Russia has criticized Ukraine over alleged violations of an Easter ceasefire, while also raising concern about the reported detention of a Russian child in Mexico. Moreover, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova made the statements, claiming that Ukrainian forces breached the truce thousands of times. As a result, tensions have further increased between Moscow and […]
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Oil prices rise after US intercepts Venezuelan tanker
Oil prices climbed in early Monday trade following the U.S. interception of an oil tanker off Venezuela coast in international waters. Brent crude futures rose 44 cents, or 0.73%, to $60.91 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude increased 40 cents, or 0.71%, to $56.92. The U.S. Coast Guard is also pursuing another […]
Oil prices slide on peace talks
PERTH — Oil prices fell for a third consecutive session on Friday as U.S.-led efforts for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal raised expectations of increased global oil supplies. Brent crude dropped 71 cents, or 1.12%, to $62.67 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 71 cents, or 1.20%, to $58.29 a barrel. Read More: […]
‘Silence the guns’ in Russia-Ukraine war, Pakistan urges UNSC
Pakistan has underscored the need for a “sincere and meaningful” dialogue that addresses the security concerns of all sides in the raging Russia-Ukraine conflict, now in its fourth year, in a bid to promote peace in the region. “Our collective priority must be to silence the guns and create conditions for a negotiated settlement,” Tariq […]
Russia–Ukraine talks resume in Istanbul
Russia and Ukraine have resumed peace talks in Istanbul, aiming to end a war now in its fourth year. The negotiations come amid mounting international pressure, including a 50-day ultimatum from U.S. President Donald Trump for Russia to end hostilities or face new sanctions. Despite the high stakes, the Kremlin has warned against expecting quick […]
Trump says Iran-Israel war won’t return, promises Russia-Ukraine peace deal soon
The Hague — U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that the recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel will hold and that he does not expect another war between the two nations. Speaking at a NATO summit in The Hague, Trump also claimed that his administration will soon help resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Trump credited the […]