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December 24, 2020
Ortega Regime’s New Law Undermines Democracy
The Ortega regime further isolated itself in the Western Hemisphere by approving a law that could effectively prohibit Nicaraguans who stand for democracy from running for office in next year’s elections.
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December 24, 2020
New Virtual Presence Post for Western Sahara
Consistent with President Trump’s proclamation on recognizing the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Morocco over the Western Sahara, the State Department announces that it has begun the process to establish a U.S. consulate in the region.
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December 23, 2020
Humanitarian Response to Conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region
In addition to providing life-saving assistance, the U.S. and our international partners remain ready and willing to assist in dialogue and reconciliation and to stand with the people of the region to bring an end to the fighting and build a brighter future.
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