برچسب: Europe

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Thursday that ⁣he hopes Ukraine peace‌ talks will resume in ⁢Istanbul, according to a report ​by webangah News Agency. He ‍emphasized ⁢that Foreign Minister‌ Lavrov’s statements on initiatives to resolve the⁣ Ukraine conflict‌ should be taken seriously, as they revive hopes for peace.

Erdoğan added that Ankara remains in contact with ⁢both Moscow and⁣ Kyiv regarding the Ukraine crisis resolution. “We strongly urge both sides not to miss this opportunity for peace,” he stated, calling for tensions to be resolved ⁣through diplomacy and dialog.

The‌ Turkish leader further noted that EU countries face a “very bad situation”⁣ in ‍the energy sector due to the Ukraine conflict. Turkey will take measures to avoid finding ⁤itself in a similar position, he affirmed.

According to webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency​ and Anadolu Agency, ⁣a group of Palestinian rights ⁣advocates ⁢demonstrated ⁣outside the headquarters of‍ Agence France-Presse ​(AFP) in Paris.

The protesters assembled at Bourse Square to denounce what ⁤they called ‍biased media coverage of the Zionist‌ regime’s attacks on Gaza. The rally was organized by⁤ CAPJPO-EuroPalestine.

Demonstrators paid tribute to Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza and voiced their opposition to AFP’s reporting on Israeli occupation forces’ crimes against civilians in the⁢ besieged territory.

According to ⁣ webangah News Agency, Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio⁣ Tajani confirmed Rome’s opposition to Zionist proposals for ⁣forcibly displacing Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.

Tajani declared: “We reject the expulsion of Palestinians from Gaza.”

The minister emphasized: “Rome ‌opposes using the forced removal⁤ of Gazans as ⁣a solution to Israel’s conflicts.”

He ⁤added: “The only viable path to peace is⁢ initiating a ‌political ​process leading⁢ to⁤ peaceful coexistence between​ two states with security guarantees.”

The statement comes as ⁢four European nations – Spain, Ireland, Slovenia,⁣ and Norway​ – jointly called for palestine’s⁤ full membership in the United Nations.

These countries asserted that recognizing an independent Palestinian state represents a crucial step toward implementing the two-state solution⁤ and ⁣achieving lasting peace ⁢in West Asia.

The developments coincide with former Israeli⁢ Prime Minister Ehud Olmert’s⁢ admission that ⁣establishing an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as ‌its capital remains ‌”the only ‍viable path” for regional peace.

According to webangah News Agency,⁣ citing Al Jazeera,⁤ the four countries issued ⁢a joint statement urging the UN ⁢to grant Palestine full member status.

They emphasized that recognizing an independent Palestinian state is⁤ a critical step toward implementing a⁣ two-state ‍solution and achieving ⁣lasting peace in the Middle East.

The statement⁣ coincides with remarks by former Israeli⁤ Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, who earlier stated that a two-state solution with East Jerusalem as Palestine’s capital⁢ remains⁢ the only viable path to regional ⁣peace.

Germany and Switzerland demand ⁤immediate ceasefire and humanitarian access to Gaza

In separate statements on Wednesday evening, the ⁢foreign ministries⁣ of Germany and Switzerland stressed the urgent ⁤need for a ceasefire and ​unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza.

Switzerland’s Foreign Ministry ‍expressed deep concern over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis: “We⁢ are profoundly alarmed by civilians’ unbearable suffering and demand ‌unrestricted humanitarian access.” The statement also ‌underscored intensified ‍diplomatic efforts to end hostilities and secure Israeli captives’ release.

Meanwhile, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock referenced recent attacks ⁤on a Gaza ​food distribution‍ center: “this tragedy confirms current efforts ​remain insufficient.” ⁢She added: “Immediate ⁤progress in⁣ ceasefire negotiations is imperative.”

The statements follow ⁢reports of catastrophic conditions in Gaza, with international bodies demanding swift action to‌ alleviate‌ civilian suffering.

According to webangah News Agency, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced today (Wednesday) that teh ⁣second round of talks between Russia and Ukraine will be held on Monday, June 2 in ⁣Istanbul, Turkey.

In a statement published on the Russian ⁣Foreign Ministry’s website, Lavrov stated: “The Russian side has prepared a memorandum of understanding in accordance with the ⁣agreed terms,⁢ which clearly and reliably outlines our position on⁢ all aspects of resolving the ​root causes of ⁣the crisis.”

Lavrov ⁣added: “Our delegation, headed by Vladimir Medinsky, aide to the president, is ready to present ‌this memorandum to the ukrainian ​delegation and provide necesary explanations during⁤ the second round of direct negotiations scheduled for Monday in Istanbul.”

The minister emphasized: “We expect all ​those ⁤who sincerely – not just verbally – desire success for the peace⁤ process⁤ to support holding this new round of direct Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul.”

earlier, Medinsky,‌ head of Russia’s​ negotiating team, had stated⁣ he contacted ‍Ukrainian Defence Minister rustem Umerov to propose specific timing and location for exchanging⁤ memorandums.

