New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters urged all parties to return to talks amid the escalating crisis in the Middle East. He described it as "the most serious" he has dealt with and emphasized that diplomacy will deliver a more enduring resolution than further military action. China's state-run media warned of unintended consequences from US strikes, citing the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is set to discuss the impact with key ministers on Sunday. South Korea plans an emergency meeting to discuss security and economic ramifications. Australia called for diplomatic de-escalation, while Mexico and Venezuela condemned the US military aggression against Iran.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/nations-and-government-officials-react-to-us-strike-on-iran-updates-june-22/article69723757.eceRussian President Vladimir Putin met with Indonesian President Prabowo in a bilateral meeting at the Konstantinovsky Palace in St. Petersburg, where they discussed ways to strengthen their economic ties, including trade volume and agricultural cooperation. The two leaders agreed on expanding partnerships through the Indonesia-Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement (I–EAEU FTA) and implementing cross-border payment systems without third-party intermediaries. They also explored collaboration in energy, pharmaceuticals, research, agriculture, and tourism sectors, with Prabowo seeking increased exports of crude palm oil to Russia. The meeting aimed to strengthen global strategic partnerships and Indonesia's role in a more balanced world economic architecture.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/361097/indonesia-russia-relations-show-consistent-development-prabowo?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_rightRussian President Vladimir Putin has urged Israel and Iran to cease hostilities and avoid further escalation, warning that a catastrophe could occur if the conflict continues. He has offered to mediate between the two sides, but so far, no one has accepted his proposal. In a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Putin reiterated his offer, which was met with support from Xi, who believes it could help de-escalate the situation. China has long supported Iran and provides significant financial backing, including buying up to 90% of its crude oil exports through transhipment trades off the coast of Malaysia.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/610032-putin-and-xi-condemn-israel-over-its-iran-strikes-in-phone-call-kremlin-saysPresident Rumen Radev has expressed concern over the escalating military actions in the Middle East, warning that they pose a threat to international peace. He urged the permanent members of the UN Security Council to engage in constructive dialogue to prevent a global catastrophe.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/bulgaria/980431-rumen-radev-voennite-deistvia-v-blizkia-iztok-zastrashavat-mejdunarodnia-mirPakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned US air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, calling them a "serious violation of international law" and expressing concerns that they targeted facilities under International Atomic Energy Agency safeguards. He reaffirmed Pakistan's solidarity with the Iranian government and people, while urging collective efforts to de-escalate the situation. President Pezeshkian thanked Pakistan for its support, and both leaders emphasized the need for unity among Muslim nations in response to the crisis.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/610406-in-call-with-iranian-president-pm-says-dialogue-diplomacy-only-viable-path-forwardSingapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will visit China from June 22 to 26 at the invitation of Premier Li Qiang. During his five-day trip, Wong will commemorate the 35th anniversary of Singapore-China diplomatic relations and discuss bilateral issues with President Xi Jinping, Premier Li, and other officials. He will also attend the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Tianjin, where he will participate in a dialogue session with WEF President Børge Brende. Wong's delegation includes several senior ministers and MPs from Singapore, including Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Grace Fu, Jeffrey Siow, Sim Ann, and Dr Syed Harun Alhabsyi.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/singapore/2025/06/22/singapores-lawrence-wong-in-china-for-first-official-visit-as-prime-minister/181275Indonesia's Sugiono has condemned Israel's attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran and its military aggression in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire. The International Atomic Energy Organization (IAEA) supports this stance, stating that nuclear facilities should not be attacked. Sugiono also expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where more than 55,900 Palestinians have died since October 2023, mostly women and children. Indonesia urged all parties to refrain from actions threatening regional stability and called on the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to pressure Israel to cease its violations of international law.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/361017/indonesia-condemns-israels-attacks-on-gaza-iran-as-violations-of-law?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=top_newsUS President Donald Trump's efforts helped de-escalate tensions between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, securing a ceasefire and preventing a wider regional conflict. The Pakistani government hailed Trump as a "genuine peacemaker" with a commitment to resolving conflicts through dialogue. Trump had previously offered to help resolve the decades-old Kashmir dispute, and his administration emphasized the importance of implementing UN Security Council resolutions on the issue. Pakistan praised Trump's "pragmatic diplomacy and effective peace-building," while India denied any US involvement in the ceasefire.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1323690-dpm-dar-sends-nobel-recommendation-for-trump-to-norwayUS President Donald Trump downplayed the possibility of intervening to stop Israel's attacks on Iran, stating that his country is currently "winning" the conflict. Despite significant damage to Iran's Natanz facility, the heavily guarded Fordow facility remained untouched by Israeli attacks. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said his country was ready to consider diplomacy once again after the aggression stops and the aggressor is held accountable. Trump set a two-week deadline for deciding on US strikes against Iran, calling it "maximum" time before taking action, but expressed skepticism about European countries' ability to help in the talks between Araqchi and foreign ministers from three European nations.
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