The U.S. Government Designates Individuals and Entities in the Western Balkans for Corruption and Malign Activities

November 16, 2023 WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated eight individuals and six entities pursuant to Western Balkans-related Executive Order (E.O.) 14033 and Russia-related E.O. 14024. In a coordinated action, the U.S. Department of State also designated two individuals and 12 entities pursuant to E.O. 14024. …

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Statement by spokesperson Matthew Miller – Countering Corruption and Russian Malign Influence in the Western Balkans

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SPOKESPERSON MATTHEW MILLER November 16, 2023 Countering Corruption and Russian Malign Influence in the Western Balkans Today, the Department of State is designating two individuals and 12 entities from the Western Balkans connected to Russia’s malign influence in the region and the …

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More Ukrainian grain delivered worldwide via U.N. deal

The U.N.’s Black Sea Grain Initiative has delivered more than 32 million metric tons of Ukrainian foodstuffs to help many of the world’s most needy. The deal also has helped to lower global food prices. “This critical work is done against the backdrop of the ongoing war and active hostilities,” Stéphane Dujarric, spokesperson for the …

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Presidential Proclamation — Travel From Europe

Frequently Asked Questions from American Citizens regarding March 11 and March 14 Presidential Proclamations 1.      Q: I am a U.S. citizen in Europe. Do the March 11 and March 14 Presidential Proclamations prevent me from returning to the United States? A: No. The restrictions do not apply to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. For the most …

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