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President Obama Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel hold a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office, Sept. 30, 2013.(Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) Today President Obama held a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. President Obama commended the Prime Minister for entering into good-faith negotiations with the Palestinian Authority with the […]

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Applying for Health Insurance Just Got Easier

On October 1, millions of Americans will have a simple new way to get affordable health coverage: the Health Insurance Marketplace.   With one application, you’ll be able to compare all your coverage options side-by-side, learn if you can get lower costs based on your income, and enroll in a plan that fits your needs […]

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Secretary-General Condemns Murder of Students in Nigeria, Calls for Preventive Steps to Protect Civilians

  The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The Secretary-General strongly condemns the murder yesterday of more than 40 students and the wounding of several others by gunmen at the College of Agriculture in Gujba, Yobe State, northeastern Nigeria.  He extends his condolences to the families of the bereaved […]

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Here’s How a Government Shutdown Hurts the American People

If the United States government shuts down tonight and our economy takes a hit, it will be because House Republicans let it happen. Instead of allowing a simple yes or no vote on a bill that funds the government for a few more weeks, the government that these Republicans were elected to serve will close down. […]

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President Obama: Congress Needs to Keep Our Government Open

President Barack Obama delivers remarks on the budget negotiations, in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Sept. 30, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) If Congress does not fulfill its responsibility to pass a budget today, much of the United States government will be forced to shut down […]

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Secretary-General Welcomes Support Expressed at High-level Meeting on Central Asia for United Nations Efforts in Region

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The Secretary-General welcomes the High-level Meeting on Central Asia held today at United Nations Headquarters.  The meeting was chaired by the Deputy Secretary-General, with the participation of countries of Central Asia and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Asia […]

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Weekly Address: Averting a Government Shutdown and Expanding Access to Affordable Healthcare

In this week’s address, President Obama says that on October 1st, a big part of the Affordable Care Act will go live and give uninsured Americans the chance to buy the same quality, affordable health care as everyone else. It is also the day when some Republicans in Congress might shut down the government just […]

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Rule of Law Should Guide Relations between Global Institutions, as Well as Nations, Secretary-General Tells Non-Aligned Movement

  Following are UN Secretary-General’s remarks at the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial Meeting on Cooperation for the Rule of Law at the International Level, in New York on 27 September: I am pleased to attend this Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement.  I commend the Islamic Republic of Iran for its leadership, and for bringing […]

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Secretary-General Urges Guinea Citizens to Ensure Peaceful, Credible Elections

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The Secretary-General welcomes the inter-Guinean dialogue leading to the holding of legislative elections tomorrow, 28 September.  He congratulates the people of Guinea, its Government and political leaders for their commitment to a consensual and peaceful electoral process.  He expresses appreciation for the […]

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Weekly Address: Averting a Government Shutdown and Expanding Access to Affordable Healthcare

In this week’s address, President Obama says that on October 1st, a big part of the Affordable Care Act will go live and give uninsured Americans the chance to buy the same quality, affordable health care as everyone else. It is also the day when some Republicans in Congress might shut down the government just […]

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