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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2015

Jan 2015

Jul 30, 2025

United Kingdom Set to Recognise Palestinian State

In a diplomatic development, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain will recognise a Palestinian state if Israel does not take immediate steps to end the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The nearly two-year-long war with Hamas has led to severe humanitarian suffering, with widespread starvation and destruction in Gaza. The announcement marks a potential shift in the UK's foreign policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Jul 29, 2025

Post-Assad Syria to Hold First Parliamentary Elections in September

Syria will conduct its first parliamentary elections since the fall of Bashar al-Assad between September 15 and 20 2025, marking a crucial step in the nation's political transition. The polls, announced amid violent sectarian unrest in the Sweida province, will take place under the leadership of interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
The upcoming elections are viewed as a test of Syria's fragile post-war democracy. They represent the first opportunity for Syrians to shape their legislature in the post-Assad era.

Jul 28, 2025

Trump Secures Trade Deal with EU

The United States and the European Union reached a last-minute trade agreement that will impose a 15% tariff on EU goods entering the US, replacing the previously threatened 30% rate. The deal, reached just ahead of the August 1 deadline, was announced by President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen after a high-stakes meeting.
As part of the agreement, the EU has committed to purchasing $750 billion worth of US energy and investing $600 billion more into the American economy.

Jul 27, 2025

PM Modi Attends Maldives Independence Day

Maldives celebrated 60 years of Independence on July 26, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the event as the 'Guest of Honour'. During the visit, PM Modi held a meeting with Mohamed Muizzu, the 8th President of the Republic of Maldives.
PM Modi and President Muizzu reviewed the progress in implementing the India-Maldives Joint Vision for a 'Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership'.

Jul 25, 2025

France to Recognise Palestinian State

In a major foreign policy move, France announced it will officially recognise the State of Palestine in September 2025. This will make it the first G7 country to do so. The declaration, made by President Emmanuel Macron, signals a significant change in Europe's stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and comes amid continuing violence in Gaza.
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has lasted over seven decades, centered around disputes over land, sovereignty, and mutual recognition. Since 1988, over 140 UN member states have recognised Palestine. However, key global powers like the US, UK, and most G7 nations have held back, citing lack of a peace agreement.

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