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South China Morning Postpolitics12 hrs ago
Myanmar Foreign Minister Meets Southeast Asian Counterparts in Bangkok
U Tin Maung Swe held talks with diplomats from Thailand and other Southeast Asian nations over the July 11-12 weekend. Discussions covered a renewed peace initiative and the welfare of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi. South China Morning Post reported the meetings in Bangkok.
indiatoday.intoday.inworld1 day ago
U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes Despite Ongoing Peace Talks
U.S. Central Command carried out strikes on Iranian targets on July 11 and July 12, 2026, following an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged both sides to resume negotiations and warned of catastrophic global consequences from…
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jpost.compolitics1 day ago
Hamas and Palestinian Factions End Egypt-Mediated Negotiations
Talks between Hamas and other Palestinian factions ran from Friday into Saturday under Egyptian mediation. The Board of Peace representative and envoys from Qatar and Turkey also took part.
espn.co.uksports2 days ago
Former Chelsea Owner Ken Bates Dies at Age 94
Chelsea announced that Ken Bates died peacefully in Monaco on Saturday at age 94. He bought the club for £1 in 1982 and sold it in 2003.
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ZeroHedgefinance3 days ago
Qatar Mediates US-Iran Talks After Two Days of Strikes
Qatar negotiators are in Iran to revive de-escalation efforts following two days of deadly strikes between the United States and Iran. Technical talks on a permanent peace deal continue despite threats to the ceasefire. Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan reported Iranian attacks in recen…
Abc Newsworld3 days ago
President-elect vows to dismantle Colombia's Special Jurisdiction for Peace
A decade after Colombia's peace accord with the FARC rebel group, the tribunal handling conflict-related crimes faces uncertainty. The president-elect has described the court as failed and vowed to end it.
ai4 days ago
AI Video Falsely Claims Clash at Iglesia ni Cristo Rally That Drew Over 15,000 and Disrupted Traffic
An AI-generated video posted July 2 claimed a confrontation between protesters and police at Liwasang Bonifacio. Rappler reported the third day of the rally remained peaceful with no such incident.
thehindu.compolitics5 days ago
Turkish President Says Country Supports Ukraine Military Needs While Keeping Russia Channels Open
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Turkiye backs Ukraine's urgent requirements, including military aid. He added that the country will continue cooperation channels with Russia to pursue peace.
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Abc Newspolitics6 days ago
U.S. Revokes Iranian Oil-Sale License but Allows Wind-Down Period Until July 17
The United States revoked a license authorizing Iranian oil exports, reversing a provision in a June memorandum of understanding. The decision followed attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz since Monday. Peace talks between the countries remain ongoing.
politics6 days ago
Prime Minister to Host Pacific Leaders in Brisbane for Security Talks
The prime minister will meet leaders from Papua New Guinea, Tonga and Samoa in Brisbane on Wednesday for regional security discussions. The meetings follow the signing of the Ocean of Peace Alliance with Fiji.
deccanchronicle.compolitics6 days ago
Russian Officials Report Ongoing Contacts With U.S. Administration on Peace Efforts
Officials stated that diplomatic contacts with the U.S. administration continue and expressed hope that peace initiatives will succeed. They also reported a territorial gain near Kostiantynivka and ongoing buffer zone creation.
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pbs.orgworld7 days ago
Saudi Aramco Cuts Arab Light Price by $11 per Barrel for August
Saudi Aramco will sell Arab Light crude at a $1.50 discount to the benchmark, the first such move since 2020. The record reduction follows a surge in global supply after the mid-June US-Iran peace deal reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
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mexiconewsdaily.comsports7 days ago
Mexico National Team Wins Early Matches
The team's strong start has drawn large crowds into public spaces for celebrations rather than demonstrations. Officials report peaceful gatherings across multiple cities with no major incidents noted so far.
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theiranproject.comworld7 days ago
Iran Negotiator Says US MoU Implementation Difficult but Possible, Stresses No Peace with Washington
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf made the remarks during meetings in Tehran with Hezbollah and Hamas officials attending Ali Khamenei's funeral. Separate incidents included an Israeli drone strike in Gaza and an explosion in southern Lebanon.
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ancient.eupolitics7 days ago
Sudan Cabinet Reviews Plans for Returns to Khartoum and Social Peace Measures
The Sudanese Cabinet met Sunday in Khartoum under Prime Minister Kamil Idris to assess citizen returns, reconciliation charters, and infrastructure upgrades. AllAfrica reported briefings on security measures, airport operations, and electricity expansion.
