Humanitarian Assistance and Visa Information for Ukrainians who have Evacuated to Poland Гуманітарна допомога та візова інформація для українців, які евакуювалися до Польщі

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 Today, the United States is proud to announce the signing of a milestone $2 billion Foreign Military Financing (FMF) direct loan agreement to support Poland’s defense modernization. Poland is a stalwart U.S. Ally, and Poland’s security is vital to the collective defense of NATO’s Eastern Flank.  …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. Begin Text: We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 On the margins of the Three Seas Initiative Summit in Bucharest, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced U.S. actions to further the role of new, secure, and safe nuclear technologies in accelerating the clean energy transition. These actions expand on Romania’s leadership role in …

PRESS STATEMENT MATTHEW MILLER, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 The Lukashenka regime’s decision to stop providing overseas passport services harms thousands of Belarusians living abroad and is the latest in a long line of cynical rejections by the regime of its basic obligations to its people. The decree’s sole aim is to make the lives …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 3, 2023 Today, representatives from the Department of State, Department of Defense, and National Security Council met with Ukrainian counterparts to begin negotiations on long-term security commitments between the two countries.  Our bilateral security commitments will focus on ensuring Ukraine has a sustainable force capable of defending Ukraine …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 12, 2023 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the Presidents of the European Council and the European Commission.  The following countries have asked to be added …

READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 24, 2023 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary Blinken spoke today with Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau to discuss the ongoing situation in Russia.  Secretary Blinken welcomed Poland’s sustained assistance to Ukraine and its people and underscored that U.S. support to Ukraine will not change.  The Secretary emphasized the …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 9, 2023 At the 2023 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France, Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez announced the United States fully supports the OECD Country Program for Ukraine and is pleased to …

31 May 2023 New Avenues of Collaboration Embrace Shared Vision of Expanded Partnership, and Contribute to a Rules-Based Global Economy Read the U.S.-EU Joint Statement  here . The U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) held its fourth ministerial meeting in Luleå, Sweden on May 30-31, 2023. U.S. Co-Chairs Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of …

PRESS STATEMENT MATTHEW MILLER, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MAY 29, 2023 The U.S. Government is concerned by the Polish government’s passage of new legislation that could be misused to interfere with Poland’s free and fair elections. We share the concerns expressed by many observers that this law to create a commission to investigate Russian influence could be …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 19, 2023 The United States will continue to take actions against Russia until it ends its brutal and illegal war against Ukraine. The United States is implementing commitments made at the G7 Leaders’ Summit to increase costs for Russia and those who support its war effort. Among others, …

19 May 2023 1. Preamble At our meeting today in Hiroshima, we, the Leaders of the G7, reaffirmed our commitment to stand together against Russia’s illegal, unjustifiable, and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn, in the strongest terms, Russia’s manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations (UN) and the impact of …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 14, 2023 Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Richard Verma will travel to Poland, Moldova, and Romania May 14-20.  Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Assistant Secretary Todd D. Robinson, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 4, 2023 The text of the following statement was agreed upon by the ministers of sport or their equivalent from the countries and individuals listed at the bottom of the statement. Begin text: We, as Ministers and equivalent senior representatives for sport of our like-minded countries, have noted the …

On World Press Freedom Day, the U.S. Department of State Announces More than 200 Journalists from Over 100 Countries and Territories to Participate in Flagship Journalism Exchange in 2023   MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 3, 2023 Recognizing the vital role a free press plays in a free and democratic society, the U.S. …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 14, 2023 Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland said in her keynote address at the U.S.-Ukraine Partnership Forum on Thursday that “support for Ukraine is an investment in our own security and our own prosperity and the world that we and our children want to live in.”  That’s …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 12, 2023 The United States will continue to take action against Russia and those supporting its war in Ukraine, including further implementing the G7’s commitment to impose severe consequences on third country actors who support Russia’s war in Ukraine.  As part of a continued effort, and to reaffirm …

