Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin Friday at 4 p.m. local time, brokered by Qatar, the US, and Iran. The truce aims to de-escalate months of cross-border hostilities and prevent wider regional conflict, though neither party has officially commented.
Turkey offers mediation for Ukraine, while tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz with potential US-Iran deals. Reports detail military actions in Ukraine, drone attacks, and international diplomatic exchanges involving leaders like Trump, Putin, Lukashenko, and Macron.
Qatar's discreet mediation, characterized by patience, access, and shuttle diplomacy, ultimately secured the US-Iran ceasefire, outmaneuvering Pakistan's more public efforts. Doha's credibility with Tehran and established lines to Washington proved crucial.
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and his former wife, Roh Soh-yeong, attended a court mediation session for their divorce settlement. The case involves the division of assets, particularly Chey's SK Inc. stocks, with Roh's side claiming they are marital property.
Iran's foreign minister and Pakistan's PM claim a peace deal with the US is close, but President Trump furiously denies Iran's leaked terms, calling them lies. Disagreements persist over uranium enrichment, Strait of Hormuz control, and frozen assets.
Qatar's mediation efforts to bridge the gap between Washington and Tehran have concluded without new understandings or breakthroughs. The talks come amid escalating military tensions and stalled negotiations, raising concerns about the prospects for a diplomatic settlement.
US President Donald Trump stated that Pakistan is continuing its mediation efforts in negotiations with Iran. He mentioned that Pakistani representatives are working to encourage Iran to "do what's right" for a meaningful deal.
Iran launched missiles at Israel after Israel struck Beirut’s southern suburbs, escalating tensions and complicating ceasefire mediation. The dispute is now tied to Lebanon, Hezbollah, and wider talks involving the U.S., Pakistan, Egypt, and Qatar.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia's national interests are the main priority, even with respect to US mediation efforts concerning Ukraine. He emphasized that these interests take precedence over any external mediation.
The 3rd Global Islamic Economy Summit in Istanbul featured a panel on capital formation and intermediation, discussing participation banking, Islamic capital markets, sukuk, investment funds, and private equity. Turkey's Wealth Fund manages over $360 billion and highlighted sukuk issuance and tech investments.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a renewed ceasefire, mediated by the US, requiring Hezbollah to cease fire and withdraw from southern Lebanon. New pilot zones controlled by the Lebanese Armed Forces are a key element of the deal.
India has strongly rejected Nepal's request for UK intervention in the India-Nepal border dispute, calling it a bilateral issue with established mechanisms for resolution. Nepal's PM had suggested UK mediation, citing the dispute's origins during British rule.
Despite claims by US President Donald Trump of brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, clashes persist. Israel conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah launched rockets and drones towards northern Israel. Netanyahu stated Israel would strike Beirut if attacks continued, but reportedly withdrew the plan following Trump's intervention.
Over 30 gallons of fuel reportedly leaked onto the National Mall during a 250th anniversary event, with organizers blaming vandals for tampering with generator fuel lines. Cleanup efforts are underway, though the exact amount spilled is disputed.
Cambodia has initiated UN mediation proceedings after Thailand unilaterally terminated a 2001 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for joint oil and gas exploration in the Gulf of Thailand. The MOU covered a disputed area estimated to hold $300 billion in natural gas and oil reserves.
Pakistan is spending an estimated $900,000 monthly on US lobbying efforts, totaling $10-12 million annually, according to FARA filings. This occurs as the nation faces economic challenges, a water crisis, rising fuel prices, and a heavy debt burden, while its military leadership claims India sought US mediation during military tensions.
Pakistan is spending an estimated $900,000 monthly on US lobbying efforts, totaling $10-12 million annually, according to FARA filings. This occurs as the nation faces economic challenges, a water crisis, rising fuel prices, and a heavy debt burden.
US President Donald Trump announced he mediated a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, stating both sides agreed to halt hostilities. He also emphasized ongoing peace talks with Iran, aiming to prevent the conflict from derailing a potential deal and stabilize oil prices.
EU foreign policy chief praises Pakistan's mediation between US and Iran, averting war. Germany urges Israel to cease fire in Lebanon. Iran executes two over protests. US-Iran nuclear talks continue with tougher US conditions.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas lauded Pakistan's role in mediating between the US and Iran, crediting its efforts with preventing a wider war. Meanwhile, Germany's Foreign Minister called for an urgent ceasefire in Lebanon amid escalating Israeli military operations.
EU's Kaja Kallas praised Pakistan's mediation between the US and Iran, preventing war. Germany's Heiko Maas urged an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon amid escalating Israeli operations. Meanwhile, Iran executed two men over protests and faces renewed US pressure on its nuclear program.
Israeli PM Netanyahu ordered attacks on Hezbollah-controlled southern Beirut suburbs, citing ceasefire violations. Iran stated Israeli attacks in Lebanon delay US-Iran conflict resolution, demanding a Lebanon ceasefire as part of any deal.
Kakao Corp. and its labor union engage in second mediation round over wage disputes, including demands for restricted stock unit grants, with strike action looming if talks fail.
Kakao Corp.'s labor union and management to mediate wage disputes on May 27, with strike rights for five unions at stake if mediation fails, amidst South Korea's push for performance-based bonuses.
