On the Anniversary of Holodomor
Ninety years later, we see the leadership of the Russian Federation waging a war of aggression to subjugate the people of sovereign, democratic Ukraine and bend them to its will.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Kelly Keiderling
Regrettably, the Kremlin, as we know, has a long track record of malign influence operations seeking to undermine Moldova’s democracy and elections.
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On the International Day of Solidarity with Belarus
The United States will continue to stand in solidarity with the people of Belarus.
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Response to the Report by the Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
We reiterate our strong support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
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2023 EEDIM: Opening Statement
Environmental stability is a key element of geopolitical peace and contributes to the resilience of communities as they grapple with both local and global challenges.
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The Situation In and Around Nagorno-Karabakh
The only acceptable path forward to a dignified and durable peace in the South Caucasus is through dialogue.
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Special Representative and Coordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings
The United States has provided roughly $3 million in support for OSCE-led anti-trafficking efforts since 2021, including $1 million to the landmark project on preventing and responding to trafficking in human beings amid the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
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Joint Statement of the informal OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
Far too often, however, we see that instead of protecting journalists and investigating the crimes committed against them, states have instead criminalized journalism itself.
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Response to Report by ODIHR Director Matteo Mecacci
Participants recounted the horrors Russia has inflicted, not just on the people of Ukraine but on its own citizens as well.
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International Day of the Girl Child
The United States stands firm in our commitment to elevate the voices and human rights of all girls and invest in a future that promotes their rights, leadership and well-being.
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Joint Statement in Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo
We recall that the Mission is the largest OSCE Field Mission and plays an essential role in Kosovo.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference | Follow up on Invocations of the Moscow Mechanism
We call on Russia, Belarus, and Turkmenistan to take immediate steps to address the concerns identified in the Expert Missions’ reports and implement the recommendations in them.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Closing Statement
The contempt the Kremlin and the Lukashenka regime have shown for the WHDC is the same contempt they show for their citizens and for the OSCE principles.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 8: Humanitarian Issues
We call on Russia’s government to stop the forcible transfers and deportations of Ukraine’s children and return those forcibly relocated to their families or legal guardians.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 7: Tolerance and Non-Discrimination II
Exclusion and intolerance weaken societies and make democracies less prosperous, less stable, and less equitable.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 6: Rule of Law II
Ukrainian officials have reported discovering 80 torture chambers in areas formerly occupied by Russia’s forces.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 5: Rule of Law I
Opponents of Putin’s regime are subject to drawn-out sham trials and face lengthy prison sentences. Vladimir Kara-Murza was sentenced in April to 25 years in prison.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 4: Fundamental Freedoms II
Freedom of religion continues to be severely restricted in some OSCE participating States.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 3: Tolerance and Non-Discrimination
To combat antisemitism, it is crucial to have not only a national plan, but also concerted international strategies.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 2: Fundamental Freedoms I
The United States condemns Russia’s wrongful detention of journalist and U.S. citizen Evan Gershkovich, and we call for his immediate release.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session 1: Democratic Institutions
We unequivocally condemn Russia’s continued occupation of parts of Ukraine. And we will never recognize the results of blatantly fake electoral processes as legitimate.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Opening Remarks
Despite unrelenting obstructionism from Russia, the OSCE found a way forward.
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Joint Statement on the Recent Developments in the North of Kosovo
In that vein, our priority remains moving forward on the normalization of relations between Kosovo and Serbia, starting with the return to the EU-facilitated Dialogue.
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On the Situation in Nagorno-Karabakh
The United States also continues to be deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation inside Nagorno-Karabakh.
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On the OSCE’s Future and Institutional Challenges
Despite the efforts to block its work at every turn, to block its budget, to block the election of a chair, to block its work by consensus, which is its essential strength, this organization has nonetheless found workarounds, found ways to deliver critical support to Ukraine.
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Joint Statement on the First Anniversary of the Moscow Mechanism Report on Human Rights Violations And Abuses In The Russian Federation
We call on Russia to release all the political prisoners immediately and unconditionally.
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Russia’s Detention of OSCE Officials as part of its War of Aggression Against Ukraine
For more than five hundred days, the Russian Federation has held three OSCE officials detained days after Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Joint Statement on the Situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
We express our concern over the escalating separatist and destabilizing rhetoric and actions of the president of the Republika Srpska entity within Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania
The OSCE Presence in Albania is a prime example of how the organization is working creatively and effectively in all three dimensions of security.
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On Azerbaijan’s military operation in Karabakh and its implications for the civilian population in the region
The United States repeats its calls for Azerbaijan to stand down all military actions in Nagorno-Karabakh if they have not done so already.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference 2023
The conference provides a forum for governments and civil society to review compliance with OSCE human rights commitments.
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Statement on the Situation in Nagorno-Karabakh
The United States is deeply troubled by the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference 2022
Warsaw Human Dimension Conference The OSCE was founded on the principles that respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms was just as important to the concept of security as sovereignty of borders and peaceful settlement of disputes. And nearly every year since 1993, OSCE participating States met for the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) – …
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On the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
Russia continues the atrocious practice of forcibly disappearing individuals within its own borders as well.
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Fifteen years since the full-scale military aggression against Georgia by the Russian Federation
We reaffirm our full support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders.
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On the Anniversary of the Fraudulent Election in Belarus
Three years after the fraudulent presidential election that inspired so many Belarusians to take to the streets and demand a democratically elected government that respects their human rights, the United States continues to stand with the brave people of Belarus and to support their demand to hold the Lukashenka regime to account.
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On the Murder of Political Activist Oleg Horjan in the Transnistrian Region of the Republic of Moldova
The United States is deeply disturbed by reports of the death of political activist and former political prisoner Oleg Horjan just seven months after his release from unjust detention by the de facto authorities in the Transnistrian region of the Republic of Moldova.
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U.S. National Statement on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Thousands of men, women, and children like Daria around the world illustrate the very real dangers and costs of human trafficking.
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On the 28th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
The American people join the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina in mourning and honoring the victims.
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On Serious Human Rights Violations in Russia
We condemn Tuesday’s brutal attack on journalist Elena Milashina and her colleague and, lawyer Alexander Nemov.
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National Statement on International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
Survivors of Russia’s extensive filtration and detention systems tell of beatings and assaults and of countless others having been killed or disappeared.
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Joint statement marking the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2023
We stand in solidarity with victims and survivors in Ukraine, in the OSCE region, and around the world, as well as their families and communities affected. Those responsible must be held to account.
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Response to the Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities, Kairat Abdrakhmanov
For nearly 10 years, Russia has abused and repressed Ukraine’s Crimean Tatars, ethnic Ukrainians, and members of other ethnic and religious community groups in areas temporarily under its control.
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World Refugee Day
I want to commend all those countries that have responded to Russia’s war of aggression and the resulting humanitarian crisis by opening their borders.
