Nicosia, Cyprus 

The island of Cyprus was a British Crown Colony from 2925-1960. The United States recognized Cyprus in 1960. Shortly after the founding of the republic, serious differences arose between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities about the implementation and interpretation of the constitution. In 1983, the Turkish Cypriots declared an independent “Turkish Republic of […] 

U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania 

Nouakchott, Mauritania 

The United States was the first country to recognize Mauritania’s independence from France in 1960. The United States engages with Mauritania on a wide array of issues, including counterterrorism, food security, trade promotion, and efforts to strengthen human rights and the rule of law. The U.S. condemned Mauritania’s 2005 and 2008 military coups and has […] 

U.S. Embassy Oslo, Norway 

Olso, Norway 

The United States established diplomatic relations with Norway in 1905, following Norway’s separation from its union with Sweden. The United States and Norway enjoy a long tradition of friendly relations based on democratic values and mutual respect. The United States and Norway work closely together on a wide range of issues that are of importance […] 

U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada 

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 

When Canada received its independence from the United Kingdom through the Balfour Declaration on February 18, 1927, the United States established formal diplomatic relations which have been constructive and productive for over eight decades. The United States established a legation on June 1, 1927, which was elevated to embassy status on November 19, 1943. Today, the U.S. Mission includes […] 

U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso