NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for European countries and Canada to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP due to growing concerns over Russia's threat to security following the Ukraine invasion. In contrast, former US President Donald Trump downplayed his commitment to mutual defense among allies, stating "We're with them all the way." Finnish President Alexander Stubb acknowledged that NATO is evolving, as his country borders Russia and joined the alliance two years ago.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/26/world/americas-emea/us-reassures-nato-before-defense-spending-hike/2138531Pakistan expresses deep concern over the escalating security situation in the region following attacks on the US Al Udeid Air base in Qatar. The Foreign Office strongly condemns violations of sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging adherence to international law and restraint by all parties. Islamabad calls for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts, emphasizing the need for immediate de-escalation steps.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40369475/pakistan-condemns-attacks-on-us-base-in-qatarNATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is leading a "flattery campaign" to highlight US President Donald Trump's role in increasing defense spending among NATO member states, with the goal of emphasizing his contribution to the alliance's growth.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/981129-political-kneeling-nato-and-rutte-are-waging-a-flattery-campaign-to-keep-trump-on-their-sideTaiwan plans to mobilize a record 22,000 reservists for its annual Han Kuang military drills in July, up from 14,647 last year, as part of efforts to counter China's increasing pressure on the island. The exercises, set to take place from July 9-18, aim to improve Taiwan's response to "grey zone" harassment by China, which claims Taiwan as its territory and has never renounced using force to bring it under control.
https://channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/taiwan-military-drill-involve-largest-reservist-call-up-5202621The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has expressed concerns over funding constraints, citing US aid cuts and non-payment from some countries, which have led to a cash crunch. High Commissioner Volker Türk stated that investigations revealed widespread human rights abuses by Rwandan-backed rebels, Congolese troops, and allied militias in North and South Kivu provinces, including summary executions and horrific sexual violence. The OHCHR is struggling due to financial constraints, which are "critically impeding" its investigative work, and Türk warned of the impact on measures to protect human rights.
https://africanews.com/2025/06/25/cash-crunch-stalls-un-probe-into-possible-war-crimes-in-dr-congo/President Prabowo Subianto's diplomatic efforts have enhanced Indonesia's global image, according to MPR Speaker Ahmad Muzani. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2025 in Russia, Prabowo reaffirmed Indonesia's non-aligned stance and clarified his absence from the G7 Summit in Canada. He emphasized the importance of diplomacy and dialogue in resolving conflicts, such as the ongoing war between Iran and Israel. Prabowo stated that Indonesia remains committed to its independent foreign policy doctrine and supports a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/361817/prabowos-diplomacy-improved-nations-global-standing-mprUS President Donald Trump initially threatened to impose 50% tariffs on imports from the European Union (EU) starting June 1, but later postponed this plan to July 9 after agreeing with EU companies that they would not face tariffs if producing in the US. The EU's creation was aimed at gaining an advantage over the US in trade, according to Trump.
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