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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Iran blames the United States for Israel's attack on its consulate in Syria; promises revenge

Iran's top diplomat accused the United States of enabling Israel's deadly attack on its consulate in Syria, vowing retaliation for the incident.

Feb 27 • 03:18 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "It's Time to Tell the Truth, Ingvar Carlsson!"

This opinion piece urges former Swedish Prime Minister Ingvar Carlsson to disclose what he knows about a Soviet diplomat and KGB spy related to the assassination of Olof Palme.

Feb 26 • 19:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The scientist and former diplomat Uldis Bluķis has passed away

Uldis Bluķis, a significant figure in Latvia's post-independence era and a respected academic, has died.

Feb 26 • 10:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Sikorski called Nawrocki to the table. Urgent appeal in the Sejm

Radosław Sikorski expresses gratitude to Andrzej Duda for signing ambassadorial nominations while urging Karol Nawrocki to resolve conflicts surrounding Polish diplomat nominations.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

A Stubborn Russian Diplomat Publicly Mocked Ukraine: 'I Am Ukrainian'

A Russian diplomat publicly claimed to be Ukrainian during a UN Security Council meeting commemorating the fourth anniversary of Russia's extensive invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 26 • 08:57 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Israeli Model in Kashmir: How Modi's Government Adopted Tel Aviv's Policies?

The article discusses how the Indian government, under Prime Minister Modi, has adopted strategies reminiscent of Israeli policies in managing Kashmir, particularly in light of statements made by Indian diplomat Sandeep Chakravorty.

Feb 25 • 18:44 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Mona Juul has returned her diplomatic passport

Mona Juul, a former top diplomat, has returned her diplomatic passport following her resignation amid allegations of serious corruption.

Feb 25 • 12:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Diplomat competition of Itamaraty has an initial salary of R$ 22,500; registrations end this Wednesday

Registrations for the new public competition for diplomats at Itamaraty, offering 60 positions with an initial salary of R$ 22,558.56, will close on Wednesday.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Kim Jong-un’s Appointment as General Secretary is ‘Theatrical Politics’, Says Former North Korean Diplomat about the Party Congress

A former North Korean diplomat claims Kim Jong-un's reappointment is merely theatrical politics to emphasize that North Korea is not a dictatorship.

Feb 24 • 21:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China versus the West? Wang Yi tells UN no country is ‘human rights teacher’

Chinese diplomat Wang Yi argues at the UN that no country can act as a 'teacher of human rights' and emphasizes the importance of non-interference and respect for international laws.

Feb 24 • 08:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Putin's Provocateur and Propagandist, Welcomed by Fico - Who is the New Russian Ambassador to Slovakia?

Sergej Vadimovič Andrejev, the new Russian ambassador to Slovakia, is a seasoned diplomat known for his ties to propaganda and alleged espionage activities under Vladimir Putin's regime, despite receiving a warm welcome from Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Feb 24 • 07:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Mandelson released on bail

Former British diplomat Peter Mandelson has been released on bail after being arrested the previous evening.

Feb 24 • 05:54 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU to limit Russian diplomatic mission to 40 staff and bar entry to former Russian soldiers – EU chief diplomat

The EU plans to restrict the Russian diplomatic mission to 40 staff members and prevent former Russian soldiers from entering the Schengen area, according to EU chief diplomat Kaja Kallas.

Feb 24 • 04:43 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Suspected top diplomat released on bail

Former British top diplomat Peter Mandelson has been released on bail following his arrest in connection with sexual crimes.

Feb 24 • 02:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Former British diplomat Peter Mandelson arrested over ties to Epstein

Former British ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, has been arrested on suspicion of public service abuse due to his close ties with deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 • 20:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Former UK Ambassador to the US P. Mandelson Arrested for Suspected Links to J. Epstein

Former UK diplomat P. Mandelson has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police over allegations of passing confidential information to Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as a minister.

