Tag: Antonio Guterres

DIPLOMACY

UN chief expresses optimism for Syria following the conclusion of the Assad regime

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed optimism regarding the situation in Syria following the recent ousting of President Bashar al-Assad by rebel forces. During his visit to South Africa on Wednesday, he remarked, “As we speak, we are witnessing the reshaping of the Middle East. … We also see some signs of hope, particularly stemming from the conclusion of the Syrian dictatorship.” For five decades, … Continue reading UN chief expresses optimism for Syria following the conclusion of the Assad regime

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
DISPUTES

Germany’s Scholz defends his talks with Putin ahead of snap elections

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that his recent discussion with Vladimir Putin did not reveal any change in the Russian President’s stance regarding the war in Ukraine. However, he defended his controversial choice to reach out to the Kremlin. The hour-long conversation, which marked their first direct interaction in nearly two years, took place just three months ahead of snap elections. Scholz faces significant challenges … Continue reading Germany’s Scholz defends his talks with Putin ahead of snap elections

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DEFENCE

Israel Katz, the new Defence Minister, is called a “bulldozer” by Israeli media for his assertive approach

Israel’s newly appointed Defence Minister, Israel Katz, is recognized for his confrontational approach and has been a steadfast ally of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu for many years. In a significant move announced late Tuesday, Netanyahu dismissed Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a loss of trust during the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. “Trust has diminished over the past few months. Consequently, I have decided … Continue reading Israel Katz, the new Defence Minister, is called a “bulldozer” by Israeli media for his assertive approach

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and participants in the outreach/BRICS Plus format meeting pose for a family photo during the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia.
TOP STORIES

BRICS is gaining momentum as common concerns with the West strengthen the alliance

As concerns regarding the U.S. elections loomed over this week’s gathering of global finance leaders in Washington, a beaming Vladimir Putin was in Kazan, Russia, welcoming representatives from BRICS nations that collectively account for nearly half of the world’s population. While the BRICS coalition of emerging economies is still far from competing with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) or challenging the supremacy of the U.S. … Continue reading BRICS is gaining momentum as common concerns with the West strengthen the alliance

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DIPLOMACY

Macron pledged 100 million euros at a conference to assist Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday that France would provide Lebanon with 100 million euros during an aid conference held in Paris, which aimed for significant financial support despite limited diplomatic outcomes. “The war must come to an end as soon as possible; a ceasefire in Lebanon is essential,” Macron stated while seated next to Prime Minister Najib Mikati. In response, Mikati urged the … Continue reading Macron pledged 100 million euros at a conference to assist Lebanon

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TOP STORIES

Israel says U.N. Secretary-General would be denied entry into the country

Israel’s foreign minister announced on Wednesday that U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres would be denied entry into the country due to his failure to “unequivocally” condemn Iran‘s missile strikes against Israel. On Tuesday, Iran launched over 180 ballistic missiles at Israel amid heightened tensions involving its ally Hezbollah in Lebanon. While many missiles were intercepted, some managed to breach Israel’s missile defense systems, although no casualties … Continue reading Israel says U.N. Secretary-General would be denied entry into the country

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