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A Proclamation on Women’s History Month, 2023

28 February 2023 During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the countless women who have fought tirelessly and courageously for equality, justice, and opportunity in our Nation.  We also reaffirm our commitment to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls in the United States and around the world.  We are mindful that we are building on the ...
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Crimea is Ukraine

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 ...
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The United States Takes Sweeping Actions on the One Year Anniversary of Russia’s War Against Ukraine

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 ...
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