Foreign Affairs

Lebanon - Organization of an additional flight from Beirut to Paris (16 Oct. 2024)

An additional flight put in place by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' Crisis and Support Centre returned 131 people to Paris today. The operation had the support of the European Union, through its Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM). Following the announcement by M. Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Lebanon on 29 September 2024, we are working to organize other flights to facilitate the departure of those of our compatriots who wish to (…)

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Middle East - Israel - Telephone conversation between M. Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic, and Mr Benjamin Net

President Macron spoke on the telephone to Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, today, Tuesday 15 October 2024. The President recalled France's determination to avoid a conflagration across the whole region, which would have devastating consequences for people and international security. In this respect, he condemned Hezbollah's attacks against Israeli territory and reiterated France's commitment to Israel's security. He also condemned the indiscriminate Israeli strikes, which are (…)

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan En Route Berlin, Germany

<p>2:15 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Okay. So, I’m just going to get straight to it. As you can see, I have the national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, here to talk to us about the trip but also the latest in the Middle East. Jake, the floor is yours. MR. SULLIVAN: So, I don’t know if&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/10/17/press-gaggle-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-and-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-en-route-berlin-germany/">Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan En Route Berlin, Germany</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel

<p>President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel to congratulate him on the mission conducted in Gaza that killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu also discussed how to use this moment to bring the hostages home and to bring the war to a close with Israel’s security assured and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/17/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-call-with-prime-minister-netanyahu-of-israel-10/">Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden After Air Force One Arrival | Schönefeld, Germany

<p>Berlin Brandenberg International AirportSchönefeld, Germany 10:13 P.M. CET THE PRESIDENT: It’s a good day for the world. We got Si- &#8212; I called Bibi Netanyahu to congratulate him on getting Sinwar. He has a lot of blood on his hands &#8212; American blood, Israeli blood, and others. And I told him that we were really&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/17/remarks-by-president-biden-after-air-force-one-arrival-schonefeld-germany/">Remarks by President Biden After Air Force One Arrival | Schönefeld, Germany</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at an Italian American Heritage Month Reception

<p>5:54 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY:  Thank you.  (Applause.) Thank you, Alexa.  And I’m excited to see your generation forging new connections to our past and shining such a bright light into our future. And I’m also grateful to the National Italian American Foundation.  (Applause.)  John, Robert, you’ve all &#8212; you’ve helped so many people experience our heritage&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/17/remarks-by-president-biden-and-first-lady-jill-biden-at-an-italian-american-heritage-month-reception/">Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at an Italian American Heritage Month Reception</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden at a Memorial Service for Mrs. Robert F. Kennedy

<p>3:53 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello. (Applause.) Joe, thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) I’m sure you’re clapping because I’m the last speaker. Well, that was worth that partial comment &#8212; or concert. You know what he said on the way out? Can I tell them, pal? He said, “If I get&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/17/remarks-by-president-biden-at-a-memorial-service-for-mrs-robert-f-kennedy/">Remarks by President Biden at a Memorial Service for Mrs. Robert F. Kennedy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris on the Death of Yahya Sinwar

<p>University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMilwaukee, Wisconsin 1:13 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Today, Israel confirmed that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, is dead and justice has been served, and the United States, Israel, and the entire world are better off as a result. Sinwar was responsible for the killing of thousands of innocent people, including the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/17/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-the-death-of-yahya-sinwar/">Remarks by Vice President Harris on the Death of Yahya Sinwar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Death of Yahya Sinwar

<p>Early this morning, Israeli authorities informed my national security team that a mission they conducted in Gaza likely killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. DNA tests have now confirmed that Sinwar is dead. This is a good day for Israel, for the United States, and for the world. As the leader of the terrorist group Hamas,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/17/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-death-of-yahya-sinwar/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the Death of Yahya Sinwar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on One Million Public Service Workers Receiving Student Debt Cancellation

<p>Higher education should be a pathway to economic opportunity – not a lifetime of debt. That is why I have fought to make education more affordable and reduce the burden of student debt throughout my career. When President Biden and I took office, only 7,000 people had ever been approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/17/statement-from-vice-president-kamala-harris-on-one-million-public-service-workers-receiving-student-debt-cancellation/">Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on One Million Public Service Workers Receiving Student Debt Cancellation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Oct 17 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Approves Nearly $2 Billion for Hurricane Response and Recovery Efforts

<p>The Biden-Harris Administration continues its response and recovery efforts across the Southeast and Appalachia following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Nearly 8,000 Federal personnel remain on the ground working side-by-side with State and local officials to help survivors with recovery and rebuilding. As part of our commitment to remaining with impacted communities as long as it&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-approves-nearly-2-billion-for-hurricane-response-and-recovery-efforts/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Approves Nearly $2 Billion for Hurricane Response and Recovery Efforts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

FACT SHEET: U.S. Achievements in the Global Fight Against Corruption

<p>Corruption poses a grave and enduring threat to U.S. national interests and those of our partners. When officials abuse their entrusted power for personal or political gain, the interests of authoritarians and corrupt actors win – at the expense of citizens, honest businesses, and healthy societies. As the Biden-Harris Administration took office, this longstanding challenge&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/fact-sheet-u-s-achievements-in-the-global-fight-against-corruption/">FACT SHEET: U.S. Achievements in the Global Fight Against Corruption</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Memorandum on Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT:       Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/10/16/memorandum-on-delegation-of-authority-under-section-614a1-of-the-foreign-assistance-act-of-1961-3/">Memorandum on Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

