Qatar Condemns Israeli Attack on Doha: Arab leaders demand action after an Israeli airstrike on Qatar, killing five Hamas members. The attack is condemned as a form of state terrorism and an assault on mediation principles by Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. An emergency summit of heads of state from Arab and Islamic nations will address the incident and discuss a joint Arab military force proposal. Qatar reassesses its role in Gaza Strip mediation amid the attack, while Hamas denies reports of killed delegation members but admits five were killed, including Khalil al-Hayy, son of leader in Gaza Strip. The international community is urged to reject
Israel's air strikes on Qatar have sparked a discussion for an Arab military alliance. The proposal, under consideration at the emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha, aims to create a joint military coalition. Qatar's prime minister is reportedly set to endorse the creation of this alliance on Monday, marking a significant push towards regional military integration.
US Senator Marco Rubio discussed ties with Pakistani Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, focusing on cooperation in multiple areas. The two leaders exchanged views on bilateral relations, regional and international developments, and global challenges. They expressed satisfaction with the positive progress in their relationship and agreed to build upon existing momentum. The conversation highlighted shared interests in working together on broader global challenges, and both sides reiterated their resolve to strengthen ties across various sectors.
Russia's Defence Ministry confirmed conducting a large-scale drone strike against Ukrainian military infrastructure in western Ukraine, but denied plans to hit targets inside Poland or Romania. A senior Russian diplomat suggested drones may have originated from Ukrainian-held areas, sparking debate about Nato's readiness to confront modern drone warfare. Peter Bator, a former Slovak ambassador to Nato, argued that the incidents reveal gaps in the alliance's deterrence strategy and highlighted the need for more decisive action. Nato officials are calling for additional resources and integrated defence systems, while analysts believe the drone incursions may be part of a deliberate Kremlin strategy to probe Nato's defences without triggering Article 5.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadeful has urged Russia to face more pressure following airspace violations in Poland and incidents in Romania. He warned Moscow that NATO will react decisively if Russia continues to violate airspace, as reported by DPA.
Poland allows NATO troops to remain in the country, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski stated. The incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace last week was an attempt by the Kremlin to test NATO's reaction. This move aims to prevent provoking an all-out war with the West, according to Sikorski's interview with The Guardian.
The Open Cooperation Forum at the China International Fair for Trade in Services 2025 was attended by key figures, including Sun Xiao, Wang Qizhi, Liang Jie, and Zhang Li. The alliance aims to capitalize on Shijingshan's exhibition resources, enhance international cooperation, and support regional economic development. Shijingshan is leveraging its geographical advantages to expand its network and welcome new partners, with a focus on open cooperation. The district has hosted various conferences, events, and competitions, attracting high-end international resources and strengthening global cooperation in technological innovation. Collaborative projects have been established with government departments, institutions, enterprises, and chambers of commerce from countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Japan, and Hungary.
South Korea is proposing a bilateral currency swap with the US as part of trade talks. The terms are still under negotiation, making it difficult to confirm each side's position. The Finance Ministry is discussing measures to minimize the impact of a tariff deal on the foreign exchange market, but declined to confirm specific details. This is the second time South Korea has signed a swap arrangement with the US, previously doing so during the 2008 global financial crisis and the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic.
US President Donald Trump has raised the issue of forcibly selling Chinese company TikTok, while China has responded by proposing importing US soybeans amid the ongoing US-China trade talks in Madrid. The two sides are engaged in a tense battle of wits over existing issues such as high reciprocal tariffs, restrictions on advanced technologies like semiconductor chips for AI, and restrictions on rare earth elements. The US delegation, led by Treasury Secretary Scott Besant and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, met with the Chinese delegation, led by Vice Premier He Lifeng, for six hours on the first day of the Madrid trade talks. The Chinese delegation is expected to stay in Spain until the 17th, with predictions of a second meeting on the 15th.