Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan calls for a unified international stance following the Israeli interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla. Fidan discussed the incident in a phone conversation with his Spanish counterpart, Jose Manuel Albares.

German Chancellor Merz says Germany is seeking to end the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as soon as conditions are met.

German Chancellor Merz stated that Germany is working to end the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz once specific conditions are satisfied.

Hungary demands expanded rights for its minority in Ukraine as a condition for approving Kyiv’s formal European Union accession negotiations.

Hungarian official Magyar states that Hungary will withhold support for Ukraine's formal European Union accession negotiations until further rights are granted to the Hungarian minority in Ukraine.

Russia rejects a demand from Tuareg rebels to withdraw its forces from Mali. Moscow stated on Thursday that its military presence in the country will continue following recent attacks against the ruling junta.

Russia announced on Thursday that its forces will remain in Mali, formally rejecting a demand from Tuareg rebels for a withdrawal following recent attacks against the military junta.

Madagascar leader Michael Randrianirina holds talks with French President Emmanuel Macron after expelling a French diplomat accused of plotting to destabilize the country.

Madagascan leader Michael Randrianirina confirmed discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron following the expulsion of a French diplomat from Madagascar over allegations of destabilization efforts.