Stories tagged “Diplomacy.”
30 stories
A new defensive pact between Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia has added complexity to the already volatile nuclear triangle involving China, India, and Pakistan.
China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun addressed questions regarding the legal handling of Philippine citizens in China, reiterated China's territorial claims over the South Tibet region against India's renaming efforts, and condemned new US sanctions on Cuban e…
A senior Chinese official, Liu Haixing, met with Cuban counterparts in Havana, reaffirming strong bilateral ties and describing the nations as “good brothers” amid increased US pressure on Cuba.
A new defense pact signed in Mecca between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, featuring a collective defense clause, has raised significant concerns in India regarding its implications for future regional conflicts.
Canada-Africa Summit: Lawal, Sani, others to represent Nigeria in Toronto
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, some other state governors, and the President's Chief of Staff will represent Nigeria at the Canada–Africa Summit on digital rails and inclusive growth.
Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases
Syria and Russia have agreed to end Moscow's use of two strategic Mediterranean bases as military outposts, Syria's foreign ministry said Sunday.
Damasco Agrees with Moscow to Maintain Russian Bases in the Syrian Mediterranean
Damasco and Moscow have agreed to maintain two Russian military bases in the Syrian Mediterranean, with a redefinition of functions after a year and a half of negotiations. The bases will be converted into 'joint training and rehabilitation centers' within three months.
China-Australia relations have stabilized at a "good enough" baseline for Canberra, according to former diplomat Graham Fletcher, despite Beijing's desire for deeper engagement. The ties, strained since 2017, are now on a more realistic footing.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran is not currently engaged in direct talks with the United States, though messages are being exchanged through intermediaries.
Spain's foreign ministry is replacing its ambassador to India, Juan Antonio March, following a series of reports by Spanish outlet The Objective detailing cultural events and spending arranged without the ministry's knowledge.
Iran and the US have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with the US halting its attacks under the condition that Iran opens the Strait of Hormuz. The US has since blocked Iranian ports in the strait. Iran and Oman are close to an agreement on a new shipping route through the…
Ceuta, Morocco's Hormuz?
The article analyzes Ceuta's strategic importance for Morocco, likening it to the Strait of Hormuz, and how Rabat leverages migratory crises to gain political and financial concessions from Europe, particularly Spain.
Iran's strategy revolves around forcing the United States to return to and implement the 14-point memorandum of understanding. The US and Israel are preparing equipment and forces, and the possibility of a large-scale attack is significant.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf criticized US President Donald Trump’s shifting statements on military threats and negotiations with Iran, calling them ‘theater diplomacy.’
China-Israel ties have been strained in recent years, and the closure of the Israeli consulate in Chengdu is seen as a sign of fraying relations. However, an analyst downplays the impact of the news, saying bilateral relations have already been strained.
A young man from Equatorial Guinea, Daniel Angel Masie Nchama, recounts his harrowing experience after being lured to Russia with false promises of work, only to be forced to fight on the front lines in Ukraine.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed questions regarding Japan's nuclear policy and the Solomon Islands' reaffirmation of the One-China principle.
A Senegalese delegation, led by Foreign Minister Cheikh Niang, visited Guinea-Bissau on August 6 to present a new ECOWAS-backed mediation plan. It aims to restore constitutional order and guide elections after the recent coup.
Japan's Ambassador to Iran, Tsukada Tamaki, has pledged full support for Iran's sports delegation to participate smoothly in the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, addressing logistical and financial concerns raised by Iran's National Olympic Committee.
Philippine and Fujian police are enhancing intelligence sharing and cooperation to combat transnational crime, despite ongoing South China Sea disputes.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that the United States' strategy of threats, broken promises, and fabricated narratives has failed, asserting that Tehran will not engage in further "theater diplomacy."
Iran warns Gulf states: Tell Trump to desist or we hit you hard
Iran has warned Gulf states that it will hit their oil, power and water plants unless they convince Donald Trump to end U.S. strikes on Iran and instead seek a negotiated end to the war.
Pakistan says it won't comment on Sheikh Hasina's recent speech in India and her son's allegations against the country's intelligence agency, ISI. The country's foreign office spokesperson said Pakistan respects Bangladesh's sovereignty and will continue to cooperate with…
US President Donald Trump's war against Iran is now in its sixth month, with the president caught between an emerging interim deal that would give Tehran control over the Strait of Hormuz and the threat of sharp escalation.
A US think tank report celebrating a significant drop in student visas for Chinese and Indian nationals, citing national security benefits, has drawn sharp criticism from Chinese state media.
Central African Republic and Cameroon Ease Tensions After Border Incident
Tensions between the Central African Republic (CAR) and Cameroon have been defused following the arrest of two Cameroonian gendarmes operating illegally in the CAR village of Gasol, leading to rapid diplomatic engagement.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed questions on Japan's alleged remilitarization and historical revisionism, China's marine research and naval activities in the Pacific, and potential law enforcement cooperation with the United States.
Two Israeli soldiers were killed and four wounded in clashes in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli casualties since a June ceasefire with Hezbollah. This escalation occurred as Lebanese and Israeli negotiators met in Rome for the seventh round of talks on impleme…
Russian strikes target Ukraine's Kharkiv and Sumy regions, killing at least six
At least six people were killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine overnight into Thursday, including three in the city of Balakliia in the Kharkiv region and another three in the northern region of Sumy, local authorities said.
Iran and Oman Near Landmark Deal to Manage Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman are reportedly near a landmark deal to manage the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil trade. The deal aims to reduce tensions and ensure safe passage for oil tankers.