Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has strongly criticized the West's handling of the appointment of a new High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, calling it a 'calamitous practice' that bypasses the UN Security Council and exacerbates the country's crisis.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that Western attempts to appoint Louis Crischock as interim high representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina are without legal basis. She cited the Dayton Agreement, which does not recognize an acting high representative, and noted that only a UN Security Council-approved candidate can hold such powers.
Russia has never terminated its membership in the Steering Committee of the Peace Implementation Council, stated Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. She cited the 'chairmanship' of Christian Schmidt, supported by Western countries, as the reason for Russia's temporary participation freeze.
A draft resolution by the UN-sanctioned Board of Peace, led by Donald Trump, proposes broad legal immunity for its members and affiliates in Gaza, including immunity from arrest, detention, or legal proceedings. The draft also allows the Board to obtain public property in Gaza "free of charge", raising concerns over accountability, potential abuses, and legal authority.
EU naval vessels in Operation IRINI can now detain foreign tankers suspected of transporting Russian oil to curb funding for its military operation in Ukraine, announced EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.
Nickolay Mladenov, "high representative for Gaza," blamed Hamas for stalled ceasefire talks, citing refusal to disarm. Critics argue the US-backed Board of Peace's report is one-sided, ignoring Israeli violations and risking renewed conflict.
UN Under-Secretary-General Miguel Angel Moratinos stated the situation for Islam and Muslims in Russia is "perfect" and "excellent," citing good integration and relations with the Orthodox Church. He contrasted this with Europe and the US, which he described as having "contaminated" political scenarios regarding Islam.
UN Under-Secretary-General Miguel Angel Moratinos stated that Russia, as a significant global player, could provide new momentum for the UN Alliance of Civilizations, emphasizing its role as a platform for diplomacy and mutual understanding.
Russia urges the West to cease interference in Bosnia and Herzegovina, demanding the immediate closure of the High Representative's office to achieve true sovereignty for the country, adhering to the Dayton Agreement.
The EU's High Representative, Kaja Kallas, met Azerbaijan’s leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called “our strategic interest” in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and Central Asia, and to contribute to the regional peace process.
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas said there is a new momentum
