Four killed in Gaza as ceasefire talks struggle to make progress
Four Palestinians, including an eight-year-old boy, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Monday (8 June), according to local health officials...
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani in Moscow on Thursday, with discussions expected to center on the ongoing situation in Ukraine and broader Middle Eastern regional affairs, the Kremlin announced on Wednesday.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that the two leaders will exchange views on Ukraine, a key topic given Qatar’s recent efforts to mediate between Russia and Ukraine. "There will definitely be an exchange of views between Putin and the Emir of Qatar on Ukrainian affairs," Peskov told reporters. He added that the talks would also cover regional issues, noting the Middle East’s ongoing conflicts and Qatar’s significant role in attempting to resolve various situations.
Peskov highlighted Qatar’s efforts to facilitate dialogue, including its role in helping reunite children separated from their parents during the war between Russia and Ukraine. The small Gulf nation has positioned itself as a neutral party, actively engaging in diplomatic efforts to mediate between the warring sides.
The Emir of Qatar is expected to arrive in Moscow on Wednesday for the meeting with President Putin, which comes amid broader discussions about trade and economic relations. Peskov expressed appreciation for the existing level of trade and economic cooperation between Russia and Qatar, emphasizing the importance of their confidential dialogues on sensitive issues.
The talks come at a time when geopolitical tensions continue to shape the global landscape, with Qatar playing an increasingly prominent role in regional diplomacy, particularly in the context of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the complex dynamics of the Middle East.
Counting is underway in Armenia's elections. The results of the vote are set to determine the political direction of the country of three million people for the next few years. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is hoping to fend off challenges from several pro-Russia candidates to secure a third term.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's party is on course for victory, with Armenian media reporting that the country's Central Election Commission has completed the vote count in the parliamentary elections. An official announcement is still expected.
Armenian authorities arrested six candidates from the pro-Russian Strong Armenia bloc on Saturday, one day before voters were due to take part in parliamentary elections.
Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has confirmed the number of casualties its citizens suffered as a result of the 5 June drone attacks on the cargo ships Natra and Zircon in the Sea of Azov. In a statement, it said four Azerbaijani citizens were killed and four others were injured.
The results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections will determine the makeup of the National Assembly and shape the country's political direction for the foreseeable future. But in Armenia, the final result is not decided by vote percentages alone. Here's how it works.
Four Palestinians, including an eight-year-old boy, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Monday (8 June), according to local health officials, as mediators continued efforts to preserve a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Kazakhstan will require major businesses to introduce five-year water-saving plans as authorities warn that worsening shortages could threaten not only the environment but also the country's economy.
The United Nations has expressed concern over reports that women in western Afghanistan have been arrested and detained for allegedly failing to comply with Taliban dress requirements.
Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has confirmed the number of casualties its citizens suffered as a result of the 5 June drone attacks on the cargo ships Natra and Zircon in the Sea of Azov. In a statement, it said four Azerbaijani citizens were killed and four others were injured.
The United Nations has warned that Afghanistan has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world, with around 600 mothers dying for every 100,000 live births.
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