Terrorist Designation of Ansarallah in Yemen
The Department of State will notify Congress of my intent to designate Ansarallah – sometimes referred to as the Houthis – as a Foreign Terrorist…
Attacks on Yemeni Officials in Aden
The United States strongly condemns the December 30 attacks in Aden that killed civilians and wounded many others. We are deeply saddened by the loss…
Treasury Sanctions Serious Human Rights Abusers on International Human Rights Day
Designations target human rights abusers in Haiti, Yemen, and Russia WASHINGTON– Today, on International Human Rights Day, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of…
Wrongful Detention by the Houthis of Levi Salem Musa Marhabi
The United States stands with the Yemeni Jewish community in calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Levi Salem Musa Marhabi. Mr. Marhabi has been wrongfully detained by the Houthi militia for four years,…
Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo: Iran-backed Houthi Attacks Against Saudi Arabia
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release October 29, 2020 We condemn yesterday’s attacks by the Iranian-backed Houthis against Saudi Arabia. …
Release of American Hostages Held in Yemen
Today, we join with all Americans in welcoming the release of two U.S. citizens from Houthi custody in Yemen.
Quad Statement
Statement on behalf of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States: The Ambassadors to Yemen from the Kingdom of…
President Donald J. Trump Has Brokered a Historic Deal Between Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain
Now that the ice has been broken, I expect more Arab and Muslim countries will follow the United Arab Emirates’ lead. – President Donald J.…
Historic Agreement Between Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 On the 19th anniversary of 9/11, we usher in a new era of peace.…
The United States, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates Make Historic Joint Statement
President Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of…
President Trump Announces Historic Agreement to Normalize Relations Between the UAE and Israel
“Our vision is one of peace, security, and prosperity—in this region, and in the world. Our goal is a coalition of nations who share the…
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At a Press Availability
REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE PRESS BRIEFING ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. AUGUST 5, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good afternoon, everyone. On behalf…
USAID Announces $27.4 Million Project to Support Economic Recovery in Yemen
For Immediate Release Monday, July 20, 2020 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) today announced the award of a $27.4 million activity to support…
Message for U.S. Citizens – July 14, 2020
Event: Air Djibouti will begin offering regular passenger flights between Djibouti and Aden, Yemen on July 17, 2020. These are not U.S. government-sponsored or coordinated…
Health Alert: Announcing Repatriation Flights From Yemen
Message for U.S. Citizens – July 12, 2020 Location: Yemen and Saudi Arabia Event: The Department of State has arranged with Yemeni and Saudi authorities to offer limited repatriation flights from Yemen…
MEDIA NOTE: International Students are Welcome in the U.S.
The United States has long been the destination of choice for international students, and we are pleased that many international students who had planned to…
Applications Now Open for the Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Exchange Program
Apply now for the Hubert Humphrey fellowship exchange program, an all-expenses-paid, one-year program for career professionals. The program supports mid-level professionals by sending them to…
Health Alert: Announcing Repatriation Flights From Yemen
Message for U.S. Citizens – June 29, 2020 Location: Yemen and Saudi Arabia Event: The Department of State has arranged with Yemeni and Saudi authorities to offer limited repatriation flights from Yemen…
