The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia summoned the Russian ambassador in Skopje, Sergey Bazdnikin, to deliver a protest over a Russian missile attack that damaged the North Macedonian embassy in Kyiv. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported…
On December 20, 2024, Russian missile strikes targeted the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, resulting in at least one death and damage to six diplomatic missions. The morning attack led to widespread fires and significant damage to office buildings, with authorities confirming…
Four French officials, accused of espionage and detained in Burkina Faso for a year, have been released following mediation by Morocco. The announcement was made by France’s General Directorate for External Security (DGSE), which thanked King Mohammed VI for his…
In a significant shift, newly appointed Syrian leaders emphasize minority rights as they engage with international diplomats, including a recent French mission to Damascus. Under the leadership of Ahmed al-Charaa, formerly known as Abou Mohammed al-Joulani, the group hopes to…
Qatar has reopened its embassy in Syria for the first time in over 13 years, following significant political changes and the fall of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The Qatari Foreign Ministry highlighted this move as support for the Syrian people’s…
Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump’s appointee for U.S. Ambassador to Greece, faces scrutiny over past derogatory comments about Greeks made in 2015. At that time, she referred to Greeks as ‘freeloaders’ and ‘lazy,’ comments that starkly contrast with her recent enthusiasm…
France, the United Kingdom, and Germany (the E3) have communicated their intentions to the UN Security Council regarding potential renewed sanctions aimed at curbing Iran’s nuclear program. In a letter dated December 6, they reaffirmed their commitment to a diplomatic…
The Paraguayan Foreign Ministry has expelled Chinese diplomat Xu Wei, declaring him persona non grata for meddling in the country’s internal affairs. His expulsion follows remarks urging Paraguay to sever ties with Taiwan, which the country officially recognizes. Paraguay is…
On November 6, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a significant trip to Beirut, Lebanon, becoming the first leader from a third country and EU member to visit post-ceasefire. His visit follows a recent phone call with Lebanese Prime Minister…
Kizza Besigye, Uganda’s opposition leader, was mysteriously detained in Kenya before being transferred to a military court in Uganda, igniting concerns over an intelligence operation between the two countries. Besigye, who was in Kenya for a book launch, claimed he…
The upcoming week features a series of Greek-Turkish diplomatic meetings in Athens. Deputy Foreign Ministers Alexandra Papadopoulou and Mehmet Kemal Bozai will discuss political dialogue, followed by a meeting on the positive agenda with Kostas Frangogiannis and Mehmet Bozai. Mid-week…
The Haitian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the French ambassador to express outrage over Emmanuel Macron’s derogatory remarks about Haitian leadership, calling them ‘completely stupid.’ The comments were made during a private exchange at the G20 summit and have sparked…
