As Muslims in the United States and around the world conclude the month of Ramadan and celebrate Eid al-Fitr, Jill and I extend our warmest wishes to all who are celebrating this joyous occasion. Eid marks the completion of a holy month dedicated to devotion and reflection, when families and communities come together to celebrate …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 1 May, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Jill and I extend our best wishes to Muslim communities here in the United States and around the world on the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan. For so many around the globe, including fellow Americans all across the country, this sacred month is a time for reflection and spiritual growth. Communities come together …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 1 April, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Today, for the first time in 40 years, the United Nations Security Council convened an Emergency Special Session of the General Assembly under the Uniting for Peace mechanism in response to Russia’s unprovoked, unjustified, and unconscionable war on Ukraine. This extraordinary move by the United Nations demonstrates the extent of global outrage at Russia’s horrific …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 3 March, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States
THE PRESIDENT: Sorry to keep you waiting. Good afternoon. The Russian military has begun a brutal assault on the people of Ukraine without provocation, without justification, without necessity. This is a premeditated attack. Vladimir Putin has been planning this for months, as I’ve been — as we’ve been saying all along. He moved more than …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 25 February, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches
The prayers of the entire world are with the people of Ukraine tonight as they suffer an unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian military forces. President Putin has chosen a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering. Russia alone is responsible for the death and destruction this attack will …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 24 February, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. United States of America New York, New York September 21, 2021 Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, my fellow delegates, to all those who dedicate themselves to this noble mission of this institution: It’s my honor to speak to you for the first time as President of the United States. We meet …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States
Jill and I send our warmest greetings to those celebrating Eid al-Adha around the world. The Eid traditions and Hajj rituals of providing for those less fortunate in commemoration of Abraham and his son’s devotion to God carry a special meaning this year as we continue to navigate the challenges of COVID-19 and work to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 20 July, 2021 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases
These doses are the remaining part of the 80 million President Biden pledged to allocate by the end of June Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing the distribution list for 55 million of the 80 million doses of America’s own vaccine supply President Biden has pledged to allocate by the end of June in service …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, President of the United States, Vice President of the United States
Today, in the Oval Office, I met with George Floyd’s family. Although it has been one year since their beloved brother and father was murdered, for the family – for any family experiencing a profound loss – the first year can still feel like they got the news a few seconds ago. And they’ve had …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights, News, President of the United States
Following up on our quiet, intensive diplomacy to bring about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, I have asked my Secretary of State, Tony Blinken, to travel to the Middle East this week. During his trip, Secretary Blinken will meet with Israeli leaders about our ironclad commitment to Israel’s security. He will continue our Administration’s efforts …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Near East & North Africa, News, President of the United States
THE PRESIDENT: Folks, I’ve just spoken with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Earlier today, I spoke with President Al Sisi of Egypt. And Minister — Prime Minister Netanyahu informed me that Israel has agreed to a mutual, unconditional ceasefire to begin in less than two hours. The Egyptians have now informed us that Hamas and the other …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Near East & North Africa, News, President of the United States
This February, during Black History Month, I call on the American people to honor the history and achievements of Black Americans and to reflect on the centuries of struggle that have brought us to this time of reckoning, redemption, and hope. We have never fully lived up to the founding principles of this Nation –- …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 9 February, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights, News, President of the United States
U.S. Department of State Headquarters Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary, it’s great to be here with you. And I’ve been looking forward a long time to be able to call you “Mr. Secretary.” Good afternoon, everyone. It’s an honor to be back at the State Department under the eyes of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 6 February, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches
The Biden-Harris Administration is placing diplomacy back at the center of United States’ foreign policy. U.S. international engagement to be grounded in American values, working in partnership with allies and focused on strengthening international institutions. Today, President Biden is sending a message loud and clear to the rest of the world: America is back. Since taking …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases
ACCEPTANCE ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA I, Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States of America, having seen and considered the Paris Agreement, done at Paris on December 12, 2015, do hereby accept the said Agreement and every article and clause thereof on behalf of the United States of America. …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The United States was built on a foundation of religious freedom and tolerance, a principle enshrined in the United States Constitution. Nevertheless, the previous administration enacted a number of Executive Orders and Presidential Proclamations that prevented certain individuals from entering the United States — first from primarily …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, President of the United States, Press Releases
His Excellency Mr. António Guterres Secretary-General United Nations New York Excellency: This letter constitutes a retraction by the Government of the United States of the letter dated July 6, 2020, notifying you that the Government of the United States intended to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), effective July 6, 2021. The United States …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases
The United States Capitol January 20, 2021 THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America has …
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By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States, Speeches