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World leaders welcomed the 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine has agreed to, calling it a step toward ending the conflict with Russia.
In a joint statement, Ukraine and the U.S. said they aim to reach a lasting peace agreement and finalize a deal on Ukraine’s critical mineral resources.
"This is a positive development that can be a step towards a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace for Ukraine. The ball is now in Russia’s court. The EU is ready to play its full part, together with its partners, in the upcoming peace negotiations."
"We welcome today’s news from Jeddah on the U.S.-Ukraine talks, including the proposal for a ceasefire agreement. The EU stands ready to support the process to ensure a lasting peace."
"I had an important meeting in Jeddah today with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and thanked him for hosting this week’s meetings on Ukraine as we press for peace. We also discussed ways to advance shared interests and address conflicts in the region."
"Ukraine has once again demonstrated its willingness to seek a just and lasting peace. Now Russia must respond. Ensuring peace and security guarantees will be key priorities moving forward."
"I welcome the progress made in the U.S.-Ukraine discussions in Jeddah, particularly the idea of a possible 30-day ceasefire. The ball is now in Russia’s court. France and its partners remain committed to a solid and lasting peace, backed by strong security guarantees for Ukraine."
"It seems like the Americans and Ukrainians have taken an important step towards peace. Europe stands ready to help reach a just and lasting resolution."
"As both American and Ukrainian delegations have said, the ball is now in the Russian court. I congratulate President Zelenskiy and President Trump for this remarkable breakthrough. The UK stands ready to help bring an end to this war in a way that allows Ukraine to enjoy lasting freedom."
Japan has lifted a tsunami advisory issued after an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 hit the country's northeastern region on Friday (12 December), the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said. The JMA had earlier put the earthquake's preliminary magnitude at 6.7.
Iran is preparing to host a multilateral regional meeting next week in a bid to mediate between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
The United States issued new sanctions targeting Venezuela on Thursday, imposing curbs on three nephews of President Nicolas Maduro's wife, as well as six crude oil tankers and shipping companies linked to them, as Washington ramps up pressure on Caracas.
The resignation of Bulgaria's government on Thursday (11 December) puts an end to an increasingly unpopular coalition but is likely to usher in a period of prolonged political instability on the eve of the Black Sea nation's entry into the euro zone.
An extratropical cyclone has caused widespread disruption across Brazil’s São Paulo state, with powerful winds toppling trees and power lines, blocking streets and leaving large parts of the region without electricity.
Britain’s King Charles III said on Friday, 12 December, that his cancer treatment is expected to be reduced in the coming year, using a televised address to urge people across the country to take part in cancer screening programmes, officials confirmed.
Talks aimed at ending the war between Ukraine and Russia are set to continue in Berlin this weekend, with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff due to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and senior European leaders, a U.S. official said.
Türkiye’s Trade Minister Omer Bolat said Friday that discussions in Washington with U.S. officials have strengthened efforts to expand bilateral trade, moving closer to a $100 billion target.
Lebanon is prepared to demarcate its border with Syria, President Joseph Aoun said on Friday, while noting that the dispute over the Shebaa Farms could be addressed at a later stage.
Greek farmers blocked the Port of Thessaloniki on Friday (12 December) as part of nationwide protests demanding delayed European Union subsidies and compensation for rising production costs and livestock losses.
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