WASHINGTON: The United States has imposed sanctions on three entities based in Iran and Russia over their alleged involvement in facilitating Iran’s military procurement efforts and the transportation of arms and related military materiel.The U.S. Department of State announced the measures on September 29, 2026, saying the action came one year after the reimposition of…
NEW YORK: G7 countries have stressed the importance of maritime security and the protection of navigational rights and freedoms in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait, calling on the Houthis in Yemen to immediately end attacks and threats against civilian shipping.In a joint statement issued on September 22, G7 foreign ministers said the situation…
NEW YORK: United Nations spokesperson Stephen Dujarric has said that Pakistan is playing a frontline role in the fight against terrorism, adding that UN Secretary-General António Guterres highly appreciates Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions in the region.In an interview with a private television channel, Stephen Dujarric said that the UN Secretary-General also appreciates…
UNITED NATIONS: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, speaking ahead of the UN General Assembly session, has called for urgent efforts to resolve conflicts around the world, including the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.Guterres urged the Houthis and Saudi Arabia to pursue dialogue to reduce tensions, stressing that negotiations between the two sides are essential…
RUSSELS:The European Union has announced plans to establish a new European Security Council involving close partners, including the United Kingdom, Canada and Ukraine.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has also proposed opening the way for Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member.” The proposal was made during her State of the European Union…
RUSSELS: The European Union has announced plans to establish a new European Security Council involving close partners, including the United Kingdom, Canada and Ukraine.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has also proposed opening the way for Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member.” The proposal was made during her State of the European…
NEW YORK: Russia and China have vetoed a U.S backed resolution at the UN Security Council concerning the monitoring of sanctions against Iran.The Security Council rejected a proposal to extend the mandate of the committee responsible for monitoring sanctions on Iran, while Russia and China opposed the use of the so-called “snapback mechanism” to reimpose…
BRUSSELS: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced €3.3 billion in funding for Ukraine.According to news agencies, von der Leyen discussed strengthening Ukraine’s defence and other issues during a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Von der Leyen said the €3.3 billion in funding would be used to purchase missiles and drones….
CANADA: Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand will join Prime Minister Mark Carney as part of Canada’s delegation to the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week in New York.According to Global Affairs Canada, Minister Anand will participate in a series of high-level meetings and events focused on pressing global challenges, international security…
NEW YORK: During her annual State of the European Union address at the European Parliament on September 16, 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced an invitation for Canada to become the European Union’s first-ever “Associate Member.” Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was present at the European Parliament for the historic announcement. Key…
