Tehran, March 8 (IANS) Iran on Sunday declared that its right to self-defence will continue until what it described as “aggression” by the United States and Israel comes to an end or until the United Nations Security Council identifies and names the “aggressors” under Article 39 of the UN Charter and determines the responsibilities arising from their actions.In a statement issued by Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tehran said the joint military attacks carried out by the US and Isr…
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New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Highlighting India’s growing importance as a key strategic partner for Europe, Finland President Alexander Stubb on Thursday stated that the country has emerged as one of the world’s largest and most influential nations. Stubb also commended Indian foreign policy for its pragmatic and realistic outlook, stressing that the country has shown the world how strategic caution and safeguarding autonomy can go hand in hand with a commitment to multilateralism and global cooper…
Paris, Feb 28 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday warned that the outbreak of fresh conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran would have severe consequences for international peace and security. He emphasised that all measures are being taken to ensure the security of French citizens and safeguard the nation’s interests in the Middle East.Macron called on Iran to halt its nuclear and ballistic programmes and end destabilising activities in the Middle East, calling it …
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan held a meeting with his Guyanese counterpart Bharrat Jagdeo in New Delhi on Monday, discussing ways to further strengthen bilateral ties across various sectors. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the voice of the Global South at international forums, including the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.”Vice-President of Guyana, H.E. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, called…
Mumbai, Feb 17 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday underscored that the India-France relationship has reached a level of mutual trust that is “unique in the world today.” After a morning jog at Marine Drive and a tribute to the 2008 Mumbai terror attack victims, the President joined PM Modi to chart the next decade of the Horizon 2047 roadmap.After the bilateral meeting, Macron, in his statement, said, “From the deep oceans to the highest mountains, the India-France partners…
Islamabad, Feb 16 (IANS) As US President Donald Trump prepares to share details regarding United Nations-approved stabilisation force for Gaza, Pakistan has not revealed its stance on whether it would send its troops for International Stabilised Force (ISF), the local media reported on Monday. On Sunday, Trump stated that member states of Board of Peace have committed to send thousands of personnel for ISF ahead of the first meeting scheduled for February 19 in Washington. However, officials in …
Athens, Feb 13 (IANS) Pakistan’s decision to join the International Stabilization Force (ISF) for Gaza has resulted in Islamabad facing diplomatic crisis and inviting suspicion from radical Islamist outfits, including Hamas. Pakistan has contended that its participation in ISF for Gaza showed its commitment to Palestinian welfare. However, Pakistan’s decision has sparked opposition domestically and raised questions about Islamabad’s credibility as a supporter of Islamic cause, a report has state…
Washington, Jan 27 (IANS) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva told US President Donald Trump that expanding the permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council is necessary and that the proposed Peace Council should be limited to the Gaza issue, according to a readout of their phone call issued by the office of the Brazilian President.The two leaders also agreed that Lula would visit Washington after completing his trips to India and South Korea in February. A date for the …
Washington, Jan 23 (IANS) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said during a telephone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday that he intends to attend the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi next month. The two leaders aligned on Global South priorities and pressed for United Nations Security Council reform ahead of their bilateral summit scheduled for February in India.The call lasted about 45 minutes and focused on preparations for President Lula’s State Visit to India from Feb…
Washington, Jan 22 (IANS) Jared Kushner on Thursday unveiled a Trump-backed plan for Gaza that calls for an immediate surge in humanitarian aid, strict demilitarisation, and a sweeping reconstruction and economic revival, presenting the proposal at a Board of Peace signing ceremony during the World Economic Forum in Davos. The initiative is linked to President Donald J. Trump’s 20-point peace plan and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803. It outlines a transition from a two-year war…