Washington, DC - President Obama spoke today by phone with Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel to offer his condolences on behalf of the American people following today’s horrific terrorist attacks in Brussels.

Washington, DC - Haiti Special Coordinator Kenneth Merten will travel to Brazil, March 22-23, to review multilateral efforts in support of strengthened democratic institutions and processes in Haiti, in the lead-up to the completion of the electoral process, with elections on April 24 and a new president seated on May 14.

Washington, DC - The conviction and sentencing of Nadiya Savchenko to 22 years imprisonment show a blatant disregard for the principles of justice and contravene Russia’s commitments under the Minsk agreements.

Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to join the Tunisian people in celebrating the 60th anniversary of Tunisia’s independence.

Washington, DC - Secretary Kerry spoke by phone this morning with Belgian Foreign Minister Didier Reynders to express his condolences for the loss of life in today’s terrorist attacks and to reaffirm that the United States will stand with the people of Belgium as they cope with the aftermath of this violence.

Washington, DC - The United States congratulates the Congolese people for their active participation in the March 20 presidential elections. Their enthusiasm and determination to register to vote and peacefully engage, despite many impediments, demonstrates their commitment to democracy.