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Response to the Address by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February of last year, Russia’s forces have egregiously committed human rights abuses in Ukraine and have committed war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Response to the Address by the Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, H.E. Mr. Jeyhun Bayramov
The United States will continue to work with Azerbaijan and Armenia, bilaterally, multilaterally, and through partners such as the European Union and international organizations such as the OSCE to help reach a durable and dignified peace.
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Response to the Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek and the Director of the OSCE Academy in Bishkek
The effects of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine have had an impact on the economic development of Central Asia as well, leading to high inflation rates and driving up prices of basic necessities such as food and energy.
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On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia, and Transphobia
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which all participating States have supported, clearly notes that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.”
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Joint Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia and Transphobia
Because how can a society be considered to be free if people do not have the freedom to love who they want or be who they are?
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, Dominique Waag
Montenegro is an important U.S. ally and a vibrant multiethnic democracy.
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On the Moscow Mechanism exposing Systemic Human Rights Abuses and Violations by the Lukashenka Regime in Belarus
One day Belarus will be free. The question is how many people will have to suffer before that day comes?
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Joint Statement on the Report by the Rapporteur under the OSCE Moscow Mechanism on the Serious Threat to the OSCE Human Dimension in Belarus
The first steps toward security and stability for the people of Belarus remains for the Belarusian authorities to release all those unjustly imprisoned, to end the campaign of violence against peaceful protesters, and to hold perpetrators to account.
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On World Press Freedom Day
Without free, independent media, people cannot make informed decisions or hold leaders accountable.
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Joint Statement of the informal OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists on World Press Freedom Day
The Kremlin’s drastic censorship and suppression of media freedom also enables relentless state-sponsored disinformation about its war of aggression against Ukraine.
Read More» Joint Statement in Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo
We recall that the Mission is the largest OSCE Field Operation in the Balkans and plays an essential role in Kosovo.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Michael Davenport
The United States seeks peace, justice, and prosperity in a Kosovo that is fully integrated into the international community and a free, resilient, thriving Europe.
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On the Moscow Mechanism Report exposing Russia’s War Crimes against Ukraine’s Children
There are no words to justify what Russia has done with Ukraine’s children. There is no comfort for those who suffer today.
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Joint Statement On the Report by the Rapporteurs under the OSCE Moscow Mechanism on the Forcible Transfer and/or Deportation of Ukrainian children
This report is clear. Russia must return the children of Ukraine, to Ukraine, now.
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Checkpoint on the Lachin Corridor
We call on both Armenia and Azerbaijan to redouble their efforts to pursue peace talks and to refrain from provocations and hostile actions along the border.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
Russia has for years blatantly disregarded the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of its neighbors, including Moldova.
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Political Repression in Russia
More than 550 political prisoners are currently in the Kremlin’s custody, including Alexey Navalny, Ilya Yashin, and Alexei Gorinov.
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Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Marija Pejčinović Burić
We welcome in particular the Council of Europe’s adoption in December of the Action Plan for Ukraine.
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Kazakhstan’s Early Parliamentary Elections
The United States looks forward to working with the newly elected members of the Mazhilis as they work to fulfill their important role as the elected representatives of the Kazakh people and make their contribution to reforms that foster accountable government.
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Joint Statement on the Invocation of the Moscow Mechanism to Address the Forced transfer and deportation of children by the Russian Federation
Gravely concerned by the continuing impacts of Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine, in particular on the civilian population,
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Human Rights Situation in Russia
What is the Kremlin afraid of? Why is the Kremlin silencing Russia’s own civil society?
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brian Aggeler
We remain steadfast in our support for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the country’s democratic institutions.
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Joint Statement: Moscow Mechanism Invocation on Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Republic of Belarus
We invoke paragraph 12 of the 1991 Document of the Moscow meeting of the Conference on the Human Dimension of the (then) CSCE in order to establish a fact-finding mission of experts to examine the human dimension issues identified above.
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24th Anniversary of NATO Response to the Humanitarian Crisis in Kosovo
The United States strongly supports a democratic, prosperous, and peaceful future for the Western Balkans, and welcomes the accord Kosovo and Serbia reached through European Union facilitation.
Read More» Response to the Report by the Director of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
ODIHR’s quick reaction to Russia’s brutal and unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine through your human rights monitoring work is an important contribution to international accountability efforts.
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1st Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting: Joint Statement of the OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists
Many states from our Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists host journalists and other media actors fleeing persecution and war.
Read More» 1st Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting: Joint Statement on the OSCE Moscow Mechanism
The report under the Moscow Mechanism revealed a clear link between internal repression of human rights and fundamental freedoms and external aggression.
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Joint Statement on the Political Prisoners in Belarus
We call on Belarus to comply with its human rights obligations and OSCE commitments.
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On the Political Prisoners in Belarus
The United States calls on Belarusian authorities to cease all politically-motivated prosecutions and to end the repression of all Belarusians.
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Project Coordinator in Uzbekistan
We greatly appreciate your vital work and solid cooperation with the Government of Uzbekistan.
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The International Court of Justice order regarding the Lachin Corridor
The United States will continue to work with Azerbaijan and Armenia bilaterally, multilaterally through partners such as the European Union, and through international organizations such as the OSCE to help our partners to reach a peaceful, comprehensive, and sustainable settlement.
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Response to the Address by the UNHCR Assistant High Commissioner for Protection, H.E. Gillian Triggs
The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine is entirely man-made. All it takes to stop more needless suffering is for the man who caused it — Vladimir Putin — to end his brutal war of choice.
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On the Political Prisoners in Belarus
It is deeply regrettable that the Lukashenka regime continues to flagrantly violate and abuse human rights and fundamental freedoms in Belarus.
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Humanitarian Crisis in Nagorno Karabakh
The ongoing obstruction of transit through the Lachin corridor is now entering its third month.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation
Legislating violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms does not in some way make those violations less of a contravention of our core commitments.
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On the further Deterioration of the Human Rights Situation in Russia
The Kremlin’s efforts to silence Navalny are part of a broader effort to limit the ability of the people of Russia to exercise their human rights.
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On political prisoners in Belarus
The number of political prisoners in Belarus continues to grow and now numbers well over 1,400.
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Response to the Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iceland, H.E. Þórdís Kolbrún R. Gylfadóttir
We can all see in autocratic Russia’s dangerous behavior how internal repression and external aggression are inextricably linked.
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Response to the Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, H.E. Mr. Ararat Mirzoyan
The United States, too, is gravely concerned that the Lachin corridor has now been obstructed for more than 30 days, creating critical shortages of food, medicine, and other supplies in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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Russia’s Move Against the Moscow Helsinki Group Further Isolates It and Injures Its Own People
The accusations against the Moscow Helsinki Group are only the latest in a long series of efforts by the Kremlin to suppress independent voices of conscience in Russia at a time when they are needed more than ever.
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Joint Statement On Human Rights in Russia
Russia cannot dispense with its international obligations by violating them.
