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The United States recognizes the importance of the historic role of Christian communities in the region and of protecting Christians and other religious minorities throughout the Middle East.

Context

Readout of National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice's Meeting with Christian Religious Leaders of the Middle East

09/10/2014

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