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December 30, 2020
Attacks on Yemeni Officials in Aden
The U.S. strongly condemns the December 30 attacks in Aden that killed civilians and wounded many others. We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and express our sympathies to the families of those killed.
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December 30, 2020
U.S.-Bahrain Strategic Dialogue
The United States-Bahrain Strategic Dialogue demonstrates the joint commitment of both countries to bolster their collective efforts to broaden and elevate their bilateral partnership.
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December 28, 2020
Iran: A Dangerous Regime
The United States supports the Iranian people’s struggle for human rights, democracy, and freedom. The regime’s greatest victims are the Iranian people. Regime elites squander the people’s resources and opportunities, while suppressing freedom and basic human rights.
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