Trump calls G20 finance ministers’ meeting productive
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday called the meeting of G20 finance ministers in the US state of North Carolina useful and positive. – “Very productive and positive conversations were…
Senior IRGC official tells Arab states to expel US forces or face strikes
IRGC political deputy General Yadollah Javani has addressed Arab countries, demanding they either expel US forces or face a crushing military response. – “It is better to expel the Americans…
Lack of access to Iran nuclear sites must be addressed with ‘utmost urgency’: IAEA
The UN nuclear agency said in a confidential report that the lack of access to key nuclear sites in Iran “needs to be addressed with the utmost urgency”. – “The…
Peru cuts diplomatic ties with Iran over Middle East conflict
The South American nation has announced that is has severed diplomatic relations with Iran over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. – “The Government of Peru strongly condemns Iran’s…
UK to unveil ‘comprehensive’ response to Israeli West Bank settlement plans in coming weeks
Britain will set out a “comprehensive” package of measures on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank in the coming weeks, Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said on Tuesday. – Miliband…
US, Australia commit $580 million in support for Pacific Islands
The United States and Australia on Wednesday announced a combined $580 million in funding for the Pacific Islands, as both nations battle China for influence in the region. – Australia…
Cuban diplomat describes relations with US as ‘war without bombs’
The channel for dialogue between Cuba and the United States is totally shut, with their bilateral relations being in a state of “war without bomb,” Cuba’s Ambassador to the United…
EU declines to follow US lead by meeting with Russia at G20 finance event — EC
The European Commission will not hold any talks with Russia at the G20 finance ministers’ meeting attended by Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, European Commission Chief Spokeswoman Paula Pinho said.…
Syria wants diplomatic solution with Israel despite attacks: FM
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said Tuesday that his country was working toward a “diplomatic solution” with Israel, with US mediation, despite ongoing Israeli attacks – Israel has launched hundreds…
Qatar urges US, Iran to resume talks after flare-up
Mediator Qatar on Tuesday urged the United States and Iran to return to negotiations after they renewed tit-for-tat attacks. – On Sunday, the US carried out strikes on an Iranian…