Press Office
Tuesday, February 18, 2014 - 06:39
Secretary of State John Kerry welcomed the formation of a new Lebanese government and reiterated the United States' support for the Lebanese Armed Forms and the Internal Security Forces as the sole legitimate security forces in Lebanon.
Thursday, January 30, 2014 - 05:26
Secretary of State Kerry welcomes the formation of a new Tunisian government following the successful ratification of the country's constitution.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014 - 06:05
Secretary of Defense Hagel met with Iraqi Council of Representatives Speaker Osama al-Nujaifi today at the Pentagon. Secretary Hagel provided an update on U.S. efforts to accelerate delivery of critical defense equipment to resupply the Iraqi Security Forces conducting missions in Anbar Province. The secretary also underscored the importance of proceeding with federal Iraqi elections as scheduled, and encouraged the Government of Iraq's efforts to implement local and national political initiatives.
USAID administrator calls for immediate and unconditional humanitarian access throughout South Sudan
Tuesday, January 21, 2014 - 07:28
Since its independence, South Sudan has made modest but important steps on the path to development. But today, fighting between government and rebel forces puts that progress at risk, wreaking havoc on a people who have faced more than their share of suffering and denial. Recent violence in South Sudan has left thousands dead and has driven nearly half a million people from their homes.
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 11:46
The Syrian Foreign Minister said that the regime will go to the Geneva conference but no way will transfer the power to the opposition. Did you see that statement?