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On 8888 anniversary, U.S. honors Burma’s push for democracy
The August 8, 1988, uprising continues to inspire calls for democracy in Burma. The United States has long supported Burma's democratic aspirations.
U.S., international partners support Burma’s path to democracy [rolling updates]
The United States and partner nations support the Burmese people's calls for democracy. Learn more about efforts to deter human rights violations in Burma.
Democratic partners condemn crackdown in Belarus
The United States and partner nations have sanctioned Belarusian officials in an effort to deter the regime's human rights violations.
Nations support U.S. holding Russia to account
The U.S. is sanctioning Russian intelligence and others for malign activities, including attempting to undermine the 2020 U.S. election.
U.S. and international partners target Beijing’s Uyghur oppression
The United States and international partners are sanctioning Chinese government officials for violating rights of Uyghurs and other minorities in Xinjiang.
U.S. sanctions Burmese officials for attacks on protesters
The United States is imposing sanctions on Burmese officials responsible for attacks on protesters calling for restoration of the country's democracy.
In Yemen, U.S. seeks peace, provides humanitarian aid
The U.S. has pledged an additional $191 million in humanitarian aid to help the people of Yemen and is committed to efforts to end the war.
Honoring corruption fighters around the world
The U.S. is honoring a dozen people for fighting corruption. Read about the recipients of the inaugural International Anticorruption Champions Award.
Condemning violence, nations call for democracy in Burma
The United States and a growing number of nations are condemning the military coup in Burma and supporting the rights of peaceful protesters.