11 April 2023 Vice President Kamala Harris today met with Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki of Poland.  The Vice President reaffirmed our ironclad commitment to NATO’s Article 5, welcomed our growing defense cooperation with Poland, and thanked the Prime Minister for Poland’s leadership in supporting Ukraine’s security and for its significant contributions to the provision of …

11 April 2023   Vice President’s Ceremonial Office Eisenhower Executive Office Building VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  Good afternoon.  Mr. Prime Minister, welcome to Washington, D.C.  It is very good to see you. This is our fourth substantive discussion over the course of the last couple of years.  And it is my great pleasure to host you …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 4, 2023 The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the United States of America and European Union. Begin Text:  The tenth United States – European Union (EU) Energy Council (“Council”) met today in Brussels, chaired by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, U.S. …

3 April 2023 Progress report and outlook 2022-2023 1. ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND MILESTONES One year ago this week, the United States and the European Union (EU) stood up a joint U.S.-EU Task Force on Energy Security launched by President Biden and President von der Leyen. The Task Force has made major progress in meeting its goals to …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 6, 2023 On Wednesday, March 8, at 2:00 p.m. EST, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and First Lady Jill Biden will host the annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards ceremony at the White House.  The 2023 IWOC Award ceremony will honor a group of 11 extraordinary …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 26, 2023 Nine years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine and seized Crimea – a clear violation of international law and of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.  The United States welcomes the efforts of Ukraine’s Crimea Platform to focus global attention on Russia’s continued occupation.  The United States does not and …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 24, 2023 The United States will continue to take actions against Russia until it ends its brutal war against Ukraine. Today, the Department of State is taking actions to increase the costs on President Putin’s regime. All targets are being designated pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 14024, which …

24 February 2023 One year ago, Russia launched its brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. The United States has rallied the world in response, working with our allies and partners to provide Ukraine with critical security, economic, and humanitarian assistance and leading unprecedented efforts to impose costs on Russia for its aggression. This week, President …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 14, 2023 The Conflict Observatory, a program supported by the U.S. Department of State, released an independent report today detailing a vast network of Russia-run sites and processes used to relocate thousands of Ukraine’s children to areas under Russian government control.  The unlawful transfer and deportation of protected …

READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 3, 2023 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Poland’s national security advisors – Marcin Przydacz, Head of the International Policy Bureau, and Jacek Siewiera, Head of the National Security Bureau – today in Washington.  They highlighted the two countries’ …

3 February 2023 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Poland on the occasion of the 14th session of the U.S.-Poland Strategic Dialogue. Begin Text: The Governments of the United States and Poland held the 14th session of the U.S.-Poland Strategic Dialogue in Warsaw …

3 February 2023 National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with his counterparts from NATO Allies Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland. They exchanged views on European security, reaffirming their unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of continued Russian aggression. They welcomed the ongoing provision of security assistance to Ukraine and discussed the importance of continuing to impose …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 30, 2023 Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Dr. Karen Donfried will travel to Italy, Vatican City, and Poland January 30 to February 3 to emphasize the United States’ commitment to our European Allies and partners, democracy, and transatlantic security as well as our …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 27, 2023 In recent days, the Kremlin has struck more blows against independent civil society and media. On January 25, a Moscow court ruled to close the Moscow Helsinki Group, Russia’s oldest human rights organization and the inspiration for citizens’ groups monitoring human rights in the Europe-Eurasia region …

25 January 2023 Pentagon Press Secretary Brig Gen Pat Ryder provided the following readout: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke by phone today with his Polish counterpart Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Mariusz Błaszczak to discuss plans for current and future security assistance to Ukraine.  Secretary Austin commended Deputy Prime …

January 12, 2023 Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will visit Krakow, Poland, and Berlin, Germany, to advance the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to combat antisemitism around the world and support Holocaust remembrance. The Second Gentleman will be in Krakow, Poland from January 26-29. On January 27, Mr. Emhoff will visit the Memorial and Museum at Auschwitz-Birkenau. He …

Press Release December 12, 2022 USAID, with bipartisan Congressional support, is supporting new locally-driven initiatives in Central Europe with the goal of strengthening democratic institutions, civil society, and independent media, which are all pillars of resilient democratic societies. These programs will be implemented by a coalition of partners with deep knowledge of the region, experience …

