"Key Updates from the US Department of State's October 2, 2023 Press Briefing"

The United States Department of State expressed disappointment that the continuing resolution passed by Congress did not include support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion. The State Department emphasized the importance of continued assistance to Ukraine, not only for Ukraine's sake but also for the preservation of a world free from aggression by authoritarian regimes. Additionally, the State Department discussed the funding situation for the PEPFAR program, highlighting the need for a clean reauthorization to continue the fight against HIV/AIDS. The State Department also addressed the issue of corruption in Ukraine and the importance of Ukraine taking steps to combat it. Finally, the State Department acknowledged concerns about Russian and Chinese solidarity with North Korea and expressed a commitment to addressing allegations of ethnic cleansing in Karabakh.