Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
SHOWN IN THE OVAL OFFICE: Proof of Persecution in South Africa
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
SHOWN IN THE OVAL OFFICE: Proof of Persecution in South Africa
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
President Trump always brings the receipts.
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Marco Rubio Before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on the FY26 Department of State Budget Request on May 20, 2025.
Full remarks: https://www.state.gov/secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-before-the-senate-committee-on-foreign-relations-on-the-fy26-department-of-state-budget-request/
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
“In this world events happen quickly, and we have to be able to move at the pace of relevance.” — Secretary of State Marco Rubio to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (May 20, 2025) on reforms at the State Department
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
The White House
Source: US Coast Guard (video statements)
The following priorities will guide transformation through Force Design 2028:
– A More Agile, Capable, Responsive Fighting Force: We will grow and develop the force structure and operating concepts required to execute and support Coast Guard mission.
– Contracting and Acquisition Reform: We will reform Coast Guard acquisitions to rapidly provide capabilities required to execute our missions.
– Deployment of Cutting-Edge Technology: We will exploit technology at every turn to enhance mission execution and support.
– Relentless Effectiveness, Maximum Return on Investment: We will eliminate non-mission critical or obsolete programs.
As FD 2028 drives the changes needed to transform the Coast Guard, it is focused on our four campaigns: People, Organizational Design, Contracting and Acquisition, and Technology.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Cyril Ramaphosa on a working visit to the United States of America
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
“We still will provide more foreign aid, more humanitarian support than the next 10 countries combined. Than the entire OECD and far more than China. ” — Secretary of State Marco Rubio to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on May 20, 2025
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
First Lady of the United States Melania Trump welcomed children to the White House with a patriotic arts and crafts activity in the Kennedy Garden as part of the White House’s annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day celebration.
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio testifies before the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs on the FY26 Department of State Budget Request on Capitol Hill, on May 21, 2025.
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Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. On behalf of the American people we promote and demonstrate democratic values and advance a free, peaceful, and prosperous world.
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Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio testifies before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on the FY26 Department of State Budget Request on Capitol Hill, on May 21, 2025.
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Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. On behalf of the American people we promote and demonstrate democratic values and advance a free, peaceful, and prosperous world.
The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President’s chief foreign affairs adviser. The Secretary carries out the President’s foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service and U.S. Agency for International Development.
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Source: US Army (video statements)
For 250 years the Army has been critical not just in the defense of the nation, but also in its formation and stability. Check out the third in this four-part series as we look back through the history of the Army.
by Army Multimedia and Visual Information Division
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
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Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala met with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, Andrej Plenkovic, on 20 May at the WTO. They discussed current trade challenges and shared concerns about the effects on the global economy. They emphasized the crucial role of the multilateral trading system, the need for reform of the WTO, and the importance of dialogue and negotiated outcomes at times of tension.
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Watch PMQs with British Sign Language (BSL) – https://youtube.com/live/tTf8vqNJCjY
Prime Minister’s Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine ‘open question’ from an MP about the Prime Minister’s engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Prime Minister’s Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine ‘open question’ from an MP about the Prime Minister’s engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements-2)
Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi briefs the Media on HIV Funding
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
President Trump announced the Golden Dome missile defense shield to protect the homeland from advanced missile threats.
Included in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, this project aims to ensure American security. Congress must pass the bill and send it to the President’s desk.
Source: US Army (video statements)
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
We haven’t forgotten the threat posed by Jihadis. 10 more were permanently removed from the battlefield in Somalia yesterday.
That brings the total to over 100 bloodthirsty terrorists killed since President Trump was sworn in.
WWFY/WWKY: We will find you, and we will kill you.
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
The White House hosted a packed day of fun for “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day”—from hands-on activities across the grounds to a special press briefing with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. SO MUCH FUN!
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
BREAKING: President Trump announces the ‘Golden Dome,’ a cutting-edge missile defense shield to protect the homeland.
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio testifies before the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs on the FY26 Department of State Budget Request on Capitol Hill, on May 20, 2025.
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
The White House
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements)
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#ICYMI: We had the opportunity to attend the 150th #PreaknessStakes at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. From flyovers to carrying the Woodlawn Vase, service members from across the armed forces showed up to support the day’s events.
#military #usa #departmentofdefense
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Source: United Nations (Video News)
Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
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Highlights:
Security Council
ECOSOC
World Health Organization
Cyprus
Occupied Palestinian Territory
Lebanon/Israel
Yemen
Libya
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Haiti
Afghanistan
International Labour Organization
World Bee Day
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SECURITY COUNCIL
This morning, the Security Council held a meeting on Maintenance of international peace and security: Strengthening maritime security through international cooperation for global stability. Briefing Council members, the Secretary-General noted that today’s debate shines a light on a fundamental fact: Without maritime security, there can be no global security. But maritime spaces are increasingly under strain, he said, from both traditional threats and emerging dangers, adding that no region is spared and that the problem is getting worse.
The Secretary-General said that looking ahead, action is needed in three key areas. First — respect for international law, second — we need to intensify efforts to address the root causes of maritime insecurity, and third — throughout, we need partnerships, involving everyone with a stake in maritime spaces.
He called on all to take action to support and secure maritime spaces, and the communities and people counting on them.
ECOSOC
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Operational Activities for Development Segment opens today. The three-day meeting will focus on activities of the United Nations development system (UNDS) and will include a high-level dialogue with the Secretary-General at 3 pm today. We’ll share his remarks with you.
Tomorrow morning, the Deputy Secretary-General will present the annual report on the work of the Development Coordination Office and the Resident Coordinator system. The report highlights the critical role of the revitalized Resident Coordinator system in making the UN development system more effective, efficient and responsive, to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The full report and its interactive version are available on the UNSDG website (unsdg.un.org) and the meeting will be webcast on UN Web TV.
Full Highlights:
https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=20%20May%202025
Source: United Nations (Video News)
Briefing by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on strengthening maritime security through international cooperation for global stability – Security Council, 9919th meeting.
Source: International Monetary Fund – IMF (video statements)
Despite stronger-than-expected performance last year, Sub-Saharan Africa now faces global uncertainty and reduced external funding, slowing growth to 3.8% in 2025. With limited fiscal space and elevated debt levels, countries must prioritize domestic revenue mobilization, spending efficiency, and ambitious reforms to build resilience against future economic shocks. IMF African Department Director Abebe Aemro Selassie shares three key messages from the latest economic outlook for sub-Saharan Africa. https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/REO/SSA/Issues/2025/04/25/regional-economic-outlook-for-sub-saharan-africa-april-2025?cid=sm-com-ig-SM2025-REOAFREA2025001