9 December 2022 Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) announces the authorization of a Presidential Drawdown of security assistance valued at up to $275 million to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs. This authorization is the Biden Administration’s twenty-seventh drawdown of equipment from DoD inventories for Ukraine since August 2021. This security assistance package …

As delivered by Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland at the First Session of the OSCE Ministerial Council, Lodz, Poland December 1, 2022 With due respect to our Belarusian colleague, there is a very clear way to stop this fire, to stop it today, and that is for Russia to stop its …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 29, 2022 Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland will travel to Lodz, Poland November 30 to December 1, where she will attend the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Under Secretary Nuland will reiterate the United States’ commitment to the OSCE’s foundational principles …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 29, 2022 In the midst of Russia’s continued brutal attacks against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, Secretary of State Blinken announced today during a meeting of the G7+ on the margins of the NATO Ministerial in Bucharest that the United States government is providing over $53 million to support acquisition …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 18, 2022 The Conflict Observatory, a program supported by the U.S. Department of State, released an independent report today that details numerous instances of unjust detentions and disappearances in Kherson, Ukraine, as they relate to Russia’s ongoing filtration operations.  Russia must halt these operations and withdraw its forces …

READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 15, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau to discuss the explosion in eastern Poland.  The Secretary expressed condolences for the two Polish lives lost and reiterated full U.S. support for and assistance with Poland’s investigation.  Underscoring the strength of NATO’s bonds, the Secretary and the Foreign …

15 November 2022 The United States strongly condemns Russia’s latest missile attacks against Ukraine, which appear to have struck residential buildings in Kyiv and additional sites across the country. It is not lost on us that, as world leaders meet at the G-20 in Bali to discuss the issues of significant importance to the lives and livelihoods of people around the world, Russia again threatens …

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield U.S. Representative to the United Nations Warsaw, Poland November 9, 2022 AS DELIVERED QUESTION: (In progress) … this region. What is your impression? And how did you feel about the leadership and how did you feel about the people? AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: I felt it was really important for me to go to Ukraine …

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield U.S. Representative to the United Nations Warsaw, Poland November 9, 2022 AS DELIVERED AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: (In progress) … gratitude firstly to the people of Poland and the Government of Poland for their hospitality and their welcoming to Ukrainian refugees. I’ve spent the past two days, first in Ukraine and now here, where …

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield U.S. Representative to the United Nations Warsaw, Poland November 9, 2022 AS DELIVERED QUESTION: Madam Ambassador, thank you very much for joining us. Thank you for your time. AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: I am delighted to be here. Thank you for having me. QUESTION: Madam Ambassador, you have been to Ukraine, you have been to – …

United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release November 9, 2022 The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Nate Evans: Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Representative to the United Nations, met with Jacek Siewiera, Chief of the National Security Bureau of Poland today …

7 November 2022 On 3 November 2022, the U.S.-EU Task Force on Energy Security met in Washington to discuss implementation of the 25 March Joint Statement by Presidents Biden and Von der Leyen, which aims to help diversify the EU’s natural gas supplies and reduce natural gas demand and consumption. The Task Force builds on …

United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release November 5, 2022 Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Representative to the United Nations, will travel to Albania and Poland November 6 to 9 to reiterate the United States’ unwavering support for these two staunch Allies who are working with us …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 1, 2022 On September 30, the Department awarded $47.6 million to Tetra Tech, Inc. of Pasadena, California to provide urgent humanitarian demining assistance to Ukraine in the face of Russia’s brutal war of aggression.  Under the terms of the project, Tetra Tech will strengthen the Government of Ukraine’s …

