A recent meeting of representatives from 57 countries under the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe addressed the critical issues of journalist safety and freedom of expression in conflict zones and during natural disasters. Experts discussed necessary steps to…
Switzerland will take over the presidency of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in 2026, as announced by current chair Ian Borg, the Foreign Minister of Malta. This marks the third time Switzerland has held the position,…
Switzerland may return to the OSCE leadership role in 2026, following requests highlighted by recent geopolitical tensions. The current dynamic, exacerbated by Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, provides both a challenge and an opportunity for Swiss diplomacy. While Switzerland’s candidacy emerges…
Feridun Sinirlioğlu, a veteran Turkish diplomat, has been elected Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) following a joint nomination by Turkey and Greece. In his statement, he expressed gratitude for the support received from…
The ongoing dialogue between the West and East is facing unprecedented challenges, with Russia causing disruptions within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock criticized Russia’s…
Sergey Lavrov’s speech at the OSCE conference in Malta sparked widespread condemnation. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock accused Lavrov of ‘intolerable lies’ about the war in Ukraine, and Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau left the room in protest. U.S. Secretary…
A significant decision is expected tomorrow regarding the nomination of Ms. Mania Telalian as the head of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights and Mr. Feridun Sinirlioğlu for Secretary-General. This joint Greek-Turkish initiative reflects a positive climate…
The 31st OSCE Foreign Ministers’ Meeting is underway in Valletta, with Greek Foreign Minister Georgios Gerapetritis participating. Greece’s candidacy for a significant position within the organization has been unanimously accepted, with final decisions expected soon. Gerapetritis emphasized Greece’s commitment to…
For the first time since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Foreign Minister Sergej Lawrow has traveled to the European Union, attending an OSCE meeting in Malta. His visit has sparked controversy, particularly from Baltic states that have chosen not to send…
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is set to visit Malta on December 5-6 for a ministerial meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). This marks Lavrov’s first trip to an EU country since the Russian invasion…
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…
