Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the citizens of the United States, I am delighted to congratulate the government and people of Namibia on the 26th anniversary of your independence on March 21.

Ann Arbor, Michigan - On his first year anniversary as India's prime minister, Narendra Modi refused to hold a press conference to discuss his performance. Instead, he tweeted about it.

Washington, DC - The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms today’s terrorist attack in Istanbul, Turkey.  Two American citizens were among those killed in this heinous attack.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of those killed, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured.

Washington, DC - The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack today on Istanbul's Istiklal Avenue. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those killed and our hopes for a quick recovery for those wounded. We will remain in close touch with Turkish authorities during the investigation.

Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "I am delighted to join President Obama in wishing a happy, healthy, and prosperous Nowruz to all our friends around the world who celebrate this holiday. As Americans, we rejoice along with all those from the Islamic Republic of Iran to Central Asia to the Caucasus to communities here in the United States, who come together to celebrate the arrival of Spring and a new year.

Washington, DC - The United States views as an important step the agreement reached today between the EU and Turkey on responding to the unprecedented flow of refugees and migrants in the region. We commend Turkish efforts to date in generously hosting more than 2.7 million refugees from Syria.