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May 11, 2022
Humanitarian Relief Trustees Arrested in Hong Kong
By arresting Cardinal Joseph Zen, Margaret Ng, Hui Po-keung, and Denise Ho under the National Security Law, Hong Kong authorities have again demonstrated they will pursue all means necessary to stifle dissent and undercut protected rights and freedoms.
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May 11, 2022
Joint Communiqué by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS
The Ministers reconvened in Marrakesh, Morocco, today at the invitation of Moroccan Foreign Minister Bourita and Secretary Blinken. They affirmed that ensuring the enduring defeat of Daesh/ISIS in Iraq and Syria remains the number one priority for the Coalition.
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May 10, 2022
Attribution of Russia’s Malicious Cyber Activity Against Ukraine
As nations committed to upholding the rules-based international order in cyberspace, the U.S. and its allies and partners are taking steps to defend against Russia’s irresponsible actions.
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