What is the Kremlin afraid of? Why is the Kremlin silencing Russia’s own civil society? Read More»
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. Read More»
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. Read More»
Human Rights Day Statement
No region has a perfect record on human rights, and the OSCE region has its share of challenges. 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. Read More»
Deteriorating Human Rights Situation in Russia
In recent months, the Kremlin intensified its efforts to suppress independent voices and viewpoints, including those of members of civil society organizations, human rights defenders, independent journalists, political opposition members, and believers belonging to religious minority communities. 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 ... Read More»
Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar
Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar Read More»
Farewell Remarks by Ambassador Daniel Baer | Statement to the PC
Defending universal values — making them real in the world — isn’t a diplomat’s burden to bear. It is our honor to pursue. Read More»
Ongoing Violations of Freedom of Expression in Russia | Statement to the PC
Ongoing Violations of Freedom of Expression in Russia | Statement to the PC As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Kate M. Byrnes to the Permanent Council, Vienna January 19, 2017 The United States is concerned about the December 28 decision by Chechnya’s Supreme Court to uphold the conviction of Zhalaudi Geriev, a local independent ... Read More»
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