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On International Human Rights Day
Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine puts into stark relief the imperative to stand up for universal human rights.
Read More» Response to the Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities, Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov
Putin engineered a series of sham referenda in eastern Ukraine in an attempt to illegally annex several of Ukraine’s territories – a cynical and perverse ploy to transform Ukrainians into a minority in their own country
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Right of Reply to Belarus
The Belarusian regime has imprisoned now close to 1,500 political prisoners and kept them in the worst conditions of detention, often involving torture, often sending many of these political prisoners to intensive care units as a result of mistreatment that occurs.
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Kazakhstan’s Reform Agenda
Following the November presidential elections in Kazakhstan, we look forward to continuing to work with President Tokayev and his government to advance our common objectives.
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#OSCEMC2022: Joint Statement On Human Rights And Fundamental Freedoms
Today, Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine serves as a stark reminder of this – that respect for human rights within states, remains essential to lasting security among states.
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Joint statement on the anniversaries of the Moscow Mechanism Report on Belarus and the invocation of the Vienna Mechanism
The Belarusian authorities have further increased harassment and intimidation efforts by widening of the scope of the death penalty to vaguely defined “attempted terrorist activities”.
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Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Keiderling
Russia’s violation of Moldova’s airspace as part of its missile attacks against Ukraine infringes upon Moldova’s sovereignty and puts Moldova’s own citizens at risk.
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Response to the Report by the Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Center, Tuula Yrjölä
The United States looks forward to a continuing dialogue with the CPC on advancing these shared priorities and welcomes your suggestions on these and other issues.
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Response to the Address by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President, Margareta Cederfelt
The United States joins the OSCE PA in holding Vladimir Putin and his enablers responsible for horrific acts of violence against the people of Ukraine.
Read More» Response to ODIHR Director’s Report
As Putin’s missiles continue to fall on innocent civilians in Ukraine, we are reminded of the importance of human rights as an essential and integral component of our Organization’s comprehensive approach to security.
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Response to the Special Representative and Coordinator on Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings, Val Richey
One of the many unfortunate impacts of Russia’s aggression has been the enormous refugee and humanitarian crisis that, in turn, has created the conditions for a significantly increased risk of trafficking in human beings throughout the region.
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On Elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States strongly supports Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and multiethnic character.
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Right of Reply on Death Penalty
President Biden supports legislatively ending the death penalty at the federal level and encourages states to do so as well.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Michael Davenport
We continue to urge the governments of Kosovo and Serbia to fully implement their past commitments, refrain from actions and rhetoric that increase tensions, and to engage urgently, constructively, and in good faith in the EU-facilitated Dialogue.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference: Follow Up on Invocations of the OSCE Moscow Mechanism
It is disturbing to note that Russia has apparently undertaken no serious investigations into serious allegations of abuses.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Closing Statement
Together, we sent a strong message to Russia and to any other participating States that would undermine OSCE’s human dimension work: You did not succeed.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session VIII
The destructive impact of Putin’s war has reached far beyond Ukraine, with 44 million worldwide pushed into food insecurity as a result of Russia’s Black Sea blockade and pillaging of Ukrainian agriculture.
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Ensuring Accountability for Sexual and Gender-Based Violence resulting from Russia’s War against Ukraine
Early on after Russia intensified its unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine, we began hearing reports how Russian soldiers raped Ukrainian women in front of their children in places like Bucha after breaking down the doors where they had sought shelter.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session VII
The Russian Federation is prosecuting its citizens for peacefully protesting against the war in Ukraine.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session VI
Ukrainian POWs returned through swaps reported being tortured, including beatings with electrical wires and mock executions.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference: Plenary Session V
Russia’s aggression against independent, multi-ethnic Ukraine has caused great harm to Ukrainian citizens of all backgrounds.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session IV
Since the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February, the situation for freedom of expression and media freedom in Russia has worsened significantly.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session III
Russia’s President Putin has tried to justify his war against Ukraine by claiming he is “de-nazifying” a democratic country that elected a Jewish president.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session II
In recent months we have seen Russia target religious groups in parts of other countries that it controls or occupies, including Crimean Tatar Muslims and Orthodox Christians in Ukraine.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Plenary Session I
In Belarus, there have been no free and fair elections since Alyaksandr Lukashenka’s 1994 election. Brutal repressions following the fraudulent 2020 presidential election relentlessly continue.
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Warsaw Human Dimension Conference Opening Remarks
As we meet, Russia wages brutal war against Ukraine while Poland and other nearby countries represented at this table face a massive refugee crisis.
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Moscow Mechanism Report On Russia’s Legal and Administrative Practice in Light of its OSCE Human Dimension Commitments
This report effectively summarizes the terrible cost of a decade of legislative attacks on human rights in Russia under what can only be described as a police state.
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Joint Statement – Human rights in Russia: OSCE’s Moscow Mechanism expert report
The Russian government and administration not only excessively limit human rights and fundamental freedoms, but actively work to their detriment to propagate the war.
Read More» On the Sentencing of Political Prisoners in Belarus
The Lukashenka regime continues to employ brutal tactics to suppress dissent.
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Joint statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia
The Group of Friends of Georgia will continue to hold Russia accountable for its obligations and commitments, and advocate for the conflict’s peaceful resolution.
Read More» Statement on the Situation in Kosovo
We applaud the August 27 arrangement by President Vučić and Prime Minister Kurti that facilitates cross-border travel.
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On the Second Anniversary of the Fraudulent Elections in Belarus
The United States stands with the people of Belarus as they pursue a democratic, sovereign, and prosperous future.
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On the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
On this International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the United States stands with all those affected by this heinous crime.
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Response to the Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia, Bujar Osmani
Minister Osmani, we have no illusions about the difficult path that lies before you in 2023.
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Joint Statement on invoking the Moscow Mechanism: Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Russian Federation
According to a statement made by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media on 16 March 2022, “the Russian Federation is rapidly moving towards a situation of complete censorship and isolation of its citizens from any form of independent information”
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On the Forced Landing of Ryanair Flight 4978 in Minsk on May 23, 2021
We call on Belarus to implement the Moscow Mechanism Expert Mission’s recommendation to release all political prisoners immediately, including Pratasevich and Sapega, to stop its repression of the pro-democracy movement in Belarus, and to allow for free and fair elections.
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Response to the OSCE Secretary General on the Implementation of the 2004 Gender Equality Action Plan
Through the implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Act of 2017 and ongoing support for UN Security Council Resolution 1325, the United States continues to advance the full, equal, and meaningful participation of women, in all their diversity, across diplomatic and foreign policy engagements.
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Response to the Address by the CIO Special Representative on Gender Equality, Liliana Palihovici
Russia’s denial of responsibility does not make gender-based violence go away. Nor does denial relieve members of Russia’s forces of being held accountable for these heinous crimes.
