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Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield
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During my time at @USUN , I've made addressing food insecurity a top priority. Today marks a significant step forward – as the UN adopted a U.S.-led resolution declaring 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer. This initiative empowers women farmers, recognizing their…
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Samantha Power
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500+ pallets of humanitarian aid arriving in Cyprus, soon be routed thru the maritime corridor to meet dire needs in Gaza, including: ▪️ Food for 11K ppl for 1 month ▪️ Ready-to-use therapeutic foods for 7K+ malnutrition cases in kids ▪️ Relief supplies for 33K+ With more coming
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Department of State
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On Foreign Affairs Day, we recognize our colleagues who are working to make the world more secure, democratic, and prosperous in service to the American people.
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Secretary Antony Blinken
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Our foreign and civil servants are a tremendous national asset. They provide continuity, knowledge, and guidance that helps our institution – and our nation – navigate an ever-changing world. We celebrate them on this Foreign Affairs Day.
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Journalists help us understand everything that is happening in the world. Our Spokespersons brief the press every day and understand that journalists often put themselves on the front lines in the search of truth. It’s selfless and essential work. #WorldPressFreedomDay
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Secretary Antony Blinken
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In their pursuit of truth, journalists often face unprecedented danger worldwide. On World Press Freedom Day, we recognize their bravery, resilience and vital role in ensuring the free flow of accurate information. Our support for journalists and an independent media is…
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Journalists shine a light on injustice. They hold leaders accountable. They tell the stories that need to be told. On World Press Freedom Day, we reiterate our unwavering support for the integral role that independent media plays in helping us make informed decisions.
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Ambassador Michele Sison
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2024 Student SG Imaani Haque shares how she got started in Model UN: “As I learned more about current affairs and public relations, my dad told me about Model UN, and that’s what got me to join in 6th grade. After that, I just found myself really invested in it.” @UNANCA
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Richard R. Verma
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Pleased to join NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy to celebrate #SpaceDiplomacyWeek . @StateDept and @NASA are partners in advancing responsible space exploration. To infinity and beyond! @Astro_Pam @SciDiplomacyUSA #SpaceForAll
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Department of State
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Led by @NASA and the State Department, the Artemis Accords advance safe, peaceful, and transparent civil space exploration cooperation. #SpaceDiplomacyWeek Learn more at .
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Department of State
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The next phase of space exploration will be international and require scientists, engineers — and diplomats. Hear from the experts who are building lunar rovers, planning for the next mission to the moon, and coordinating with other nations on a sustained future for space.
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During #SpaceDiplomacyWeek , we celebrate and recognize how diplomacy is helping us achieve peaceful and sustainable exploration beyond our planet.
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President Biden
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For generations, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have been a defining force in the soul of our nation. This month, we celebrate our diverse AA and NHPI communities and renew our commitment to fulfilling the promise of equality for all.
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Secretary Antony Blinken
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I came to Kerem Shalom to see the work to get aid across the Israel border and into Gaza. I toured the operations center where supply trucks are first inspected before delivering aid. This work is absolutely vital, and progress must continue to address humanitarian needs.
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This month, we celebrate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Americans of #AANHPI heritage have shaped the very fabric of our nation and opened up new possibilities for all of us. Diversity is our greatest strength.
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Department of State
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May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth , a time to celebrate the contributions and history of the Jewish community in America. We reaffirm our fight against antisemitism at home and around the world.
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Secretary Antony Blinken
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Bringing the hostages home is at the heart of everything we’re trying to do. We will not rest until every hostage — woman, man, young, old, civilian, soldier — is back with their families, where they belong.
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Tangible progress has been made – additional crossings, increased aid into the north. But more is needed, and that's why I'm in the region this week. — @SecBlinken during a visit to a warehouse in Jordan with humanitarian aid heading to Gaza.
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President Biden
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Yesterday, I held a call with President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt and a call with Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar to discuss reaching a deal to secure the release of hostages together with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The United States will work with Egypt…
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