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Zawya
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Zawya
Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Ukraine on the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
We welcome the signing of the peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda. This important achievement for Africa and international security has been made possible thanks to the decisive role of the United States and personally President Donald Trump, as well as a number of countries and international organizations. In particular, we commend the constructive efforts of the Presidents of Angola and Kenya, the African Union, the East African Community, the Southern African Development Community, and the United Nations. The State of Qatar has made a significant contribution to advancing the peace settlement, especially by ensuring complementarity and coherence among various mediation initiatives. Ukraine highly values the effective mediation by the United States. We congratulate U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and American diplomacy on this achievement. The active involvement of the American side in the negotiation process played a decisive role in reaching and signing the peace agreement. We hope for the responsible efforts of both parties in implementing the peace agreement and in ensuring lasting peace and security in the Great Lakes region. This will create favourable conditions for strengthening the economic potential and social stability of the states in the region, improving their investment attractiveness, and deepening economic ties with other countries. Ukraine reaffirms its commitment to comprehensively intensify mutually beneficial cooperation with the countries of the region, including a readiness to contribute meaningfully to achieving their socio-economic development goals. We are confident that the United States can play a similarly decisive role in achieving a just peace and ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. This peace agreement demonstrates that it is possible to stop the killing and restore peace even under challenging circumstances, when the international community acts resolutely and the parties participate in the peace process in good faith. We emphasize that the foundation of the peaceful settlement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda is based on the fundamental principles of the UN Charter, including the mutual obligation of states to respect each other's territorial integrity and sovereignty within internationally recognized borders, to refrain from the threat or use of force, to avoid interference in internal affairs, and to facilitate the return of refugees and internally displaced persons. It is precisely these universally recognized principles of international law that underpin Ukraine's proposals for ending the war in Europe and restoring a comprehensive, just, and sustainable peace for Ukraine. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
CHRIS PLEASANCE goes inside Britain's biggest EVER warship - the Prince of Wales - as the floating airfield prepares to sail into China's back yard on 'international security' mission
The Prince of Wales has begun her maiden voyage into the Indo-Pacific in a daring venture into China 's backyard. Over the next eight months, the 280m aircraft carrier will be joined by allies from around the world as she patrols the region with a promise to help 'maintain international security and prosperity'. The vessel, which cost £3.5bn and took seven years to build, is the largest ship the Royal Navy has ever floated in its 479-year history, with a flight deck large enough to fit three football pitches and capable of carrying up to 70 F-35B stealth fighters. She docked in Singapore on Monday and will be accompanied by a Type 23 frigate, a Type 45 destroyer, an Astute class submarine, and other support vessels for the deployment, where she is expected to be shadowed by the Chinese Navy before heading down under for an Australia-led exercise next month. The deployment begins with around 2,500 military personnel, growing to more than 4,500 for some exercises. The behemoth Prince of Wales alone is able to carry a crew of up to 1,400 staff. The journey will end in Japan, where she is set to support the local authorities in developing Tokyo's F-35 capability. The vessel has already been through the Mediterranean and Suez Canal, and dodged the Houthis in Yemen. Ahead of her deployment - the first to the region since she was launched in 2018 - War on Tape got to go aboard while she was fitting out to experience what it is like on the vessel first-hand, and to find out what her role is on the high seas.
New York Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Canada and E.U. Pull Together as America Pushes Them Away
Canada signed a defense partnership with the European Union on Monday, the latest indication that two of America's closest allies are deepening their military cooperation as President Trump pulls away and promises to reduce the United States' role in international security. Mr. Trump has been pushing for other countries in NATO — which includes Canada and most European Union nations — to invest far more in their militaries, accusing them of relying too much on the United States. He has called into question America's commitment to defending some NATO members and has launched a trade war against some of the closest traditional allies of the United States. Now, his approach is rewiring the world's web of partnerships. America's longtime allies are moving to ramp up their own military spending, in line with Mr. Trump's demands. NATO leaders will gather in The Hague on Tuesday, where they are expected to agree to sharply raise military spending. But as Canada and Germany, France and other countries in the 27-nation European Union pour money into protecting their own territories and preparing for a future rife with geopolitical tension, they are also striking new alliances. They are seeking to pull closer together, while also moving to be less dependent on an increasingly capricious United States. 'We have an excellent partnership, between two strong democracies, bound by historic ties, and connected by a trade partnership that is dynamic, fair and open,' Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, said in Brussels, as she greeted Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada. 'It is time to go to the next level, to step up our the intensity of our partnership.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Times of Oman
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
HM discusses de-escalation efforts with German Chancellor
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a phone call from Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of Germany on Sunday. The call addressed the current regional situation and its ongoing conflicts and tensions. Both sides stressed the importance of intensifying international efforts to solidify de-escalation and avoid the risks of further confrontation, in a bid to safeguard regional and international security and stability. The German Chancellor expressed deep appreciation for Oman's balanced approach and wise policy in advocating peace efforts and promoting dialogue. He commended Oman's constructive role in bridging perspectives between parties, reinforcing principles of cooperation, serving mutual interests among nations and enhancing opportunities for a dignified life for peoples around the world. In his turn, His Majesty the Sultan valued the efforts of the German government in supporting international security and its commitment to fostering mutual understanding and cooperation based on respect and shared interests.
Russia Today
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
Over 150 nations to participate in Moscow security conference
Representatives from more than 150 nations are expected to attend the 13th international security conference in Moscow later this month, the press service of the Russian Security Council has announced. The agenda of the annual event, which is scheduled for May 27-29 and will take place in National Center 'Russia', includes international cooperation to defend critical technology and information infrastructure. 'In particular, the formation of a new architecture of equal and indivisible security that is fairer and corresponds to today's realities will be discussed,' the press service specified. Combating terrorist attacks, technological sabotage, and online fraud will be key issues for discussion during the event. Russia's Security Council emphasized that challenges and threats in the information space will be discussed by national security advisers and intelligence agency heads as part of a dedicated roundtable featuring other experts. 'This will allow for the discussion of the most pressing issues in the field of information security in an atmosphere of international cooperation,' the press release stated. The press office specified that invitations have been sent to the nations of the Global South and East, to the Commonwealth of Independent States, and to members of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Eurasian Economic Union, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, as well as to more than 20 international organizations. 'Tectonic shifts in foreign policy and international economic relations create both challenges and opportunities for the countries of the Global South and East,' said the head of the Russian Security Council, Sergey Shoigu, who chairs the forum. 'Today's security challenges and threats are global and transboundary in nature,' he added, highlighting that 'no modern state can cope with them alone or on a bilateral basis.'
