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08:24
Australia and Indonesia

Australia and Indonesia announce new bilateral security treaty

Australia and Indonesia have agreed a new bilateral treaty on security and defence cooperation, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a joint press conference with Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday (12 November).

05:37
‘Mellon Blue’ diamond

‘Mellon Blue’ diamond fetches $26.6 million at Geneva auction

A 9.51-carat fancy vivid blue diamond, known as the ‘Mellon Blue’, sold for 20.5 million Swiss francs ($26.6 million) at Christie’s auction in Geneva on Tuesday (11 November), including fees. The pear-shaped gem had been estimated to sell between $20 million and $30 million.

03:32
France and Gaza

France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state

In a significant step toward supporting Palestinian statehood, French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Tuesday (11 November) that France will assist the Palestinian Authority in drafting a new constitution for a future Palestinian state.

02:56
Mali

Mali PM accuses France and Algeria of backing terrorists

Mali's Prime Minister, General Abdoulaye Maiga, sharply criticised France and Algeria on Tuesday (11 November) for allegedly supporting terrorist groups operating in the Sahel region. His comments came during the opening of the Bamako Military Exhibition (BAMEX).

01:58
Russia and Kazakhstan

Putin and Tokayev meet informally ahead of formal summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met informally on Tuesday ahead of their formal summit scheduled for the following day. The informal discussions were held at the Kremlin, with both leaders expressing optimism about their growing bilateral cooperation.

14:00
King Felipe and China

King Felipe heads to China for more Spanish courtship

King Felipe will embark on the first state visit to China by a Spanish monarch in 18 years on Tuesday, as Spain seeks to deepen its ties with Beijing, positioning itself as the most proactive European Union country in courting China.

12:08
Iran-U.S.

Iran seeks 'peaceful nuclear deal' with U.S.

Iran is seeking a "peaceful" nuclear agreement with the United States to resolve a longstanding dispute but will not compromise on its national security, Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Tuesday.

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