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U.S. Mission to the UN @usun ·

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Russia must fulfill its commitments to the Black Sea Grain Initiative. We cannot allow Russia to continue its weaponization of food and energy.
https://usun.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-linda-thomas-greenfield-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-humanitarian-situation-in-ukraine-3/

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Health security is national security. On February 8, @SecBlinken will host the 4th and final #COVIDMinisterial. Action by GAP partners and the valiant efforts of frontline health workers have saved countless lives and reduced hardships caused by #COVID19. https://www.state.gov/secretary-blinken-convenes-fourth-covid-19-global-action-plan-ministerial/

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Ned Price @statedeptspox ·

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Today @SecBlinken held a call with Turkish Foreign Minister @MevlutCavusoglu to offer condolences and support after the devastating earthquakes. He expressed his commitment to coordinating with Türkiye to do all that the United States can to assist. https://www.state.gov/secretary-blinkens-call-with-turkish-foreign-minister-cavusoglu-13/

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Samantha Power @powerusaid ·

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Countless people are clearing the rubble & destruction caused by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. The U.S. is in the process of deploying @USAID Urban Search and Rescue teams from Fairfax and Los Angeles County Fire Departments to work alongside them. https://www.usaid.gov/news-information/press-releases/feb-06-2023-statement-by-administrator-samantha-power-usaid-deploys-disaster-assistance-response-team-devastating-earthquake-turkiye-generates-significant-humanitarian-need

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.@POTUS: The United States is deeply invested in the Indo-Pacific. We’re committed for the long haul, ready to champion our vision for a positive future for the region together with friends and partners. Read how U.S. & Indo-Pacific partners work together: https://share.america.gov/partners-in-prosperous-secure-indo-pacific/

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