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Statement on Protests in the Karakalpakstan Autonomous Region in Uzbekistan
We urge all parties to seek a peaceful resolution to these tensions and refrain from violence, and we urge due process protections for all those detained.
Read More» Joint statement marking the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is an occasion to reaffirm our strong commitment to prevent and eradicate torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
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Response to the Report of the Head of OSCE Presence in Albania, Ambassador Vincenzo Del Monaco
The United States applauds your work to uphold the rule of law and promote respect for human rights in Albania.
Read More» Response to the Report by the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov
Russia’s cynical attempt to use minority issues to justify its brutal war – a war which is wreaking death and destruction on Ukrainian citizens of many ethnicities, including ethnic Russians – is a chilling example of “the serious dangers of exploiting minority issues.”
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In Observance of Pride Month
Unfortunately the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons remain vulnerable or actively violated in far too many places.
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Joint Statement On World Refugee Day
The OSCE as a regional security organization recognizes the impact that refugees and other forcibly displaced persons have on our comprehensive security.
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Response to the Head of OSCE Program Office in Nur-Sultan
The United States remains committed to supporting a sovereign, secure, and independent Kazakhstan and supports your efforts to advance that shared goal.
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen
We commend your longstanding efforts in support of the government of Ukraine on rule of law, human rights, democratization, and good governance, all of which are indispensable to Ukraine’s implementation of its OSCE commitments and to its future as a vibrant democracy.
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Asian Partners for Cooperation Conference: The Role of Civil Society in Strengthening Co-Operation Between the OSCE and Asian Partners
OSCE’s Asian Partners as well as all OSCE participating States have affirmed the value of the role played by civil society in ensuring full respect for human rights and democracy.
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Asian Partners for Cooperation Conference: Climate-Related Challenges to Security and Opportunities for Co-Operation
We view the climate crisis as a shared strategic priority for both the OSCE and the Indo-Pacific regions.
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Asian Partners for Cooperation Conference: The Role of Women in Building Confidence, Peace And Security
The tragedy of this senseless war of aggression has forced the international community to take a renewed focus on issues pertaining to women in conflict.
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Response to the Presentation of the 2023 Program Outline by the OSCE Secretary General
I want to thank you and all of the OSCE staff for the dedication to our joint mission in spite of the challenges facing us.
Read More» Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Marija Pejčinović Burić
The reality is the European security order has unfortunately been upended by Russia’s trampling of the most basic norms of the international system that were enshrined in the UN Charter and the Helsinki Final Act.
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Invocation of the Moscow Mechanism to Address the Human Rights and Humanitarian Impacts of Russia’s Invasion and Acts of War Against Ukraine
We continue to have concerns regarding the humanitarian impacts of Russia’s invasion and potential for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Response to the Report of the Head of OSCE Center in Ashgabat, Ambassador John MacGregor
We support the Center’s work to align Turkmenistan’s anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism with the Financial Action Task Force standards.
Read More» Response to Report by OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid on OSCE Response to the Implications of Afghanistan for the OSCE Region (RIAOR)
We are grateful for your leadership in ensuring the OSCE’s unique contributions deliver the greatest value possible in addressing security challenges in the region.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, Ambassador Dominique Waag
We greatly value the work of your Mission in partnering with the government of Montenegro on strengthening the rule of law, promoting media independence, and enhancing security cooperation.
Read More» Response to the Head of OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek and the Director of the OSCE Academy in Bishkek
The United States values and supports the OSCE Program Office in Bishkek’s work in all three dimensions of security with government and civil society throughout the Kyrgyz Republic.
Read More» Joint Statement on Developments in the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region in Tajikistan
We call on all parties to spare no effort to de-escalate, exercise restraint and refrain from excessive use of force and incitement to violence.
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On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia
As enshrined in Article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.”
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Teresa Ribeiro
I think it is fair to say that the situation with regards to media freedom in the OSCE region has gone from terrible to worse than terrible.
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U.S. Response in Support of the Chairpersonship in Office Organizing HDIM
I just want to quickly say that the United States fully supports the Polish Chairpersonship, in your efforts related to the staging of all mandated OSCE meetings
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Political Repression and the Death Penalty in Belarus
The United States, along with our allies and partners, will continue to hold the Lukashenka regime to account for its ongoing attacks on human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Serbia, Ambassador Jan Braathu
The Mission to Serbia remains an indispensable element of this Organization’s work to promote peace, democracy, and prosperity in the Western Balkans.
Read More» Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Michael Davenport
The United States strongly supports the work of the Mission and appreciates our close collaboration to support Kosovo’s development as a secure, democratic, and inclusive member of the European community of nations.
Read More» World Press Freedom Day 2022: Statement by the informal OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists
We call on all participating States to cooperate and to implement our OSCE commitments on media freedom, and safety of journalists.
Read More» Response to the Report of the Three Committee Chairs
We agree that there can be no return to “business as usual” as long as Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine is raging and it remains patently clear that Russia has no intention whatsoever of respecting any OSCE principles or commitments.
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Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission in Skopje Ambassador Clemens Koja
We value the OSCE Mission in Skopje’s continuing work to assist North Macedonia in achieving key reforms based on its needs, including in the terms of the Ohrid Framework Agreement.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kathleen Kavalec
All of us in this Council must signal that enough is enough when it comes to secessionist rhetoric and corrupt backroom dealings.
Read More» Response to the Report of the OSCE Project Coordinator in Uzbekistan, Ambassador Pierre von Arx
Uzbekistan’s strong cooperation with the OSCE Project Coordinator across all three dimensions is commendable, and we encourage you to build on this solid foundation to expand your work even further.
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Response to the Report by ODIHR Director
I can’t stress enough how much the United States appreciates ODIHR’s quick action in Ukraine, both in support of the Moscow Mechanism Experts as well as ODIHR’s own human rights monitoring.
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The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
Russia is trying to erase their country from the map, destroying the work of past and present generations in the process. But Russia will fail. Ukraine will prevail.
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On Recent Armenian Deaths
The United States further remains committed to promoting a secure, stable, democratic, prosperous, and peaceful future for the South Caucasus.
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On Azerbaijan Releasing Eight Detained Armenians
The United States remains committed to promoting a secure, stable, democratic, prosperous, and peaceful future for the South Caucasus region.
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On Media Freedom in the Russian Federation
We once again call on Russia to live up to its commitments to human rights as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Now is the time for Russia to halt and reverse its build-up of troops along Ukraine’s borders & fulfill its longstanding commitments here at the OSCE.
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Response to the Presentations by the Chairs of the First-, Second-, and Third-Dimension Committees
The United States welcomes the distinguished representatives of the First-, Second-, and Third-Dimension Committees to the Permanent Council.
Read More» Statement on Political Prisoners In Belarus
We again call for the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners in Belarus.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia continues to threaten the security of not just Ukraine, but Europe as a whole, with its ongoing military escalation.
