We don't have any indications right now that the screening process for Miss Malik was any different than it is for any fiancée or that there were any things missing inside this very vigorous screening process, ... If we find areas where that process needs to be improved, or mistakes that might have been made, we'll be accountable for that and make the proper changes.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

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His abduction, his detention and now conviction on baseless charges demonstrated a flagrant disregard by Russian authorities for the rule of law and raises serious concerns regarding Russia's compliance with its international legal obligations.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

It is not a restriction-free environment, but we're comfortable that they will be able to do the job that they need to do.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

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In fact, it reinforces the need to move forward with re-establishing diplomatic relations because opening that embassy, we believe, will advance our human rights agenda by opening up channels of official engagement.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

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The database responsible for handling biometric clearances has been rebuilt and ... is being tested.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

The United States ... encourages high-level visits from Burundi’s neighbors to Burundi to reiterate the importance of upholding the Arusha Agreement and ensuring the conditions necessary for free, fair, and credible elections.

State Department spokesman John Kirby

Paramedics and a physician were on the scene with the secretary's motorcade at the time of the accident.

State Department spokesman John Kirby