31 October 2022 Attributed to Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Mariusz Błaszczak to discuss the current security situation along NATO’s Eastern Flank and joint efforts to enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities. Secretary Austin praised …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 27, 2022 The armed forces of Ukraine have inspired the world with their tremendous skill, professionalism, and profound courage defending their country from Russia’s brutal and unjustified invasion.  The United States along with our Allies and partners have expedited security assistance to Ukraine at a historic pace to …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 23, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, France, and the United Kingdom. We, the Foreign Ministers of France, the United Kingdom, and the United States, reiterate our steadfast support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 20, 2022 Since Russia launched its unjustified and unprovoked all-out war against Ukraine in February 2022, the United States has worked with Allies and partners around the world to impose an unprecedented range of sanctions and export controls on Russia for its brutal aggression. Moreover, we will continue …

11 October 2022 1. We, the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7), convened today with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Our meeting took place against the backdrop of the most recent missile attacks against civilian infrastructure and cities across Ukraine, leading to the death of innocent civilians. We condemn these attacks in the strongest possible …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 7, 2022 Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter will travel to Frankfurt, Warsaw, Krakow, Istanbul, and Ankara from October 7-19, 2022.  During her trip, the Assistant Secretary will observe U.S. consular operations and meet with foreign government counterparts to underscore our deep and sustained commitment …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Doha, Qatar; Geneva, Switzerland; and Warsaw, Poland October 1-7. In Doha October 1-3, Under Secretary Zeya will reiterate U.S. appreciation for the long-standing friendship between the United States and Qatar …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. Begin Text We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, …

U.S. Embassy Warsaw September 29, 2022 The Congress of the United States has approved $288.6 Million in Foreign Military Financing for Poland.  This funding, announced by Secretary Blinken in Kyiv September 8 and making Poland one of the largest recipients of Foreign Military Assistance outside of Ukraine, is intended to build the capacity of Poland …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 On Monday, September 19, 2022, representatives of Artemis Accords signatory nations met at the International Astronautical Congress in Paris for the first in-person meeting since the launch of the Accords. At an event co-hosted by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),  Agência Espacial Brasileira (AEB)  of Brazil, and the  Centre national d’études spatiales (CNES) …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 President Putin’s unjustified war against Ukraine puts millions around the globe at risk of increasing food insecurity. The Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, one of the world’s largest exporters of food, has led to the damage or outright destruction of many of Ukraine’s arterial roads, railways, …

READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau.  Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Rau discussed the importance of continued close collaboration in the global response to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.  The …

PRESS STATEMENT VEDANT PATEL, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON BUREAU OF GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS AUGUST 28, 2022 After weeks of intensive but productive negotiations, the Russian Federation alone decided to block consensus on a final document at the conclusion of the Tenth Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Russia did so in order to block …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 25, 2022 The U.S. Department of State-supported Conflict Observatory program released a report today that includes evidence of Russia-perpetrated filtration operations in, and forced deportations from, Ukraine. The unlawful transfer and deportation of protected persons is a grave breach of the Fourth Geneva Convention on the protection of …

On August 10, 2022, the first delegations from Poland traveled to the United States as part of the Open World Program funded by the United States Congress, run by the Congressional Office for International Leadership (Open World Leadership Center) and implemented by the American Councils for International Education.The 10-day visit to the United States was …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 10, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 9, 2022 On August 9 the Department announced its intention to provide $89 million of FY 2022 funding to help the Government of Ukraine address the urgent humanitarian challenges posed by explosive remnants of war created by Russia’s brutal war of aggression. Russia’s unlawful and unprovoked further invasion …

August 9, 2022 Two years ago, the people of Belarus exercised their democratic right to elect their president. In response, Alyaksandr Lukashenka falsified the results and claimed victory, trampling the democratic aspirations and rights of the Belarusian people. Since then, a major mobilization in support of democracy has been met by violence and repression by …

August 8, 2022 The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in coordination with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, is providing an additional $4.5 billion in direct budgetary support to the Government of Ukraine to help alleviate the acute budget deficit caused by Putin’s brutal war of aggression. The Government of …

