German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed optimism on Wednesday that an agreement could be reached "in the coming days" in the ongoing tariff dispute between the United States and the European Union.
Speaking after a meeting with the heads of Germany’s 16 states, Merz said he remained confident that progress toward a resolution with Washington was within reach.
"I once again voiced my hope that step by step we come to a solution with the American government. I remain confident that this will happen in the coming days," Merz told reporters.
The European Commission, which leads trade negotiations on behalf of the 27-member bloc, continues talks aimed at resolving the dispute.
The 65th General Assembly of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC) convened in Baku on June 18, bringing together parliamentary delegations and international representatives to discuss regional cooperation and sustainable development.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced deep concern Wednesday over the escalating military clashes between Israel and Iran, calling for immediate de-escalation and warning against further international involvement.
US President Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on military strikes against Iran, emphasizing he prefers to decide at the last moment amid escalating tensions following Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites.
Fahrettin Altun, head of Türkiye’s Presidential Communications Directorate, announced that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will make a working visit to Türkiye on June 20.
President Ilham Aliyev to Pay Official Visit to Türkiye
The 65th General Assembly of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC) convened in Baku on June 18, bringing together parliamentary delegations and international representatives to discuss regional cooperation and sustainable development.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced deep concern Wednesday over the escalating military clashes between Israel and Iran, calling for immediate de-escalation and warning against further international involvement.
US President Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on military strikes against Iran, emphasizing he prefers to decide at the last moment amid escalating tensions following Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites.
Fahrettin Altun, head of Türkiye’s Presidential Communications Directorate, announced that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will make a working visit to Türkiye on June 20.
President Ilham Aliyev to Pay Official Visit to Türkiye
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.
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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.
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the escalating Middle East tensions and stressed the need for urgent de-escalation and diplomatic efforts to prevent further conflict.
At the second China-Central Asia Summit held in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, China and five Central Asian countries signed the "Treaty of Eternal Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation," establishing a new legal foundation for strategic partnership.
Smoke rises over Tehran as Israeli airstrikes and Iranian missile attacks push regional tensions to the brink. Dozens of civilian casualties have been reported on both sides.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that interest rate forecasts may change based on future data and highlighted expected inflation growth in the coming months.
Tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate, with Tehran condemning Israel’s airstrikes and emphasizing its defensive stance.
The 65th General Assembly of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC) convened in Baku on June 18, bringing together parliamentary delegations and international representatives to discuss regional cooperation and sustainable development.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced deep concern Wednesday over the escalating military clashes between Israel and Iran, calling for immediate de-escalation and warning against further international involvement.
US President Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on military strikes against Iran, emphasizing he prefers to decide at the last moment amid escalating tensions following Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites.
Fahrettin Altun, head of Türkiye’s Presidential Communications Directorate, announced that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will make a working visit to Türkiye on June 20.
President Ilham Aliyev to Pay Official Visit to Türkiye
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