The US Embassy in Khartoum destroys the passports of "Sudanese and other third country nationals" in drawdown protocol.

Climate change does not respect borders. washingtonpost.com/weather/2023/0…

No one deserves to live in fear of persecution or death b/c of who they are or who they love. Sen. Tammy Baldwin & I urged Department of State and USAID to protect Uganda's LGBTQI+ community after Uganda’s draconian anti-LGBTQI+ bill was signed into law. booker.senate.gov/news/press/boo…

Administrator Samantha Power will travel to Kenya 🇰🇪 and Tanzania 🇹🇿 next week to reinforce the United States’ longstanding and continued commitment to both countries. More information her upcoming trip at the link below. usaid.gov/news-informati…

The U.S. is proud to announce nearly $172M in humanitarian assistance to the millions in Sudan and neighboring countries receiving refugees fleeing the violence. This brings U.S. humanitarian assistance to Sudan and neighbors to more than $550M since the beginning of FY 2023.

Breathtaking events in Russia, & my team & I have been up most of the night watching history unfold. While we’re still watching events in real time, a few things are clear:

“Come on “High School Musical!”” 😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣

Spoke to Nigerien President Bazoum. I conveyed our support for the democratically elected President of Niger. The U.S. condemns efforts to subvert Niger’s constitutional order by force, and underscores that our partnership depends on the continuation of democratic governance.

My statement on Niger:

May we not put our faith in any one individual alone, but instead believe in the promise and hope of America. May we do what is necessary to protect this nation, improve this nation, and pass on to future generations a country even more worthy of their faith and allegiance.

Met with members of the Economic Community of West African States to discuss the complex political crisis in Niger. We support ECOWAS’ efforts to restore constitutional order and urge the immediate release of President Bazoum.

‘Liberia’s government budget is less than Georgetown University’s, and this is a country of (5) millions of people.’ We have to understand the constraints African governments face when discussing recent coups. Thought provoking discussion w/ Ken Opalo and Kamissa Camara

Well deserved. Even from behind bars Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi hasn’t stopped advocating for human rights and gender equality. We continue to call for her release and the release of all other Iranians being held by the regime simply for exercising their human rights.

Truly horrible & horrific day for Palestinians & Israelis given massive loss of life on both sides. It's obvious but sadly still needs to be said--attacks on civilians are always wrong, regardless of identity of the perpetrator or victim. A few additional thoughts... 🧵

BREAKING: Israel has used white phosphorus in military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, putting civilians at risk of serious and long-term injuries. White phosphorus causes excruciating burns and can set homes afire. Its use in populated areas is unlawful. trib.al/FscpF3H

Four straight minutes of “what can be, unburdened by what has been.” It’s incredible. I had no idea she used it this much.

Is there a crisis at the southern border? More like 10 of them. Our new video explains how a perfect storm of circumstances led to a breakdown in immigration policy.

Crowdstrike and Microsoft: What has caused a worldwide IT outage?   The BBC’s Esther Kahumbi explains.