8 August 2022 Attributed to Acting Pentagon Press Secretary Todd Breasseale: Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) announces the authorization of a Presidential Drawdown of security assistance valued at up to $1 billion to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs. This authorization is the Biden Administration’s eighteenth drawdown of equipment from DoD inventories for …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 3, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 2, 2022 The United States is committed to working alongside our allies and partners to further impose severe consequences on President Putin and his enablers for Russia’s unconscionable war against Ukraine. VISA RESTRICTIONS The Department of State is announcing a series of actions to promote accountability for actions …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 14, 2022 With Ukraine’s assent, the United States and 44 other countries invoked the OSCE Moscow Mechanism for a second time on June 2, establishing an expert mission to examine the further human rights abuses and humanitarian impacts of Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine. In the report …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 13, 2022 We welcome the announcement by the EU making clear how its member states will implement economic sanctions on Russia with respect to Kaliningrad. We appreciate the unprecedented economic measures that our Allies and partners, including Lithuania, have joined us in taking against Russia for its unprovoked …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 10, 2022 Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Warsaw July 11-13 to engage with government counterparts, thank Poland for its support of Ukraine, and further enhance cooperation on the climate crisis and European energy security, including opportunities for energy efficiency, nuclear power generation, and …

Saturday, July 9, 2022 The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of State, is providing nearly $368 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support people affected by Russia’s war in Ukraine, which has pushed nearly 12 million people from their homes. With this additional support, the United States …

JUNE 29, 2022 The June 29-30, 2022 NATO Summit in Madrid, Spain will be an historic moment for the Transatlantic Alliance. Building on the President’s first NATO Summit on June 14, 2021, and extraordinary Summits held on February 25, 2022 and March 24, 2022 in response to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, this Summit …

JUNE 27, 2022 In Germany today, President Biden will meet with G7 leaders and President Zelenskyy to continue delivering on our unwavering, unified commitment to support Ukraine and build on our unprecedented sanctions to hold President Putin accountable.  The G7 will issue a statement of support for Ukraine, which will include significant new sanctions commitments …

PRESS STATEMENT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 23, 2022 Pursuant to a delegation of authority from the President, I am authorizing our thirteenth drawdown of arms and equipment from U.S. Department of Defense inventories for Ukraine’s defense since August 2021, of up to $450 million. This authorization will bring total U.S. security assistance to Ukraine …

JUNE 22, 2022 The U.S.-EU Task Force on European Energy Security met virtually on June 22, 2022 convened by co-chairs Amos Hochstein, U.S. Senior Advisor for Energy Security, and Björn Seibert, Head of Cabinet of the European Commission President, and under the leadership of Ditte Juul Jørgensen, European Commission Director General for Energy, and Melanie …

15 June 2022 Attributed to Deputy Assistant to the Secretary of Defense (Media) J. Todd Breasseale: This afternoon, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced $1 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine. This includes an authorization of a Presidential Drawdown of security assistance valued at up to $350 million, as well as $650 million in …

15 June 2022 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov Today, President Joe Biden announced that the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing more than $225 million in additional humanitarian assistance to Ukraine amid Russia’s unprovoked war that has pushed 12 million people from their homes and triggered staggering humanitarian needs. …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JUNE 3, 2022 With Ukraine’s assent, the United States and 44 other countries have invoked the OSCE Moscow Mechanism a second time since the start of Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine to investigate reports of human rights abuses and violations of international humanitarian law by Russian forces in Ukraine. …

June 2, 2022 The United States, alongside over 30 partners around the world, has imposed unprecedented sanctions and export controls to hold President Putin to account for his war against Ukraine, restrict Russia’s access to critical technology it needs to fund its war machine, and turn Russia into a global financial pariah. The Russian economy …

24 May 2022 Russia has demonstrated that it is an unreliable supplier of energy to Europe through unjustified and unacceptable actions such as cutting off electricity and natural gas to Finland, halting natural gas exports to Poland and Bulgaria, and threatening similar actions against other European nations. The United States and the European Commission condemn …

May 16, 2022 WARSAW, POLAND – Today, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen visited the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews on the site of the former Warsaw Ghetto. The Museum showcases the important history of Jews in Poland over the past thousand years and stands directly across from the Monument to …

