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Americans Held in Iran Amid Hostage Diplomacy Concerns

At least four Americans have been deprived of their freedom by Iran and are believed to be pawns in the country's so-called hostage diplomacy, reports The New York Times. .

Americans Held in Iran Amid Hostage Diplomacy Concerns

Macron Announces French and Spanish Aid Drops Over Gaza

French aid has for the first time been released over the Gaza Strip, writes President Emmanuel Macron on X. Also, supplies from Spain have been released.

Macron Announces French and Spanish Aid Drops Over Gaza

Christina Johannesson Appointed New Swedish Ambassador to Russia

Sweden will get a new ambassador in Russia in the autumn. The Government has appointed Christina Johannesson, previously ambassador in Minsk, to Swedish ambassador in Moscow, according to a press release.

Christina Johannesson Appointed New Swedish Ambassador to Russia

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Violation at Border

Thailand accuses Cambodia of once again breaking the ceasefire that the countries have agreed upon. According to Thailand, the neighboring country carried out a nighttime attack at the border.

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Violation at Border

France Condemns Settler Violence in West Bank as Terrorism

France condemns violent acts committed by settlers on the occupied West Bank. "The violence is a terrorist act", writes the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

France Condemns Settler Violence in West Bank as Terrorism

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Breach Amid Border Tensions

Thailand's military accuses Cambodia of having breached the ceasefire between the countries. At the same time, people who were forced to flee are starting to return home.

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Breach Amid Border Tensions

Iran Executions Double in First Half of 2025, UN Urges Halt

Iran has executed twice as many people during the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. .

Iran Executions Double in First Half of 2025, UN Urges Halt

Swedish Gripen Jets Used in Thai Attack on Cambodia, Foreign Minister Confirms

The Thai air force is to have used two Swedish-made Gripen aircraft in an attack on Cambodia on Saturday, reports the Thai newspaper The Nation. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard states that the government "is closely following the developments".

Swedish Gripen Jets Used in Thai Attack on Cambodia, Foreign Minister Confirms

Airborne Emergency Aid to Gaza Resumes Amid Ongoing Crisis

The famine is spreading in Gaza, warns Doctors without Borders (MSF). But on Saturday evening, local time, the aid deliveries from the air will be resumed, after permission from Israel.

Airborne Emergency Aid to Gaza Resumes Amid Ongoing Crisis

Foreign Ministry Extends Travel Warning for Thailand's Border Areas

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs extends the advisory against travel to Thailand due to the deteriorated security situation in the border area against Cambodia. .

Foreign Ministry Extends Travel Warning for Thailand's Border Areas

Niclas Kvarnström Appointed as New National Security Adviser

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs diplomat Niclas Kvarnström will become new national security advisor, confirms the Government Offices. He will be the third on the post in less than a year.

Niclas Kvarnström Appointed as New National Security Adviser

Thailand and Cambodia Urged to De-escalate Border Tensions

The Thai air force has attacked military targets in Cambodia in connection with the clashes in a disputed border area between the countries. At least eleven Thai civilians have been killed, including children, according to Thai authorities.

Thailand and Cambodia Urged to De-escalate Border Tensions

Swedish Man Confirmed Dead in Ukraine by Foreign Ministry

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs confirms to Dagens Nyheter that a Swedish man who fought for Ukraine has died in the country on July 13. "The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is aware that a Swedish man in his 30s, residing abroad, has died on July 13 in Ukraine.

Swedish Man Confirmed Dead in Ukraine by Foreign Ministry

Harvard Visa Program Under Investigation by Foreign Affairs Ministry

The feud between Harvard University and the Trump administration continues. .

Harvard Visa Program Under Investigation by Foreign Affairs Ministry

UK Sanctions 25 Smugglers from China, Middle East, Balkans

The United Kingdom introduced on Wednesday sanctions against 25 people from China, the Middle East and the Balkans who are accused of helping migrants to be smuggled across the English Channel. The decision comes at the same time as the British government is under increasing pressure to stop migrant journeys with small boats from northern France, as the number has reached record levels this year.

UK Sanctions 25 Smugglers from China, Middle East, Balkans

Swedish Volunteer Reported Dead in Ukraine Conflict

A Swedish man in his 30s has died in the war in Ukraine, according to information to [SVT](https://www. svt.

Swedish Volunteer Reported Dead in Ukraine Conflict

Iran to Hold New Nuclear Energy Talks with Europe

France, the United Kingdom and Germany will initiate new talks with Iran about the country's nuclear energy program on Friday. This confirms Teheran.

Iran to Hold New Nuclear Energy Talks with Europe

Israel Sends Emergency Aid to Syrian Druze in Sweida Province

Israel is sending humanitarian aid to Syria's Sweida province, after days of deadly clashes in the region. "In light of the recent attacks directed against the Druze population in Sweida and the severe humanitarian situation in the area, Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has ordered an immediate transfer of humanitarian aid to the Druze population in the region", said the Foreign Ministry in a statement.

Israel Sends Emergency Aid to Syrian Druze in Sweida Province

US Embassies Shift Focus to Congratulating Election Winners

American embassies are no longer allowed to criticize elections in other countries – if the criticism is not in line with American interests. The new focus will instead be on congratulating the winner.

US Embassies Shift Focus to Congratulating Election Winners

Poland Recalls Ambassador from Hungary Over Asylum Dispute

Poland has permanently recalled its ambassador to Hungary. The reason is that Hungary has granted asylum to a former Polish minister who is accused of corruption in his home country.

Poland Recalls Ambassador from Hungary Over Asylum Dispute

China Pledges Stronger Support for Russia, Criticizes US Tariff Threats

China's president Xi Jinping promises strengthened support for Russia after the US's new tariff threats. Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns Donald Trump's threats of giant tariffs against Moscow's trading partners.

China Pledges Stronger Support for Russia, Criticizes US Tariff Threats

Kim Pledges Unconditional Support to Russia in Ukraine Conflict

North Korea's leader Kim Jong-Un promises Russia its full support in the war of attack against Ukraine. This is announced after the dictator's meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Saturday.

Kim Pledges Unconditional Support to Russia in Ukraine Conflict

USA Resumes Arms Deliveries to Ukraine, Confirms Zelenskyj

USA has resumed arms deliveries to Ukraine, says President Volodymyr Zelenskyj in a video clip on social media. .

USA Resumes Arms Deliveries to Ukraine, Confirms Zelenskyj

North Korea Increases Weapon Supplies to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict

North Korea supplies Russia with up to 40 percent of all ammunition that the country uses in its warfare against Ukraine, according to the head of Ukraine's military intelligence service. In addition to ammunition, North Korea also sends ballistic missiles and artillery systems, among other things, says intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov to Bloomberg.

North Korea Increases Weapon Supplies to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict