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March 31, 2020
U.S. Proposes a Framework for a Peaceful Democratic Transition in Venezuela
The U.S. proposed a pathway to resolving Venezuela’s crisis. This framework calls for the establishment of broadly acceptable transitional government to administer free and fair presidential elections and a pathway to lifting Venezuela-related U.S. sanctions.
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March 30, 2020
Restrictions on Iran’s Nuclear Program Continued
The United States is renewing four restrictions on the Iranian regime’s nuclear program for an additional 60 days. Iran’s continued expansion of nuclear activities is unacceptable.
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March 27, 2020
North Macedonia Joins the NATO Alliance
On March 27, 2020, the United States, as a treaty depositary, received The Republic of North Macedonia’s instrument of accession to the North Atlantic Treaty, making North Macedonia the 30th NATO Ally.
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Mike Pompeo was sworn in as the 70th U.S. Secretary of State on April 26, 2018. The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President's chief foreign affairs adviser. The Secretary carries out the President's foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service and U.S. Agency for International Development.
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Iran
February 20, 2020
Briefing With Special Representative for Iran and Senior Advisor to the Secretary Brian Hook
