High-level officials from the United States, Russia, China, the United Kingdom, and France came together in Cairo last week to discuss nuclear non-proliferation, according to a statement issued by the US State Department on Friday.
Moscow, Russia, June 18: An African peace delegation recently visited Ukraine and Russia in an effort to suggest a 'Peace Plan' for Ukraine crisis consisting of "confidence-building measures".
However, their diplomatic efforts were met with disappointment as both Kyiv and Moscow showed no inclination towards engaging in peace talks.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has recently confirmed the commencement of deliveries for tactical Russian nuclear weapons.
President Lukashenko, known for his strong rhetoric, emphasized that these nuclear weapons would be used against any aggression targeted at his nation.
BRICS is now considering expansion with the potential inclusion of Saudi Arabia, Iran, UAE and other nations like Argentina, Algeria, and Venezuela. With these prospective additions, BRICS seeks to bolster its geopolitical influence as a representative force of the Global South.
The G7 Summit held in Hiroshima from May 19-21, 2023, saw leaders from the world's leading industrialized nations gather to address pressing global issues. However, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky's hastened attendance and the ongoing Ukraine war stole the spotlight, overshadowing the summit's agenda. Nevertheless, the G7 underscored the West's intentions of containing both Russia and China together.
Cape Town, May 16: South African Army Chief, Lawrence Mbatha, participated in a bilateral meeting in Russia, to enhance military ties and engage in discussions with Russian officials, despite recent allegations by the United States regarding arms supply to Russia. The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) clarified that the meeting had been prearranged and was part of their ongoing military-to-military relations with various countries.
