Anne W. Patterson: “I do not agree with that, Mr. Conyers, because I think what this would do--that suggests that the sources of these…”

Our policy in Egypt has been premised on the need to protect core U.S. interests in the region.

$7.6 billion for diplomatic engagement and foreign assistance to better position us to provide support for political and economic reforms.

Thanks to the indispensable role played by Congress and with international support, we have put in place an unprecedented sanctions regime against Iran.

The Middle East today is undergoing historic changes. Across the region, we are seeing unprecedented political ferment.