England/Foreign Affairs

Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on the United States Providing Additional Humanitarian Assistance to the People of

The United States is announcing a new contribution of more than $308 million in humanitarian assistance for the people of Afghanistan. This brings total U.S. humanitarian aid in Afghanistan and for Afghan refugees in the region to nearly $782 million since October 2021, and we remain the single largest donor of humanitarian aid in Afghanistan....

Updated: Tue Jan 11 2022

The Informal Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the European Union ("Gymnich") - Jan. 13-14, 2022

The Informal Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the European Union, called "Gymnich" after the place where it was first held in 1974, will take place at the Atelier des Capucins in Brest (Finistère, Brittany) on 13 and 14 January 2022. Gymnich meetings are an opportunity for informal, open and strategic discussions about the priorities of the European Union's foreign policy. Both long-term prospects and the current main international crises are discussed. As tradition goes, the Informal (...)

Updated: Tue Jan 11 2022

FACT SHEET: U.S. Diplomatic Engagement with European Allies and Partners Ahead of Talks with Russia

"We are absolutely committed to the principle nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine, just as we are fully committed to the principle nothing about Europe without Europe."Secretary of State Tony Blinken, January 7, 2022 The United States, along with its Allies and partners, has underscored its readiness to impose significant costs on Russia if it takes...

Updated: Mon Jan 10 2022

Nominations Sent to the Senate

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Nancy G. Abudu, of Georgia, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Eleventh Circuit, vice Beverly Baldwin Martin, retired. Timothy Baker, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission for a term of six years expiring August 30, 2026, vice...

Updated: Mon Jan 10 2022

Readout of President Biden's Call with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia and opportunities to advance peace and reconciliation. President Biden commended Prime Minister Abiy on the recent release of several political prisoners, and the two leaders discussed ways to accelerate dialogue toward a negotiated ceasefire,...

Updated: Mon Jan 10 2022

Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris's Call with President Alejandro Giammattei of Guatemala

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke today with President Alejandro Giammattei of Guatemala. She reaffirmed the administration's commitment to working together with Guatemala on a broad agenda that includes the root causes of migration, trafficking, economic development, and anti-corruption. The two leaders discussed ongoing bilateral cooperation to disrupt human smuggling networks through the Human Smuggling and...

Updated: Mon Jan 10 2022

Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's Call with Ibrahim Kalin, Spokesperson

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke by phone today with Ibrahim Kalin, Spokesperson and Chief Advisor to the President of Turkey. They discussed the ongoing efforts in coordination with Allies and partners to avoid further Russian aggression toward Ukraine and de-escalate tensions through diplomacy. They exchanged views on a range of regional issues, including the...

Updated: Mon Jan 10 2022

Remarks by President Biden at the Memorial for Senator Harry Reid

The Smith CenterLas Vegas, Nevada 12:59 P.M. PST THE PRESIDENT: Well, Mr. President - Barack - I have to tell you: Every time I hear a dial tone, I think of Harry. (Laughter.) Y'all think I'm kidding? I'm not. Jill and I are here for Harry, but he - if he would - he wouldn't...

Updated: Sun Jan 09 2022

Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Iranian Threats and Provocations Against American Citizens

Yesterday, Iran purported to impose sanctions on 51 Americans. They do so as Iran's proxy militias continue to attack American troops in the Middle East, and as Iranian officials threaten to carry out terror operations inside the United States and elsewhere around the world. Make no mistake: the United States of America will protect and...

Updated: Sun Jan 09 2022

Background Press Call by a Senior Administration Official on Russia

Via Teleconference 1:11 P.M. EST MODERATOR: Hi, everyone. Good afternoon. And thanks for joining us on a Saturday. Today's call will be on background, attributed to a "senior administration official," and the contents will be embargoed upon [until] conclusion. For your information only, the speaker today is going to be [senior administration official]. Over to you...

Updated: Sat Jan 08 2022

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Amends Kentucky Disaster Declaration

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the Commonwealth of Kentucky by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for emergency work in the Commonwealth of Kentucky as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and tornadoes from December 10 to December 11, 2021. Under the President's...

Updated: Sat Jan 08 2022

Press Gaggle by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Denver, Colorado 2:52 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: All right. Welcome to President Biden's trip to Colorado and Nevada. This afternoon, we are traveling to the city of Louisville, Colorado, which suffered devastating losses from the Marshall Fire. The President and the First Lady will tour the local neighborhood of Harper...

