Embassy of the United States

Ambassador Speaks about Cultural Relations on Radio
Ambassador Beyrle spoke on Radio Orpheus on Friday, February 5 about the importance of culture and education in U.S.-Russian relations. Highlighting the work of the U.S.-Russia Presidential Bilateral Commission, the Ambassador noted how important this dialog was for deepening relations between the American and Russian people.

U.S. State Department Issues Press Release on Detention of Protestors in Russia
"The United States is concerned by reports that authorities in Moscow on January 31 once again broke up a peaceful demonstration by Russian citizens." Full Text

Secretary Clinton on European Security
On Friday, January 29 in Paris, France, Secretary Clinton gave a major speech on European Security. Remarks | Fact Sheet | Briefing by Assistant Secretary Gordon

Internet Freedom: Secretary Clinton Delivers Major Policy Address
Secretary Clinton deliverеd a major policy address on Internet freedom live from the Newseum in Washington, D.C. on January 21. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton outlined the U.S. commitment to Internet freedom, which she said is essential to upholding human rights and encouraging economic prosperity.

Undersecretary Burns Interviewed by Gazeta.ru
Undersecretary William Burns spoke with Gazeta.ru during his trip to Moscow on Jan. 13-14. This complete transcript of the interview covers U.S.-Russian relations, the President Bilateral Commission, Iran, NATO enlargement, and the other top issues of one of the most important bilateral relationships in the world.

Joint Statement by the U.S. - Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission
U.S. - Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission Coordinators, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov, issued the following joint statement on Commission progress: Statement Text

Appointment System for American Citizen Services
The American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit has introduced an Appointment System for all services, including passport renewals (and passport extra pages), birth registrations, notarial services, and general inquiries. More...

Information Update on 2009-H1N1 Influenza
This Warden Message alerts U.S. citizens to the latest information regarding human cases of 2009-H1N1 Influenza, sometimes referred to as swine flu or novel H1N1. More...

Consular Section Newsletter Available
You can download the most recent issue of the Consular Section Newsletter here.

Pony Express to Collect Two-Year Validity Visa Fees
Beginning Monday, March 23, 2009, Pony Express will collect visa fees for two-year validity visas from applicants who qualify for an interview waiver.

Public Announcement — Worldwide Caution (February 2, 2008)
This Public Announcement updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests overseas.