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Statement on Belarus Referendum
A non-transparent referendum is neither a viable – nor a credible – path forward for Belarus.
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On International Holocaust Remembrance Day
We reject Holocaust distortion, Holocaust denial, and other forms of antisemitism in word and deed.
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Joint Statement On Court Decisions To Liquidate Memorial In The Russian Federation
We are deeply disturbed by the Russian courts’ decision to forcibly dissolve International Memorial and the Memorial Human Rights Centre.
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Joint Statement on the Upcoming Constitutional Referendum In Belarus
Is Belarus intending to request ODIHR’s legal assessment of the proposed changes to the Belarusian constitution?
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Response to the Address by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi
The United States expresses its sincere condolences on the loss of life and injuries sustained during this month’s unrest in Kazakhstan.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
What happens in Ukraine is not only a matter of peace and security in the Donbas, or Ukraine, or even Europe.
Read More» Response to the Address by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Margareta Cederfelt
The United States also values the Assembly as a venue that challenges this community to address difficult issues.
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Response to the Opening Address by the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Poland Zbigniew Rau
The United States will work closely with the Polish Chairmanship to ensure that we find solutions to today’s challenges that are rooted in our commitments and principles
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The Politically Motivated Convictions of Belarusian Opposition Figures
The United States condemns the December 14 politically motivated convictions of Belarusian opposition figures.
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Statement on Political Developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States and Canada remain concerned by the ongoing political situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Read More» Statement on the 55th Round of the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
The United States regrets it was not possible to discuss all items on the GID agenda due to a walk-out by participants from Russia and the de facto authorities.
Read More» Right of Reply on the Death Penalty
The United States has a federal system of government, and executions are an issue that fall into either state or federal jurisdiction depending on the particularities of the case.
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Human Rights Day Statement
No region has a perfect record on human rights, and the OSCE region has its share of challenges.
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Response to the Address by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Peter Maurer
The ICRC’s courageous staff work around the globe to protect human dignity.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity are being threatened in an unprecedented way.
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Response to the Report by ODIHR Director Matteo Mecacci
Free and fair elections are essential for functioning democracies, and the impartial, highly professional approach ODIHR takes towards its election observation missions is internationally recognized.
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On the Summit for Democracy
On the Summit for Democracy As delivered by Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Elisabeth Rosenstock-Siller to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2021 Thank you, Madam Chair. Yesterday and today, coinciding with International Human Rights Day, President Biden is hosting a Summit for Democracy. As the OSCE has long recognized, democracy, the rule of law, …
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National Statement on the Statement of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs
The United States reiterates our strong support for the resumption of direct dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan under the auspices of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs.
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Statement on Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States unequivocally supports Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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On Combating Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
The United States strongly condemns crimes motivated by hatred and intolerance.The United States strongly condemns crimes motivated by hatred and intolerance.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Ukraine
Russia can accuse Ukraine of being the aggressor and it can accuse the United States of helping as much as it likes, but the reality is that Russia is the only perpetrator of this conflict.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We remain deeply concerned by evidence Russia has made plans for significant escalation against Ukraine.
Read More» Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch
The United States continues to support a sovereign, democratic Moldova, firmly anchored in Europe, secure within its internationally-recognized borders
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Joint Statement on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms | OSCE Ministerial Council
Still today, we see that the fight for freedom, justice and democracy is far from over, and that their defence requires our ongoing vigilance and principled action. The space for civil society and independent media is rapidly shrinking.
Read More» Suppression of Human Rights in Russia
The United States is deeply troubled by the ongoing suppression of human rights in Russia.
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Statement on Gender Equality and the International Day on Combating Violence Against Women
Today we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, which launches the “16 Days of Activism Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We remain deeply concerned by reports of unusual Russian military activity near Ukraine.
Read More» Response to the Special Representative and Coordinator on Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings, Val Richey
The United States welcomes OSCE Special Representative and Coordinator on Combating Trafficking in Human Beings Val Richey back to the Permanent Council.
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OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists on the Report of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
We remain deeply concerned by the targeting of women journalists, online and offline, and thankful to the RFoM and her staff for their continued focus on this important issue.
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Response to the Report of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
The United States takes freedom of the press seriously and is thankful for the invaluable role journalists play in a free society.
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Remarks to Participants of OSCE Briefing on the Extrabudgetary Project on combating corruption in South-Eastern Europe
Combating corruption is central to the OSCE’s mandate and the organization’s comprehensive view of security.
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Response to the Secretary General’s Thematic Report on Afghanistan
We definitely support the idea of the OSCE finding a way to use our mandate to be responsive to the situation that we see in Afghanistan.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States supports Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
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Statement in Response to the Minsk Group Co-Chairs, Personal Representative of the CIO on the Minsk Conference, and Head of the High-Level Planning Gr
We are committed to helping the sides find comprehensive solutions to all remaining issues related to or resulting from the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
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Joint Statement On The Situation In Belarus
Belarus must cease these actions, commit to regional stability, abide by international law, and reestablish good relations with its neighbors. This can be the only path forward.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We call on Russia to allow the SMM to fulfill its mandate and monitor throughout Ukraine.
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Response to the Address of the Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions
The suffering and hardships faced by people living in conflict-affected areas of Georgia have gone on for far too long.
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On Local Elections in Georgia
As a start, we urge Georgia’s leaders to enact and implement all the remaining reforms recommended by ODIHR, the Venice Commission, and other international experts.
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Joint Statement of the OSCE Group of Friends for Safety of Journalists
Violence and the threat of violence against journalists and other media actors are on the rise.
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Right of Reply to Belarus on the Invocation of the Vienna Mechanism on Belarus
It is unfortunate that we no longer have our Public Affairs Section or our USAID offices in Minsk, because these were opportunities for dialogue.
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Invocation of the Vienna Mechanism on Belarus
We remain deeply concerned by the Lukashenka regime’s continued repressive actions to silence dissent and crack down on civil society, as evidenced by decisions taken last week.
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Joint Statement on behalf of 35 OSCE states to invoke the Vienna Mechanism in relation to serious human rights violations in Belarus.
Since the publication of the Moscow Mechanism report, almost a year ago, the situation in Belarus has deteriorated.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Crimea-related sanctions will remain in place until Russia returns full control of the peninsula to Ukraine.
Read More» Response to the Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov
The United States strongly supports the independence and mandate of the office of the High Commissioner on National Minorities Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov.
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Welcome Remarks to the Group of Friends of Youth and Security as Group Co-Chair
Welcome Remarks to the Group of Friends of Youth and Security as Group Co-Chair As prepared for delivery by Chargé d’Affaires Courtney Austrian to the Group of Friends of Youth and Security October 29, 2021 Thank you, Ambassador Makeyev. Dear Special Representative Marbinah, Special Representative Karimi, Ambassador Valdés, invited guests, colleagues: The last year and a half has been extraordinarily challenging …
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Response on the Elections in Uzbekistan
The United States supports the people in Uzbekistan in exercising their right to vote in the October 24 presidential election.
