Western leaders gathered in Rome to discuss Syria’s post-Assad future, emphasizing inclusivity, justice, and territorial integrity as crucial for sustained peace and reconciliation.
Foreign ministers from the United States, Italy, Britain, France, and Germany convened in Rome to coordinate responses to Syria’s transition following the ousting of its autocratic leader.
The meeting focused on assisting Syria’s provisional government and society in addressing the challenges of the post-Assad era. Notably, Turkiye, a key player in Syria's political transition, was not invited to the talks.
An EU press release underscored the importance of inclusiveness, protecting minorities, upholding the rule of law, and ensuring justice and accountability as key conditions for lasting peace. The EU reiterated its support for a Syrian-led, Syrian-owned process with backing from the United Nations.
More than 2 million Syrian refugees and internally displaced persons have returned to their homes since December, according to the UN refugee agency, which emphasized the urgent need for a political resolution to prevent renewed instability.
Iraq has officially reopened the Qaim border crossing with Syria, allowing trade and passenger traffic to resume in a key step toward restoring economic and diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Forced displacement worldwide has hit a record 122.1 million, driven by conflicts in Sudan, Ukraine, and beyond, as humanitarian needs soar.
Türkiye’s Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, has announced that Turkish low-cost carrier AJet will begin operating regular flights to Damascus later this month.
From Sofia to Syria, a tale of fake leaks, forged documents, and one target: Azerbaijan.
The World Bank is pushing for “radical” debt transparency from developing countries to prevent future financial crises, warning that hidden debts are fueling instability.
Canada warns the U.S. to reach a trade deal by July 21 or face new steel and aluminum tariffs, as PM Carney vows to protect Canadian workers from U.S. measures.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighboring regions early Thursday, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
SpaceX’s massive Starship spacecraft dramatically exploded late Wednesday night during testing at the company’s test site in Brownsville, Texas. The incident marks the latest setback for billionaire Elon Musk’s ambitious plan to send humans to Mars.
The 19th General Assembly of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) is underway in St. Petersburg, Russia. The gathering, which brings together 41 news agencies from 33 countries, is being hosted by the TASS news agency as part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Peace is no longer a dream. It is a discussion. On the streets of Baku and Yerevan, it is also a question, of trust, of foreign interests, and of who truly wants it.
Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has cancelled certain flights scheduled for 13th and 14th June amid recent escalation of situation in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in several countries for security reasons.
The 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit was held June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, under Canada’s presidency. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed the meeting around priorities of protecting communities, energy and climate security, the digital transition, and future partnerships.
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Canada warns the U.S. to reach a trade deal by July 21 or face new steel and aluminum tariffs, as PM Carney vows to protect Canadian workers from U.S. measures.
SpaceX’s massive Starship spacecraft dramatically exploded late Wednesday night during testing at the company’s test site in Brownsville, Texas. The incident marks the latest setback for billionaire Elon Musk’s ambitious plan to send humans to Mars.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief strongly rejects allegations that the IAEA Board of Governors' report of the 12 June provided Israel with the justification to attack Iran.
Denmark announced it will continue backing Ukraine’s bid for European Union membership despite Hungary’s ongoing blockade, as it prepares to assume the presidency of the European Council on 1 July.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has underscored the urgent need to ramp up international pressure on Russia following Moscow’s defence of the Iranian regime.
The World Bank is pushing for “radical” debt transparency from developing countries to prevent future financial crises, warning that hidden debts are fueling instability.
Canada warns the U.S. to reach a trade deal by July 21 or face new steel and aluminum tariffs, as PM Carney vows to protect Canadian workers from U.S. measures.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighboring regions early Thursday, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
SpaceX’s massive Starship spacecraft dramatically exploded late Wednesday night during testing at the company’s test site in Brownsville, Texas. The incident marks the latest setback for billionaire Elon Musk’s ambitious plan to send humans to Mars.
The 19th General Assembly of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) is underway in St. Petersburg, Russia. The gathering, which brings together 41 news agencies from 33 countries, is being hosted by the TASS news agency as part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
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