Mon Dec 30 05:12:59 UTC 2024: ## Former President Jimmy Carter, Champion of Peace and Human Rights, Dies

**Washington, D.C.** – Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and internationally recognized humanitarian, has passed away. Secretary of State Antony Blinken released a statement praising Carter’s decades-long dedication to peace, democracy, and human rights, both during and after his presidency.

Blinken highlighted Carter’s impactful foreign policy achievements, including the negotiation of the Panama Canal’s return to Panama and arms control agreements with the Soviet Union. His successful mediation of a landmark peace deal between Israel and Egypt was cited as a testament to his tireless and principled diplomacy.

Beyond his time in office, Carter remained a tireless advocate for global causes, working alongside his late wife, Rosalynn, through the Carter Center to combat disease, resolve conflicts, monitor elections, and promote democracy worldwide. His commitment to improving the lives of others, both domestically and internationally, was a hallmark of his life and legacy, the Secretary of State noted. The statement concluded by emphasizing Carter’s embodiment of integrity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of global security and well-being.

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