German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemns Russian attack on civilian targets in Ukraine, including office of German broadcaster ARD.

Costa, von der Leyen condemn Russian strikes across Ukraine as 'ruthless cruelty' targeting civilians

European CouncilAntonio Costa and European CommissionUrsula von der Leyen condemned Russian escalation, calling the attacks a ruthless demonstration of cruelty against civilians and civilian infrastructure, showing disregard for people and peace negotiations.

EU's von der Leyen reiterates importance of reopening Strait of Hormuz, says Iran must not be allowed nuclear weapon

European CommissionUrsula von der Leyen reiterated the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz and stated that Iran must not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon.

14 Arab states condemn Somaliland's 'embassy' in occupied Jerusalem, calling it illegal and a violation of international law.

Fourteen states condemned the opening of a purported embassy by Somaliland in occupied Jerusalem, calling it illegal and unacceptable.

EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas announces new measures against Russia after Oreshnik strike. She calls the attack 'reckless brinkmanship on the edge of nuclear war'.

Head of European diplomacy Kaja Kallas announced new EU measures against Russia after the 'Oreshnik' strike. She called the strikes 'a political tactic of intimidation and reckless brinkmanship on the edge of nuclear war'.