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On Democracy and Democratic Elections in the OSCE Region
I wish to address an indispensable element of democracy – free and fair elections.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
If Russia has a dispute with Ukraine, it should be resolved diplomatically. The multinational SMM is not a bargaining chip.
Read More» Report by the Project Coordinator in Ukraine
We reiterate that the mandate of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine applies to the entirety of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders, including Crimea and Russia-controlled parts of eastern Ukraine.
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Report of the Chief Observer of the OSCE Observer Mission at the Russian Checkpoints of Gukovo and Donetsk
Russia and its proxies restrict civilian movement across the Line of Contact and between the territories controlled by Russia’s proxies themselves.
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On the Report on the Activities of the OSCE Chairperson-In-Office
The United States underscored our deep commitment to promote Holocaust education and remembrance and to combat anti-Semitism and other forms of hate
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On the 54th round of the Geneva International Discussions
The United States reiterates its strong support for Georgia’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally-recognized borders.
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On Awarding the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize to Journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov
The United States joins the other participating States who have spoken today in congratulating Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov for winning the 2021 Nobel Prize for Peace.
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Joint Statement on International Day of the Girl Child of the Group of Friends of Youth and Security
Girls are vital participants in securing our common security.
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Statement on the 21st Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security
We appreciate the women and men working to advance comprehensive security in the OSCE area in an inclusive manner.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We call on Russia and the forces it leads to immediately cease preventing the other SMM monitors.
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Closing Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting
The United States remains fully engaged in implementing its OSCE commitments on combating corruption and good governance.
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On Participation of the Private Sector, Civil Society, and Media in Efforts to Prevent and Combat Corruption and Enhance Good Governance
The United States firmly supports the OSCE’s active role to assist participating States in efforts to implement their anticorruption commitments.
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On the 30th Anniversary of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
It is an honor to represent the United States at this 30th anniversary celebration of the impressive contributions that ODIHR has made to the security of the OSCE region.
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Introductory Remarks at the EEDIM Side Event on “Women’s Leadership in Combating Conservation Crimes”
The United States is committed to combating biodiversity loss and conservation crimes.
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National Statement at the 2021 OSCE Mediterranean Conference
As the world seeks to recover from the ravages of the global COVID-19 pandemic, regional and global cooperation take on even greater importance.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year and has claimed more than 13,000 lives.
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Right of Reply to EU on Death Penalty
President Biden supports legislatively ending the death penalty at the federal level and incentivizing states to follow the federal government’s example.
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Response to the Report by the Special Rep. of the OSCE CiO in Ukraine and the TCG & the Chief Monitor of the OSCE SMM to Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea.
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The Role of Civil Society in the OSCE Region
In the OSCE’s region, some governments advance the falsehood that only by restricting human rights can societies ensure prosperity and security.
Read More» National Statement in Support of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs
The United States encourages Armenia and Azerbaijan to work closely with the co-chairs to advance the settlement process based on the principles enshrined in the Helsinki Final Act.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Rise of neo-Nazism in the OSCE area
The United States categorically condemns the glorification of Nazism and all modern forms of racism, xenophobia, discrimination, and related intolerance.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Rise of neo-Nazism in the OSCE area
We urge Russia to stop blocking HDIM so that we can all gather to honestly and constructively discuss the issues we all care about with each other and with civil society.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States deeply regrets the choice by the Russian Federation to block consensus on extension of the BOM’s mandate.
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Response to the Address by Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, H.E. Mr. Ruslan Kazakbaev
The United States looks to the Kyrgyz government to ensure an impartial and thorough investigation is conducted into Azimjon Askarov’s death.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation’s Claims of Foreign Interference in Duma Elections
Russia marginalized civil society activists, independent media, and opposition groups ahead of the elections.
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Russian Electoral Conditions Not Conducive to Free or Fair Duma Elections
We regret that the elections took place under conditions not conducive to free and fair proceedings.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation Defending ODIHR’s Election Methodology
The United States fully supports ODIHR’s independence and autonomy in reaching its professional conclusion.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year.
Read More» Response to the Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Center
Russia continues to occupy parts of Georgia, sustain the conflict it fomented in eastern Ukraine, and occupy and militarize the Crimean Peninsula.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia must cease its baseless and vindictive repression of the Crimean Tatar community.
Read More» The Lukashenka Regime’s Continuing Disregard for Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
We condemn the politically motivated conviction and shameful sentencing on September 6 of Belarusian democratic opposition figures Maria Kalesnikava and Maksim Znak.
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Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Russia’s irresponsible and destabilizing behavior not only threatens the security of its neighbors, but also the security of the wider OSCE region.
Read More» Response to the Report of the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Michael Davenport
The United States seeks peace, justice, and prosperity in a democratic Kosovo that is fully integrated into the international community and part of a free, resilient, and thriving Europe.
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Response to OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Margareta Cederfelt
We once again call upon Russia to finally join consensus on the procedural decisions regarding HDIM 2021.
Read More» Joint statement by the OSCE Women ambassadors’ network
We warmly welcome Austria as new FSC chair and are looking forward to engaging in constructive and fruitful discussions on the Women, Peace and Security Agenda (WPS) in this Forum, also leading up to the Ministerial Council in Stockholm.
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Joint Statement Human Dimension Implementation Meeting 2021
We deeply regret that consensus has not been reached on the three procedural decisions regarding the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting this year.
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On the Secretary General’s Statement on Afghanistan
The United States would like to express our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to all those OSCE participating states that helped with the evacuation.
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Concerns over Intensifying Repression in Russia Ahead of the September Duma Elections
We call on Russia’s authorities to end their repression of human rights defenders, political opponents, and independent journalists, and to respect the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all.
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Right of Reply to Russia on Enforced Disappearances
The United States is a country where the rule of law is paramount and where we hold those who violate the law accountable.
Read More» International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
The United States stands in solidarity with victims of the egregious crime of enforced disappearance and with the loved ones who live with the agony of their absence and the added pain of not knowing their whereabouts or fate.
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On the Report by the Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania
We would like to recognize and thank Albania for its strong international leadership in recent years.
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ASRC Statement on Transnational Threats: Current and Future Trends in the OSCE Area and Beyond
Efforts to counter transnational threats that do not respect human rights and fundamental freedoms ultimately foster conditions that enable these threats to proliferate.
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U.S. Statement at the Annual Security Review Conference Special Session on Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea. We reaffirm that Crimea is Ukraine.
Read More» Russia’s Continued Obstruction of the 2021 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting
Russia’s continued obstruction of the path to the 2021 HDIM unless its unilateral demands are met is not how a responsible participating State behaves.
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The Need for the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM)
It is vital that the 2021 HDIM is convened. The annual review of implementation of human dimension commitments is a core function of this organization.
