US State Department
ON THE RECORD · 38 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“Political reconciliation talks between the interim Venezuelan government and 2015 National Assembly representatives are producing tangible reforms in civil liberties and political rights, laying the groundwork for credible elections and a democratic transition,”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-18
The US State Department issued a statement praising a third round of talks between the Rodriguez government and the opposition.
“criminal violence by any party”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-17
The State Department criticised Friday's attack on Levine with a cautious tone, condemning criminal violence by any party.
“This is OUR hemisphere”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
The state department posted a picture of Trump above the slogan the day after Maduro was brought to the US.
“US law prohibits arms sales to China and there is no offer or plan to sell arms to China.”
state department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-28
The state department responded after Perdue's interview by stating that US law prohibits arms sales to China.
“The Trump Administration formally withdrew from the UN Human Rights Council following the Council’s consistent failures to uphold its own 'values' as it pushes anti-American rhetoric and antisemitism, all while it appeases repressive regimes, thus making a mockery of the very 'rights' it claims to protect,”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-21
A State Department official explained the Trump Administration's withdrawal from the UN Human Rights Council while rejecting a UN report's findings.
“do not give credibility”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-21
A State Department official rejected the findings of a UN report on U.S. strikes in Iran that caused civilian casualties.
“As such, we do not give credibility to findings [sic] this report.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-21
A State Department official rejected the findings of a UN report concluding the U.S. committed a war crime in strikes on Iran.
“They have also been sexually assaulted, injured or robbed while under the influence of these substances.”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The advisory indicated that people have been sexually assaulted, injured or robbed while under the influence of substances like ayahuasca.
“kidnapping in Peru, which could lead to prolonged detentions for ransom, [is] relatively uncommon but remains a notable security concern. … Visitors should remain aware of their surroundings.”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The State Department added that kidnapping in Peru is relatively uncommon but remains a security concern.
“often happen even in daylight hours and with many witnesses around.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-09
Officials warned that violent crimes often happen even in daylight hours.
“The risk of crime increases at night,”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The Sept. 4 advisory noted that the risk of crime increases at night.
“risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Peru.”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The State Department warning noted a risk of terrorist violence in Peru.
“U.S. citizens have suffered serious illness and, in some cases, died after taking these drugs,”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The advisory indicated that U.S. citizens have suffered serious illness or died after taking certain drugs.
“Criminal groups sometimes set up roadblocks to rob people in areas outside of Lima.”
State Department · said 2026-09-04 · reported 2026-09-09
The Sept. 4 advisory warned that criminal groups set up roadblocks outside of Lima.
“petty theft, carjackings, muggings, assaults, and other violent crime”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-09
Officials warned of risks of various violent crimes in Peru.
“tracking the plans closely.”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-08
A US State Department official said Washington was tracking the UK's planned trade restrictions on Israeli settlements.
“There is no higher priority for us than the safety of American citizens,”
State Department · said 2026-08-29 · reported 2026-08-30
The State Department prioritized American safety following deadly flash flooding in the Nepal-Tibet border region.
“standing with the people of Nepal”
State Department · said 2026-08-29 · reported 2026-08-30
The State Department expressed solidarity with Nepal following severe flooding in the region.
“with little to no notice,”
U.S. State Department · said 2026-08-26 · reported 2026-08-30
The travel advisory noted that movement restrictions for U.S. government employees in Israel could be imposed abruptly.
“Violence can occur without warning,”
U.S. State Department · said 2026-08-26 · reported 2026-08-30
The State Department warned travelers about unpredictable violence in an updated travel advisory for Israel.
“$3.6 million worth of life-saving humanitarian assistance, including up to three months of emergency food assistance to up to 10,000 flood-affected households.”
State Department · said 2026-08-29 · reported 2026-08-30
The State Department announced emergency humanitarian aid for thousands of flood-affected households in Nepal.
“are working closely to assist Americans and support disaster relief efforts.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-29
The US State Department announced disaster relief and assistance efforts for Americans affected by the flooding.
“prevent the entry of foreign nationals who would take welfare and public benefits.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
The State Department explained the rationale behind pausing immigrant visa adjudications.
“Areas with transnational criminal organizations have much higher rates of violent crime,”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
The State Department issued a travel advisory warning of violent crime in parts of Ecuador.
“Help from local authorities [and] the U.S. government may be very limited in remote areas, causing delays.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
The State Department cautioned that emergency assistance may be limited in remote areas of Ecuador.
“Most of Ecuador's land is empty and remote, especially outside big towns and cities,”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
The State Department noted the remote nature of much of Ecuador's territory outside major towns and cities.
“U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents have been victims of kidnapping and extortion.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
The State Department warned that U.S. citizens have fallen victim to kidnapping and extortion in Ecuador.
“capital of 21st century communism”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20
A State Department report labeled Cuba the 'capital of 21st century communism' and named DSA among groups it said helped sustain pro-Cuba activism.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones on their loss.”
U.S. State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
The State Department extended condolences to the families of the Americans killed in the crash.
“The Trump Administration has no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans,”
U.S. State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
The State Department commented on the priority of American safety following the crash.
“As a cornerstone of this renewed partnership, the United States, working with Congress, intends to announce $1 billion in assistance as part of a security package to support President de la Espriella’s Administration in achieving our shared goals,”
US State Department · said 2026-08-07 · reported 2026-08-08
The State Department announced plans for $1 billion in security assistance to de la Espriella's administration pending congressional approval.
“massive and uncontrolled arrival of migrants from Morocco to Ceuta may lead to unpredictable and dangerous security situations.”
U.S. State Department · said 2026-08-01 · reported 2026-08-02
The U.S. State Department raised its Travel Advisory for Ceuta to Level 3 in response to the migrant surge.
“Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise caution and heightened vigilance and should be prepared for flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions,”
State Department · said 2026-08-01 · reported 2026-08-01
The State Department issued security guidance advising Americans in the Middle East to exercise caution and prepare for travel disruptions.
“Some airlines in the region have postponed resumption of earlier flight schedules; others have cancelled some routes. Americans in the region should consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation.”
State Department · said 2026-08-01 · reported 2026-08-01
The State Department warned that some airlines had cancelled routes and urged Americans to consider departing the region.
“Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or at locations associated with the United States and Americans throughout the world.”
U.S. State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-22
The U.S. State Department issued a new warning to Americans about potential targeting by Iran and Iran-aligned groups.
“Beijing’s rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern to the region and the world,”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-06
The US State Department expressed concern over China's rapid nuclear weapons buildup.
“to engage in meaningful arms control discussions.”
US State Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-06
The US State Department urged China to engage in meaningful arms control discussions.
“arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans.”
State Department · said date not stated · reported 2025-07-21
The US State Department maintains a travel advisory warning Americans about travel to China.