Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 15, 2019 The United States was the first country to recognize Iceland’s independence in 1944. Over the past 75 years, the United States has developed a close relationship built on our … read more
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC February 15, 2019 The United States remains steadfast in its support of Venezuelan Interim President Juan Guaido, the transitional government, and the Venezuelan people. We will continue to use the full weight of … read more
Interview Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Sheraton Hotel Warsaw, Poland February 14, 2019 QUESTION: Earlier today, I asked the secretary about efforts by some European allies to help Iran circumvent U.S. sanctions. SECRETARY POMPEO: Bret, we have made clear … read more
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 This week marks the eight-year anniversary of the detention of 2009 Iranian presidential election candidates Mehdi Karroubi and Mir Hossein Mousavi, as well as Mousavi’s wife and women’s rights advocate … read more
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack today on an Indian Central Reserve Police Force convoy in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. We extend … read more