Japan Timesbusiness7 days agoUpdated
UAE Restores Pre-War Crude Exports Through Hormuz Before Final US-Iran Deal
The United Arab Emirates restored its crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war volumes by the time the US and Iran signed their interim peace deal. Fortune reported that the UAE used dark transits with tankers leased from Sinokor Group to achieve the recovery. Sino…
politics8 days ago
Australian Police Commissioner to Present Five-Week Training Model at UN Summit Amid Budget Cuts
AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett will address the United Nations Chief of Police Summit in New York on Wednesday. Abc reported she will promote Australia's five-week police training program and support for a new Pacific policing body. The appearance comes after recent UN budget re…
middleeasteye.netpolitics10 days ago
U.S. Officials Feared Israeli Strike on Iranian Negotiators Would End Peace Talks
American officials assessed that an Israeli operation targeting two senior Iranian figures would halt ongoing negotiations. The assessment focused on the potential disruption to diplomatic efforts rather than confirming any planned action.
nbcnews.compolitics10 days ago
U.S. announces trilateral framework between Israel and Lebanon
The United States announced on June 26 that it had brokered a trilateral framework with Israel and Lebanon. The two nations declared their ambition to reach a peace agreement.
Yonhapworld10 days ago
Cardinal Says Pope Leo XIV Interested in Korean Peninsula Peace
Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung-sik stated on July 3 that Pope Leo XIV is very interested in peace on the Korean Peninsula. The comments followed a June 15 meeting between the pope and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung that discussed a possible visit to North Korea.
bloombergquint.comfinance10 days ago
Oil Prices Hold Near $68 per Barrel as Hormuz Traffic Recovers to About Half Pre-Conflict Levels
Crude oil remained steady near $68 a barrel with tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz recovering after an interim U.S.-Iran peace deal. Saudi exports reached about 90 percent of pre-war levels while UBS cut its Brent forecasts.
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wwd.comworld11 days ago
U.S. officials warned Middle Eastern countries about possible Israeli strike on Iran negotiators
U.S. officials contacted other Middle Eastern countries to alert Iran about risks to two senior negotiators during ongoing peace talks, according to a New York Times report cited by Jerusalem Post.
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cnbc.compolitics11 days ago
Hunter Biden nominates President Trump for Nobel Peace Prize over Iran
Hunter Biden posted on X that he is nominating President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for ending the war in Iran. The post referenced prior statements by Trump and recent developments involving U.S.-Iran talks.
news.sky.comworld11 days ago
Sudanese Forces Besiege el-Obeid as 500,000 Civilians Face Drone Strikes
Sudanese troops have surrounded the city of el-Obeid. Residents face drone strikes and limited access to supplies while peace talks remain stalled.
The Independentpolitics11 days ago
U.N. Experts Say All Sides Violate Congo Peace Deal
A U.N. panel reported that the Congolese army, M23 rebels and Rwandan forces have not withdrawn troops or ended cooperation with other armed groups as required by a December agreement. The experts documented continued mineral smuggling and sexual violence linked to M23-controlled…
world11 days ago
Two Russians arrested after Empire State Building spire climb and proposal
A Russian couple scaled the Empire State Building spire on Wednesday, unfurled a peace banner, and one proposed before police arrested them. The incident ended with both in custody.
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theiranproject.comfinance11 days ago
Saudi Arabia Crude Exports from Persian Gulf Reach Highest Level Since Strait Blockade
Saudi Arabia is shipping the largest volume of crude oil from inside the Persian Gulf since the Strait of Hormuz was blocked during the Iran conflict. The increase follows an interim peace agreement between Washington and Tehran.
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Yonhapworld11 days ago
South Korean Official Urges Mutual Use of Official Names Between the Two Koreas
Kang Chang-il, vice chair of the Peaceful Unification Advisory Council, called on July 2 for South and North Korea to address each other by their formal state names. The statement followed a similar appeal by leaders of seven major religious orders. South Korea currently uses the…
news.sky.comworld12 days ago
UK Diesel Prices Record Largest Monthly Drop Since 2000
Diesel prices in the UK fell more than 16 pence per litre in June, the largest monthly decline in over 25 years. The drop followed lower oil prices after a US-Iran peace deal allowed more tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
uctoday.comworld11 days agoUpdated
Two Climbers Arrested After Scaling Empire State Building Spire and Unfurling Banner
Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus reached the top of the 1,454-foot building on July 1. They displayed a peace message and completed a marriage proposal before descending and facing arrest.
asiaone.compolitics12 days ago
Vice President says U.S. will resume strikes on Iran if ceasefire fails
Vice President Vance stated Wednesday that the United States could resume military action against Iran if the current 60-day ceasefire ends without a peace agreement. He said the president would only order further strikes if there is a clearly defined purpose.
