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In Other News
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December 22, 2023
Russia Sanctions Authority
The new order gives the U.S. the authority to ban importation of certain goods mined, produced, or harvested in Russia. -
December 21, 2023
Corrupt and Undemocratic Actors Report
The new new listing includes four Nicaraguan, four Guatemalan, three Honduran, and three Salvadoran individuals. -
December 20, 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken’s End of Year Press Availability
In a year of profound tests, the world looked to the U.S. to lead and that’s just what we did.
Leading America’s foreign policy to advance the interests and security of the American people.
Hometown Diplomats
Diplomats come from all corners of the United States. Here, six U.S. diplomats talk about how their hometown vistas, people and values influence them — every day — as they pursue foreign policy goals.
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Mexico 
United Arab Emirates 
Israel Mexico
December 22, 2023
December 15, 2023
United Arab Emirates
Israel
December 22, 2023
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Israeli Defense Minister Gallant
December 20, 2023
