US President Donald Trump is set to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday to finalize a trade agreement with the European Union. The deal is expected to include a base tariff of 15% on most European goods, which would put an end to months of uncertainty for European businesses.
Israeli Army Announces Daily Tactical Pauses in Gaza
The Israeli military said on Sunday it would pause fighting in three populated areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day and open secure routes for aid delivery to desperate Palestinians, launching a series of steps meant to address humanitarian crisis in the territory as Israel faces a wave of international criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war.
China Advocates Trade Talks After US-Japan Deal
China said on Wednesday it "always advocates" for trade talks after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Guo Jiakun said, "China always advocates that all parties solve economic and trade issues through equal dialogue and consultations, to protect a good environment for international economic and trade cooperation."
US Reiterates Support to Syrian Government Despite Recent Clashes
US Ambassador to Turkey and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack has reiterated Washington’s support to the new Syrian government despite the tribal conflict rocking the country’s southern province Sweida for the past week.
Iran to Hold Nuclear Talks with China, Russia
Iran has said it will host China and Russia on Tuesday for talks on its nuclear program amid European threats to reimpose sanctions.
European Powers to Resume Nuclear Talks
European powers have agreed to resume talks on Iran’s nuclear program. Iran reached an agreement with UK, France and Germany to resume talks.
Rubio Calls on Damascus to Restrict ISIS, Jihadist Elements in Sweida
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday called on Syrian authorities to curb ISIS and other jihadist groups from entering Sweida and carrying out massacres.
France Ends Military Presence in Senegal
France hands over its last military bases in Senegal, marking a historic end to its 65-year military presence in the West African country.
Hamas: Israel Seeks to Keep Military Control of Gaza
Hamas stated today that Israel seeks to prolong military control of Gaza for the long term.
Israel Escalates Airstrikes on Syria
Israel is escalating its attacks today, Wednesday, targeting Syrian army headquarters in Damascus as well as government forces and their positions in Sweida province, southern Syria.