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Yassmin Bautista Lazaro Eyes UN Security Seat Bid

Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary-designate, Yassmin Bautista Lazaro, has expressed her commitment to working closely with her predecessor, Maria Teresa Manalo, as the Philippines pursues a non-permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council for 2027-2028.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/07/02/news/national/lazaro-takes-oath-as-foreign-affairs-chief/2141891

51 Palestinians Killed in Gaza Bombardment

At least 51 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, including 24 at a seafront rest area, as Israel steps up its bombardment ahead of White House talks on a potential ceasefire. The Israeli military has continued to pursue its offensive across the Palestinian territory despite US President Donald Trump's urging for a halt to the fighting. The conflict has created dire humanitarian conditions for the population of over two million in Gaza, with more than 20 months of combat leaving widespread destruction and death. The UN has condemned the "weaponisation of food" in Gaza, where aid seekers have been targeted by Israeli forces, and opposition leader Yair Lapid has said there is "no longer any benefit" to the war.

https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370483/gaza-rescuers-say-israeli-forces-kill-over-50-as-ceasefire-calls-mount

Charities Slam Gaza Aid Mechanism Over Deadly Violence

Dozens of international charities and NGOs, including Oxfam, Save the Children, and Amnesty, have urged an Israeli and US-backed aid mechanism for Gaza to disband due to repeated incidents of chaos and deadly violence against Palestinians seeking aid in southern and central Gaza. At least seven Palestinians were killed in these incidents between Monday and Tuesday.

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/international-charities-ngos-urge-halt-to-contentious-israeli-backed-aid-group-in-gaza-1888646

Denmark Pledges $98M for Mykolaiv's Energy Security

Denmark has pledged significant support for Ukraine's reconstruction efforts, particularly in the Mykolaiv region. In 2022, Denmark adopted the city as part of its humanitarian response to the challenging situation there. The country allocated EUR 98 million to purchase equipment enhancing Ukraine's energy security through its Ukrainian-Danish energy partnership. A letter of intent was signed by Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen on June 24, under the "Build with Ukraine" initiative, which aims to support the export of Ukrainian military technologies and establish production facilities abroad.

https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/4010085-danish-ambassador-on-assistance-to-ukraine-weapons-weapons-and-weapons.html

India, US Close in on Trade Deal This Week

India is set to finalize a trade agreement with the US, according to reports from the Financial Times. The deal could be announced as early as this week, with negotiations led by Indian officials and possibly including US Trade Representative Katherine Tai.

https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370490/india-to-finalise-interim-trade-deal-with-us-as-early-as-this-week-ft-reports

Jaishankar Condemns State-Sponsored Terror in Pakistan

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasized the need to publicly condemn terrorism when it is supported by a state against a neighbor and fueled by extremism, specifically referencing Pakistan. He made these remarks during an exhibition titled 'The Human Cost of Terrorism' at the UN headquarters in New York, as part of his three-day visit to the US.

https://www.ndtv.com/video/when-terrorism-is-supported-by-state-against-s-jaishankar-at-un-959725?pfrom=home-ndtv_video

Jaishankar Defends India Against Global Terrorism Threats

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar stated that India will take necessary measures to defend its people amid applause. He emphasized the global threat of terrorism and urged countries to have zero tolerance for it. Jaishankar mentioned that India has been battling terrorism from Pakistan since 1947, citing the 2001 Parliament and 2008 Mumbai attacks as examples. He also clarified that US President Donald Trump's claim about using trade to stop the recent conflict between India and Pakistan had no impact on their negotiations with Washington.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pahalgam-attack-was-act-of-economic-warfare-says-external-affairs-minister-jaishankar/article69758337.ece

Jaishankar Rejects Trump's Claim on Kashmir Ceasefire

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has refuted US President Donald Trump's claim that trade talks influenced India's decision to call for a ceasefire in the Kashmir region. Jaishankar stated that India's position on the ceasefire was driven by security interests, not external pressure or trade negotiations.

https://www.news18.com/india/i-was-in-the-room-jaishankar-rebuts-trumps-ceasefire-claim-recounts-india-pakistan-conflict-chronology-ws-kl-9414097.html

Jaishankar Seeks Trade Deal Before July 9 Deadline

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar is leading talks with the US to reach an agreement on a trade deal, aiming to avoid steep tariff hikes on July 9. The negotiations have hit roadblocks over import duties for auto components, steel, and farm goods. India may see its new "reciprocal" tariff rate rise to 27% from 10%. Jaishankar hopes to finalize an interim trade deal with the US as early as this week.

https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370513/bessent-says-us-trade-deal-with-india-is-very-close