European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calls for a permanent path to peace in Lebanon, stating that a temporary pause in hostilities is not enough to resolve the conflict.

Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri says the country entered negotiations with Israel to avoid a prolonged war.

Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri stated that Lebanon engaged in negotiations with Israel to prevent a prolonged war.

Qatar emir discusses US-Iran ceasefire deal with President Trump, reports say

Qatar's Emir discussed a ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran with President Trump, according to reports.

EU to outline mutual defense clause activation blueprint, Cyprus president says, as Trump casts doubt on NATO commitment

The EU will present a blueprint detailing the activation of its mutual assistance clause in case of an attack, Cyprus' president stated on Friday, as President Donald Trump questions US commitment to NATO.

US Treasury Sec. Bessent: Upcoming summit with Xi Jinping is about 'stability' – WSJ

US Treasury Secretary Bessent says the upcoming summit with Xi Jinping is about 'stability'.