Pope Leo calls Middle East war a ‘scandal,’ urges immediate ceasefire
Death and suffering caused by the war in the Middle East are a “scandal to the whole human family”, Pope Leo has said, renewing his plea for an immediate ceasefire.…
When the cost of war exceeds its gain, the wise ruler returns to negotiation.
“When the cost of war exceeds its gain, the wise ruler returns to negotiation.” It suggests that a rational leader recognises when war is no longer worth its cost and…
Missile Impact Reported in Dimona; No Radiation Spike Detected, Says IAEA
The IAEA is aware of reports of an incident in the city of Dimona, Israel, involving a missile impact and has not received any indication of damage to the nuclear…
Strategic Stalemate in West Asia Leaves Diplomacy as the Only Way Forward
The war between Iran, the United States, and Israel has now entered a phase of sharp escalation, pulling almost the entire West Asia into its orbit. What began as a…
War in Iran: Elders call for consistency in defence of the international rule of law
The Elders warn today that countries will be drawn into an illegal war if they acquiesce to continuing US demands around the Iran crisis, such as to assist in securing…
Modi, Pezeshkian Discuss West Asia Situation, Emphasise Peace and Prosperity
Spoke with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings. We expressed hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia. Condemned attacks on…
IAEA Warns of Nuclear Risk, Calls for De-escalation After Natanz Incident
The IAEA has been informed by Iran that the Natanz nuclear site was attacked today. No increase in off-site radiation levels reported. IAEA is looking into the report. IAEA Director…
‘The war must be completely and permanently ended’: Iran top diplomat
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said in an interview with Japan’s Kyodo News that Tehran would require more than just a ceasefire for the war with the US and…
Swiss Federal Council Reviews Neutrality Rules on Iran Conflict Exports
Iran conflict: impact on war-relevant exports Berne, 20.03.2026 — On 20 March, the Federal Council examined the implications of applying the principle of neutrality to exports to the states involved…
Belarus remains Trump’s ally despite US mistakes — President Lukashenko
Belarus remains an ally of US President Donald Trump despite some mistakes made by the US administration, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Thursday. – “I would strongly urge you…