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Migrants Irregularly Crossing from Belarus to Lithuania
The United States shares the concerns of our Lithuanian and European allies regarding the significant uptick in migrants and asylum seekers irregularly crossing from Belarus to Lithuania.
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Protecting the Integrity of OSCE’s Election Observation Methodology
The United States regrets that Russia’s restrictions resulted in ODIHR’s decision that it would be unable to effectively observe the Duma elections in September.
Read More» U.S. National Statement on the July 29 OSCE Minsk Group Statement
As a Co-Chair country of the Minsk Group, the United States condemns the recent escalation of violence along the international border between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
July 27 marked the first anniversary of the issuance and enactment of the Trilateral Contact Group’s (TCG’s) Additional Measures to Strengthen the Ceasefire.
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
This year’s theme for the World Day against Trafficking in Persons, “Victims’ Voices Lead the Way,” honors those who were subjected to human trafficking, with an emphasis on supporting, listening, and learning from those who survived this heinous crime.
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Recent Developments in Belarus
One year ago, the world witnessed the incredible strength and courage of the Belarusian people as hundreds of thousands gathered in squares across the country to peacefully protest authoritarianism and call for new free and fair elections.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, harm to its civilian populations, and political coercion are not confined to the Donbas region.
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The Seven Year Anniversary of the Downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17
Saturday marked seven years since Malaysia Airlines Flight #17 was shot down over Russia-controlled Donetsk in Ukraine by Russia-backed militants.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States and other participating States in this Chamber fully support Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
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Response to the Presentation by the Secretary General of the Gender Action Plan Annual Progress Report
The United States thanks you, Secretary General Schmid, for your first report to the Permanent Council on the implementation of the 2004 Action Plan on the Promotion of Gender Equality.
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On Moldova’s Parliamentary Elections
The United States welcomes Moldova raising this issue and congratulates the people of Moldova on their July 11th early Parliamentary elections.
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On the 26th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
We stand with the families of those who lost their loved ones and with those who tirelessly seek justice in their names.
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
The human rights situation in Belarus continues to deteriorate. The abuses and repression of pro-democracy activists, independent media, and civil society continue to grow.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We echo Special Representative Grau’s appeal to our Russian colleagues to resume a constructive approach to negotiations, which they abandoned more than a year ago.
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Response to the Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, H.E. Mr. Zbigniew Rau
We commend Polish Foreign Minister Rau’s focus on the OSCE’s guiding Helsinki Final Act principles and the Paris Charter.
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On July 5 Violence in Georgia
The attacks targeted civic activists, community members, and journalists who were peacefully exercising the rights guaranteed to them by Georgia’s Constitution
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On Continued Crackdown on Civil Society in Russia
In recent weeks Russia continued its relentless campaign against independent civil society, democracy advocates, media, and academic institutions.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2021
(…) in the Russian Federation, where when individuals or organizations bring such allegations to light, they themselves are then arrested and tortured.
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Marking the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2021
The United States condemns torture wherever and whenever it occurs and strongly urges governments to abide by their international obligations and end impunity.
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Early Parliamentary Elections in Armenia
The United States congratulates the people of Armenia on their June 20 Parliamentary elections.
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Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
The United States has long been committed to the prevention of, and accountability for, conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) as well as efforts to support and protect survivors.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
If Russia truly wants peace in Ukraine, it must cease impeding the work of the SMM and afford its monitors the full Freedom of Movement needed to fulfil their mandate.
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Response to the Report by the Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen
The United States appreciates Project Coordinator in Ukraine’s (PCU) continued focus on democratization and good governance in Ukraine.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, Ambassador John MacGregor
The United States welcomes you, Ambassador MacGregor, to the Permanent Council for the first time in your new role.
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On Shrinking Space for Civil Society in Russia
We condemn last night’s decision by a Moscow court to designate as “extremist” three organizations affiliated with imprisoned opposition figure Aleksey Navalny.
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
The repression and severe abuses against pro-democracy activists, independent media, members of the opposition, and civil society based on politically-motivated charges continue to grow.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As the principal driver of the conflict in eastern Ukraine trying to falsely cast itself as a “mediator,” Russia has a lot to hide.
Read More» Response to the Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities, Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov
High Commissioner Abdrakhmanov, welcome to the Permanent Council for the first time in your new role and thank you so very much for your thorough first report.
Read More» Response to the Presentation by the UN Women Deputy Executive Director, H.E. Ms. Åsa Regnér
We deeply value the Swedish Chair-in-Office’s efforts to mainstream gender equality into all our work across the OSCE’s three dimensions of security.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The violence propagated by Russia-led forces in eastern Ukraine not only costs the lives of Ukrainian Servicemembers—but led to the loss of more than 13,000 Ukrainians since Russia initiated this conflict in 2014.
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On the Report of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
The United States welcomes Teresa Ribeiro for her first report to the Permanent Council as the Representative on Freedom of the Media.
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Human Rights Concerns in Russia
The government of Russia continues to disregard its international obligations and OSCE commitments to respect and ensure the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association.
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On the Report of the Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
We are pleased to see the OSCE prioritize its work with Tajikistan, which Chairperson-in-Office Linde’s visit to Dushanbe earlier this month reinforced.
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On the Referendum on the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic
The United States notes the results of the national referendum on a new draft Kyrgyz Constitution held on April 11, 2021.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Human Rights Issues in U.S.
As President Biden stated, the police shooting of Daunte Wright in a suburb of Minneapolis is tragic, and an investigation into the incident is underway.
Read More» Response to the Report of the Director of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), Matteo Mecacci
Reading the ODIHR Annual Report, it is clear that even in the most challenging of times, ODIHR continues to ably assist the participating States in upholding human rights and democratic values.
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On Turkey’s Withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention
“Turkey’s sudden and unwarranted withdrawal from the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence, better known as the Istanbul Convention, is deeply disappointing.
Read More» On Recent Developments in Belarus
I look forward to the day when we will no longer need to raise pressing human rights challenges in Belarus in this chamber, but today is not that day.
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On Freedom of Assembly in Russia
We are concerned by the Russian government’s continued contempt for the rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of association.
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Right of Reply to Russia on “Mass and Systemic Violations of Human Rights in the United States”
My esteemed colleagues raised quite a litany of issues pertaining to the United States, all of which were clearly learned about from U.S. media sources, so it is at least hard to imagine that there are legitimate complaints about media freedom in the United States.
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
This month marks the beginning of the eighth year of Russian hostilities toward its sovereign neighbor.
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Right of Reply to Russia on the Selection of Third Dimension Topics
We support the Chairpersonship’s reliance on the Human Dimension Committee for this purpose as it is an efficient and transparent way of ensuring all 57 participating States are consulted at the same time about proposed topics.
