U.S. and Argentina Convene Workshop on Countering Hizballah’s Terrorist Activities in the Western Hemisphere
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Buenos Aires, Argentina - The United States and the Government of Argentina convened a workshop on countering Hizballah’s terrorist and illicit activities in the Western Hemisphere on June 11-12 in Buenos Aires. Law enforcement, prosecutors, and financial practitioners attended from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Panama, Paraguay, and Peru, as did representatives from Ameripol. The workshop was held in advance of the upcoming Western Hemisphere Ministerial that the Government of Argentina will host July 19 in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Hizballah attack on the Mutual Israelite Association of Argentina (known by its Spanish acronym AMIA) community center in Buenos Aires.
On the Passing of Former First Lady Lee Hee-ho
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Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the Government of the United States, I want to convey my condolences to former First Lady Lee Hee-ho’s family and the people of the Republic of Korea on her passing. Ms. Lee dedicated her life to peace and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula, and facilitated dialogue between North and South Korea.
On the Occasion of Russia Day in the Russian Federation
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Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of President Trump and the American people, I congratulate the people of Russia on the occasion of “Russia Day.”
Moldovan Elections
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Washington, DC - The United States calls on all Moldovan parties to show restraint and to agree on a path forward through political dialogue. The February 24 parliamentary elections were competitive and respected fundamental rights. The will of the Moldovan people as expressed in those elections must be respected without interference.
On the Occasion of Portugal’s National Day
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Washington, DC - "Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to the people of Portugal on your national day.
Situation in Sudan
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Washington, DC - The United States condemns the recent attacks on protesters in Sudan. We send our condolences to the victims and families who lost loved ones. We call on Sudan’s Transitional Military Council and the Rapid Support Forces to desist from violence and we call for resumed contact with the Forces for Freedom and Change with the aim of a civilian-led transition that leads to timely elections and free expression of the will of the Sudanese people. We support the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council’s April 30 communique.
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