The Independentworld11 days agoUpdated
Two Climbers Scale Empire State Building, Unfurl Banner, and Are Taken Into Custody
Two masked people reached the antenna of the 1,454-foot Empire State Building on July 1 and displayed a banner reading "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace." One appeared to propose before the pair descended, embraced and were taken into custody.
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France 24world12 days agoUpdated
DR Congo Minister Says Rwanda Lacks Will to Implement 2025 Peace Deal
DR Congo communications minister Patrick Muyaya accused Rwanda of lacking the political will to carry out a US-brokered peace agreement signed in 2025. Rwandan officials countered that Kinshasa has not met its own obligations under the deal.
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nypost.comworld12 days ago
South Korean president says government will seek to replace armistice with peace regime
The president told an advisory council that Seoul will continue outreach to North Korea despite the lack of response. Officials have offered repeated dialogue overtures since the Korean War ended without a peace treaty.
Yonhapworld12 days ago
Peaceful Unification Advisory Council Adds 2,176 Advisers, Reaching 25,000 Total
The council reached a record 25,000 advisers after the July 1 appointments announced in Incheon. It also outlined plans to expand its overseas regional assemblies from five to eight.
oneindia.comworld12 days ago
Ukraine Asks EU to Redirect $7.5 Billion European Peace Facility Funds to Weapons
Ukraine asked European Union partners to allocate $7.5 billion from the European Peace Facility for military assistance. The request targets a six-to-nine-month battlefield window identified by Ukrainian officials, @Reuters reported.
benzinga.comfinance12 days ago
Brent Crude Falls Nearly 40 Percent in Second Quarter
Crude oil prices recorded their steepest quarterly drop since 2020 as Brent shed close to 40 percent. Traders cited optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, though tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained below pre-conflict levels.
forbes.comfinance12 days ago
Gold Holds Above $4,000 Despite U.S.-Iran Peace Talks and Strong Jobs Data
@FirstSquawk reported that gold remained above the $4,000 level. Investors evaluated strong U.S.-Iran peace talks while resilient labor market data reinforced expectations for the Fed to maintain higher rates longer.
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ansa.itpolitics13 days ago
U.S. and European diplomats fail to agree on Bosnia high representative
Diplomats from the U.S. and Europe ended a meeting in Sarajevo without selecting a successor to the current high representative. The post oversees implementation of the 1995 Dayton peace agreement.
jns.orgworld13 days ago
Soldier wounded in 1976 Entebbe raid honored on 50th anniversary
Sorin Hershko received recognition from the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation during an event marking 50 years since the July 1976 hostage rescue at Entebbe Airport. The center's chairman is Chemi Peres, son of former prime minister Shimon Peres.
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nbcnews.compolitics13 days ago
U.S. and Iran Pause Hostilities After Weekend of Escalating Strikes
Officials from the United States are sending a team to the Middle East to resume peace negotiations with Iran. Both sides remain far from reaching a formal agreement.
politics14 days agoUpdated
Jewish Voice for Peace Action backs El-Sayed in Michigan Senate primary, its first Senate endorsement
Jewish Voice for Peace Action endorsed Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate in Michigan on April 19, its first such Senate endorsement since forming in 2019. The group cited El-Sayed's record on Palestinian rights ahead of the August 4 Democratic primary.
theconversation.comworld14 days ago
Tigray Front and EU Trade Accusations Over Ethiopia Peace Deal Compliance
The Tigray People's Liberation Front denied European Union claims that it is undermining the 2022 Pretoria agreement. It accused Ethiopia's federal government of violating the accord and warned of rising conflict risks in the region.
rt.comworld14 days ago
South Africa President Urges Peaceful Protest Ahead of Immigration Demonstrations
President Cyril Ramaphosa called for lawful protest and warned against violence ahead of planned demonstrations over immigration. He said the government is pursuing reforms to border management and enforcement.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics14 days ago
Armenian Prime Minister Wins Election Despite Reported Russian Efforts
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan won this month's election after Russia attempted to influence the outcome. The result allows him to continue Armenia's policy shift toward Western partners but leaves him without a strong mandate to conclude a peace agreement with Azerbaijan.
news.sky.comworld14 days agoUpdated
Penelope Keith, 86, Dies at Her Home in Surrey
The British actress died peacefully at her Surrey home while living with cancer. A family statement released Monday expressed gratitude for her medical care and requested privacy.
