US negotiators continuing communication with Iran: White House
The White House says negotiators are continuing to engage with the Iranians, who, it claimed, are “struggling to sort out their leadership situation” amid the war. – In a statement…
Canberra, Beijing Reaffirm Commitment to Stable Relationship
Australia is committed to a constructive and stable relationship with China, which is in the interests of both our countries. Today I met with China’s Vice President Han Zheng in…
Russia prepared for settlement, but Kiev not in position to dictate terms — MFA
Russia is ready for an early diplomatic resolution of the Ukrainian crisis, but Kiev and its Western sponsors are “far from being in a position to dictate any terms,” Russian…
Lebanon’s FM affirms Beirut will engage in direct talks with Israel
Lebanon has decided to “engage in direct negotiations” with Israel with the aim of reaching a “permanent ceasefire and ensuring the complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories”, Foreign Minister Youssef…
Péter Magyar Plans Talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Transcarpathia
I am initiating consultations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in early June in Transcarpathia. I received Zoltán Babják, Mayor of Berehove, in my office, who briefed me on the situation…
Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia for first time since start of war on Iran
Gulf leaders have gathered in Saudi Arabia to discuss a regional crisis triggered by the United States-Israel war on Iran, their first in-person meeting since the outbreak of the conflict…
United Arab Emirates announces withdrawal from OPEC oil cartel effective May 1
The United Arab Emirates says it intends to quit the oil cartel OPEC effective May 1, announcing the decision Tuesday via its state media agency WAM, adding it reflected its…
ASEAN Energy Ministers Meet on Middle East Crisis, Stress Security Measures
The Special ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) on the Latest Situation in the Middle East was convened on 27 April 2026 via virtual platform, under the Chairmanship of H.E.…
Afghanistan, Russia Discuss Expanding Political and Economic Ties
The Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mullah Amir Khan Muttaqi, met with Mr. Zamir Kabulov, the Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation. In this meeting, both sides…
Luxon Thanks Shehbaz Sharif for Ceasefire Efforts in U.S.–Iran Tensions
With Kiwis facing higher prices at the pump and for everyday goods, the best way to prevent inflation is by restoring stability in the Gulf and returning safe shipping to…