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United with Ukraine [July–September 2023]

Check out our latest coverage of the developments in Ukraine and the U.S. response.
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Clinton’s portrait joins a gallery of secretaries of state

Discover how the portraits of U.S. secretaries of state, from the 1700s to today, were shaped by U.S. values and evolving art traditions.
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Music diplomacy: Helping to ‘see each other’s humanity’

The U.S. sends musicians abroad each year. Learn about this music diplomacy, which began with 1950s jazz heroes and continues today.
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U.S. strategy to address causes of migration shows results

The U.S. Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America is already improving people's lives. Learn more here.
Wide view of President Biden speaking to the United Nations General Assembly (© Richard Drew/AP)

At U.N., Biden calls for cooperation, resilience and peace

Speaking at the U.N. General Assembly, President Biden urged countries to work together toward a safer, more prosperous and equitable world.
Dirt road leading into a town in Madagascar (Power Africa)

Delivering clean power to rural Madagascar

Power Africa is enabling people in rural Madagascar to reopen businesses or simply watch TV. See how this partnership is improving lives.
People looking at empty hospital bed (© Lewis Madanick/COIL)

Coming to terms with war trauma in Ukraine

Medical specialists from Ukraine visited hospitals in the United States to share insights into treating people injured in war.
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Partnership in action: The U.S.-Pakistan Green Alliance framework

The U.S.-Pakistan Green Alliance tackles the most pressing environmental problems. Learn more about this historic collaboration here.
Antony Blinken speaking (© Cliff Owen/AP)

Blinken: Partnerships are America’s ‘greatest strategic asset’

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says partnerships are vital for solving modern challenges and a source of strength for the United States.