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Trump’s Ukraine Envoy Keith Kellogg Visits Kyiv
US President Donald Trump’s Ukraine Representative, Keith Kellogg, arrived in Kyiv to discuss defense, security, and bilateral cooperation.
Welcomed by Ukrainian presidential adviser Andriy Yermak, Kellogg’s visit comes as tensions with…
Macron Announces €6.5B Defense Boost Amid Rising Threats
French President Emmanuel Macron pledged an additional €6.5 billion in defense spending over the next two years, aiming to raise the annual defense budget to €64 billion by 2027.
Speaking ahead of Bastille Day, Macron warned that Europe…
German Chancellor Criticizes Israeli Actions in Gaza
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed strong disapproval of Israel’s ongoing operations in Gaza, calling them “unacceptable” in an interview with ARD.
Merz revealed he had repeatedly raised concerns directly with Israeli Prime…
EU Extends Retaliation Deadline Over US Tariffs to August
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU will delay its retaliatory tariffs against the US until early August, allowing more time for negotiations.
Speaking in Brussels alongside Indonesian President Prabowo…
Türkiye and Malaysia Deepen Ties, Urge Unity on Gaza
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized Türkiye’s commitment to closer ties with Malaysia, calling for joint action on global issues such as Gaza. In an interview with Malaysia’s Bernama TV during the ASEAN summit, Fidan praised Malaysian…
Netanyahu: Israel Seeks 60-Day Ceasefire for Prisoner Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is pursuing a 60-day temporary ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of half of the hostages, both alive and deceased. "Negotiations to permanently end the war will begin…
Von der Leyen Survives No-Confidence Vote in EU Parliament
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen survived a no-confidence vote in the European Parliament, with 360 members backing her and only 175 in favor of the motion—far below the required two-thirds threshold.
The motion was…
Aliyev and Pashinyan Meet in UAE for Peace Talks
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan have begun talks in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The meeting is expected to focus on recent regional developments and efforts toward a lasting peace agreement.
Trump Stunned by Liberian President’s English, Makes Gaffe
US President Donald Trump was visibly surprised by Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s fluent English during a dinner with African leaders at the White House. After Boakai praised US-Liberia relations in clear English, Trump asked,…
Trump Proposes 50% Tariff Hike on US Copper Trade
US President Donald Trump has called for a 50% increase in tariffs on copper mineral trade during a cabinet meeting at the White House. He warned that tariffs could reach up to 200% for sectors like semiconductors and medical…