Durban (Diplomat.so) - South African Police Service (SAPS), in coordination with the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS), confirmed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, that arrests were made following nationwide anti-migrant protests held on Tuesday, June 30, across Durban, Johannesburg,…

Baghdad (Diplomat.so) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein in Baghdad on Sunday, June 28, to discuss maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, US–Iran understandings, and escalating regional tensions involving Lebanon.

Moscow (Diplomat.so) - Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed United Russia party conference in Moscow on Sunday, June 28, pledging national security and responding to ongoing Ukrainian infrastructure attacks during election period preparations.

Tel Aviv (Diplomat.so) - Channel 12 Israel reported Sunday June 28 in Tel Aviv that secret annex of Israel–Lebanon framework outlines conditional withdrawal rules and Israeli operational security provisions across border zone reportedly.

Beijing (Diplomat.so) – National People's Congress Standing Committee of China expelled 13 members, including six senior generals, in Beijing on Saturday, 27 June, as part of an expanded anti-corruption campaign under President Xi Jinping.

Caracas (Diplomat.so) - Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez reported on Saturday that the death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday has risen to 1,430, as nationwide search and rescue operations continue amid widespread destruction.

Beirut (Diplomat.so) – The Lebanese presidency said Saturday, June 27, that President Joseph Aoun told US President Donald Trump in a phone call that Washington should help prevent violations of the Israel-Lebanon framework agreement and ensure compliance with obligations.

Tehran (Diplomat.so) - Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said its naval forces launched a coordinated missile and drone operation against U.S. military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain early Sunday, June 28, in response to what it described as recent American attacks on Iranian territory.

Washington, D.C. (Diplomat.so) – The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has formally notified the United States Congress on Thursday, June 25, of its intention to approve a foreign military sale exceeding $700 million for fighter jet engines to Türkiye, according to congressional records…

London (Diplomat.so) – UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed on Thursday, June 25, that a commercial cargo vessel operating 7.5 nautical miles southeast of Dhahit, Oman, was struck by an unidentified projectile, damaging its starboard side and bridge structure during transit through the Strait…

Manama (Diplomat.so) - U.S. Department of State Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday, June 25, in Manama, Bahrain, that Gulf states unanimously oppose any taxes or fees on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, warning such measures could disrupt global shipping.

Washington, D.C. (Diplomat.so) – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Thursday, June 25, that the Trump administration may move forward with ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 350,000 Haitian nationals and approximately 6,100 Syrians, removing a key legal barrier to the administration's…

Nairobi (Diplomat.so) – The National Police Service of Kenya said 355 people were arrested across the country on Thursday, 25 June, during demonstrations marking the second anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z anti-Finance Bill protests, as security agencies reported that operations were conducted to maintain…

Nairobi (Diplomat.so) - Kenya Police Service blocked major roads into central Nairobi on Thursday, June 25, deploying riot units as Gen Z-led protests marking the 2024 anti-tax movement anniversary spread nationwide. Security forces sealed highways with checkpoints, leaving the central business district…

Bloemfontein (Diplomat.so) – Zambia's government confirmed on Tuesday, June 23, in Bloemfontein, South Africa, that it will not appeal a Supreme Court of Appeal ruling in favor of former President Edgar Lungu's family over custody of his remains.

Khartoum (Diplomat.so) – Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Sudan and private university directors agreed in Khartoum on Tuesday, June 23, to resume operations at original campuses after wartime disruption.

Tehran (Diplomat.so) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, June 22, that Iran's negotiating delegation concluded its mission in this phase of talks with the United States and mediators, while technical teams continue work on implementation mechanisms and confidence-building…

London (Diplomat.so) – Keir Starmer confirmed on Monday, June 22, that he will resign as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and leader of the governing Labour Party after informing King Charles III of his decision. He said he will remain in office until Labour elects a new leader through a leadership…

Bürgenstock, Switzerland (Diplomat.so) – United States and Iranian delegations are set to begin first round of negotiations at Bürgenstock Resort on Sunday, June 21, under a 60-day framework addressing nuclear programme issues, sanctions relief, and regional security arrangements.

Paris (Diplomat.so) - French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday, 18 June, during a France 2 interview in Paris that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should act with "responsibility and rationality" amid escalating tensions in southern Lebanon, Gaza and Somalia.