German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn mixed reactions, yet many see it as a strategically essential move. Scholz aims to address domestic concerns following state elections that highlighted public anxiety over the…
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for the first time in nearly two years, according to reports from German media. The hour-long call took place after Scholz hinted at the possibility of communication with Putin, stating…
As pressures mount from European countries for a diplomatic resolution regarding Iran’s nuclear program, Tehran has expressed willingness to participate in negotiations, emphasizing that it will not yield to intimidation. During a visit from Rafael Grossi, head of the International…
In a significant diplomatic step, Cyprus and Azerbaijan held their first-ever bilateral meeting between their foreign ministers, Constantinos Kombos and Jeyhun Bayramov, in Baku on the sidelines of the COP29 climate summit. Despite Azerbaijan’s recognition of the Republic of Cyprus,…
Post-election, Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing the Ukraine war and cautioning against its escalation. Trump emphasized the significant U.S. military presence in Europe and both leaders expressed interest in further negotiations to seek an end to…
Fayyad Al-Ruwaili, the Chief of Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces, is set to travel to Tehran today to meet with his Iranian counterpart. The two officials are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral defense ties, highlighting a significant diplomatic…
Fayyad al-Ruwaili, Saudi Arabia’s Armed Forces chief, is set to visit Tehran for talks with Iranian military leader Major General Mohammad Bagheri. This meeting, part of efforts to enhance defense cooperation, follows a March 2023 agreement to restore relations after…
Qatar has announced a suspension of its mediation efforts between Hamas and Israel, following a single truce in November 2023. The country refuted claims of withdrawing from negotiations, stating that it would only resume when all parties demonstrate sincere willingness…
The ongoing negotiations between Greece and Turkey are under scrutiny as international relations expert Theodoros Tsikas assesses the implications of Donald Trump’s election on the bilateral dialogue. Tsikas highlights that Trump may prioritize Turkey’s geopolitical significance over Greece, potentially complicating…
Over the past year, Qatar has positioned itself as a mediator in the complex negotiations between Hamas and Israel, demonstrating a willingness to engage despite repeated setbacks. The assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran highlighted frustrations within Qatar…
Following Donald Trump’s reelection, Swiss Ambassador to the U.S., Ralf Heckner, expresses confidence in maintaining strong ties between Switzerland and the U.S. Heckner emphasizes preparedness for collaboration, drawing insights from prior experiences under Trump’s first term. Addressing concerns over potential…
President Michael D. Higgins of Ireland congratulated Donald Trump on his election as U.S. President, acknowledging the historical ties between the two nations as they celebrate a century of diplomacy. In his letter, Higgins noted that 32 million Americans have…