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washingtonpost.comworld14 days ago
Ramaphosa Warns Against Violence at Anti-Immigration Protests as African Nations Evacuate Citizens
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urged peaceful demonstrations ahead of nationwide protests planned for June 30. Several African governments began evacuating citizens amid fears of xenophobic attacks.
jns.orgfinance14 days ago
Ship Traffic Through Strait of Hormuz Falls to 22 Crossings
Vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz dropped to the lowest level recorded since the U.S.-Iran preliminary peace deal. Two recent attacks on ships prompted the decline in traffic.
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middleeasteye.networld14 days ago
U.S. and Iranian Technical Teams Expected to Meet in Doha on Peace Deal Implementation
Iranian and U.S. technical teams are expected to meet in Doha in the coming days to implement a June 17 interim peace deal. Mediators have set up de-escalation channels after recent strikes in the region.
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news.sky.comworld14 days ago
Nigeria Sends Air Peace Flight to Evacuate Citizens from South Africa Before Protests
An Air Peace aircraft left Nigeria on Monday evening and is due to return from South Africa early Tuesday with another group of citizens. The flight forms part of a voluntary repatriation program approved earlier this month.
news.sky.comfinance14 days ago
Spanish inflation stays above ECB 2% target in first reading after US-Iran peace deal
Spanish consumer prices rose more than expected in the latest monthly reading. The increase marks the first inflation data released since the US-Iran peace deal took effect.
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finance15 days ago
U.S. Stock Futures Rise After Reports of U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Talks
U.S. stock futures advanced following reports that the United States and Iran agreed to halt strikes and resume peace talks in Qatar. Global equities moved toward their strongest quarter since 2020 amid reduced geopolitical tensions and continued focus on artificial intelligence.
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abcnews.go.compolitics15 days ago
U.S. diplomat in Kyiv resigns as Russia seeks clarity on American role in Ukraine talks
The top U.S. diplomat in Kyiv has resigned. Russia has called for clarity on the U.S. role in stalled peace negotiations with Ukraine.
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nbcnews.compolitics15 days ago
Congo Launches Offensive Against M23, Threatening Trump-Mediated Peace Deal
@MarioNawfal reported that the Democratic Republic of Congo began a major offensive against M23 rebels. The move follows more than 15 hours of airstrikes and involves multiple allied forces advancing near Bukavu and North Kivu.
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France 24world16 days ago
Analyst Discusses Iran-U.S. Peace Talks and Diplomatic Challenges
A former Pakistani government minister addressed the latest round of Iran-U.S. peace talks in an interview with France 24. The discussion focused on the difficulties of diplomacy and the roles of key participants.
abcnews.go.comworld16 days ago
Hezbollah Supporters Protest Lebanese Government Deal With Israel
Demonstrators blocked roads and circled government buildings in Beirut after Lebanon signed a trilateral peace framework with Israel and the United States. Protesters criticized the agreement for lacking a fixed withdrawal timeline and for linking Israeli withdrawal to Hezbollah…
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fantasypros.compolitics16 days ago
Draft Board of Peace resolution proposes legal immunity for members and contractors in Gaza
A four-page draft resolution obtained by The Guardian outlines legal protections for Board of Peace personnel operating in Gaza. The document also seeks access to public property without payment.
theiranproject.comfinance17 days ago
Tanker Rates for Saudi Crude to China Drop 44 Percent While Hormuz Transits Remain Below Normal After Attack
Rates on the Saudi Arabia-to-China route dropped to $287,000 on June 26 from more than $514,000 three days earlier. Persian Gulf exports reached 75 percent of pre-war levels after an interim U.S.-Iran peace deal, with 75 million barrels shipped since the agreement.
middleeasteye.networld17 days ago
GCC States Welcome US-Iran Peace Deal
All six Gulf Cooperation Council states have welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran. Officials cited a desire to end the ongoing war rather than trust in Tehran.
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yna.co.krworld18 days ago
Yonhap News Agency Hosts Korean Peninsula Symposium in Seoul
Yonhap News Agency is hosting its annual Korean Peninsula Symposium on June 26 at Lotte Hotel Seoul. The event examines global crises, alliance shifts, and strategies for peace on the peninsula. It is co-hosted by the Ministry of Unification and the Institute for National Securit…