Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come ‘soon’
US President Donald Trump has said that he is “involved” in the negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and suggested an agreement could be reached “soon.” – Asked by…
Iran-Oman Hormuz framework to impose ‘service fees’
A proposed negotiating framework between Iran and Oman would require ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz to pay fees for a range of maritime services, while eventually replacing the existing…
Lebanon, Israel conclude seventh round of US-brokered talks in Rome
The third and final day of the seventh round of US-brokered direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel concluded in Rome on Thursday, a senior Lebanese official told Anadolu. – The…
Modi, Netanyahu Discuss India-Israel Strategic Partnership
Received a phone call from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. We reviewed progress on various aspects of the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership which continues to grow from strength-to-strength. We also exchanged…
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey to sign defence pact on Friday
A source close to the Saudi army told AFP that Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey will sign a joint defence agreement on Friday in Jeddah. – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed…
Azerbaijan, Ukraine Deepen Political, Energy and Economic Ties
Delighted to meet with Andrii Sybiha, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine during my official visit to Kyiv. We had productive discussions on strengthening the Azerbaijan-Ukraine strategic partnership, with…
Japanese prime minister vows to maintain non-nuclear status
The Japanese government has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to the three non-nuclear principles – namely, not to possess, produce, or import nuclear weapons – during a ceremony commemorating the 81st…
Seoul warns UK sanctions on Russia threaten its energy security
Yeo Han-koo, Head of Trade Negotiations at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea, has warned his British counterpart that the UK’s upcoming sanctions on…
UN rights experts urge action to avert ‘silent Gaza’ in Cuba
United Nations human rights experts on Thursday condemned recent measures against Cuba by the United States and urged the international community to act quickly to avoid a “silent Gaza” from…
Jordan, Gulf and Muslim States Condemn Israeli Violations in Gaza
The Foreign Ministers of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkey, the Kingdom of Saudi…