Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi rebels can only be resolved through diplomacy, with Iran ready to play a constructive role.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states Iran's actions are targeted against the US, not neighboring Middle Eastern countries, with plans for post-conflict dialogue and trust restoration.
Afrah al-Zouba, a veteran of development and peacebuilding efforts, has been appointed Yemen's first female Foreign Minister, marking a historic milestone amid the country's ongoing conflict and political challenges.
US President Donald Trump expresses trust in Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping's assurances that their countries are not supplying weapons to Iran, despite allegations from some US circles.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun sought to deepen cooperation with regional partners at ASEAN-led meetings in Manila, addressing security and economic challenges. However, North Korea's absence from the ARF and limited exchanges with China and Russia highlighted a divided regional landscape.
China and Asean foreign ministers released a joint statement in Manila, addressing the ongoing energy crisis and the Middle East conflict, calling for a ceasefire and peaceful resolution, and welcoming US-Iran negotiations.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking in Kyrgyzstan, attributed the failure of US proposals for a Ukrainian settlement to Kiev's "arrogant" rejection, largely due to ongoing US military aid. He reaffirmed Russia's commitment to its objectives, emphasizing the need to identify true responsibility for the outcome.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Ukraine's rejection of US peace proposals at the Alaska summit is due to continued Western, particularly US, military aid, including weapons, intelligence, and advanced technologies.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated Russia prefers a political and diplomatic settlement but acknowledged that the US and Ukraine have rejected the Anchorage agreements, implying Russia will achieve its goals regardless.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira in Manila, offering China's support for Brazil's sovereignty, security, and development interests. In return, Wang requested Brazil's support for China's "core interests," including Taiwan, Tibet, Xinjiang, and Hong Kong, following new US tariffs on Brazilian goods.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to exclude South Africa from the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, calling it detrimental to global cooperation. South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola echoed this, emphasizing South Africa's indispensable role as a founding G20 member.
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced it will seek an adequate response from the UN Secretariat regarding alleged crimes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine against civilian infrastructure and population, following a meeting between Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov and Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova in Moscow.
US diplomat Rubio stated that President Trump allowed a national emergency declaration on Hong Kong to expire last week, citing "changed circumstances" without further detail. Rubio also clarified that there was no easing of sanctions, as the conditions for some elements no longer existed. The emergency order was issued in July 2020 after Beijing imposed a national security law.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged North Korea to respond to dialogue offers for peace on the Korean Peninsula at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and East Asia Summit (EAS) in Manila, where participants also discussed regional security issues like the South China Sea and Middle East.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to accelerate discussions on security issues, including Seoul's nuclear-powered submarine development and uranium enrichment rights, during ASEAN-related meetings in Manila, amidst ongoing bilateral economic cooperation and regulatory tensions.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that claims of Ukraine gaining initiative on the battlefield are false, while confirming Russia's readiness for negotiations and warning against further arming Kyiv.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visited Lagos, Nigeria, engaging with youth influencers and a business delegation. The visit aimed to strengthen economic ties, promote German exports, secure energy supplies, and explore investment opportunities in infrastructure and renewable energy, despite market challenges.
Russia's attacks on civilian cargo ships in the Black Sea have halted all vessel traffic to Ukraine's Odesa region ports for the first time since 2023, strangling vital export corridors and raising global food security concerns. Ukraine has requested an urgent UN Security Council meeting for July 27.
Russian Ambassador Anna Ponomaryova met Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka, explaining Russia's special military operation objectives after Macinka called for an end to the war and questioned its reasons. Despite differing views, the conversation remained courteous.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met for 35 minutes at the ASEAN summit in Manila, their first talks since September 2025. They discussed Ukraine, bilateral ties, and the Persian Gulf. Russia reiterated its peace terms, while the US called for new proposals, noting Kiev rejected prior ones, highlighting stalled peace efforts.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held over half an hour of talks in Manila, initiated by the US. Discussions covered the Ukraine conflict, arms supplies, diplomatic mission conditions, and regional issues. Both sides agreed to continue contacts.
Top US and Russian diplomats, Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov, discussed the Ukraine war on the sidelines of an ASEAN meeting in Manila, Philippines. Lavrov reiterated Russia's readiness for a political settlement and condemned Western arms supplies, while Rubio affirmed the US's willingness to play a constructive role in ending the conflict.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged North Korea to respond to dialogue offers and promote peace on the Korean Peninsula at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Manila. North Korea was absent, while many participants expressed concerns over its nuclear and missile development.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a 37-minute meeting in Manila, Philippines, where they planned to discuss the Ukraine conflict settlement. The US side initiated the talks.
