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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia discussed the development of bilateral relations and agreed to work towards a just peace based on the UN Charter and respect for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Saudi Arabia hopes for a quick end to the Russian-Ukrainian war due to its good relations with both sides, as stated by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at the Global Peace Summit.

Switzerland has recorded an increase in the number of cyber attacks and disinformation on the eve of the Peace Summit, which aims to create a path to peace in Ukraine, and about 90 countries and organizations have registered to participate in it.

Saudi Arabia denied access to Mecca to more than 300,000 unregistered pilgrims before the start of the annual Hajj.

Thailand will join the Peace Summit in Switzerland on June 15-16.

The peace summit aims to involve representatives of the Russian Federation in peace talks, paying special attention to nuclear and food security, as well as the return of abducted Ukrainian children.

Saudi Arabia refused to participate in the Ukrainian peace summit in Switzerland on June 15-16, allegedly due to the absence of Russia.

OPEC + countries have agreed to extend most of their oil production cuts until 2025, gradually curtailing them to support the market amid slow growth in global demand.

Biden's participation in the peace summit in Switzerland remains uncertain, as the United States has not confirmed his presence, possibly for security reasons. Its presence or high-level representation by the United States is crucial for demonstrating Western support for Ukraine's peace initiative.

According to a report by Amnesty International, at least 1,153 people were executed worldwide in 2023, up 31% from the previous year, with a sharp increase in Iran and Saudi Arabia.

China has no information about sending a delegation to the Ukraine Peace Summit scheduled for June 15-16 in Switzerland, but supports efforts to reach a peaceful settlement and “political solution” to the “crisis.

The EU is considering how to move from the upcoming Peace Summit in Switzerland to a possible meeting in Saudi Arabia in the fall with Russia's participation.

Tyson Fury has activated a rematch clause to fight Alexander Usik again for the world heavyweight title, with the bout set to take place either late this year or early next year in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

In April 2023, India and Egypt became the main export destinations for Russian marine fuel oil: India received 0. 6 million tons, and Egypt almost 0.5 million tons, as Russian exports were redirected after the EU embargo.

The United States and Saudi Arabia are close to finalizing a bilateral defense agreement that provides for American guarantees of defense for Saudi Arabia, Saudi access to advanced American weapons such as F-35 aircraft in exchange for a halt to Chinese arms purchases, and the exchange of new technologies, including artificial intelligence.

Iran's President Raisi died in a plane crash, Saudi Arabia's crown prince postponed his visit to Japan due to the king's health, and oil prices remained stable amid political uncertainty in major producing countries.

Saudi Arabia's 88-year-old King Salman bin Abdulaziz has contracted pneumonia and is being treated with antibiotics after being hospitalized for fever and joint pain.

Minister Benny Gantz issued an ultimatum to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding a clear plan for governing Gaza after the victory over Hamas and threatening to dissolve the coalition if this demand is not met.

Oil prices stabilized, with Brent rising for the first time in three weeks due to positive economic data from China and the US, which increased expectations of demand growth, while the decline in global crude and oil product inventories contributed to positive demand sentiment.

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk exchanged a few words at a press conference before their heavyweight world title fight, with Fury refusing to look Usyk in the eye in a battle of wills.

During his visit, Putin plans to emphasize growing trade ties with China near the Russian border.

Ukraine insists on the presence of state leaders, not representatives, at the Global Peace Summit, according to Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva.

President Zelenskyy discussed bilateral issues and the Ukrainian formula for peace with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who expressed his desire to help restore peace in Ukraine.

The 30 best students of MHP's dual education program took part in a technical hackathon for two days.

Oil futures rose on Monday after Saudi Arabia raised June oil prices for most regions, and after the prospect of a quick ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip became unlikely, reviving fears that fighting between Hamas and Israeli forces will soon resume.

Despite Ukraine's insistence, the G7 countries reportedly no longer have the idea of full confiscation of frozen Russian assets on the table, instead exploring alternative ways to obtain funds from these assets to support Ukraine.

MHP, an international food and agro-technology company, has been named one of the top ten best employers in Ukraine by Forbes and received the Breakthrough of the Year award, moving up from 34th place in last year's ranking.

Netanyahu has rejected ending the war with Hamas as part of a potential hostage deal, insisting on toppling Hamas and continuing the Rafah operation despite US opposition.

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken criticized China for supplying the Russian defense industry, saying it undermines China's efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine and improve Sino-European relations.

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin's "plans" for Ukraine have "failed" due to the creation of a united international coalition in support of Ukraine.