Sweden Condemns Russian Strikes, Urges Tougher EU Action
Sweden condemns last night’s horrific air strikes against Ukraine. My thoughts are with the many victims and their families. We must ramp up pressure on Russia and bolster support for…
Ceasefire Declared by Donald Trump Hailed as Major Breakthrough by Beirut
I welcome the announcement of the ceasefire declared by President Trump, which is a central Lebanese demand we have pursued since the first day of the war, and was our…
Beirut Emphasises Diplomacy as Only Path to End Israeli Attacks
I received the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for the Middle East and North Africa Hamish Falconer, who reaffirmed his country’s support for the path of direct negotiations, describing it…
Von der Leyen and Rutte Align on Expanding Defence Industrial Capacity
Great to see EU Commission Von Der Leyen and discuss how to further strengthen our essential NATO-EU cooperation, including ramping up defence industrial production, continuing vital support to Ukraine, and…
Japan Supports Pakistan Role in U.S.–Iran Dialogue Push
Today, I held a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Sharif of Pakistan. From my side, I expressed respect for the mediation efforts by Prime Minister Sharif and other Pakistani officials…
UK and France to Co-Host Summit on Securing Global Trade Routes
The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is deeply damaging. Getting global shipping moving is vital to ease cost of living pressures. The UK has convened more than 40…
Erdoğan, Macron Discuss Ceasefire, Regional Stability and Bilateral Ties
President Erdogan spoke by phone with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-France bilateral relations, as well as regional and global matters. President Erdoğan said that it…
Qatar Sends 14th Letter to UN Over Iranian Attack on Its Territory
Qatar Sends 14th Identical Letter to UN, Security Council Regarding Latest Developments of Iranian Attack on Its Territories New York | April 11, 2026 The State of Qatar has sent…
Macron, Saudi Crown Prince Discuss Middle East Crisis and Ceasefire
I just held a discussion with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, on the situation in the Middle East. I reiterated my support for the ceasefire, which…
India, Nepal Aim to Realise Full Potential of Partnership
Glad to meet FM Shishir Khanal of Nepal this afternoon. Congratulated him on his appointment. Discussed realising the full potential of the India-Nepal partnership by deeper collaboration in different sectors.…