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United States and the Russian Federation Sign New Bilateral Framework on Threat Reduction

Washington, DC - The United States and the Russian Federation signed a new bilateral framework on threat reduction that reinforces our longstanding partnership on nonproliferation. 

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Cultural Repatriation in Moscow

Moscow, Russia - A letter written by famous Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky dated Feb. 11, 1876, was one of eight documents returned to the Russian Federation during a repatriation ceremony Thursday.

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The Philippines Joins G8 Global Partnership

Washington, DC - The U.S. Department of State congratulates the United Kingdom, 2013 Chair of the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction (GP), as they welcome the Philippines as the 26th member of the GP.

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Result of the Iranian Presidential Election

Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "We have seen the announcement by Iran’s Interior Ministry that Hassan Rouhani has been declared the winner of the country’s 11th presidential election.

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America's Oldest Ally Remains Key U.S. Strategic Partner

Washington, DC (NAPSI) - When asked to name America's oldest ally, many would be surprised to find the correct answer is the Kingdom of Morocco.

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Iraqi Government and Civil Society Leaders Participate in U.S. Program To Support Iraqi Widows and Female Heads of Household

Washington, DC - A delegation of five senior Iraqi government officials and civil society leaders is visiting Washington, DC, from June 13-20 to meet with U.S. counterparts to discuss ways to address the challenges facing widows and female heads of household in Iraq.

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On the Occasion of the Official Birthday of Queen Elizabeth II

Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I send warmest congratulations and best wishes to the people of the United Kingdom in honor of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Official Birthday on June 15.

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Conviction of Liu Hui

Washington, DC - The United States is deeply concerned that Liu Hui, the brother-in-law of Nobel laureate and imprisoned activist Liu Xiaobo, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for purportedly engaging in fraud related to a disputed land deal.

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