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President Barack Obama shakes hands with Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili.
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Obama and Saakashvili Meet

Discussion included strengthening the economic relationship between Georgia and the United States.

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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton gestures during a news conference with German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle, at the State Department in Washington, January 20, 2012.

U.S. - Germany Strong Allies

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton recently hosted German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle at the State Department.

New recruits belonging to Somalia's al-Qaeda-linked al Shabaab.

Countering Violent Extremism

Factors that make some populations vulnerable to internalizing al-Qaida's worldview are still present in many communities.

EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton holds a news conference at the end of a European Union foreign ministers meeting in Brussels, January 23, 2012.

EU Bans Imports Of Iranian Oil

The new measures fall in the context of increased international pressure on Iran.

Belarus Violates Rights Of Citizens

“We continue to have grave concerns regarding the ill treatment of political prisoners in Belarus.”

Pregnant women watch television as they wait in the pre-natal ward at Princess Christian Maternity Hospital in Freetown, Sierra Leone (2010 file photo)

Tackling Maternal Mortality

It will take political will to enact long-term systemic changes that promote gender equality and remove barriers.

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius administers polio vaccine to a child in New Delhi, India, January 13, 2012.

Sebelius On U.S. Global Health Strategy

"A health threat emerging in one corner of the world will eventually become a global health threat."

Burns On U.S.- Turkey Partnership

“This is a partnership based on mutual benefit and mutual respect ."

U.S. Defense Posture Towards Europe

New strategy reaffirms unwavering U.S. commitment and close cooperation with NATO Allies and European partners.

Demonstrators in Moscow protest against suspected cheating in Russia's parliamentary elections

Gordon On Human Rights Strategy In Russia

“The United States will continue to be forthright in our firm support for universal human rights."

Map of Bosnia-Herzegovina

Finally, Progress In Bosnia-Herzegovina

The United States welcomes the agreement by the major political parties and leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina to form a government.

Female Nobel Peace Prize winners

Pursuing Peace Through Women's Involvement

“A growing body of evidence ... shows how women around the world contribute to making and keeping peace."

U.S. - Romania Missile Defense Comes Into Force

This agreement provides for the deployment of a U.S. ballistic missile defense interceptor site to Romania.

Tibetan monks pray during a candlelight protest march.

Fighting Discrimination, Improving Respect For Religious Freedom

“Together we have begun to overcome the false divide that pits religious sensitivities against freedom of expression."

Fernandez On How To Increase Food Production

Feed the Future is investing in entire value chains to meet growing demand and need.

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton in Busan, South Korea

Making Aid Effective

It is critical to follow the recipient country's lead to “spark self-sustaining progress.”

Clinton On Anniversary Of Refugee Convention

Sixty years ago this month, the United Nations Convention relating to the Status of Refugees began the ratification process.

To Walk The Earth In Safety

Report documents the $201 million in aid the United States provided in 2010 to help 49 countries clear explosive remnants.

A Christmas tree graces the front of the U.S. Capitol.

Christmas 2011

The message of peace on earth and good will toward men is universal.

Deputy Secretary Burns delivered remarks at a ceremony for the Secretary of State’s Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad.

Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad Award

Every year, the U.S. Department of State recognizes six of its own for their charitable work while stationed abroad.

Riot police clash with demonstrators trying to storm the government building in the Belarusian capital, Minsk, 19 Dec 2010

Belarus Crackdown Anniversary

Government forces arrested some 700 and beat thousands of others a year ago.


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