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Iran and US to Resume Nuclear Energy Talks on Sunday

Iran states that new nuclear energy talks with the USA will be held on Sunday, while the American president announced a previous negotiation day the day before.

Greta Thunberg Expresses Concern for Detained Activists in Paris

Greta Thunberg has landed in France where she meets the press. She does not know what happens to the other activists. I could not say goodbye, she says. She also states that part of the crew is left in Israel and that some have been deported.

Turkey Condemns Israel's Interception of Ship Madleen in International Waters

Israel boarded during the night the ship Madleen in international waters and interrupted its journey to Gaza. A "despicable attack", thunders Turkey which has two citizens on board.

Stenergard on Gaza Activists: Personal Responsibility Stressed

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was on the ship Madleen which was on its way to Gaza when it was boarded by Israeli forces. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) emphasizes personal responsibility – and that no one is deemed to be in danger.

Greta Thunberg's Whereabouts Unknown After Israeli Detention of Activists

The organisation behind the ship to Gaza that was taken away by Israel does not know where Greta Thunberg or the other 11 activists who were on the boat are now. Their place of residence is still unknown, writes Freedom Flotilla in a statement.

China's Vice Premier He Lifeng to Lead Trade Talks in London

It will be Vice Premier He Lifeng who will lead China's delegation to the trade talks in London on Monday. This means that it will be the same team captains on China's and the US's sides as in Switzerland in May.

Unrwa Chief Criticizes Sweden's Decision to Halt Support

Sweden's decision to stop support for Unrwa is based on empty excuses, according to the UN agency's chief Philippe Lazzarini. The decision came as a big surprise and has had a very negative effect, he says to Dagens Nyheter.

Green Party Calls for Aid Minister Dousa's Resignation Over UNRWA Handling

The Green party demands that aid minister Benjamin Dousa (M) resigns. This due to the government's handling of the UN agency Unrwa.

US Sanctions Four ICC Judges Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant

Four more judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) are being sanctioned by the United States. "These four individuals have actively participated in the ICC's illegitimate and unfounded actions," says US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a statement.

US Revokes Visas for Chinese Students in 2023

Visa for Chinese students studying in the USA should "aggressively be revoked", according to the USA's Foreign Minister Marco Rubio.

Ireland Proposes Ban on Trade with Israeli Settlers in West Bank

The Irish government will submit a bill to parliament to ban all trade with Israeli settlers on the occupied West Bank considered illegal under international law.

USA Halts Student Visa Interviews Amid Social Media Review Proposal

The Trump administration has ordered that all planned interviews with students seeking visas to the USA be cancelled.

Russian Forces Capture Four Border Towns in Northeastern Ukraine

Russian forces are reported to have taken four border towns in Ukraine's northeastern part. But the extensive Russian air raids of the past few days have been scaled down.

Sweden Summons Israeli Ambassador Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis

The Government summoned Israel's ambassador to the Ministry for Foreign Affairs on Tuesday morning due to the severe situation in Gaza. We are appalled by the development in Gaza, says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party).

Car Drives Into Crowd in Liverpool Injuring 27 Man Arrested

A car has driven into a crowd in central Liverpool. 27 injured have been taken to hospital, but no people were killed, according to British police at a press conference. A 53-year-old man has been arrested.

Israeli Actions on Temple Mount Stir Middle East Tensions

Sweden to Summon Israeli Ambassador Over Gaza Access Concerns

Israel's ambassador will be summoned to the Foreign Ministry, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to TT. We do not stand up for what the Israeli government is doing, by denying access to Gaza. Absolutely not.

Sweden Updates Travel Advisory for Western Ukraine

Israeli Embassy Staff Killed in Washington DC Shooting

The 31-year-old who is suspected of having shot dead two employees at Israel's embassy in the USA is charged with murder. Israel's Prime Minister promises strengthened security at embassies. At the same time, Israel accuses European countries of inciting hatred.

Israel Faces Global Condemnation for Warning Shots at Diplomatic Visit

Israeli soldiers have fired warning shots in connection with a group of diplomats visiting Jenin on the occupied West Bank. Several countries condemn Israel's actions, demand an explanation and summon ambassadors.

EU to Review Israel Agreement Over Gaza Actions

The EU Commission is to examine whether Israel's actions in Gaza breach the terms of the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. But there is as yet no agreement on sanctions against Israeli ministers or settlers.

UK-Iran Diplomatic Tensions Escalate After Spy Arrests

The United Kingdom has arrested three suspected spies from Iran. This is followed by diplomatic counter-measures where the countries have summoned each other's diplomats.

Trump to Discuss Ceasefire with Putin on Monday

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, says that he will talk to the President of Russia, Putin, on Monday. The talk will, among other things, deal with "stopping the bloodshed", writes Trump on his social media platform Truth Social.

Journalist Joakim Medin Released from Turkish Prison After 51 Days

In 51 days, journalist Joakim Medin was imprisoned in Turkey. Now he is free and back home in Sweden. Long live freedom, press freedom, freedom of expression, and freedom of assembly, says a tired but collected Medin.