May 16, 2022 WARSAW—U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen visited Warsaw, Poland from May 14-16. In meetings with Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Finance Minister Magdalena Rzeczkowska, Secretary Yellen reiterated the United States’ steadfast support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and welcomed Poland’s strong partnership in holding Russia accountable for its war against Ukraine. …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 14, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 10, 2022 Leading up to and during Russia’s unprovoked and illegal further invasion of Ukraine, the United States is supporting Ukraine’s continued access to the Internet and to enhance Ukraine’s cyber defenses. These efforts, coordinated across the U.S. government, include: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has provided …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 8, 2022 The Department of State is taking additional actions to hold accountable those engaged in human rights abuses, to impose severe costs on the Government of the Russian Federation (GoR), and to degrade the Kremlin’s ability to support Putin’s unprovoked and unjustified war against Ukraine and fund …

MAY 08, 2022 President Biden and G7 Leaders Meet with President Zelenskyy to Continue our Efforts to Support Ukraine and Build on our Unprecedented Sanctions and Export Controls Today, President Biden and G7 Leaders met with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine to reinforce our shared commitment to strengthen Ukraine’s position on the battlefield and at the …

MAY 2, 2022 PRESS RELEASE Warsaw, Poland — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Congressional delegation held a bilateral meeting with President Andrzej Duda of Poland: “Today, our high-level Congressional delegation had the distinct privilege of meeting with President Andrzej Duda of Poland, a valued partner in supporting the people of Ukraine in …

MAY 1, 2022 PRESS RELEASE Warsaw, Poland – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the Congressional delegation’s engagements in Poland and Ukraine: “Our distinguished Congressional delegation came to Poland to send an unmistakable message to the world: that America stands firmly with our NATO allies in our support for Ukraine. “As the Russian invasion …

MAY 1, 2022 PRESS RELEASE   Rzeszów, Poland – Speaker Nancy Pelosi held a press conference with Chairman Jim McGovern, Chairman Gregory Meeks, Chairman Adam Schiff, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Congressman Bill Keating and Congressman Jason Crow as part of the U.S. Congressional delegation to Ukraine and Poland.  Below is the full transcript: Speaker Pelosi.  Good morning, again. …

APRIL 29, 2022 On April 28, the U.S.-EU Task Force on Energy Security met in person in Washington to discuss implementation of the  March 25 Joint Statement  by Presidents Biden and von der Leyen. The meeting, chaired by Amos Hochstein, U.S. Senior Advisor for Energy Security, and Björn Seibert, Head of Cabinet of the European Commission President, reviewed progress …

READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 25, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visited Kyiv, Ukraine yesterday to demonstrate the United States’ unwavering commitment to Ukraine and the Ukrainian people in their struggle against Russian aggression. While in …

Friday, April 22, 2022 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), will invest $131 million to counter the impact of Russia’s brutal war on the Ukrainian people and to strengthen Ukraine’s resilience, democracy, economy, and healthcare systems. The Russian Federation’s unprovoked, full-scale invasion of Ukraine has …

APRIL 20, 2022 | BY DAVID VERGUN, DOD NEWS At the Pentagon today for a meeting with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Polish Defense Minister Mariusz Blaszczak said his country will increase its defense spending to 3% of gross domestic product. Blaszczak said the increase will begin next year. He also noted that …

APRIL 14, 2022 The United States has committed more than $3.2 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the beginning of the Biden Administration, including approximately $2.6 billion since the beginning of Russia’s unprovoked assault on February 24. On April 13, the Department of Defense outlined the seventh drawdown of equipment from DoD inventories for …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 11, 2022 Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to Chisinau, Moldova and Warsaw, Poland April 12-15. In Chisinau, Assistant Secretary Noyes will meet with government officials to recognize Moldova’s role in hosting tens of thousands of refugees who have …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 7, 2022 Today, in its latest action to impose severe costs on Russia’s defense establishment in response to Putin’s war of choice, the Department of State is designating 29 entities and eight individuals pursuant to E.O. 14024.  Russia’s defense establishment is directly responsible for the Kremlin’s horrific campaign …

