Category : Diplomacy


US Hosts Israel, Saudi Officials for Iran Talks

The Trump administration holds separate talks with Israeli and Saudi defense officials in Washington amid escalating tensions with Iran and military buildup in the Middle East.

UK-China Reset: Starmer, Xi Pledge Enhanced Cooperation

Britain and China reset relations with pledges for greater cooperation on trade, investment, and technology. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping held talks focusing on market access, tariffs, and security issues.

Trump Order on Cuba Oil, Mexico Stops Shipments

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed temporary suspension of oil shipments to Cuba, calling it a sovereign decision.

EU Gateway Office Won't Fast-Track Indian Visas

The EU's new Legal Gateway Office in India will serve as an information hub but won't grant preferential visa treatment. Decisions remain with EU member-states under national laws.

Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador Gor Before Washington Visit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Ambassador Sergio Gor in New Delhi, discussing defence, trade, and critical minerals ahead of his US trip for the inaugural ministerial meeting on critical mineral supply chains.

Time-Bound Probe Into Baramati Plane Crash: Union Minister

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu announces a time-bound investigation into the Baramati plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others, emphasizing India's strong aviation safety protocols.

New Zealand Opts Out of Trump's Board of Peace Initiative

New Zealand has decided against participating in US President Donald Trump's newly formed Board of Peace, citing lack of clarity on its scope and alignment with UN principles. Foreign Minister Winston Peters emphasized the need for complementarity with th

China: US Containment Bid 'Doomed to Fail'

China issues sharp warning to US, declaring Pentagon's revised National Defence Strategy to contain its rise is doomed to fail amid rising tensions over Taiwan and military drills.

Pakistan PM, Iran President Discuss Regional Tensions

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi held a crucial phone conversation to discuss escalating regional tensions, particularly focusing on the Israel-Hamas conflict and its broader implications for Middle East stability

US to Reopen Venezuela Airspace, Restart Flights

US President Donald Trump announces reopening of commercial airspace over Venezuela, allowing American travel. American Airlines plans to resume flights as diplomatic relations show signs of restoration after years of tension.

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