NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–25 November 2011. A United Nations panel today voiced deep concern about massive human rights violations in Syria, including the reported torture of children, as the Government’s violent crackdown against protesters continues. The UN Committee against Torture, which is concluding its 47th session in Geneva, has reviewed “numerous, consistent[Read More…]
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Statement by Vice President Biden on the Anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 25, 2011. Every year on November 25, we remember the millions of women affected by violence here in the United States and around the world. Violence against women undermines not only the safety and dignity of millions of women and girls, but also the health, economic stability, and[Read More…]
Statement by the White House Press Secretary on Recent Developments in Egypt
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 25, 2011. Since the start of the Arab Spring, the United States has spoken out for a set of core principles that have guided our response to events, including opposition to the use of violence and repression, defense of universal rights including the freedom of peaceful assembly, and[Read More…]
Statement by the NATO Secretary General on Missile Defence
BELGIUM –(ENEWPSF)–23 November 2011. The following statement is attributed to NATO Secretary General Andres Fogh Rasmussen: I have taken note of President Medvedev’s statement on missile defence. NATO’s missile defence system, which NATO Heads of State and Government agreed to develop last year at the Lisbon Summit, is designed to[Read More…]
WEEKLY ADDRESS: On Thanksgiving, Grateful for the Men and Women Who Defend Our Country
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 24, 2011. From my family to yours, I’d like to wish you a happy Thanksgiving. Like millions of Americans, Michelle, Malia, Sasha and I will spend the day eating great food, watching a little football, and reflecting on how truly lucky we truly are. As Americans, each of[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation — Thanksgiving Day, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2011. One of our Nation’s oldest and most cherished traditions, Thanksgiving Day brings us closer to our loved ones and invites us to reflect on the blessings that enrich our lives. The observance recalls the celebration of an autumn harvest centuries ago, when the Wampanoag tribe joined[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at the Pardoning of the National Thanksgiving Turkey
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2011. 10:40 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody! Well, it is wonderful to see all of you here today. Happy Thanksgiving, and welcome to the White House. Tomorrow is one of the best days of the year to be an American. It’s a day to count our[Read More…]
Statement by the White House Press Secretary on Bahrain
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2011. We welcome today’s report by the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry, which provides a thorough and independent assessment of events in Bahrain since protests first erupted in February. King Hamad’s decision to establish the Commission was a courageous one, and we commend him for it. We[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on the Signing of the GCC-Brokered Agreement in Yemen
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2011. I welcome today’s action by the Yemeni government and the opposition to sign a political agreement brokered by the Gulf Cooperation Council to form a government of national unity within 14 days and hold early presidential elections within 90 days. In particular, the United States welcomes[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Mark C. Toner, November 23, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2011. Index for Today’s Briefing YEMEN Agreement for Transfer of Power in Yemen / Commend Gulf Cooperation Council Not able to Confirm Reports that Saleh will Travel to U.S. for Medical Treatment U.S. Contact with Yemini Government and Opposition Path Forward for Yemeni People / Urge Peaceful,[Read More…]
