Tensions in Washington amid conflicting US-Pakistan claims on Lebanon
There is deep concern in Washington of a potential collapse of the ceasefire even before negotiations begin in Islamabad to iron out the fine details. That is because of a…
Trump denounces NATO’s lack of support after meeting Rutte
Following his meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, former US President Donald Trump criticised NATO members for their lack of support, hinting at a possible withdrawal from the alliance.…
Russia ready to resume Ukraine talks soon — Foreign Ministry
Russia has no intention of delaying the resumption of talks on Ukraine, though the situation also depends on whom the United States appoints to lead its dialogue with Iran, Russian…
New Zealand PM says Trump’s threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure ‘unhelpful’
US President Donald Trump’s recent threats against Iranian civilian infrastructure are “unhelpful”, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said. – “Unhelpful because more military action’s not necessary,” Luxon was quoted…
Threats against civilian infrastructure ‘must not become new norm’: ICRC chief
ICRD President Mirjana Spoljaric has warned that “deliberate threats” against civilian and nuclear sites “must not become the new norm in warfare”. – “Any war fought without limits is incompatible…
Egypt’s FM discusses regional de-escalation with US envoy, Iranian counterpart
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate calls to discuss proposals for regional de-escalation with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and regional counterparts, including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, the…
Russia ready to do everything to stabilize situation in Middle East — Putin
Russia is counting on an early end to the conflict in the Middle East, and is ready to do everything to bring the situation back to normal, President Vladimir Putin…
EU, Germany express concern over Israel’s new death penalty law
Israel’s parliament passed a bill that will instruct military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” – but will not impose…
Spain says ‘new red line’ crossed after UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has condemned the killing of an Indonesian peacekeeper serving in the UN Interim Force in Lebanon in an explosion late on Sunday. – “Spain strongly…
Iran warns US over ground attack as regional powers meet in Pakistan
Iran said it was ready to respond to a U.S. ground attack, accusing Washington on Sunday of preparing a land assault even as it sought negotiations and as regional powers…