Feb 23 • 18:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Mandelson arrested by police in Epstein investigation

Former British diplomat and minister Peter Mandelson has been arrested by the London police amid allegations of misconduct related to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 • 17:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Mandelson arrested in Epstein investigation

Former British top diplomat Peter Mandelson has been arrested in London as part of the Epstein investigation.

Feb 23 • 17:11 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Times: Peter Mandelson Led Away by Police

Peter Mandelson, the former diplomat and politician, has been led away by police amid investigations regarding his alleged misconduct in public office.

Feb 23 • 17:02 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

The EU's Chief Diplomat expressed doubts about the approval of a new sanctions package against Russia due to Hungary's opposition.

Feb 23 • 09:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Budrys: I hope we will not get involved in another escalation with the US over tariffs

Lithuanian diplomat K. Budrys expresses hope that the US will adhere to last year's tariff agreement, avoiding further escalation.

Feb 23 • 08:49 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The EU's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas calls for a 'diplomatic solution' in Iran

Kaja Kallas, the EU's chief diplomat, advocates for a diplomatic approach to Iran amid its current vulnerabilities.

Feb 23 • 07:52 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Epstein Case: Investigations into Links of a French Diplomat with the Sex Offender Will Go 'to the End', Says Jean-Noël Barrot

The French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot assures that the investigations into a French diplomat's connections with Jeffrey Epstein will be thorough and completed.

Feb 22 • 14:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The diplomat competition has a salary of R$ 22.5 thousand, vacancies for indigenous people, and an exam in Campo Grande

The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has opened a diplomat selection process with 60 vacancies and a starting salary of R$ 22,558.56, including provisions for indigenous candidates.

Feb 21 • 14:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Budrys on Ukraine's EU membership by 2030: achievable, important to consolidate political will

Lithuanian diplomat K. Budrys claims that Ukraine's EU membership by 2030 is ambitious but attainable with united political will.

Feb 21 • 11:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Russian stamp featuring Kapodistrias and the messages behind its issuance

The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a stamp featuring Ioannis Kapodistrias to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the notable Greek diplomat and governor.

Feb 21 • 10:31 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Økokrim on Epstein cases: We are in contact with foreign police.

Norway's Økokrim is investigating Norwegians linked to Jeffrey Epstein and is collaborating with international authorities including the FBI.

Feb 21 • 09:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

John Feeley: "Perhaps this is the most delicate moment for American democracy in the last two centuries"

John Feeley, a former U.S. diplomat, discusses the current vulnerable state of American democracy amid rising authoritarianism.

Feb 20 • 20:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Appointment of Antonia Romeo as head of civil service shows ‘poor judgment’ say former colleagues

Former colleagues have criticized Keir Starmer's appointment of Antonia Romeo as head of the civil service, citing unresolved bullying allegations from her past tenure as a diplomat.

Feb 19 • 17:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Wherever they are, we have the right to eliminate them,' Pakistan threatens Taliban diplomat

Pakistan has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan over the use of its territory for attacks against Pakistan, following an incident that killed 11 Pakistani soldiers.

Feb 19 • 11:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Leila Khaled.. A Pioneer of Palestinian Women's Diplomacy in European Capitals

Leila Khaled, a prominent Palestinian diplomat and activist, known for her significant role in representing Palestine in European capitals, passed away at the age of 76.

Feb 19 • 10:43 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Putin meets top Cuban diplomat amid US blockade

Putin reaffirmed Russia's support for Cuba amid the US blockade during a meeting with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla.

Feb 18 • 23:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Palestine’s first female diplomat Leila Shahid dies in France at 76

Leila Shahid, the first female diplomat to represent Palestine, has passed away at the age of 76 in southern France.

Feb 18 • 22:38 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Palestine: Palestinian former diplomat Leila Shahid dies at the age of 76

Leila Shahid, a former Palestinian diplomat, has died at the age of 76, as confirmed by family members and reported by media outlets.