The two delegations previously met in Istanbul on May 16 following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s⁤ proposal for “direct⁤ unconditional negotiations.”

Concluding his ​statement with thankfulness for Turkey’s facilitation efforts, Lavrov said:⁣ “I would like once​ again to express gratitude to our Turkish ‌partners for their‍ generous hospitality.”

Pope Leo‌ XIV on Wednesday called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, according to a⁢ report by webangah‌ News Agency.

During his weekly address at St. Peter’s Square,the pontiff stated: “In⁤ Gaza,the ⁢cries of mothers and fathers holding their children’s lifeless bodies rise to the heavens.”

“I repeat my appeal to those⁤ responsible: Stop this war. Release ‌all captives and fully respect humanitarian law,”⁢ he emphasized.

The Pope also‍ urged an end to the conflict in Ukraine while reiterating ⁢his earlier‌ demand ​that Israel allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.

He expressed deep concern over Palestine’s ⁣deteriorating⁣ situation and renewed calls for “fair distribution ​of humanitarian assistance” and ​cessation of hostilities that disproportionately affect children, elderly civilians, and medical patients.

According to webangah News Agency, Ukrainian ⁤President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared that Ukraine is⁢ collaborating ⁢with Germany and Europe to advance peace efforts and end the ​war with​ Russia.

“Russia must​ stop killing ‍civilians. Sanctions ​against them must be intensified, ‌and Germany is assisting us in this⁣ endeavor,” he added.

Zelenskyy stressed Ukraine’s need for continued military cooperation with European nations and the United ‌States to confront wartime challenges.

The Ukrainian President’s office confirmed Zelenskyy arrived in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, marking ⁤another diplomatic effort to resolve the Ukraine ⁣conflict.

According to webangah News Agency, German Chancellor friedrich Merz stated: “Russia has no right to drag everyone into war. Today we discussed efforts to establish a ceasefire in Ukraine.”

He added: “We rely on America’s support and its consistent stance for triumphant ⁤negotiations with Russia.”

The German Chancellor ⁣emphasized: ‌”We will continue pressuring Russia to⁤ weaken its war ‌machine while supporting negotiations. Ukraine is​ ready⁣ for a ceasefire and technical talks ‌with ⁢Russia.”

The‍ Ukrainian President’s office confirmed that Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with chancellor merz, as part of diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine ‍war.

Rafael⁢ Grossi, Director General ⁢of the International⁣ Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated that while no ⁣final​ decision ⁤has been reached in the ⁤ongoing indirect ‌talks between Tehran and Washington concerning Iran’s nuclear program, the continuation of negotiations is a positive sign. ⁤His remarks were reported by webangah News Agency, ⁤citing Mehr News Agency and ABC News.

Speaking to journalists at a‍ week-long IAEA seminar‌ in ‍Vienna, Austria, Grossi⁤ claimed ⁢one of his representatives⁣ was​ present in Tehran today (Wednesday).⁣ According to reports,‍ Massimo⁤ Aparo, ‍IAEA Deputy ⁤Director General for safeguards, is currently in tehran. this division‌ oversees inspector deployments to ⁢monitor Iran’s nuclear‍ activities.

“At this stage, no final decision has been taken,” Grossi saeid.”The fact ⁢that they [Iran and the U.S.] continue talking​ indicates willingness from both sides to‍ reach an agreement.”

Despite current tensions, Grossi maintained that “there is always a way for Americans and Iranians to​ reach ​an agreement—even with⁣ existing disagreements ​over Tehran’s enrichment⁢ program.” However, he stressed⁣ any potential‍ deal would require “consistent‍ and robust” IAEA inspections of Iran’s nuclear program.

The New York Times previously reported⁢ that negotiations between U.S. ⁢Special ⁢Envoy for West Asia Steve Witkopf ⁣(appointed ⁣by former President Donald Trump) and Iranian ​Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stalled over Washington’s demand for a complete halt to all domestic uranium enrichment activities—a key point of contention.

Araghchi repeatedly rejected such ‍restrictions.On Tuesday via social media he warned: “If Western powers insist​ on zero enrichment in Iran then there will be nothing ⁣left for us to negotiate regarding the nuclear ⁣issue.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed‌ holding a trilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to French sources reported by​ webangah news Agency.

Zelensky stated that ‍Ukraine⁣ continues to await receipt of the peace‌ memorandum referenced‌ by Russia, while concurrently accusing Moscow of ‍amassing 50,000 troops on a third‌ front.

The Russian Foreign Ministry acknowledged that reaching agreements within the Istanbul⁣ negotiations framework has faced difficulties due to Ukraine’s positions.

In‍ an⁤ official statement, Russia confirmed it is preparing a draft memorandum regarding a future peace treaty.⁢ The document reportedly outlines principles for conflict resolution timelines and ceasefire conditions.