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Anti-government demonstrations in Serbia intensified on Saturday (August 16), as police deployed teargas and crowd-control vehicles to disperse protes...
The G7 countries reaffirmed their support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty. They positively assessed the meeting between the US and Ukraine held on March 11 in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of a ceasefire.
The G7 demanded that Russia agree to a ceasefire on equal terms and stated that if an agreement was not reached, additional sanctions and support would be implemented.
Furthermore, they highlighted the importance of the release of war prisoners and detainees, the return of Ukrainian children, and the provision of reliable security guarantees. The G7 also confirmed their continued support for Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction process.
The G7 condemned the military assistance provided to Russia by North Korea, Iran, and China, and stated that more serious measures would be taken against these countries. They expressed concern about the impact of the war on civilians and infrastructure and pledged to continue working together to ensure Ukraine remains democratic and free.
The G7 called for Hamas to release hostages and return bodies to their families, emphasized the need for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza, and stressed the importance of securing a lasting ceasefire. They supported a political solution for the Palestinian people through negotiations and called for joint action to ensure peace and stability in the Middle East.
The G7 expressed concern about escalating tensions in the West Bank, affirmed Israel's right to self-defense, and stated that Hamas should have no future role in Gaza. They supported efforts for peace and stability in Syria and Lebanon, calling for the rejection of terrorism in Syria.
Finally, the G7 highlighted Iran's contribution to regional instability and stressed the importance of preventing the development of nuclear weapons. They called on Iran to pursue diplomatic solutions and refrain from using violent means.
The G7 reaffirmed their commitment to preserving a free, open, and secure environment in the Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing sovereignty, territorial integrity, and human rights principles in addressing regional tensions.
They opposed unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the East and South China Seas through force or coercion and stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
The G7 expressed concerns regarding China's nuclear weapons and military buildup, advocating for transparency and dialogue. They called on North Korea to abandon its nuclear weapons and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
In discussions about Haiti and Venezuela, the G7 emphasized supporting local police and increasing the role of the UN for stability. They also called for an end to violence in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo, demanding the protection of civilians.
Lastly, the G7 supported strengthening sanctions and combating hybrid warfare.
A powerful eruption at Japan’s Shinmoedake volcano sent an ash plume more than 3,000 metres high on Sunday morning, prompting safety warnings from authorities.
According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Oaxaca region of Mexico on Saturday.
A resumption of Iraq’s Kurdish oil exports is not expected in the near term, sources familiar with the matter said on Friday, despite an announcement by Iraq’s federal government a day earlier stating that shipments would resume immediately.
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 56 kilometres east of Gorgan in northern Iran early Sunday morning, according to preliminary seismic data.
A deadly heatwave has claimed 1,180 lives in Spain since May, with elderly people most at risk, prompting calls for urgent social support.
Anti-government demonstrations in Serbia intensified on Saturday (August 16), as police deployed teargas and crowd-control vehicles to disperse protesters in Belgrade.
US President Donald Trump is pushing for a trilateral summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as early as 22 August, according to Axios.
Air Canada announced Saturday that it has suspended all flights after 10,000 flight attendants launched a strike, forcing Canada’s largest airline to halt operations of both Air Canada and its low-cost subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge.
At least 31 people, including seven children and a pregnant woman, were killed and 13 others injured in artillery shelling by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on El Fasher’s Abu Shouk displacement camp in North Darfur on Saturday, volunteer groups said.
The State Department confirmed on Saturday that all visitor visas for individuals from Gaza are on hold while it conducts “a full and thorough” review. Officials said only “a small number” of temporary medical-humanitarian visas had been issued in recent days but declined to give figures.
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