Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has warned Thailand against blocking Cambodian citizens from entering disputed areas, including the Emerald Triangle and four temples under dispute with Thailand. He emphasized that no party can restrict access unilaterally and urged Thailand to respect the status quo, which was in place on June 7, 2025. If Thailand reopens its border crossing, Cambodia will follow suit within five hours, Hun Manet said.
https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/07/02/cambodian-leader-warns-thailand-dont-cross-the-line-on-disputed-areasIndia and West African countries are set to strengthen bilateral ties through defence cooperation, critical minerals, and digital public infrastructure. The visit reaffirms the shared commitment between India and ECOWAS/African Union member states to deepen their engagement.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/pm-modi-begins-landmark-visit-to-ghana-receives-warm-welcome-from-president-mahama-at-airport/Indonesian Deputy Speaker Hidayat Nur Wahid urged President Prabowo Subianto to use his visit to Saudi Arabia to pressure other countries to take concrete action against the Israeli genocide in Gaza, citing Indonesia's commitment to world peace as outlined in its 1945 Constitution. He called on the international community, including the United Nations, Arab League, and Organization of Islamic Cooperation, to unite to end the violence and ensure safe humanitarian aid distribution to Gaza, criticizing the current system that has resulted in over 500 Palestinian deaths and 4,000 injuries while attempting to access assistance.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/363493/president-urged-to-address-gaza-issue-in-saudiIran has suspended cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) under the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons and its related Safeguards Agreement, following a law passed by Iran's parliament. The decision was made by Iranian state television, which quoted a bill that mandates the suspension until certain conditions are met, including the guaranteed security of nuclear facilities and scientists. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar condemned the move as "a complete renunciation of all its international nuclear obligations and commitments," urging European nations to implement their snapback clause to reimpose U.N. sanctions on Iran if it is deemed out of compliance with its 2015 nuclear deal.
https://www.koat.com/article/iran-suspends-iaea-cooperation-nuclear-tensions/65276122Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a five-nation tour starting with Ghana, aiming to strengthen India's global partnerships in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/pm-modi-to-embark-on-five-nation-tour-today-beginning-with-ghana/Pakistan's Ambassador to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, has called on the Security Council not to remain a "bystander" in the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where Israeli military operations have resulted in devastating tolls on lives and infrastructure. He criticized the new aid distribution mechanism as contrary to international humanitarian law and human dignity, putting civilians at risk. Pakistan also emphasized addressing root causes of terrorism, including resolving conflicts, ending foreign intervention, and promoting justice and self-determination. The Pakistani envoy urged the UN to integrate respect for human rights and rule of law into its counterterrorism efforts to prevent abuse by member states.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1325907-pakistan-urges-kashmir-dispute-resolution-as-it-assumes-unsc-presidencyThe Quad grouping has launched a flagship programme called the "Critical Minerals Initiative" to build resilient, diversified supply chains amid global concern over China's monopolistic control and pricing tactics. Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, along with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, unveiled the initiative during a meeting in the US capital. The aim is to diversify and secure mineral supply chains, addressing concerns over supply chain disruptions and coercion.
https://indiatoday.in/india/story/maritime-law-minerals-resilience-quad-expands-indo-pacific-focus-2749610-2025-07-02US Vice President was present when he warned Prime Minister Modi that if certain conditions weren't met, Pakistan would launch a massive assault on India. On May 9, Pakistan launched a large-scale attack, which Jaishankar confirmed. The US State Department issued a joint statement with the foreign ministers of the "Quad" group, but didn't name Pakistan or blame Islamabad. Pakistan responded to Indian aggression by launching Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, downing six fighter jets and dozens of drones. A ceasefire agreement was brokered by US President Donald Trump after 87 hours, which Pakistan has acknowledged and recommended him for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/612085-us-warned-modi-of-large-scale-pakistani-attack-on-may-9-jaishankarUkraine's Foreign Ministry warned the US Embassy in Kyiv, represented by Deputy Chief of Mission John Ginkel, that delays in military aid would embolden Russia to continue its war, as Ukraine seeks support to bolster its defense capabilities.
https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/07/02/kremlin-welcomes-halt-in-us-arms-shipments-to-ukraine-a89648