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Azerbaijan

Global Baku Forum: Contrasting views on Iran war as hardship spreads

Former European Commission President Romano Prodi told Euronews it is high time a diplomatic solution was found to the crisis.

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Ukraine accuses Hungary of seizing bank convoy carrying cash, staff

Kyiv claims Hungarian authorities kidnapped seven employees of the Ukrainian Oschadbank, together with a large quantity of cash and gold, and has warned its citizens to avoid transiting Hungary.

Qatar in Motion

Bridging Traditions from Qatar to South America

In partnership with Media City

In this episode, Laila travels to Chile to witness first-hand how creative collaboration is becoming Qatar’s signature on the world stage. What does it mean when murals, music, and marketplaces become canvases for international dialogue? We speak to the creatives who are taking the lead.

France

France blocks US ambassador's government access after summons no-show

France's Foreign Ministry had summoned US Ambassador Charles Kushner to explain comments made by the Trump administration about the killed far-right activist Quentin Deranque.

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Europe News

Friedrich Merz heads to China to reset strained trade relations

Germany aims to find “the right balance of cooperation” with China. The visit comes at a critical time for German car makers who face increased Chinese competition.

Culture news

Epstein fallout: Anne-Claire Legendre to head Arab World Institute

Until now Emmanuel Macron's adviser on North Africa and the Middle East, Anne-Clark Legendre says she will champion "the Arab strand in French culture"as the new head of the Arab World Institute. She replaces Jack Lang who resigned from the post over revelations about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Europe News

France launches ‘French Response’ to take on trolls and disinfo on X

Through posts combining provocation, humour and irony, the "French Response" account has taken potshots at trolls, but also top-level politicians. It is part of a wider strategy led by Paris to combat disinformation, ministry told Euronews.

Eurasia Talks

President Ilham Aliyev outlines strategy on global order, peace and energy security

Speaking at Davos, President Ilham Aliyev outlines Azerbaijan’s response to global geopolitical shifts, progress towards peace in the South Caucasus and expanding energy cooperation with Europe.

Eurasia Talks

Deputy prime minister of Kyrgyzstan outlines regional and EU relations

In this edition of Eurasia Talks and in a rare interview, Euronews is joined by Edil Baisalov, the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan.

Azerbaijan

Israel’s Foreign Minister Sa'ar visits Baku amid regional tensions

The Israeli foreign minister discussed cooperation in energy, defence and tourism. Israel supports Iranian protesters, while Baku monitors its ethnic Azeri population in Iran.

Road To

World Government Summit 2026 unveiled in Dubai

Dubai has unveiled the World Government Summit 2026, set to be its largest ever. More than 150 government delegations, global leaders, and scientists will gather to tackle AI, climate and economic risks, aiming to move from ideas to action at a critical global moment.

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Japanese and Italian PMs discuss defence and trade in Tokyo on Meloni's birthday

Japan and Italy upgraded their relationship to a special strategic partnership, emphasizing economic and energy security and marking 160 years of diplomatic ties.

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Prime Minister Takaichi and President Lee share drum session in Tokyo

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung surprised everyone by playing drums to K-pop hits after formal talks in Tokyo.

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German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties

During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.

Europe News

EU to deepen ties with Jordan to support post-conflict Syria

The European Union is looking to deepen its ties with Jordan, Syria and the Middle East as it takes a tougher stance on asylum requests and returns.

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Doha Forum 2025: Dialogue, Mediation and Global Cooperation

Doha Forum 2025 brought world leaders together to confront rising global tensions, deepen EU–GCC ties and support Syria’s transition. With Qatar’s mediation role in focus, the Forum emphasized moving from dialogue to real results.

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Turkmenistan Marks 30 Years of Permanent Neutrality — A Milestone in Peace and Connectivity

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When the United Nations General Assembly unanimously recognised Turkmenistan’s status of permanent neutrality in December 1995, few could have predicted quite how central this principle would become to the country’s identity.

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Turkmenistan celebrates 30 years of permanent neutrality

In partnership with the International Conference on Peace and Trust

The International Conference on Peace and Trust hosted in Ashgabat, focused on how the notion of neutrality can help solving conflicts and crisis.

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Doha Forum 2025: From Dialogue to Action

The 2025 Doha Forum gathered global leaders to confront the world’s toughest challenges, highlight Qatar’s growing mediation role, and unveil major development pledges. Under the theme “Justice in Action,” the focus was clear: turning dialogue into real, measurable progress.

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Doha Forum Youth Edition spotlights ‘Justice in Action’

In partnership with Media City

Celebrating its fifth year, the Doha Forum Youth Edition preludes under the theme, ‘Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress. More than 150 youth delegates debate and discuss topics including geopolitics, emerging technologies, cultural diplomacy and global security.