Kabul, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. PRESIDENT KARZAI: (Via interpreter) In the name of God, the most merciful, the most compassionate, dear media members both Afghan and foreign, welcome to our press conference today. We are here to be a very and most welcome His Excellency Secretary Kerry to come to Afghanistan.[Read More…]
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White House Press Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest, March 25, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013 – 1:23 P.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. Or, shalom, to those of you who were on the trip with us last week. It’s nice to see you all. I don’t see many people who were on the trip. Only a couple, actually. (Laughter.) [Read More…]
Statement from President Obama on Passover
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. As we prepare for our fifth Seder in the White House, Michelle and I send our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Passover here in America, in the State of Israel, and around the world. Tonight, Jewish families will gather with family and friends to celebrate[Read More…]
President Obama Designates Five New National Monuments
National Monuments Will Generate Tourism and Economic Benefits for Local Economies, Honor African-American History, Mark Delaware’s first National Park Site WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. President Obama today signed proclamations establishing five new national monuments, using his authority under the Antiquities Act, which celebrate our nation’s rich history and natural heritage.[Read More…]
State Department Background Briefing by Senior Administration Officials En Route to Kabul, March 25, 2013
En Route to Kabul–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL ONE: Thanks, [Moderator]. Let me just try to, in a few minutes, kind of give a broad overview of the trip, and then we’ll get into more detailed Q&As. But obviously, as you all know, Secretary Kerry came to this position[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at a Naturalization Ceremony for Active Duty Service Members and Civilians
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013 – 11:36 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) Well, good morning, everybody. Secretary Napolitano, thank you for administering the oath and making it official. Director Mayorkas, distinguished guests, family and friends, it is a great pleasure to have you here at the White[Read More…]
Bahrain: Medical Ethics Conference Canceled
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. The international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has been forced to cancel a conference on medical ethics due to take place in Bahrain in April because of a lack of assurances from authorities, MSF announced yesterday. The conference was to be held[Read More…]
Press Availability by Secretary of State Kerry in Baghdad, Iraq, March 24, 2013
Baghdad, Iraq–(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2013. SECRETARY KERRY: Good afternoon. As-Salāmu `Alaykum. I’m glad to be here with all of you, and it’s a pleasure for me to be able to be back in Iraq. I haven’t been able to be here for a little bit of time now, so the difference[Read More…]
Senate Unanimously Passes Kirk Amendment on Euro Loophole in Iran Sanctions Policy
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 23, 2013. The United States Senate early this morning sent a strong message to the European Union (EU) on Iran, unanimously passing an amendment supporting efforts to block Iran’s access to its foreign exchange reserves and limit the ability of designated Iranian entities like the Central Bank of[Read More…]
Readout of Secretary Hagel’s Call with President Karzai, March 23, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 23, 2013. Pentagon Press Secretary George Little provided the following readout: Secretary Hagel spoke with Afghan President Karzai this morning about an agreement reached today to transfer the detention facility in Parwan to the sovereign control of Afghanistan on Monday. The agreement follows an intensified round of discussions[Read More…]
