Moldova interested in diversifying gas supplies via Azerbaijan
Moldova is interested in importing natural gas from Azerbaijan to diversify its energy sources and enhance national energy security, the country’s energy minister said in Baku.
Russia’s envoy to the United Nations, Vasily Alekseevich Nebenzya, said Moscow is waiting for “appropriate signals” from Washington on diplomatic contacts but holds low expectations for improved relations with the U.S. delegation at the U.N.
In an interview with Russia’s state-run news agency RIA, Nebenzya stated that Moscow remains open to discussions with the United States on Ukraine “on an equal basis”, with Russian interests acknowledged. His remarks come as U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that progress is being made in talks with Russia, though details remain undisclosed.
"We are open to contacts but on an equal basis and, as a requirement, taking account of Russian interests," Nebenzya said, emphasizing that Moscow is still waiting for a response from Washington.
Trump, who has pledged to end the war in Ukraine, has not publicly outlined his strategy. However, in an interview aboard Air Force One, he indicated that discussions with both Russia and Ukraine are ongoing, though he refrained from specifying their nature.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov declined to confirm or deny reports of direct conversations between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Despite diplomatic tensions, Nebenzya acknowledged that relations between Russian and U.S. diplomats at the United Nations have remained “pretty good.” Yet, he criticized the U.S. delegation that chaired the U.N. Security Council under President Joe Biden, calling it one of the worst for disregarding procedural norms.
His remarks underscored Moscow’s skepticism toward future engagement, as he noted that American diplomatic statements are often shaped by domestic political considerations rather than a genuine commitment to dialogue.
Aid groups in Myanmar’s worst-hit areas urgently need shelter, food, and water after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed over 2,700 people. Rescue efforts face challenges due to ongoing civil war, damaged infrastructure, and restricted aid access, with the toll expected to rise.
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was banned from running for public office for five years after being convicted of embezzlement, ruling her out of the 2027 presidential race. She received a four-year prison sentence, with two years suspended, and a €100,000 fine. Le Pen plans to appeal.
The Armenian armed forces attempted three reconnaissance drone flights over Azerbaijan Army positions near Gerenzur, but all were successfully intercepted. Meanwhile, Armenian units repeatedly fired on Azerbaijani positions from multiple regions, escalating tensions in the area.
The inaugural Samarkand International Climate Forum will kick off on 4th April at the Silk Road Samarkand Congress Center in Uzbekistan. The high-profile forum will be held under the theme "Central Asia Facing Global Climate Challenges: Consolidation for Shared Prosperity."
Türkiye is committed to advancing the Southern Gas Corridor and supporting regional cooperation on green energy, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said.
The U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, and Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul met on Thursday in Brussels to discuss a trilateral cooperation at strengthening the security of their countries and the broader Indo-Pacific region.
Efforts to mediate peace in Ukraine continue as key diplomatic figures engage in discussions aimed at reducing hostilities and addressing humanitarian concerns.
Diplomatic relations between Russia and Moldova have come under renewed focus following recent developments involving the two countries' embassies. The situation reflects ongoing complexities in bilateral engagement and the importance both sides place on diplomatic protocol and international norms.
China has hit back at Washington with a new wave of tariffs and export restrictions, escalating trade tensions as it targets key U.S. imports and rare-earth materials critical to advanced industries.
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