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Call for New Dialogue to Lead to New Presidential Election in Belarus
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Statement on the 51st Round of the Geneva International Discussions (Conflict in Georgia)
Statement on the 51st Round of the Geneva International Discussions (Conflict in Georgia) As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. The United States welcomes the successful effort to convene the 51st round of the Geneva International Discussions in Geneva on December …
Read More» Human Rights Violations in Belarus
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Statement in Honor of International Human Rights Day
Statement in Honor of International Human Rights Day As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 11, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yesterday, December 10, was International Human Rights Day, marking the adoption of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Many of the human rights and …
Read More» Response to the Presentation of the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer
Response to the Presentation of the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States warmly welcomes you, President Maurer, to the Permanent Council, and thanks you for your comprehensive report. …
Read More» Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Ms. Marija Pejčinović Burić
Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Ms. Marija Pejčinović Burić As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Secretary General Pejčinović Burić, the United States welcomes you in your second appearance here at the OSCE’s Permanent Council. The …
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Chairmanship Statement on COVID-19
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U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In commemorating the International Day on the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the United States reaffirms its strong commitment to gender equality and eradicating …
Read More» Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 6, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. In respect for my colleagues time on a beautiful Friday, I will be brief but …
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Right of Reply to the Report under the Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus
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U.S. National Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation To Belarus
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Joint Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus
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Right of Reply on “Gross Violations of Human Rights in the USA” Raised by Russia
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Worsening Human Rights Situation in the Transnistrian Region of the Republic of Moldova
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Special Representative and Coordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings, Val Richey
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Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar on Defending and Promoting Rule of Law Principles
Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar on Defending and Promoting Rule of Law Principles Thirty years ago, our heads of state and government gathered in Paris and voiced one of the most critical tenets of our relations: “We undertake to build, consolidate, and strengthen democracy as the only system of government of our nations.” The …
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On the Case of Yuri Dmitriev
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Attacks on Freedom of Opinion and Expression of Media Freedom in Belarus
Statement to the Permanent Council
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On Illegal Checkpoints in the Transnistrian Region of Moldova During the COVID-19 Pandemic Outbreak
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council
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Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar: Combating Racism and Discrimination against the Roma and Sinti rights October 5, 2020 The United States appreciates the opportunity to address the issue of combating racism and discrimination against the Roma and Sinti at today’s webinar. While we regret that we were unable to meet at the Human Dimension Implementation …
Read More» On Developments in the Human Dimension in the OSCE Region
On Developments in the Human Dimension in the OSCE Region As delivered by Political Counselor Elisabeth Rosenstock-Siller to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 1, 2020 Mr. Chair, the United States deeply regrets that the ongoing CoViD-19 pandemic prevented us from convening in Warsaw for the annual Human Dimension Implementation Meeting. We look forward to doing …
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On the Unjust Detention of a U.S. Citizen in Belarus
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council
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Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar
Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar
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Press Release: The OSCE Invokes the Moscow Mechanism for Belarus
Press Release issued on September 17, 2020
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Joint Statement on Invoking the Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Serious Human Rights Violations in Belarus
Joint Statement by Belgium, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, the UK, and the United States
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On Recent Development in Belarus
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council
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Interpretative Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council
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On the Passing of Human Rights Defender Azimjon Azkarov
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Deputy Secretary of State Biegun’s Meetings in Vienna, Austria
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Call for Belarus to Uphold its OSCE Election-Related Commitments and Respect Human Rights
Statement by Deputy Secretary Stephen E. Biegun to the Special Permanent Council
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Statement to the Permanent Council
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On the 45th Anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council
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Intervention on Saving the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM)
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council on July 23, 2020
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Response to Greece’s Chairman of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council on July 23, 2020
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On Violations of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms in the Russian Federation
Statement delivered by Michael Gower, Public Affairs, at the 1275th Permanent Council.
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On the Address by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the July 16, 2020 Permanent Council.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council on July 16, 2020.
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Right of Reply by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the Permanent Council on July 9, 2020.
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On the 25th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the Permanent Council on July 9, 2020.
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On Recent Convictions of Human Rights Defenders in Turkey
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the Permanent Council on July 9, 2020.
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On the UK’s Global Human Rights Sanctions
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the Permanent Council on July 9, 2020.
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On the 2020 Trafficking in Persons Report
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on July 2, 2020 on the Trafficking in Persons Report
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On the International Day for Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
Statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III on June 18, 2020 at the Permanent Council.
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On the United States’ Commitment to Upholding Civil Rights on the Basis of Rule of Law
June 4, 2020 statement delivered at the Permanent Council by U.S. Ambassador James S. Gilmore III.
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PR: USOSCE Amb. Gilmore Expresses Support for President Trump and his Response to Civil Disturbances in the U.S.
Press Release, published June 2, 2020, on Ambassador Gilmore’s Support for President Trump and his Response to Civil Disturbances in the United States.
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Joint statement during the Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting
Joint Statement delivered by the Danish Mission on Addressing All Forms of Intolerance and Discrimination
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On the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB)
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on May 21, 2020 On IDAHOTB
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On Report by the OSCE Project Coordinator in Uzbekistan
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Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on May 14, 2020 in response to the Report by the ODIHR Director.
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Threats Against Russian Journalist Elena Milashina and the Suppression of her Work
Statement delivered at the April 30, 2020 Permanent Council on threats against Journalist Elena Milashina.
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Statement delivered at the April 30, 2020 Permanent Council regarding human rights’ protections during the pandemic.
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Response delivered at the April 30, 2020 to the Permanent Council in support of the statement by the Delegation of the UK.
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Press Briefing With U.S. Ambassador to the OSCE James Gilmore
Special Briefing at the Department of State Office of the Spokesperson in Washington, DC with the U.S. Ambassador to the OSCE James Gilmore III.
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Ongoing Human Rights Violations in the Russian Federation
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on ongoing human rights violations in the Russian Federation.
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Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to Report by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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On the Attack in the Chechen Republic against Elena Milashina and Marina Dubrovina
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the recent attack in the Chechen Republic, Russia.
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On Presentations by Economic and Environmental, and Human Dimension Committee Chairs
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Second and Third Committee Chairs’ presentations.
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Remembering their Names: Observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Statement observing the International Holocaust Remembrance Day at the Permanent Council on January 30, 2020.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered on January 16, 2020 at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine.
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On Opening Remarks by Chair-in-Office and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea.
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Response to the Three OSCE Committee Chairs
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council in response to the reports by the Three OSCE Committee Chairs.
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Response to OSCE Chief Monitor in Ukraine and the CiO’s Special Rep. to Ukraine
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Right of Reply to Russia on International Human Rights Day
Right of Reply delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Russian delegation.
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Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on International Human Rights Day
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Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on remarks by the Council of Europe Secretary General.
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Closing Remarks at the OSCE Ministerial Council Final Plenary Session
The U.S. closing statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council.
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Joint statement on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms delivered at the closing of the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia
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Assistant Secretary of State Robert Destro Meets in Solidarity with Civil Society in advance of OSCE Ministerial
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On Combating Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on on Combating Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
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