News from April 2015


US criticizes Russia over lack of seriousness in Ukraine crisis resolution

In a recent address, the United States Mission to the OSCE expressed disappointment with the Russian Federation's stance on resolving the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.


President emphasizes unity on Holocaust Remembrance Day

Yom HaShoah serves as a reminder of our responsibilities to ourselves and future generations.


West African nations commit to supporting health services for high-risk groups against HIV

Government officials from all 15 ECOWAS member states have pledged to enhance health services for vulnerable populations in West Africa as part of the global effort to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.


U.S. Ambassador promotes Nebraska beef in Ghana

On April 8, United States Ambassador to Ghana, Gene A. Cretz, hosted a promotional dinner in Accra for U.S. beef.


U.S. reaffirms support on International Roma Day

Today, the international community observes International Roma Day, celebrating the Romani people's cultural heritage while acknowledging the challenges they face.


Menoufia University triumphs in U.S.-backed national practice court contest

Students and professors from seven Egyptian university law faculties participated in a national "practice arbitration" competition, supported by the American Bar Association (ABA) and the U.S. Embassy, on April 3 and 4, 2015.


US condemns Russian shutdown of Crimean Tatar media

The United States has expressed strong disapproval of Russia's actions in Crimea, particularly concerning the shutdown of Crimean Tatar media outlets.


U.S. Embassy condemns terrorist attacks in northern Sinai

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the terrorist attacks that occurred today in northern Sinai.