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The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA) deals with U.S. foreign policy and U.S. diplomatic relations with Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Regional policy issues that NEA handles include Iraq, Middle East peace, terrorism and weapons of mass destruction, and political and economic reform. Clickable Map»
Democratic Transitions in the Maghreb
Secretary Clinton (Oct. 12): "We have to stand with those who are working every day to strengthen democratic institutions, defend universal rights, and drive inclusive economic growth." Full Text»
Conflict in Syria
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 28): "The United States is moving forward on all these fronts: providing humanitarian aid, supporting the civilian opposition, and increasing pressure on the regime." Full Text» Fact Sheet» Trip Page»
Working With Tunisia
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 21): "As the Tunisian Government takes steps to strengthen security and protect the Tunisian people and economy from extremism and violent agendas, the United States stands ready to help." Full Text»
Remarks at a Ceremony Honoring Fallen Americans
Deputy Secretary Burns (Sept. 20): "We gather with heavy hearts today to remember four remarkable men – Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty – who gave their lives serving their country and trying to build a better future for the people of Libya." Full Text»
Transfer of Remains Ceremony to Honor Those Lost in Attacks in Benghazi, Libya
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 14): "If the last few days teach us anything, let it be this: That this work and the men and women who risk their lives to do it are at the heart of what makes America great and good." Full Text» Remarks by President Obama» Briefing» More»
U.S.-Morocco Strategic Dialogue
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 13): "....After my visit to Rabat earlier this year, I told my team: “We need to start a Strategic Dialogue with Morocco.” No country has been a friend of the United States longer than Morocco. You were the first nation to recognize us back in 1777. But we’re not satisfied with simply having a friendship that is longstanding." Full Text»
Marking Eid ul-Fitr
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 13): "[T]he actions of a small and savage group in Benghazi do not honor religion or God in any way. Nor do they speak for the more than one billion Muslims around the world, many of whom have shown an outpouring of support during this time. " Full Text»
Deaths of American Personnel in Benghazi, Libya
Secretary Clinton (Sept. 11): "We condemn in the strongest terms this senseless act of violence, and we send our prayers to the families, friends, and colleagues of those we’ve lost." Full Text» Remarks by President Obama» Presidential Proclamation» Statement by UN Ambassador Susan Rice» Briefing»
