Keywords: Peace talks


Guterres to convene new Cyprus talks as UN seeks path toward settlement

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced plans to organize a new multi-party meeting aimed at finding a way forward in efforts to resolve the long-running division of Cyprus, a conflict that has remained unresolved for more than five decades. Speaking in Nicosia on Wednesday, Guterres......

Dollar falls in global markets as US strikes on Iran are paused

The US dollar weakened against major currencies at the start of the week as investors responded positively to the temporary suspension of American air operations against Iran and a decline in oil prices. The dollar index, which measures the performance of the US currency against a basket of six major......

UN chief urges US and Iran to end renewed hostilities and resume diplomacy

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on the United States and Iran to immediately de-escalate tensions following a renewed outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East, warning that continued military action could further destabilize the region. In a statement issued through UN......

Zelensky discusses war in Ukraine with Trump during birthday call ahead of G7

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with former U.S. President Donald Trump during which they discussed the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, according to Ukrainian officials. The call took place on Sunday and coincided with Trump’s 80th birthday. During the conversation,......

Kremlin rules out Trump-Putin call as Ukraine talks stall

The Kremlin has stated that no telephone call is currently planned between United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and no date has been set for a possible visit to Moscow by American negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The announcement reflects a pause in high-level......

Finland’s Stubb signals readiness to lead EU talks with Russia

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said he would be willing to represent Europe in potential peace negotiations with Russia over the war in Ukraine, positioning himself as a possible diplomatic intermediary as European leaders debate how to engage with Moscow. According to reports in Finland, European......

Iran responds to U.S. proposal seeking to end regional conflict

Iran has reportedly delivered its official response to a proposal from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing regional conflict that has continued for more than two months. According to Iranian media reports, the response was transmitted through Pakistan, which is believed to be playing a mediating......

Germany rejects Putin’s proposal on Schroeder’s role in Ukraine peace talks

Germany has rejected a proposal made by Russian President Vladimir Putin suggesting that former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder could play a mediating role in potential peace talks between Russia and the European Union over the war in Ukraine. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions in Europe......

Lebanese Foreign Minister Joe Raggi visits Rome and the Vatican amid regional tensions

Lebanon’s Foreign Minister Joe Raggi is visiting Rome and the Vatican City on Sunday for official talks focused on regional security and the ongoing situation in southern Lebanon. During his visit, Raggi is expected to meet with senior Vatican officials, including Cardinal Pietro Parolin, as well......