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Representing the United States at the United Nations

The U.S. Mission to the United Nations (USUN) serves as the United States’ delegation to the United Nations. In 1947, USUN was created by an act of Congress to assist the President and the Department of State in conducting United States policy at the United Nations.

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    Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Interview with Ryan Heath on Politico’s “Global Insider”...

    16 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    We’re dealing with climate. We’re dealing with the pandemic. You mentioned cyber. Cyber is a huge, huge issue for us. But there are roiling humanitarian…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting on Small Arms and Light Weapons

    16 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    The Security Council maintains a unique set of tools to combat the illicit trade of small arms and light weapons, but sanctions and arms embargoes…

    MEDIA ADVISORY:  Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield to Hold Hybrid UN Press Briefing Highlighting U.S....

    16 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    MEDIA ADVISORY:  Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield to Hold Hybrid UN Press Briefing Highlighting U.S. Participation and Priorities at UNGA76 

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Humanitarian Situation in Syria

    15 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    The only solution is a political solution, in line with Resolution 2254, which represents the only sustainable path to the peace and prosperity the Syrian…

    Explanation of Vote on the Mandate Renewal of UNSMIL

    15 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    In its report delivered to the Security Council, the Independent Strategic Review team recommended that the Head of Mission be relocated to Tripoli, as a…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on South Sudan

    15 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    The safety and wellbeing of children is also a deep concern as the conflict in Tambura could lead to an increase of gender-based violence, including…

    Statement by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on the International Day of Democracy

    15 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    On the International Day of Democracy, we reflect upon and rededicate ourselves to the principles of democracy, both here in the United States and around…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Sudan

    14 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    In addition to protecting civilians, the government must hold accountable those responsible for perpetrating human rights abuses and violations. So, the United States welcomes the government’s initiative…

    Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at the Abraham Accords One-Year Anniversary Event

    13 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    Peace begets peace and friendships begets relationships. And that is what we are here to commemorate and to honor today. So, thank you ambassadors. Thank…

    Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield Announcing Nearly $64 Million in Humanitarian Assistance...

    13 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    So today, I am proud to announce that the United States is providing nearly $64 million in new humanitarian assistance. This new funding will support…

    Statement by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on the 20th Anniversary of the September 11th...

    11 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    Today we honor the nearly 3,000 people, from the United States and 90 countries across the globe, who were taken from us on September 11,…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Libya

    10 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    It is time for this Council to live by its words. Council members must support the implementation of – and abide by – the ceasefire…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Yemen

    10 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    While this work is important and is needed, only a durable peace agreement can begin to help reverse the dire humanitarian crisis, which is the…

    Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on Afghanistan

    9 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    If a new Afghan government upholds its commitments and obligations, brings greater stability to the country and region, demonstrates real inclusion, and protects the gains…

    UN Security Council Press Statement Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks

    9 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    So, today, the members of the Security Council re-commit to the words set forth in the Charter of the United Nations to “save succeeding generations…

    Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield during a Visit of the UN Security Council to the 9/11 Memorial...

    9 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    Over 90 countries, including some of us here today, lost citizens on that day. And I hope that we can use this occasion to reflect…

    U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield Leads UN Security Council Visit to the...

    9 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    This morning, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield led the United Nations Security Council on a visit to the National September 11th Memorial and Museum to commemorate the…

    Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a UN Security Council Open Debate on Peacekeeping and...

    8 September, 2021 | Highlights, Remarks and Highlights

    Transitions are only successful if they are supported by committed and accountable host governments, and we appreciate the Government of Sudan’s reform efforts. But we remain very concerned about the intercommunal…

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