International Politics
Cuba dismisses Mexico as intermediary in talks with Trump
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Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío denied that Havana is seeking intermediaries like Mexico for negotiations with the United States, despite willingness for bilateral dialogue. This contrasts with President Donald Trump's claims of ongoing talks. Mexico reiterated its readiness to mediate if requested by both sides, while announcing humanitarian aid to the island amid its energy crisis.
President Prabowo Subianto signed Indonesia's membership in the Gaza Peace Council on January 22, 2026, in Davos, Switzerland, without needing to pay the US$1 billion fee required by initiator Donald Trump. The Foreign Ministry stated contributions are voluntary, while Foreign Minister Sugiono emphasized the body as a temporary mechanism for peace in Gaza supported by UN Security Council Resolution 2803.
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A recent episode of CGTN Español's "Coffee and Tea" podcast explores the development concept proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping a decade ago, based on five fundamental pillars. The program contrasts this vision with U.S. withdrawals from UN organizations and highlights multilateralism's importance in global challenges like public health. Experts from Argentina, Costa Rica, and Cuba participate, along with the Granma newspaper.
Following a recent phone call with US President Donald Trump, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has invited both Trump and Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez to Colombia to mediate the crisis sparked by Nicolás Maduro's US capture, aiming to foster tripartite dialogue and regional stability.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno to discuss the Venezuela situation following the military operation that led to President Nicolás Maduro's capture. Rubio thanked Argentina for its cooperation in combating narcoterrorism and bolstering regional security. The call took place amid Argentina's public support for the US operation, though with discrepancies in views on Venezuela's political transition.
US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodímir Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago, Florida, to discuss a 20-point peace plan. Before the meeting, Trump had a "very productive" phone call with Vladimir Putin. Both leaders expressed optimism about progress toward ending the war, though without specific details.
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In his annual Christmas speech, King Carl XVI Gustaf reflects on a year marked by crisis, war, and sorrow. Despite global challenges, he emphasizes the importance of dialogue and cooperation for a brighter future. He also turns to Sweden, remembering the victims of the Örebro shooting.
Indonesia joins Trump's Gaza peace council with seven other nations
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