AMSTERDAM/NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–FEBRUARY 28, 2014 – Médecins Sans Frontières Holland (MSF) has been ordered by the Union Government of Myanmar to cease all activities in the country. MSF is deeply shocked by this unilateral decision and extremely concerned about the fate of tens of thousands of patients currently under MSF’s care[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014 – 12:25 P.M. EST MR. CARNEY:  Good afternoon, everyone.  Thanks for being here.  Before I take your questions let me just mention that, as you know, this afternoon, the President will unveil his “My Brother’s Keeper” initiative, taking action in partnership with foundations, businesses and others[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014 – 3:43 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you.  Everybody, please have a seat.  Well, good afternoon, everybody. AUDIENCE:  Good afternoon. THE PRESIDENT:  Welcome to the White House.  And thank you, Christian, for that outstanding introduction.  And thank you for cheering for the White Sox, which is[Read More…]

“There is too much at stake to play politics with our nation’s Iran policy. Likewise, Republicans should stop putting America’s veterans at risk and help Democrats pass the crucial legislation on the floor.” Washington, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014.  Nevada Senator Harry Reid spoke on the Senate floor today regarding the[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014.  With the assistance and apparent consent of the NSA, Britain’s spy agency GCHQ collected webcam images from the video chats of millions of innocent people, according to a report today by The Guardian. The dragnet surveillance program reportedly swept up the Yahoo video communications of many[Read More…]

“I’m reaching out to some of America’s leading foundations and corporations on a new initiative to help more young men of color facing especially tough odds to stay on track and reach their full potential.” – President Barack Obama, January 28, 2014 “There are a lot of kids out there[Read More…]

BELGIUM—(ENEWSPF)—February 27, 2014. REAR ADMIRAL JOHN KIRBY:  Good afternoon, everybody.  I’m Admiral John Kirby, press secretary for Secretary Hagel.  The secretary will open with a few remarks and then we’ll have time for just — for just a few questions after that.  And I’ll be moderating the questions. Mr. Secretary?[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014. SECRETARY KERRY: Good afternoon, everybody. It’s my great pleasure to welcome Foreign Minister Steinmeier of Germany to Washington this afternoon. And I’m really happy to be able to do this because the foreign minister and Chancellor Merkel gave me a terrific welcome and hosted me in[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014. Well, good morning, everybody. Excuse me. I’ve got a little allergies this morning, I think. I’m delighted to be here this morning for the second Human Rights report that I have issued as Secretary, and I’m particularly pleased to be here with our Acting Assistant Secretary[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 27, 2014. Index for Today’s Briefing UKRAINE Russia / Territorial Integrity / U.S. Supports People of Ukraine SYRIA Regime Actions against Delegates to the Geneva Talks EGYPT Detained Journalists / Media Freedom AZERBAIJAN Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict VENEZUELA Engagement through the OAS / U.S.-Venezuela Relationship INDIA Human Rights Report /[Read More…]