South Korean President Lee Jae Myung told U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit that the North Korean nuclear issue requires a unique approach, distinct from other global conflicts. Lee proposed a phased strategy, starting with halting nuclear material production and exporting existing materials, which Trump agreed to consider.
US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland were abruptly canceled Friday as Hezbollah and Israel engaged in their most violent clashes since a ceasefire. The escalation in Lebanon, with airstrikes and rocket fire resulting in casualties, overshadowed the planned negotiations aimed at addressing Iran's nuclear program and oil traffic.
US-Iran talks in Switzerland to implement a 14-point agreement to end their war have been cancelled. The cancellation came abruptly, with US envoy JD Vance not traveling. The move follows reports linking the delay to Israel's ongoing military campaign in Lebanon.
The EU's executive branch will engage with China to address trade imbalances and develop new trade defense tools to counter Chinese industrial overcapacity and reduce overdependence on the Chinese economy.
Donald Trump's press conference after the G-7 meeting revealed his administration's perceived weakness, particularly regarding the Iran deal. His arguments were unconvincing, and the image projected was one of submission rather than strength. Similar signs of difficulty were observed in his interactions with China, India, and Europe, indicating a shift in his foreign policy approach.
French President Macron and German Chancellor Merz clashed with EU leaders over opening communication channels with Vladimir Putin. They argued that the E3 (France, Germany, UK) should lead any future negotiations, while others supported European Council President Costa's efforts to establish a diplomatic channel.
EU leaders met for a two-day summit focusing on Ukraine support, the EU's next long-term budget, and global economic challenges. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged fast-track EU membership. Bulgaria threatened to veto sanctions on Russia over Lukoil. Leaders expressed skepticism about immediate peace talks with Russia.
Il Consiglio Europeo ha approvato all'unanimità le conclusioni del summit sull'Ucraina, con il via libera di tutti i 27 Stati membri. Inoltre, è stato deciso il rinnovo annuale delle sanzioni settoriali alla Russia, anziché semestrale.
Europe has a chance to attract investment and boost strategic autonomy but must reform and cut red tape to compete with the US and Asia, according to speakers at the FII Institute summit in Rome. Greater regulatory flexibility and faster decision-making are key to channeling capital into strategic sectors.
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his extensive work at the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan, which spanned over 15 hours of public events across two days. The summit included multilateral sessions, bilateral meetings, and the adoption of joint documents, culminating in Putin's participation in the launch of a new LNG plant.
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong requested Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the "special military operation" at the ASEAN summit. Putin provided detailed explanations of Russia's approaches and reasons for the operation.
Fran Contador, de la Fundación Contador, busca consolidar el proyecto ciclista "Polti Visit Malta" y aspira a ascender a la categoría WorldTour en 2027. Destaca la importancia de sumar puntos UCI y la dificultad de encontrar patrocinadores, aunque el ciclismo ofrece buen retorno de inversión.
Cambodian PM Hun Manet met with Russian President Putin at the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan, emphasizing Russia's significant role in global affairs, the UN, and strengthening ties with the Global South and Asia. He affirmed Cambodia's continued development of relations with Russia and China, calling Russia an important partner.
EU leaders met in Brussels to discuss support for Ukraine, including the opening of negotiation clusters for accession. They also addressed the EU's significant trade deficit with China and planned for the next long-term budget (2028-2034).
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's daughter, Ginevra Giambruno, made an appearance at the G7 Summit in France, drawing attention online. The article also details Meloni's past relationship with Andrea Giambruno, their separation, and rumors linking Meloni to Elon Musk.
Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers satirized Donald Trump's "childish" G7 summit conduct, his Iran deal, and geographical gaffes. Kimmel likened Trump's behavior to a shaken soda can, while Meyers questioned Trump's understanding of war and the Iran deal.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at a Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan. The leaders discussed the long-standing diplomatic relations between their countries, which will celebrate their 130th anniversary in 2025. Trade, economic partnership, and tourism were highlighted, with over 1.9 million Russians visiting Thailand in 2025.
The US has shown restraint in high-level contacts with Taiwan, with no movement towards arranging a call between leaders. This follows a previous call that led to a diplomatic protest from Beijing. No new US arms sales for Taiwan are expected soon.
Tech executives and global leaders at the G7 Summit debated AI innovation, safety, and strategic independence. Key discussions included calls for international AI governance forums, potential timelines for safeguards, and cooperation on AI development and risk mitigation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that the US-Iran memorandum of understanding will pave the way for future agreements. He noted that Russia and ASEAN countries welcomed the deal aimed at ending military confrontation and working towards peace, expecting it to stabilize the Middle East and positively impact global energy and food markets.
Reform UK politicians, including Nigel Farage, and a British crypto billionaire are set to attend the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will host 4,000 attendees from over 85 countries, featuring speakers like US Undersecretary of State Sarah B Rogers and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch.
The Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London will host politicians, advisors, and figures from across the populist right, including Reform UK MPs, a crypto billionaire, and Eton College masters. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will feature discussions on climate skepticism, Christian evangelical thinking, and US culture-war politics.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone at the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan, discussing Russian-Lao relations and cooperation expansion, with Laos showing support for Russia's stance on the Ukrainian crisis and UN initiatives.
Activists protested the SuperReturn private equity conference in Berlin, criticizing the industry's practices of wealth extraction and high debt financing. They argue that private equity firms prioritize profit over company growth and worker welfare, often leading to detrimental effects on businesses and the economy.
