"Responsible nations must not shrink from scrutiny of their human rights record. Rather, they should be transparent with the intent to grow and do better."...
ABC News reported an internal memo said Secretary of State Antony Blinken authorized U.S. embassies and consulates to fly the Black Lives Matter flag on the anniversary of George Floyd's death:
All U.S. diplomatic posts are "strongly encouraged" to use the department's resources "to promote policy objectives to advance racial equity and support for underserved communities," especially on May 25 and during June to commemorate Juneteenth, according to Blinken's memo.
Secretary Blinken calls Trump-era sanctions on the tribunal "inappropriate" even though the U.S. does not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court....
President Joe Biden's administration will pay more than $200 million to the World Health Organization (WHO), reversing another decision made by the outgoing Trump White House.