Italy and Germany have agreed in Rome on a new strategic cooperation plan aimed at strengthening industrial competitiveness, developing defense, energy, and migration policies, while maintaining a strong transatlantic link with the United States.

The European Union is developing a simplified accession process for Ukraine, Financial Times reports. The new two-step system could replace the current “Cold War-era” model, allowing Kyiv to integrate faster in the event of a peace agreement.

Allies of Ukraine, united in the “Coalition of the Willing,” are planning to provide Kyiv with security guarantees and military support in case of a new attack by Russia. The draft statement will be discussed today at a summit in Paris.

On 20 December, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the first summit of the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue in Tokyo.

Europe is facing “its most difficult moment” in efforts to avoid a rift with the United States over a potential settlement of the conflict in Ukraine, Bloomberg reports. According to diplomats cited by the agency, Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine resembles a “roller-coaster ride,” and the situation appears to be entering an “especially steep drop.”

Uzbekistan has officially accredited the first Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia, reaffirming its readiness to deepen bilateral cooperation across key areas.

During official talks in Beijing, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi confirmed Beijing’s readiness to continue supporting the reforms implemented in Uzbekistan under the “New Uzbekistan” strategy. He emphasized Uzbekistan’s significant role in strengthening regional stability and expanding cooperation.

On November 17, negotiations were held between President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov in a narrow format at the Kuksaroy Residence.

Following productive talks, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a Joint Statement.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has submitted his resignation, which was accepted by the President, Le Figaro reported. A new government lineup has already been announced in Paris.

After shaking hands, they paused briefly to pose for photographs, but did not answer questions from reporters.

The President of Uzbekistan continues to strengthen the management vertical in key areas. The head of state appointed Sardor Umurzakov to the position of strategic development advisor by a corresponding decree. Prior to this, he worked as an advisor to the President on special assignments.

US President Donald Trump is once again imposing entry restrictions on the country, signing a decree on June 4 prohibiting citizens of 12 states from entering. The document will come into force on June 10th and is a development of the previous policy known as "prohibition on Muslims."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced his willingness to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in person, suggesting the meeting take place on May 15 in Turkey.

On April 26, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, held a telephone conversation to discuss the further strengthening of friendship, strategic partnership, and alliance relations between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to consider Ukraine’s proposal for a 30-day pause on strikes against civilian infrastructure, according to Euronews.

On the evening of Wednesday, April 16, 2025, a charter flight commissioned by the German government landed at Leipzig/Halle Airport. On board were Afghan citizens considered part of vulnerable population groups. According to Germany's Interior Ministry, 138 people arrived in the country. The flight departed from Islamabad, Pakistan.

In the recent presidential election in Ecuador, the current head of state, conservative Daniel Noboa, claimed victory. His opponent, center-left candidate Luisa González, announced that she does not recognize the results of the vote.

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, while opening the first "Central Asia – European Union" summit, greeted all participants in the ancient city of Samarkand and expressed gratitude to European partners and regional leaders.

March 31 became a historic day as an event of immense significance took place in Khujand. For the first time in the independent development of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan, a treaty was signed regarding the intersection point of the three countries' state borders.