Earth News Trump snubbed by gathering of global leaders in Colombia "When the largest emitters have been present at the COP negotiations, they have pushed for a veto to prevent any discussion of the need to transition beyond fossil fuels," said the conference host. 29/04/2026
Turkey Euroviews. Opinion: The courage to speak At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, my experience as a rabbi showed that even small moments of dialogue can begin to rebuild fragile bridges between communities. 23/04/2026
Climate Treat fossil fuels like cigarettes to end addiction, experts say Experts on the major wins they want to see from the Santa Marta fossil fuel phaseout conference. 23/04/2026
Uzbekistan Tashkent and Astana deepen strategic ties during Bukhara talks High-level talks in the Uzbek ancient city of Bukhara aimed to double trade to $10 billion. Presidents of the two countries focused on transport, energy, digitalisation and environmental initiatives, while joint projects and regional cooperation continue to expand. 22/04/2026
No Comment Lebanon truce takes effect as damaged Qasmiyeh bridge reopens Lebanon and Israel entered a 10-day truce early Friday, as the army reopened a single lane on the damaged Qasmiyeh Bridge in the south after Israeli strikes hit the key crossing linking Tyre to the wider region. 17/04/2026
No Comment Spain seeks closer China links amid global tensions Pedro Sánchez meets Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday 14 April 2026, aiming to strengthen political and trade relations at a time of global tension. 14/04/2026
No Comment Pope Leo XIV urges immediate ceasefire as Israel-Hezbollah clashes rage Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire on Sunday as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues, urging all parties to respect international law and protect civilians. 12/04/2026
No Comment Emmanuel Macron meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss global tensions France’s President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Friday, marking their first official talks and signalling renewed dialogue between France and the Holy See at a time of rising global tensions. 10/04/2026
Hungary Orbán to Putin: 'I am ready to help in any way I can' Orbán offered his support to Putin, likening his assistance to that of a mouse helping a lion in a well-known Hungarian fable, according to a phone conversation transcript obtained by news agency Bloomberg. 07/04/2026
No Comment In historic Monaco visit, Pope Leo XIV calls for justice and peace Pope Leo XIV makes first papal visit to Monaco since 1538, urging the wealthy microstate to use its influence for justice, peace and the common good. 28/03/2026
Ukraine Intercepted, cash taken: Ukraine bank details Hungary seizure Over €70 million in Ukrainian Oschadbank's cash and gold remain seized in Hungary as the details emerge for the first time about how the Ukrainian team were detained and questioned by Hungarian authorities. 25/03/2026
Focus International dialogue addresses global challenges In partnership with Azpromo Leaders and experts gather in Baku for the 13th Global Forum to discuss governance, energy security and cooperation, highlighting the role of dialogue in addressing global challenges. 23/03/2026
Egypt Egypt deepens diplomacy amid Iran war tensions Egypt’s recent outreach comes as countries across the region try to contain the fallout from the war, with Gulf states under attack and leaders trying to avoid a wider conflict. 21/03/2026
Qatar Qatar rejects Iran's denial of civilian targets as attacks continue Qatar said no conflict mediation was under way as Iranian attacks continued, with almost all threats intercepted so far. Doha hailed Europe's defence support, calling for "important increase in our defence and security partnerships with Europe." 16/03/2026
France Macron presses Iranian president to stop 'unacceptable' attacks The French president urged Iran to halt regional attacks, restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and let detained French citizens Kohler and Paris return home. 16/03/2026
Azerbaijan Global Baku Forum: Contrasting views on Iran war as hardship spreads Former European Commission President Romano Prodi told Euronews it is high time a diplomatic solution was found to the crisis. 13/03/2026