Feb 18 • 16:57 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Russia and Cuba negotiate against a common enemy

Cuban diplomat Bruno Rodriguez visits Russia to seek assistance amid a fuel crisis exacerbated by a U.S. oil blockade.

Feb 18 • 14:02 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Farewell to Frederick Vreeland, the spy who suggested to Kennedy the phrase 'Ich bin ein Berliner'

Frederick Vreeland, a former CIA agent and diplomat, passed away at the age of 98 in Rome, known for his suave demeanor and contributions to history.

Feb 18 • 13:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Budrys awards diplomat S. Šatūnas with the ministry's honor insignia

Diplomat S. Šatūnas received an award for his contributions to strengthening Lithuania's defense through EU-level initiatives and for actively shaping decisions related to national security.

Feb 18 • 08:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Top diplomat has abandoned the stance that the USA will remain our most important military ally

A top diplomat in Denmark has expressed the need for reevaluation of security policies that heavily rely on the United States as the primary military ally.

Feb 18 • 05:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

'Don't force India to break ties with Russia', former diplomat Lindsey warns the Trump administration

Former US diplomat Lindsey Ford has warned the Trump administration that pressuring India to sever ties with Russia could be self-destructive.

Feb 18 • 03:05 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Anne-Claire Legendre, a close diplomat-advisor to Emmanuel Macron, proposed to succeed Jack Lang at the Arab World Institute

Anne-Claire Legendre has been proposed to succeed Jack Lang as the head of the Arab World Institute following Lang's resignation due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 • 09:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Belgium summons US ambassador after his allegations of antisemitism

Belgium's Foreign Minister Maxime Prevo has summoned US Ambassador Bill White in response to allegations of antisemitism made against Belgium by the diplomat.

Feb 17 • 08:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

With an Argentine as a Bridge, Iran and the United States Resume Talks on the Nuclear Program

Iran and the United States are resuming indirect nuclear negotiations with the help of Argentine diplomat Rafael Grossi amidst high international tensions.

Feb 16 • 21:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

The patience and the poker face: Iran’s wily diplomat set to face the US in nuclear talks

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi prepares for critical nuclear talks with the US, emphasizing the need for mutual concessions and understanding of differing negotiation styles.

Feb 16 • 20:10 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

A Nobleman and a Diplomat Wrote a Trilogy about the Bitter End of the Hungarian Elite and the Entire Epoch

Miklós Bánffy’s trilogy captures the decline of the Hungarian aristocracy through its historical narrative and rich character portrayals.

Feb 16 • 17:45 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The life of a star diplomat: From peace negotiator to corruption suspect

Mona Juul, a renowned peace negotiator and respected diplomat, is now implicated in corruption scandals that have marred her career.

Feb 16 • 16:22 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Steve Durst – the US citizen space diplomat who reached out to China

Steve Durst, a notable US space diplomat and founder of the International Lunar Observatory Association, passed away at the age of 82, having played a crucial role in bridging US-China relations in the field of space exploration.

Feb 16 • 12:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"We are at a crossroads." Stropnický on why he joined ANO and whether he would return

Martin Stropnický, a former minister and diplomat, discusses his evolving relationship with politics and his feelings about the current state of political discourse in Czechia.

Feb 16 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Diplomat: Europe is Irreplaceable in the Negotiation Process for Ending the War in Ukraine

Ukrainian politician and diplomat Roman Bessmertnõi stated that EU countries are indispensable in the negotiation process to end the war in Ukraine.

Feb 16 • 02:34 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Former diplomat: - Epstein is not the biggest problem for the Foreign Ministry

Former diplomat André Mundal suggests that the real crisis in Norway's Foreign Ministry is the culture of fear of making mistakes, rather than the Epstein case itself.

Feb 15 • 17:18 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Concern of American ex-diplomat has gained strong support with a wave of signatures

Former U.S. diplomat Ivo Daalder expresses concerns about the direction of the U.S. under the current administration, gaining traction amidst renewed transatlantic dialogue.

Feb 15 • 16:03 UTC

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