This Week at State
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and initiatives. DipNote»
Secretary Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Mnuchin hold a press briefing on “Update on Iran Policy and Sanctions” at the Foreign Press Center, in Washington, D.C. Watch it live at 8:30 a.m EST.
Nov. 4: Secretary Pompeo outlined 12 requirements for the Islamic Republic of Iran to act like a normal state. With 1 day to go before the November 4 sanctions deadline, here’s a daily reminder for the regime. #1 The Iranian regime must end its threatening behavior against its neighbors. This includes threats to destroy Israel, and firing missiles into Saudi Arabia and UAE. It also includes threats to international shipping and cyberattacks. Briefing on Iran Sanctions» White House Statement» Secretary's Remarks» Iran Sanctions Resource Center» Download the Outlaw Regime report»
Nov. 4: Secretary Pompeo covered Iran sanctions, North Korea denuclearization, and more in interviews on Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace and CBS Face the Nation with John Dickerson.
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Delivery of Humanitarian Assistance to Rukban
Spokesperson Nauert (Nov. 3): "We welcome the news that the UN is finally able to begin delivering aid to the Rukban encampment from Damascus. This delivery comes after months of pressure from the U.S., the UN, the UN Security Council, and wider international community for the Syrian regime to allow the UN to deliver critically-needed assistance to the displaced persons at Rukban." Full Text»
Under Secretary Hale's Meeting With Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Onal
Nov. 2: Under Secretary Hale met Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Sedat Onal at the State Department to discuss the U.S-Turkish bilateral relationship and regional affairs. More»