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Rwanda and Belgium Sever Diplomatic Relations Over DR Congo Conflict

Rwanda has officially severed diplomatic ties with Belgium, citing Belgium's active support of adversaries in the regional conflict involving the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In a statement released on Monday, Rwanda's foreign ministry announced the immediate termination of relations,......

A new phase for Syria: Brussels conference to address humanitarian and political challenges

The interim government in Damascus is set to participate on Monday in an international conference aimed at securing aid for Syria, a nation grappling with severe humanitarian crises and an uncertain political future following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Since 2017, the European Union has hosted this......

Xi Jinping declines EU invitation for anniversary summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping has turned down an invitation to attend a summit in Brussels commemorating the 50th anniversary of EU-China diplomatic relations, according to the Financial Times. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will represent China, meeting with the heads of the European Council and Commission.......

Tensions among G7 ministers amid Trump’s foreign policy shifts

Foreign ministers from major Western democracies gathered in Canada on Thursday following weeks of rising tensions between President Donald Trump and his allies, triggered by his shifts in foreign policy regarding Ukraine and the imposition of tariffs. The two-day meeting in La Malbaie, Quebec, brought......

Strengthening Europe's security: Spain’s commitment to military spending and strategy

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has expressed his readiness to accelerate military spending and advocates for a strategy that ensures Europe’s protection on all fronts. During a joint appearance with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, Sánchez outlined his proposal to support......

Yolanda Díaz advocates for defense spending but calls for a clear defense policy

Spain, along with the European Union, is confronting the challenge of increasing defense spending. Yolanda Díaz, the country’s second deputy prime minister, addressed this issue on Monday in Brussels, stating that the current situation is marked by uncertainty due to the change in U.S. administration......

Macron to address nation amid global uncertainty

French President Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to speak to the nation on Wednesday at 8 p.m. local time, following a post on social media platform X. He stated that, during this period of uncertainty and major global challenges, he would address the public. The announcement comes as European Union leaders......

EU plans $842bn defence strategy to strengthen Europe's security

The European Commission (EC) President, Ursula von der Leyen, has put forward a comprehensive five-point plan to mobilize approximately 800 billion euros ($842 billion) to enhance Europe’s defense capabilities. This plan is also designed to provide "immediate" military support to Ukraine......

Spain strengthens ties with Morocco, reaffirms support for Sahara sovereignty

Spain views Morocco as a critical ally, with Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares calling it a “strategic partner of the highest order” during a recent interview with El País. Spain remains firmly supportive of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara region, which has been......