Four-nation defence agreement, Diplomatic push to end Ukraine war
Summary
Qatar, Turkey, Indonesia, and Pakistan signed a defense pact to develop military equipment and counter threats, while French President Macron visited the Gulf to express solidarity with Saudi Arabia and Qatar amid regional tensions. Additionally, Russian President Putin indicated readiness to resume peace talks and offered assistance regarding the Iran conflict during meetings with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelensky engaged with Norwegian leaders to strengthen European support for ongoing negotiations with Russia.
Topics discussed
Qatar, Turkey, Indonesia, and Pakistan sign defence pact
Macron's Gulf tour and Saudi Arabia visit
Putin, Ukraine peace talks, and US-Russia negotiations
Reflections on history and the present
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