Today is the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. The international community must continue to take a stand against physical attacks, intimidation lawsuits, transnational repression, and regulatory pressures that silence media—online and offline.

.Secretary Antony Blinken spoke with ROK Foreign Minister Park. They jointly condemned the DPRK’s ballistic missile launches. The DPRK has launched an unprecedented number of ballistic missiles this year, in violation of multiple UN Security Council resolutions.
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.Secretary Antony Blinken and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu spoke today about the importance of the Black Sea Grain Initiative to global food security and about NATO unity. state.gov/secretary-blin…

The United States welcomes Poland’s decision to select Westinghouse as its technology partner for the construction of three nuclear reactors -- a historic moment that advances European energy security and deepens our strategic partnership. state.gov/polands-announ…

On International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists we reiterate our calls for justice for all brave journalists who are threatened or attacked globally. A free & independent press is critical to promoting and sustaining healthy democracies.state.gov/the-internatio…

Today, Coordinator Hochstein and UAE Envoy Dr. Sultan Al Jaber signed PACE, a major clean energy framework that will accelerate our joint transition to clean energy while making the region more stable and prosperous. state.gov/u-s-uae-signin…

We are committed to leading by example on implementation of the #WomenPeaceAndSecurity agenda, prioritizing gender equality and protection of women’s rights and safety in conflict and crisis. #WPSinAction usun.usmission.gov/statement-by-a…

On @npr, Special Envoy for Global Food Security Cary Fowler underlined why renewal of the Black Sea Grain Initiative is critical to get food to the world's most vulnerable. If Russia does not rejoin, food prices will rise, and millions may go hungry. npr.org/2022/11/01/113…

In the past 36 hours, Russia has launched nearly 100 missiles attacking Ukraine’s water and energy supplies. With temperatures dropping, these attacks are particularly heinous. The United States remains committed to the victory of a sovereign and independent Ukraine.

National Veterans and Military Families Month is a reminder for us to recognize the service and sacrifices of the families of our Armed Forces personnel and our veterans. Thank you today and every day.

As we commemorate National #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth , we encourage all Americans, as well as our partners and friends, to honor Native Americans' unique cultures and to continue to advance their equity and opportunity.

Today, Treasury Department designated a network of ISIS-Somalia weapons traffickers, their associates, and an affiliated business that have facilitated weapons transfers to the terrorist group. state.gov/designation-of…

.Secretary Antony Blinken will travel to Germany November 3-4 to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and the U.S.-German Futures Forum with German Foreign Minister Außenministerin Annalena Baerbock. state.gov/secretary-blin…

The United States expresses condolences to those affected by Tropical Storm Nalgae/Paeng. In close coordination with our Philippine partners, we are working to support recovery and relief efforts.

The United States calls on the M23 to immediately cease hostilities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, which has caused immense suffering and death. We call for a timely resumption of the Nairobi Process & of the Luanda trilateral mediation process. state.gov/call-to-end-re…

We were deeply saddened by the tragic deaths due to a crowd surge in Seoul on Saturday. The United States and the Republic of Korea are allies, partners, and friends, and we stand together during this incredibly difficult time.

Grateful to have met with my colleagues from our six Department of State media hubs here in DC. They are normally based in Bangkok, Brussels, Dubai, Johannesburg, London, and Miami and help us reach foreign audiences through regional engagement.

.Secretary Antony Blinken spoke with PRC Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine and the threats it poses to global security and economic stability. state.gov/secretary-blin…

The United States applauds Brazil’s people and institutions on today’s successful, free, and transparent elections. We congratulate Lula 13 on being elected as the next President of Brazil and look forward to continuing our strong partnership.