Foreign Affairs

Background Press Call on Administration Travel to China

<p>8:33 A.M. EDT MODERATOR: All right, we&#8217;ll get started here. Thank you all for joining us early this morning for this background call on administration travel to China. So everyone understands the terms of the call, we&#8217;re going to hold this call on background, attributable to a senior administration official. For awareness, but not for&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/08/23/background-press-call-on-administration-travel-to-china/">Background Press Call on Administration Travel to China</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Iran – Meeting between Stéphane Séjourné and his Iranian counterpart (23 Aug. 2024)

The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs spoke by phone with his new Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Friday, August 23, 2024. The Minister reiterated that it is an absolute priority for France to secure the immediate release of our compatriots who are being held hostage in Iran, a request that President Macron has already made of his Iranian counterpart. The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs also shared his very deep concern regarding the rising tensions in the region. He (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT:  Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(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 Secretary&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/23/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-authority-under-section-506a1-of-the-foreign-assistance-act-of-1961-18/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(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: Fri Aug 23 2024

On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby

<p>10:35 A.M. EDT MODERATOR:  Good morning, everyone.  Thanks so much for joining.  I&#8217;ll turn it over to Kirby for a few words at the top, and then we&#8217;ll take your questions. MR. KIRBY: Hey, guys. Happy end of the week here. I don&#8217;t really have a whole lot to say at the top except to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/08/23/on-the-record-press-gaggle-by-white-house-national-security-communications-advisor-john-kirby-23/">On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

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

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Montana and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by straight-line winds on July 24, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/23/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-montana-disaster-declaration-7/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Montana Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt

<p>President Biden spoke today with President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt. They discussed the urgency of bringing the ceasefire and hostage release deal to closure under the comprehensive bridging proposal that is now in the table, which would free the hostages, bring life-saving relief to Palestinian civilians in Gaza, and de-escalate regional tensions. They discussed&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/23/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-president-abdel-fattah-el-sisi-of-egypt-2/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar

<p>President Biden spoke today with Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar. They discussed the urgency of bringing the ceasefire and hostage release deal to closure under the comprehensive bridging proposal that is now in the table, which would free the hostages, bring life-saving relief to Palestinian civilians in Gaza, and de-escalate regional&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/23/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-sheikh-tamim-bin-hamad-al-thani-of-qatar/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Russia - Q&A - Extract from the press briefing (23 Aug. 2024)

Q: An accreditation request for the Paris Paralympic Games made by a journalist from the news agency RIA Novosti was denied. What was the reason for this? A: Everyone who requests accreditation for the Paris 2024 Games undergoes an administrative security investigation. This procedure is provided for under French law (article L. 211-11-1 of France's domestic security code) and applies to journalists as well. Once this procedure was completed, the decision was made not to grant this (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden Ahead of Ukraine Independence Day

<p>Tomorrow—as the people of Ukraine mark their Independence Day—let it be clear: When Russia’s senseless war began, Ukraine was a free country. Today, it is still a free country. And the war will end with Ukraine remaining a free, sovereign, and independent country. I spoke with President Zelenskyy today to reaffirm this message, and to express&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/23/statement-from-president-joe-biden-ahead-of-ukraine-independence-day/">Statement from President Joe Biden Ahead of Ukraine Independence Day</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: President Biden Designates Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

<p>Last week President Biden signed a proclamation establishing the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument in Springfield, Illinois. The new national monument will tell the story of a horrific attack by a white mob on a Black community, its significance within the Civil Rights Movement, and the broader history of Black community resilience in the face of violent oppression.&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/23/what-they-are-saying-president-biden-designates-springfield-1908-race-riot-national-monument/">WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: President Biden Designates Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 23 2024

Pension Credit: What you need to know

Up to 880,000 households across the UK may be missing out on support worth on average over £3,900 a year. Read more about claiming for yourself or a loved one.

Updated: Thu Aug 22 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Passing of Representative Bill Pascrell

<p>Jill and I and the entire Biden family are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bill Pascrell, Jr., a 27-year Congressman for New Jersey at the U.S. House of Representatives. Bill was a colleague and dear friend. I had the privilege of working with him for decades on issues ranging from the Fire&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/21/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-passing-of-representative-bill-pascrell/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the Passing of Representative Bill Pascrell</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Aug 22 2024

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.

<p>Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. was a dedicated public servant and an unwavering force for good who knew that government is at its best when it is delivering for the people. From his time in City Hall and the State House to his nearly three decades of service in the House of Representatives, Congressman Pascrell fought&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/22/statement-from-vice-president-kamala-harris-on-the-passing-of-congressman-bill-pascrell-jr/">Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Aug 22 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Connecticut Emergency Declaration

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the State of Connecticut and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides beginning on August 18, 2024, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes the Department of Homeland&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/21/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-connecticut-emergency-declaration-3/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Connecticut Emergency Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Aug 21 2024

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

<p>President Biden spoke today with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel. The President and the Prime Minister discussed active and ongoing U.S. efforts to support Israel’s defense against all threats from Iran, including its proxy terrorist groups Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, to include ongoing defensive U.S. military deployments. The President stressed the urgency of bringing&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/21/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-call-with-prime-minister-netanyahu-of-israel-8/">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: Wed Aug 21 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event in Milwaukee, WI

<p>Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, Wisconsin 8:09 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good evening, Milwaukee! (Laughs.) (Applause.) And hello to everyone joining us from exciting Chicago. The delegates at the Democratic National Convention &#8212; well, they just completed their roll call. (Laughs.) (Applause.) And they have nominated Coach Walz and me to be the next vice&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/20/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-a-campaign-event-in-milwaukee-wi/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event in Milwaukee, WI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Aug 21 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Santa Clara Pueblo

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists for the Santa Clara Pueblo and ordered federal aid to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from June 20 to June 21, 2024. Federal funding is available to the Santa Clara Pueblo and certain private&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/20/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-disaster-declaration-for-the-santa-clara-pueblo/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Santa Clara Pueblo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024

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

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding on May 19, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/20/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-kansas-disaster-declaration-6/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Kansas Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024

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

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Nebraska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding from May 20 to June 3, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/20/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-nebraska-disaster-declaration-6/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Nebraska Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New Hampshire Disaster Declaration

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of New Hampshire and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and flooding from July 10 to July 13, 2024. Federal funding is available to state and eligible local&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/20/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-new-hampshire-disaster-declaration-8/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New Hampshire Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024

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

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Vermont and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from July 9 to July 11, 2024. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/20/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-vermont-disaster-declaration-7/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Vermont Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Call with National Security Advisor Eduardo M. Año of the Philippines

<p>National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Philippine National Security Advisor Eduardo M. Año. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Año discussed the continued historic momentum in the U.S.-Philippines Alliance, including the recent announcement of $500 million in U.S. Foreign Military Financing from the FY 2024 Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, which, working with the U.S. Congress, will help modernize the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/20/readout-of-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivans-call-with-national-security-advisor-eduardo-m-ano-of-the-philippines-4/">Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Call with National Security Advisor Eduardo M. Año of the Philippines</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 20 2024