Updated: Sat Jan 08 2022

Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Administration's Response to Recent Wildfires

Louisville Recreation & Senior CenterLouisville, Colorado 5:15 P.M. MST THE PRESIDENT: Hey, folks. We're about to pick the basketball teams right now, so - (laughter). I get first pick. Hey, first of all, I want to thank the team behind me - the governor; lieutenant governor; the two senators, who've been friends for a long...

Updated: Sat Jan 08 2022

Biden Administration Announces State-by-State Funding to Address Home Energy Costs

Builds on Utility Companies' Commitments to Prevent Shut Offs this Winter Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced state-by-state breakdown of funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, this funding will help states, localities and tribes address home energy costs this winter. The Administration announced that a total...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

Kazakhstan - Q&A - (Jan. 7, 2022)

Q: This is the first time that Vladimir Putin has sent troops to assist an allied regime that requested them, under article 4 of the 1992 Collective Security Treaty. The police crackdown quelled the popular uprising in Kazakhstan and as far as we know, the Russian troops have no blood on their hands. But do these events arouse serious concern, viewed from France, and if so, of what? A: I refer you to President Macron's remarks at his press conference today with Ms. von der (...)

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

NATO - Jean-Yves Le Drian attending NATO ministerial video conference (Jan. 7, 2022)

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian is attending NATO's meeting of foreign affairs ministers via video conference on January 7; that meeting will focus on preparations for the dialogue with Russia on European security. The Minister will underscore the importance of the dialogue resuming with Russia and the conditions and parameters based on which it may help strengthen strategic stability and security in Europe. He will underline the importance of Europe's full (...)

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

Nominations Sent to the Senate

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Ventris C. Gibson, of Virginia, to be Director of the Mint for a term of five years, vice David J. Ryder. Musetta Tia Johnson, of Virginia, to be a Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces for the term of fifteen years to...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

North Korea - France condemns the launch of a missile characterized by North Korea as hypersonic (Jan. 7, 2022)

France condemns the January 5th firing of a missile characterized by North Korea as hypersonic in violation of UN Security Council resolutions. France calls on North Korea to end its program of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems, which threaten regional and international peace and security, and to comply with UN Security Council obligations. It emphasizes its determination to pursue - together with its partners - the goal of North Korea's total, verifiable, irreversible (...)

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

Orthodox Christmas Statement

Jill and I wish a joyful Christmas to Orthodox Christians in the United States and around the world who are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope and blessings of this sacred season. Like so many others over the past year, Orthodox Christians have demonstrated great character and resilience, continuing to show love...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

President Biden Announces Nominee for Deputy Administrator for Resilience at the Federal Emergency Management Agency

WASHINGTON - Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate Alice Hill to serve as the Deputy Administrator for Resilience at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security. Alice C. Hill is an expert on building resilience to catastrophic risks. She previously served as Special Assistant to President Barack Obama and Senior...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

Remarks by President Biden on the December 2021 Jobs Report

State Dining Room 11:36 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Well, folks, good morning. I'm going to be somewhat short today because, shortly, you're going to hear a helicopter landing outside the window here. I'm supposed to be in Colorado looking at the damage with the governor of the - that Godawful firestorm that rolled through. And...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

September 2021 Visitor Log Records Posted

Today the White House released visitor log records generated in September 2021. This set includes 2761 records, bringing the total number of records posted to 18466. These records were posted pursuant to the White House's policy to voluntarily disclose visitor log records. This release is consistent with the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to becoming the first...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

Statement by President Joe Biden on the Passing of Sidney Poitier

Jill and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Sidney Poitier, the once-in-a-generation actor and advocate whose work carried so much dignity, power, and grace that it changed the world on and off the big screen. Sidney was more than just one of the finest actors in our history. His iconic performances in films...

Updated: Fri Jan 07 2022

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Washington Disaster Declaration

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Washington and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding and mudslides from November 13 to November 15, 2021. The President's action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in...

Updated: Thu Jan 06 2022

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki, January 6, 2022

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:40 P.M. EST MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. Q Hi. Good afternoon. MS. PSAKI: Good afternoon. Okay, I have nothing for you at the top. Darlene, why don't you kick us off? Q Thank you. That's so unusual. So unlike you. (Laughs.) MS. PSAKI: I know. (Laughs.) I do - I do like to load you...

Updated: Thu Jan 06 2022