A joint roadmap between the United States and France concerning the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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Middle East
Brazil’s G20 summit produces a broad declaration that’s short on specifics
The summit of the Group of 20 leading economies in Rio de Janeiro produced a joint declaration Monday that, while not totally endorsed by one of the group’s members, succeeded in addressing both ongoing major wars.
Ukraine
Ukraine marks 1,000 days of war in ‘frozen trenches, burning steppes’
Ukraine marked 1,000 days on Tuesday since Russia’s full-scale invasion, with weary troops battling on numerous fronts, Kyiv besieged by drone and missile strikes, and officials preparing for Donald Trump to reclaim the White House in January.
Middle East
US awaits Lebanon response to Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire plan
Efforts for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified, with Lebanon’s government expected to respond to a draft deal presented by the US, amid an escalation of Israel’s air attacks across the country.
Middle East
Iran backs Lebanon in ceasefire talks, seeks end to ‘problems’
Iran backs any decision taken by Lebanon in talks to secure a ceasefire with Israel, a senior Iranian official said on Friday, signalling Tehran wants to see an end to a conflict that has dealt heavy blows to its Lebanese ally Hezbollah.
Ukraine
Scholz urges Putin to “enter into negotiations” with Ukraine in first phone call in two years
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time since December 2022 on Friday afternoon (15 November), urging him to start “serious” talks with Ukraine.
Syria
Türkiye, Russia, Iran remain committed to Astana format for Syria peace
Türkiye, Russia and Iran have condemned Israel’s military attacks on Syria, Gaza and Lebanon, and reaffirmed their commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Syrian crisis through the Astana process.
Ukraine
Trump talked to Putin, told Russian leader not to escalate in Ukraine
President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday and discussed the war in Ukraine, according to people familiar with the call.
Middle East
Qatar suspends role as mediator between Israel and Hamas
Qatar has suspended its work as a mediator in ceasefire and hostage release talks between Israel and Hamas, officials say.