APRIL 07, 2022 I applaud the overwhelming vote today in the General Assembly of the United Nations to kick Russia off the UN Human Rights Council. This is a meaningful step by the international community further demonstrating how Putin’s war has made Russia an international pariah. The United States worked closely with our Allies and …

PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 7, 2022 By suspending Russia from the UN Human Rights Council, countries around the world chose to hold Moscow to account today for gross and systematic violations of human rights in its premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified war of choice against Ukraine.  We have seen growing evidence of Russia’s brutal disregard for international law and human …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 7, 2022 The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, …

APRIL 06, 2022 Today, the United States, with the G7 and the European Union, will continue to impose severe and immediate economic costs on the Putin regime for its atrocities in Ukraine, including in Bucha. We will document and share information on these atrocities and use all appropriate mechanisms to hold accountable those responsible. As …

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 2, 2022 Assistant Secretary of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) Todd D. Robinson traveled to Poland March 30 – April 2. While in Warsaw, Assistant Secretary Robinson met with Ukrainian civil society organizations. During his visit to Rzeszow, Assistant Secretary Robinson met with the Ukrainian …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 1, 2022 The United States advanced U.S. foreign policy objectives at the 49th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) during our first session back as a voting member. We worked alongside Ukraine and HRC members to establish a Commission of Inquiry (CoI) – the first ever …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 29, 2022 The United States applauds recent expulsions of Russian intelligence officers by our partners in Europe and around the world.  As our partners have outlined, these actions are in response to these individuals’ activities, which are in contravention of their diplomatic status, and the Russian Federation’s aggression in Ukraine. …

Friday, March 25, 2022 Rzeszow, Poland ADMINISTRATOR POWER: Welcome. I want to thank President Biden and President Duda for gathering us today. And for all of the humanitarian leaders here who have joined us. You all have devoted your lives to springing into action whenever you see human suffering. But it’s fair to say, I think, …

MARCH 24, 2022 The United States is proud to be the largest single donor of humanitarian, democracy, and human rights assistance to Ukraine, working closely with our European partners. We remain committed to ensuring those affected by President Putin’s war of aggression, especially vulnerable populations such as women, children, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex …

MARCH 24, 2022 United States sanctions over 400 Russian elites, Duma members, and defense companies in coordination with the European Union and G7; U.S. has now sanctioned over 600 targets G7 and EU announce sanctions evasion initiative to prevent circumvention and backfilling of our unprecedented sanctions; continue to blunt Central Bank of the Russian Federation’s …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 24, 2022 Today, the Department of State and the Department of the Treasury have taken additional sweeping actions as part of our response, together with our allies and partners, to the Russian Federation’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified war against Ukraine.  We are steadfast in our commitment to ensuring …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 16, 2022 The International Court of Justice today issued a significant ruling in Ukraine’s case against the Russian Federation under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide. The ruling clearly and unequivocally ordered Russia to immediately suspend the military operations Russia commenced last …

MARCH 16, 2022 South Court Auditorium Eisenhower Executive Office Building      THE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon.  I want to begin by thanking President Zelenskyy for his passionate message this morning.  I listened to it in the private residence, and he was convincing.  And — significant speech. He speaks for a people who have shown remarkable courage …

MARCH 16, 2022 President Biden today announced an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine, bringing the total U.S. security assistance committed to Ukraine to $1 billion in just the past week, and a total of $2 billion since the start of the Biden Administration. The assistance will take the form of direct transfers …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 15, 2022 The world has been transfixed as Russia has perpetrated a premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified attack on Ukraine.  Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine has resulted in widespread human suffering and casualties, including the deaths of innocent civilians, including children. Today, the Department of State is continuing to …

United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release March 14, 2022 The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Olivia Dalton: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield met today with Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs Zbigniew Rau to discuss the rapid …

