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Date Actor Summary Party
2025-06-19
Actor: Russia
Party: Ukraine
On June 19, 2025, at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), President Vladimir Putin said he is prepared to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, but “only at the final phase” of peace negotiations.
He added that meetings with Zelensky would have to wait until negotiations have advanced significantly and documents are near completion, and he questioned Zelensky’s legitimacy to sign any such agreements.
2025-06-17
Actor: Pakistan
Party: USA
President Donald Trump met with Pakistan’s Army Chief Gen. Sahir Shamshad Mirza at the White House on June 17, 2025, in a move seen as an attempt to stabilize U.S.–Pakistan military ties.
During the meeting, Trump reaffirmed U.S. support for India’s anti-terrorism stance, calling on Pakistan to take stronger action against cross-border militancy. India reacted critically, stating that the U.S. was “overstepping” by framing the encounter as a platform for mediation between New Delhi and Islamabad. Pakistani officials described the meeting as “constructive,” while avoiding direct commentary on India’s objections.
2025-06-18
Actor: India
Party: G7
At the G7 Outreach session in Kananaskis, Canada (June 15–17, 2025), Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the needs and priorities of the Global South, calling for greater inclusion of developing nations in global governance.
He emphasized issues such as climate financing, equitable access to technology, and reform of multilateral institutions. Modi stated that solutions to global crises must not be dictated solely by the Global North and stressed India’s role as a bridge between advanced economies and emerging nations. His intervention was well received by countries like Brazil and South Africa, also present at the summit.
2025-06-18
Actor: Australia
Party: EU
Australia will begin negotiations with the EU to form a security and defense partnership covering cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and joint procurement—without committing troops.
2025-06-18
Actor: Japan
Party: USA
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba failed to secure reduced U.S. auto tariffs at the G7 in Canada; U.S. President Trump remained firm.
The outcome could impact Japan’s economy and Ishiba’s political standing. This signals growing friction in allied trade relations, underscoring pressure on Japan to diversify markets as domestic political implications rise.
2025-06-18
Actor: Armenia
Party: Turkey
Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan plans a bilateral visit to meet Turkish President Erdoğan—marking a rare high-level dialogue since relations were severed and the border closed.
2025-06-18
Actor: UK
Party: Quatar
UK PM Keir Starmer and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim held a call stressing the need for an immediate ceasefire amid the Israel-Iran confrontation.
2025-06-18
Actor: Canada
Party: EU
PM Mark Carney is set to visit Brussels and The Hague from June 22–25 to engage in high-level discussions with EU and NATO leaders on transatlantic cooperation, security threats, and bolstering partnerships.
2025-06-18
Actor: Russia
Party: USA
Russian Deputy FM Sergei Ryabkov cautioned that any direct U.S. military aid to Israel amid its conflict with Iran could destabilize the Middle East.
2025-06-17
Actor: USA
Party: Iran
President Trump has demanded “unconditional surrender” from Iran and hinted at possible U.S. military involvement.
2025-06-16
Actor: Iran
Party: Israel
Iran retaliated with ballistic and hypersonic missiles, launching multiple waves against Tel Aviv, Haifa, and other cities. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei denounced U.S. intervention and vowed repayment.
2025-06-13
Actor: Israel
Party: Iran
Israel launched large-scale airstrikes (codenamed Operation Rising Lion) on June 13–16, targeting nuclear sites in Natanz, Tehran’s state broadcaster, military installations, and high-ranking officials — including alleged Iranian wartime chief Ali Shadmani.
2025-06-08
Actor: Argentina
Party: Vatican
On 7 June 2025, Pope Leo XIV held his first official audience with Argentina’s President Javier Milei, confirming plans for a papal visit to Argentina — and possibly Uruguay and Peru — likely in 2026.
The meeting marks a fresh start in Vatican–Argentina relations after prior tensions between Milei and Pope Francis. President Milei is currently on a European tour that included stops in Rome (where he also met PM Giorgia Meloni), Madrid, and Israel.
2025-06-08
Actor: UNOC
Party: UNOC
Over 10,000 participants, including world leaders, scientists, NGOs, and businesses, began gathering in Nice from June 9–13, marking this as the largest ocean conference ever.
Key themes include rising sea temperatures, plastic pollution, and overfishing, described by the UN as a “global emergency”. The conference will emphasize the implementation of SDG 14 (“Life Below Water”), ratification of the High Seas Treaty, and the adoption of the upcoming Nice Ocean Action Plan. The High Seas Treaty requires 60 ratifications to enter into force; currently only 28 countries have ratified it. Framed as a global emergency, the conference seeks to replicate momentum similar to the 2015 Paris Agreement, anchoring ocean issues within broader climate and biodiversity negotiations.
2025-06-08
Actor: France
Party: Monaco
On 7–8 June 2025, President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron completed a two‑day state visit to Monaco — the first by a French president since François Mitterrand in 1984.