Guterres Condemns Israel Strikes in Lebanon, Calls for Immediate Halt
I unequivocally condemn the massive strikes by Israel across Lebanon on 8 April that resulted in hundreds of civilians being killed & injured, including children. With the announcement of the…
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.…
India and ASEAN Discuss Maritime Cooperation Agenda for 2026
The 28th ASEAN-India Senior Officials’ Meeting was Co-chaired by Secretary (East), Shri P. Kumaran & Undersecretary for Policy, Mr. Leo M. Herrera-Lim, Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila, Philippines. The…
Leaders Support Ceasefire, Stress Urgency of Negotiated Solution
Joint Statement Statement by President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Starmer, Prime Minister Carney, President Dan, acting Prime Minister Frederiksen, Prime Minister Frostadóttir, Prime Minister Jetten, Prime…
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…
UN Chief Welcomes US–Iran Two-Week Ceasefire, Urges Compliance
Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on the conflict in the Middle East The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement of a two-week ceasefire by the United States and…
Pakistan Announces Immediate US–Iran Ceasefire, Invites Talks in Islamabad
With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate…
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…