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

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from August 5 to August 6, 2024. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the City&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-alaska-disaster-declaration-10/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Alaska Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine

<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine to discuss U.S. support for Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression. President Biden updated President Zelenskyy on his efforts to surge security assistance to Ukraine over the remainder of his term in office. Today, the President announced a $425 million security assistance package for&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-president-zelenskyy-of-ukraine-15/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Readout of Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer’s Trip to Haiti

<p>Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer traveled to Port-au-Prince, Haiti on October 16 to meet with senior Haitian officials, and leadership of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission and the Haitian National Police (HNP) to drive progress on security and governance efforts. Mr. Finer was joined by a senior U.S. delegation from the Department of State, the Department&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/readout-of-principal-deputy-national-security-advisor-jon-finers-trip-to-haiti/">Readout of Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer’s Trip to Haiti</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Air Force Two Departure | Detroit, MI

<p>Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County AirportDetroit, Michigan 12:27 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Well, about last night.  So, Donald Trump &#8212; I &#8212; I found it to be quite bizarre &#8212; actually called himself the “father of IVF.”  And if what he meant is taking responsibility, well, then, yeah, he should take responsibility for the fact&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/16/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-before-air-force-two-departure-detroit-mi/">Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Air Force Two Departure | Detroit, MI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris During an “iHeartRadio” Watch Party | Detroit, MI

<p>Cred CafeDetroit, Michigan 6:36 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Aw.  Well, let me thank Tommy &#8212; that’s my T-shirt?  (Applause.)  “Detroit vs. Everybody,” I’m with that.  (Applause.)  All right.   I want to thank everybody so very much.  Tommy (inaudible), thank you for also this incredible &#8212; I &#8212; I just love this saying: “Detroit&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/15/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-during-an-iheartradio-watch-party-detroit-mi/">Remarks by Vice President Harris During an &#8220;iHeartRadio&#8221; Watch Party | Detroit, MI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

Statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Travel to Germany and Angola

<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will travel to Germany from October 17-18, where he will meet with German leaders to further strengthen the close bond the United States and Germany share as Allies and friends and coordinate on geopolitical priorities, including Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression and events in the Middle East.  The President will&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/16/statement-from-white-house-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-president-bidens-travel-to-germany-and-angola-3/">Statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Travel to Germany and Angola</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

World Food Day (October 16, 2024)

On this World Food Day, France reaffirms its commitment to the fight against every form of food insecurity and malnutrition. In 2023, 281.6 million people faced high levels of food insecurity, 24 million more than in 2022. One hundred fifty million children under the age of five are suffering from delayed growth and 37 million are underweight. France is fully engaged in the fight against malnutrition, which affects health and education systems and economies worldwide. On March 27 and 28, (…)

Updated: Wed Oct 16 2024

China - Q&R (15 October 2024)

Q : On Monday, China carried out military exercises of unusual magnitude dubbed Joint Sword 2024-B, deploying aircraft and ships to encircle Taiwan. That raised the issue of security and increased tensions in the area. What is the French government's position on China's increasingly frequent and offensive military maneuvers? R : We monitored the military operations carried out by the People's Republic of China around Taiwan with concern. France reaffirms its commitment to preserving peace and (…)

Updated: Tue Oct 15 2024

Hamburg Sustainability Platform – New alliances are needed to provide blended finance at scale (15 Oct. 2024)

Joint press release of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development; the United Kingdom's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office; Global Affairs Canada; the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Treasury of the Republic of South Africa; the Secretary of State in charge of International partnerships of France; Allianz; Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Public-private stakeholder coalition kicks-off (…)

Updated: Tue Oct 15 2024

Letter to Congressional Leadership Providing an Update on Developments in the Middle East and the U.S. Government’s Response

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) (Dear Minority Leader Jeffries:) (Dear Majority Leader Schumer:)(Dear Minority Leader McConnell:) I write to apprise you of developments in Israel and the United States Government&#8217;s response to them. On October 1, 2024, Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles at Israel. Consistent with our longstanding commitment to Israel&#8217;s security and our public&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/15/letter-to-congressional-leadership-providing-an-update-on-developments-in-the-middle-east-and-the-u-s-governments-response/">Letter to Congressional Leadership Providing an Update on Developments in the Middle East and the U.S. Government’s Response</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Oct 15 2024

President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions

<p>WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State The Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State, established by Congress, will advise the President and Congress on changes the Department of State&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/15/president-biden-announces-key-appointments-to-boards-and-commissions-41/">President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Oct 15 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event | Erie, PA

<p>Erie Insurance ArenaErie, Pennsylvania 7:45 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good evening, Pennsylvania! (Applause.) Can we hear for Karen? (Applause.) Wow. Hey, everybody. Hi. All right. Oh, it is good to be back in Pennsylvania. (Applause.) Hey, everybody. All right. All right. All right. Come on. We got work to do. We got work to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/10/14/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-a-campaign-event-erie-pa/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event | Erie, PA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Oct 15 2024