The interim administration under Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has made significant diplomatic moves without parliamentary oversight, including strengthening ties with China and re-establishing maritime links with Pakistan, raising concerns about their long-term validity and legitimacy due to the lack of an electoral mandate.
https://www.eurasiantimes.com/china-bangladesh-pakistan-axis-rattle/Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiyy has urged Washington and Western allies for help in bolstering Ukraine's air defenses after a Russian attack involving hundreds of drones, cruise, and ballistic missiles. Germany is Ukraine's second-largest military backer, but the US commitment to Kyiv has been questioned, putting pressure on Europe to step up support.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370291/german-foreign-minister-arrives-in-kyiv-to-discuss-support-for-ukrainePakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari stated that the new generation desires peace and a ceasefire between Islamabad and New Delhi should be followed by dialogue. He countered India's claim that Pakistan is a terrorist state, noting that the world has rejected this narrative. Bhutto emphasized that his message is not only for the Pakistani people but also for the Indian people, urging against the passing down of hatred through generations.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1325156-ceasefire-with-india-must-lead-to-talks-bilawalChina's aggressive posture is evident in its ship positions recorded on the first day of each month, which have targeted Philippine vessels and aircraft. The country has also introduced new legal baselines in the region, a move analysts believe was aimed at reinforcing its control of disputed territory through "incremental encroachment". China's actions are particularly notable in Scarborough Shoal, where it seized control in 2012, sparking tensions with the Philippines over the island's location within the country's exclusive economic zone.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/29/news/china-expands-blockade-in-bajo-de-masinloc-group/2140099China's spokesperson has condemned unilateral bullying in international trade, criticizing the US for undermining the multilateral trading system. China welcomes diplomatic efforts to resolve trade disputes with the US through equal consultations and urges fairness and justice. The spokesperson believes that defending principles is key to protecting a country's legitimate rights.
https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/06/29/china-opposes-any-tariff-deal-made-at-its-expense-commerce-ministryPrague has maintained warm relations with Taiwan despite not having official diplomatic ties with China. A Chinese diplomat was involved in a traffic incident in Prague last year, and it was reported that they had planned to stage a car crash as a demonstration. This highlights the complexities of international relations and the importance of quality journalism in verifying information.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/06/29/asia-pacific/politics/taiwan-china-czech-plot/French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has stated that France is willing to contribute to ensuring safe food distribution in Gaza, addressing concerns about armed groups intercepting aid. However, he did not provide details on how this would be achieved. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with seven people, including at least two children, found dead and mourned by crowds at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/gaza-civil-defense-says-israeli-forces-kill-37-including-children-210863The Israel-Iran conflict has escalated tensions in the Middle East, with the US attacking Iran's nuclear sites over the weekend. In response, Iran targeted a US base in Qatar, but then announced a ceasefire after President Trump's statement. The dispute centers on Israel's alleged goal of preventing Iran from developing its own nuclear weapons, despite being a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, while Israel is not. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has found no evidence of an active coordinated weapons program in Iran.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2022419/trump-denies-plan-to-help-iran-access-30-billion-for-civilian-nuclear-programIsrael launched a response to allegations that its military was responsible for casualties during an October 7 attack, resulting in over 56,300 Palestinian civilian deaths, according to local health authorities in Gaza. The death toll has been disputed, with some estimates as high as 377,000 lives or 17% of the total population. In the past 24 hours, at least 72 people were killed and over 170 injured by Israeli gunfire in Gaza.
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