"United States Department of State Holds Daily Press Briefings in October 2023"

During a press briefing, the United States Department of State addressed various international issues. Concerns were expressed about the India-Canada dispute, with the US urging Canada's investigation to proceed and perpetrators to be brought to justice, while also urging India to cooperate. The US government supports the role of media in a free democracy and has raised concerns about press freedom with the Indian government. The US stated that decisions regarding bilateral relationships and partnerships are up to individual countries. The US also commented on Armenia joining the Rome Statute for the ICC, expressing respect for Armenia's sovereignty and independence. Concerns were raised about tensions and violence in northern Kosovo, the presence of Russian forces in Karabakh, and the normalization process between Saudi Arabia and Israel, with the US emphasizing the need for diplomacy, discipline, and rigor in the process.