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Yesterday, the Security Council voted to renew the mandate – which is essential to peace and security in Mali.
The U.S. is deeply concerned by the Malian transition government’s statement that it intends to deny MINUSMA freedom of movement.
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NATO, already the most successful collective defensive alliance in history, is growing stronger and more united.
Together, NATO members will continue to adapt to the challenges and threats of the 21st century.
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The NATO Alliance is proud to invite Finland and Sweden to become members.
Their decision to join this Alliance is going to make us stronger and more secure – it will bolster the steps we’re taking during this summit to enhance our collective strength.
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Some votes in the Security Council are controversial. But renewing the cross-border mechanism that helps 2.4 million Syrians in need every month isn't one of those votes.
Getting this done is the bare minimum. As has said, this is a moral imperative.
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We’re about one week away from a Security Council vote that will affect whether the people of northwest Syria will continue to receive the humanitarian aid they rely on to survive.
Last year, we unanimously supported this lifesaving mandate.
We must get this done again.
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The United States remains ready for a mutual return to full implementation of the JCPOA, which we are confident would significantly advance international security.
The ball is in Iran’s court.
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We’re about one week away from a Security Council vote that will affect whether the people of northwest Syria will continue to receive the humanitarian aid they rely on to survive.
Last year, we unanimously supported this lifesaving mandate.
We must get this done again.
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Today, the #UN adopted its annual budget for peacekeeping missions. At the urging of and its allies, a series of important reforms were adopted. We also took steps to improve the UN’s financial situation.
Full statement: usun.usmission.gov/remarks-at-the
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Today, at the Security Council meeting on Syria, Ambassador Mills called for:
– a nationwide ceasefire
– the Assad regime to release more than 130,000 arbitrarily detained Syrians
– all Security Council members to renew cross-border humanitarian access
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🇺🇸 arrives in Madrid to participate in the #NATOSummit and reaffirm the steadfast commitment of the United States to our Transatlantic Allies. #WeAreNATO
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We call on the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda to de-escalate tensions and find a lasting solution to the violence and instability in eastern DRC.
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During #PrideMonth, recognizes the progress the LGBTI Core Group – which we are proud to be a part of – has made.
– you're up next: what LGBTQI+ contributions will you spotlight?
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This #PrideMonth2022, 
together w. the 
#LGBTICoreGroup highlights important #LGBTI milestones @UN & celebrates diversity
We challenge our friends at @USUN 
& @PeruEnLaONU 
to spotlight another milestone!
together w. the #LGBTICoreGroup highlights important #LGBTI milestones @UN & celebrates diversity
We challenge our friends at @USUN & @PeruEnLaONU to spotlight another milestone!2
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.: If used responsibly, digital technologies can contribute to enormous good in the very conflicts and contexts where they are used for harm.
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Ambassador Mills: There is ample publicly available evidence that Russia, and Russia alone, is responsible for these attacks. And make no mistake: Deliberate and indiscriminate attacks on civilians and civilian objects constitute war crimes.
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Joint stakeout of 🇦🇱🇫🇷🇮🇪🇳🇴🇬🇧🇺🇸&🇺🇦 on the recent developments in #Ukraine condemns in the strongest terms:
🔹the killing of civilians as a result of missile attacks
🔹all violations of int’l humanitarian law
🔹demands immediate cessation of hostilities by Russia against Ukraine
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This is very worth your time. wrote for about how we can use 21st-century digital technologies to solve 21st-century problems like food insecurity.
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., , and took further actions with our G7 partners to impose consequences on Russia for its continued aggression against Ukraine. We are united with Ukraine in the face of President Putin's war of choice.
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I wrote a piece for that outlines how we can use digital tools to fight hunger.
I hope you'll give it a read ⬇️
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Ambassador Carty hosted the LGBTI Core Group at a site of LGBTQI+ history: .
We’ve been proud to work with the Core Group for 10+ years, advancing LGBTQI+ rights around the world. Thanks for joining, Special Envoy Stern! #Pride
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Last week's earthquake in Afghanistan was devastating.
Thousands were killed or injured.
Homes were destroyed.
Lives were upended.
Today, the U.S. is sending nearly $55 million in aid to help address this humanitarian crisis – and we urge other countries to step up as well.
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Leadership by on one of the most critical threats to our oceans. We will bring a full toolkit — including conservation, labor, diplomatic, law enforcement, and national security authorities — to address #IUUfishing and forced labor.
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Today’s actions by @POTUS will allow the United States to take a whole-of-government approach to addressing illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing and associated criminal activities, such as the use of forced labor in the seafood supply chain. go.usa.gov/xJHRs
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Rosanna Flamer-Caldera is the Founder and Director of , an LGBTQI+ advocacy organization in Sri Lanka. Flamer-Caldera has also held leadership roles at and co-founded – part of a comprehensive effort to support equality worldwide. #Pride2022
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Over 50 years ago, the LGBTQI+ community protested police harassment at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. Today, Special Envoy Jessica Stern and join LGBTQI+ Envoys from Italy and Alba Rueda from Argentina to make history marching together in .
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, , and Jessica Stern, ‘s Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons, were proud to march alongside the LGBTI Core Group, which works to advance LGBTQI+ rights throughout the UN system.
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Proud to join Special Envoy Jessica Stern and other LGBTQI+ activists and allies to participate in #NYCPrideMarch tomorrow. This past week reminds us of the precariousness of our rights and why we can never stop fighting for a more perfect union. usun.usmission.gov/media-advisory
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Vyacheslav Melnyk leads the Campaign Against Homophobia, which counteracts violence and discrimination in Poland. A dedicated human rights activist, he worked to launch “Rainbow Friday” – an initiative to support LGBTQI+ high school students. #Pride2022
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.: Today, the Supreme Court has taken away the established, fundamental, Constitutional right to abortion from millions of Americans. This is a cruel, dark, and dangerous decision.
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Afghanistan’s humanitarian needs remain severe. That’s why the United States remains the world’s leading humanitarian donor to Afghanistan. We urge others to join us in stepping up to meet continued needs.
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The Security Council has been clear and unanimous: If the Taliban wants to normalize its relations with the international community, it needs to reverse the steps it’s taken to exclude women from social, political, and economic life – immediately.
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Sue Sha Shin Thant has been imprisoned because of her work in support of LGBTQI+ human rights in Burma. She has worked with leading rights organizations in Burma and participated in conferences and nationwide protests to push for democracy and LGBTQI+ human rights. #Pride2022
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Ambassador Mills at yesterday's Security Council meeting on :
We once again call on all actors in CAR to lay down their weapons. The people of CAR deserve a political solution that will end their suffering.
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We’re encouraged to see progress on the gas deal between Egypt and Lebanon, which has potential to advance the living standards of the Lebanese people and the many refugees they host in their communities.
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We welcome Egypt and Lebanon reaching an agreement to provide gas to Lebanon to relieve its energy crisis. This is an important step towards regional cooperation in support of the Lebanese people. We look forward to working with @WorldBank to review the details.
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It is President Putin’s war of choice that is exacerbating the global food crisis—not sanctions, as he claims. Disinformation can't hide the Kremlin's responsibility. Russia should stop weaponizing food. Learn more:
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Today, tested positive for COVID-19. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield is fully vaccinated and boosted against the virus and is experiencing mild symptoms.
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Lorna Dias is a social justice advocate with over 15 years of experience advocating for better health and human rights policies. She is the Executive Coordinator of and has also worked at Kenya’s National AIDS and STI Control Programme Technical Support Unit. #Pride2022
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