29th January, 2013
US Senate panel approves Kerry nomination
The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Tuesday unanimously approved President Obama's choice of Sen. John Kerry to succeed Hillary Clinton as secretary of state.
24th January, 2013
US foreign policy more than troops and drones: Kerry
John Kerry has been tapped by President Obama to take over as secretary of state from Hillary Clinton, who is leaving office after a four-year term.
16th December, 2012
Obama picks Kerry for top diplomatic post: TV
Obama has chosen Senator John Kerry to succeed Hillary Clinton as US secretary of state, news networks CNN and ABC reported.
5th December, 2012
Clinton praises Nato’s progress as she bids farewell
Hillary Clinton Wednesday bade farewell to her Nato allies after making her last appearance as US Secretary of State here, praising the military alliance for having made “great strides”.
2nd December, 2012
Turkey’s defense, Pakistan top Clinton’s agenda
US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is heading to Europe to discuss Turkey's defense and US relations with Pakistan.
31st October, 2012
US wants to help Syria opposition to unite: Clinton
“We are working very hard with many different elements of opposition inside and outside Syria,” said US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
12th October, 2012
Supporting Arab Spring nations ‘strategic’ need: Clinton
Supporting democratic transitions in Arab and North African nations is “a strategic necessity” for the United States, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Friday.
11th October, 2012
Hillary Clinton condemns attack on Malala
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton praised a 14-year-old girl shot by the Taliban as “very brave” – as Pakistani officials vowed to punish those…
10th October, 2012
Obama, Clinton, UN Chief condemn attack on Malala
US President Obama sees the shooting of a 14-year-old Pakistani girl who protested against the Taliban as “barbaric” and has offered air ambulance services.
12th September, 2012
Clinton mourns US deaths, vows to stand by Libya
The US Secretary of State said the killing of the US envoy and three other by “a small and savage group” should “shock” people of all faiths around the world.
12th September, 2012
US concern over Pakistan ‘CIA doctor’ torture claims
“Frankly, we can't at this point verify the authenticity of the interview,” State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said.
7th September, 2012
US puts Haqqanis on terrorists list, no impact on Pakistan
The United States on Friday designated the Haqqani network a foreign terrorist organisation but said the action will have no impact on Pakistan.
3rd September, 2012
Clinton condemns ‘cowardly’ attack in Peshawar
US Ambassador Richard Hoagland also praised the “humane professionalism" of Pakistani security forces for saving lives of the two American Diplomats.
11th August, 2012
Clinton says US sanctions hit Iran, Hezbollah and Syria
Fresh US sanctions aim to “expose and disrupt” links between Iran, Lebanon's armed Hezbollah movement and Syria said Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
3rd August, 2012
Israel’s intentions towards Iran — the pressing question
Some commentators believe Netanyahu will only respond to a clear and powerful message from Barack Obama.
16th July, 2012
Clinton visits Israel; numerous issues on agenda
The flurry of visits by top US officials to Israel could reflect an administration attempt to shore up Obama's support among Jewish voters as the election nears.
15th July, 2012
Clinton urges smooth political transition in Egypt
The top US diplomat arrived in Egypt amid a complex power struggle being played out between the newly-elected president, Mohamed Morsi, and the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces.
12th July, 2012
Settle China sea disputes ‘without coercion’: Clinton
"Nations should “resolve disputes without coercion, without intimidation, without threats, and without use of force," said Clinton.
11th July, 2012
US crafted Pakistan ‘apology’ to suit allies abroad, opponents at home
“A lot of people were holding their nose at the White House and the Pentagon at the notion of an apology."
8th July, 2012
Clinton warns that Syrian state risks collapse
“It should be abundantly clear to those who support the Assad regime their days are numbered,” Clinton told reporters.