Visa Restriction Policy for Flight Operators Facilitating Irregular Migration
PRESS STATEMENT MATTHEW MILLER, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 21, 2023 The State Department today launched a new visa restriction policy targeting individuals running charter flights into…
The Kremlin’s Efforts to Covertly Spread Disinformation in Latin America
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 7, 2023 The Russian government is currently financing an on-going, well-funded disinformation campaign across Latin America. The Kremlin’s…
Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition Launches with Arrival of Inaugural Cohort
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 6, 2023 The U.S. Department of State created the Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition (IYLC) as a new network to elevate the voices…
United States Announces Nearly $485 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the Western...
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 6, 2023 President Biden announced at the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity Leaders’ Summit nearly $485…
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
PRESS STATEMENT MATTHEW MILLER, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 2, 2023 More than 350 journalists have been killed since the UN General Assembly established the International Day…
AWARD-WINNING AMERICAN FILMMAKER ANAYANSI PRADO VISITS HONDURAS
Tegucigalpa M.D.C. – The United States Embassy, through the Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs American Film Diplomacy program, the American Film…
Ambassador Dogu’s Remarks Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2023 Program Inauguration
Let the AWE women who are ready make some noise! Today, they embark on their journey in the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2023 program. …
Department of Homeland Security Announces Distribution of More Than $12 Million in Funding for Communities...
Release Date: September 27, 2023 WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Customs and…
U.S. Support for Human Rights Defenders
Human Rights Defenders Guidance The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to putting human rights and democratic principles at the center of our foreign policy. These …
Alert:Demonstrators at the U.S. Embassy
Location: Honduras Event: Demonstrators are blocking traffic to and from La Paz Avenue. The U.S. Embassy has advised employees to avoid the Embassy at this time. U.S. citizens…
Security Alert: Planned Protests Around Tegucigalpa
Security Alert: Planned Protests Around Tegucigalpa Location: Honduras Event: According to local media reports there are demonstrations planned for Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The demonstrations…
DHS to Supplement H-2B Cap with Nearly 65,000 Additional Visas for FY 2024
Release Date: November 3, 2023 Increase Will Help Address the Need for Seasonal Workers and Reduce Irregular Migration WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security…
Alert: Planned Protests Around Tegucigalpa
Location: Honduras Event: Increasing protests are possible near the Presidential Palace, National Congress area, and the Public Ministry buildings related to the process to select a new Attorney General. Several…
Demonstration Alert: Road Closures and Increased Traffic
Location: Honduras Event: Local media is reporting road closures and enhanced security throughout Tegucigalpa in relation to the planned protest taking place on Tuesday, August 29th.…
Demonstration Alert: Planned protest
Location: Honduras Event: A planned protest is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August 29th in Tegucigalpa. The U.S. Embassy has advised employees to avoid…
Ambassador Laura Dogu’s Remarks on Groundbreaking Ceremony and Signature of the MOU for Construction...
Good morning to all present! Let’s be honest, no one really wants to talk about a morgue. So, why is the US Government here today?…
Remarks by Ambassador Laura Dogu At the Human Rights Initiative Workshop
At a glance, I can see the most important military leaders in Honduras, Minster of Defense Zelaya, Joint Chief of Staff Vice Admiral Fortin. Also,…
Ninety-One Countries Sign U.S.-Led Joint Communiqué Condemning the Use of Food as a Weapon of War
UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3, 2023 Ninety-One Countries Sign U.S.-Led Joint Communiqué…
Alert: Message to U.S. Citizens – Planned Protests in Tegucigalpa
Location: Honduras Event: Several planned protests are expected throughout Tegucigalpa Friday afternoon, that will exacerbate weekend traffic. U.S. citizens are advised to monitor local media, take…
Change in Curfew Hours
Location: Honduras Event: Update: The government of Honduras has announced changes in curfews in two northern cities, Choloma and San Pedro Sula. The updated curfew…
Curfew Announced in Two Northern Cities in Honduras
Location: Honduras Event: The government of Honduras has announced curfews following a sharp escalation in violence in the country. The curfew is starting in two…
Remarks from Ambassador Dogu for the July 4th Official Reception
Good night! Welcome everyone! Before we begin, I think it’s important to recognize that there are many bereaved families. Our condolences to the families and…
Weather Alert for U.S. Citizens – Hurricane Season 2023
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2023. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and…
Remarks of Ambassador Dogu on Inauguration of the Basic Education Center Esteban Mendoza
Sara and Elizabeth: two teenagers. One in Santa Rosa de Copan, and the other in La Ceiba. Both with dreams and aspirations that they didn’t…
Message for U.S. Citizens – Increase in Confiscation of Medical Supplies
Medical brigades traveling to Honduras for mission work are advised that there has been an increase in customs confiscating medical equipment and supplies upon arrival.…
Remarks for Ambassador Dogu, American School of Tegucigalpa Graduation Ceremony 2023
Happy graduation day, Eagles! I’m Laura Dogu, the U.S. Ambassador here in Honduras. I am thrilled to join the class of 2023 for this important…
Chargé D’Affaires Roy Perrin Remarks on Donation Event of Digital Radiography Equipment at Hospital...
Good morning. Minister of Health, Dr. José Manuel Matheu; Executive Secretary of the Council of Ministers of Health of Central America and Panama, Dr. Alejandra…