US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor urged both nations to resolve trade frictions through predictable taxation and stronger IP protections. Speaking in Mumbai, Gor highlighted the $240 billion bilateral trade volume and the goal of reaching $500 billion by 2030.
An official petition in Canada's House of Commons calling for the expulsion of US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra surpassed 171,000 signatures, driven by simmering discontent over US-Canada diplomatic tensions and tariff disputes.
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee condemned Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian homes in the West Bank as "terrorists", citing a days-long blockade leaving 15 Palestinians, including children, without basic necessities. Despite IDF claims of dismantling outposts, the siege continued.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee condemned a days-long settler siege on an American Palestinian family's home in the West Bank village of Qusra as a 'horrific act of terror,' prompting military intervention and evacuations.
More than 70,000 Canadians signed a petition calling for US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra to be expelled over alleged political interference and normalising threats to annex Canada, amid tense trade talks.
The US Senate confirmed former Republican congressman David Brat as the new US ambassador to Australia, ending a nearly 20-month vacancy. Brat's priorities include critical minerals, defence cooperation, and AUKUS.
The US Senate confirmed former Republican congressman David Brat as the new US ambassador to Australia, ending a nearly 20-month vacancy for the diplomatic post in Canberra.
Former Virginia congressman David Brat has been confirmed by the US Senate as the next US ambassador to Australia, ending an 18-month vacancy following Caroline Kennedy's departure.
The US administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, following Brazil's denial of visas to American diplomats and delays in approving Washington's ambassadorial nominee.
The US administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, in retaliation for Brazil denying visas to American diplomats and stalling the approval of Trump's ambassadorial nominee.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed U.S. Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna via presidential decree. Stefanishyna stated the departure was her own decision due to personal circumstances, coinciding with a broader reshuffle of top Ukrainian officials.
New U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel emphasized the expansion of the US-South Korea alliance into shipbuilding cooperation, citing Seoul's $150 billion investment and specific Korean company projects. She stated strengthening the alliance is her top priority.
US Ambassador Warren Stephens warned the UK could face tariffs if Prime Minister Andy Burnham raises taxes on American tech giants, also criticizing the government's social media ban for under 16s.
Tan has been indicted without detention by the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office on multiple defamation charges against President Lee, despite police initially closing the case due to jurisdiction concerns over Tan's foreign nationality and statements made in the US.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko resigned Sunday, with reports suggesting she will become Kyiv's ambassador to the US. President Zelenskyy announced broader changes in law enforcement and a "political strategy" shift. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack hit Russia's Syzran oil refinery, killing one, and Russia suspended shipping in the Sea of Azov due to drone activity.
US Ambassador to Belgium Bill White became embroiled in a media incident after two reporters from The European Correspondent accused him of sending threatening emails. The journalists, who questioned White about the alleged emails, were subsequently "roughly" ejected from a party by Belgian police, who described them as an "active threat."
US Ambassador Matthew Whitaker described NATO tensions over defense spending as "growing pains" ahead of the Ankara summit, stating the US expects Europe to take over conventional defense while the US does "less." Allies agreed to a 5% GDP defense spending target by 2035.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to attend the annual Nato summit in Ankara amid pressure from the US to increase defence spending. Despite a recent £15bn boost, the UK's commitment as a proportion of GDP is projected to rise slowly, falling short of Nato's targets. US Ambassador to Nato, Matt Whitaker, has urged members lagging behind to step up, implying the UK is among them. New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is pushing for a dramatic increase post-2030.
US diplomat Raymond Greene urged Taiwan to develop a 'hornet's nest' of drones to deter conflict, citing their effectiveness in Ukraine. Taiwan seeks to bolster defenses against China, with proposed drone packages facing legislative hurdles and differing approaches from the ruling party and opposition.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor highlighted the personal friendship between President Trump and PM Modi, recalling Trump's eagerness to call Modi at 6 am India time. Gor emphasized that this rapport is a key driver of the strong US-India relationship, which both leaders are committed to strengthening across trade, defense, and technology.
US Ambassador Sergio Gor announced the initial US-India trade deal is in its "final steps." India recorded its fifth driest June in over a century, impacting agriculture. Delhi authorities began a month-long voter list revision, while Pakistan discussed Indus Water Treaty rights amid discord. Congress leader Ajay Rai claimed detention in Ayodhya.
Venice activists plan to protest the upcoming visit of US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta and his $450m superyacht, "Boardwalk," fearing it will disrupt the Festa del Redentore and highlighting concerns about wealthy individuals "using" the city.
Keir Starmer has stepped down as UK Prime Minister after two years, citing the need to quit in good grace. His tenure saw a record fall in immigration, progress on NHS waiting times, a mixed picture on crime, a surge in renewable energy, and efforts to boost home ownership, though political turmoil persisted.
India and the US have finalized the framework of a trade agreement, but its implementation is stalled by New Delhi's need to secure a competitive tariff advantage over rival nations, according to Union Minister Piyush Goyal. The key hurdle is ensuring Indian exports face lower duties than those from competing countries.