Readout For Immediate Release   Saturday, March 12, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Rebecca Chalif:‎ On March 11, Administrator Samantha Power spoke with Poland’s Undersecretary of State for Economic and Development Cooperation, Paweł Jabłoński about the worsening humanitarian needs among Ukrainians fleeing Putin’s unprovoked violence into Poland. Minister Jabłoński shared that Poland has …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 11, 2022 The Department of State, the Department of the Treasury, and the Department of Commerce have taken additional sweeping actions as part of our response, together with our allies and partners, to the Russian Federation’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified war against Ukraine. We are committed to ensuring …

MARCH 11, 2022 Today, President Biden and G7 Leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom as well as the European Union will announce new economic actions to hold Putin accountable for his continued assault on Ukraine and further isolate Russia from the global financial system. Each partner will implement actions consistent …

MARCH 11, 2022 Warsaw Chopin International Airport Warsaw, Poland THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good morning.  Good morning, good morning.  So it was very important for the President of the United States and me to be here on the ground to say hello and to say thank you to all of you for your service, for your …

Readout For Immediate Release Thursday, March 10, 2022 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov The below is attributable to Spokesperson Rebecca Chalif:‎ Today, Administrator Samantha Power, along with State Department Bureau for Population, Refugees, and Migration Senior Bureau Official Nancy Jackson, met with Hungarian Ambassador Szabolcs Takács, Moldovan Ambassador Eugen Caras, Polish Ambassador Marek Magierowski, Romanian …

MARCH 10, 2022 American School of Warsaw Warsaw, Poland THE VICE PRESIDENT:  This afternoon I have invited and asked these very important people to join me for a conversation about their experiences and also their thoughts about what we can do — the United States and our allies in this region and around the world …

MARCH 10, 2022 Warsaw Marriott Hotel Warsaw, Poland   VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  Mr. Prime Minister, it’s good to see you.  And as part of the strong, enduring, lasting, and deep friendship between the United States and Canada, we find ourselves by coincidence, or maybe fate, to be here in Warsaw at the same time, with …

MARCH 10, 2022 Belweder Palace Warsaw, Poland PRESIDENT DUDA:  (As interpreted.)  Your Excellency and distinguished Madam Vice President of the United States of America, distinguished ladies and gentlemen: This is a very important moment in our relations.  But, first and foremost, under these circumstances which we are facing right now in Europe, behind our Eastern …

MARCH 10, 2022 During her trip to Warsaw, Poland, today, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced nearly $53 million in new humanitarian assistance from the United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), to support innocent civilians affected by Russia’s unjustified invasion of Ukraine. This additional assistance includes support to the UN World Food Program (WFP) …

MARCH 10, 2022 PRIME MINISTER MORAWIECKI:  Madam Vice President, it’s so good to welcome you in Poland.  Well, lacking those specific circumstances, I’m so happy that we have such a strong alliance with the United States. It’s very important to strengthen the eastern flank, in particular right now, with what is happening in the Ukraine.  …

MARCH 08, 2022 Today, President Biden will sign an Executive Order (E.O.) to ban the import of Russian oil, liquefied natural gas, and coal to the United States – a significant action with widespread bipartisan support that will further deprive President Putin of the economic resources he uses to continue his needless war of choice. …

MARCH 04, 2022 Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Warsaw, Poland and Bucharest, Romania March 9-11. Her visit will demonstrate the strength and unity of the NATO Alliance and U.S. support for NATO’s eastern flank allies in the face of Russian aggression. It will also highlight our collective efforts to support the people of …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 3, 2022 Today, the Department of State and the Department of Treasury have taken additional sweeping actions as part of our response, together with our allies and partners, to the premeditated, unprovoked Russian war against Ukraine.  These actions make it clear that there is nowhere to hide for …

PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 3, 2022 With Ukraine’s agreement, the United States and 44 other countries have invoked the OSCE Moscow Mechanism.  This action will establish an expert mission to address our grave concerns regarding the humanitarian and human rights impacts on the people of Ukraine caused by Russia’s further invasion with …

MARCH 03, 2022 Today, the United States, in coordination with Allies and partners, is targeting additional Russian elites and family members who continue supporting President Putin despite his brutal invasion of Ukraine. These individuals have enriched themselves at the expense of the Russian people, and some have elevated their family members into high-ranking positions. Others …