Israel has deepened its diplomatic footprint by appointing its first-ever ambassador to Somaliland after formally recognising it last year. The move gives Somaliland a boost in its long quest for international legitimacy while strengthening Israel’s strategic presence in the Horn of Africa. Analysts say the outreach also reflects efforts to counter regional influence from Iran-backed groups and secure key maritime routes in the Red Sea.


Israel Appoints Its 1st Ambassador to Somaliland After Formally Recognising the Country Last Year 

After a year-long diplomatic gap, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran negotiator Roelf Meyer as the new ambassador to the United States. The move comes after the earlier expulsion of envoy Ebrahim Rasool in 2025. Ramaphosa praised Meyer’s commitment to a non-racial South Africa, signalling a renewed effort to stabilise ties with Washington.


South Africa: Roelf Meyer Appointed US Envoy Amid Diplomatic Row With US

US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, son-in-law of President Donald Trump, have met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The meeting comes after Putin accused European leaders of trying to obstruct a US-backed peace proposal. With Washington, Moscow and Europe pulling in different directions, the high-level talks raise new questions about the future of the proposed peace deal and global diplomatic alignments.


Putin Meets Trump Envoy Witkoff Amid Friction With Europe 

The race to appoint the UK envoy to the US has entered its final lap.
Varun Chandra, known for serving as Stamer’s Business & Investment Adviser, is a key figure in the discussions surrounding the upcoming appointment.

UK: Final Stage of UK-US Envoy Race | Varun Chandra Advises Key Contender

South Africa’s ambassador to France was found dead in Paris after reportedly falling from a hotel. Authorities are investigating the incident.


South Africa's ambassador to France found dead in Paris

Seasoned diplomat Dinesh K Patnaik has been appointed as India’s next envoy to Canada amid ongoing efforts to restore strained diplomatic ties. The move comes as both nations signal a desire to reset relations following months of tension.

Who is India's next envoy to Canada? | Dinesh K Patnaik | India-Canada ties on the mend?

South Africa's new high commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, has said his mandate in India will be to "build on that very strong foundation" and to "expand exponentially this relationship on all fronts of cooperation".

Africa my Janmabhoomi, India now my Karmabhoomi, says new South African envoy Anil Sooklal 

The US state department has denied that China's Consul General in New York has been removed from his position now the statement comes hours after New York's Governor Kathy hook declared that she asked for his expulsion in the aftermath of an AIDS arrest for secretly acting as a Chinese agent.

US clarifies on 'expulsion' of China's envoy

The German ambassador to India, Dr Philipp Ackermann, has expressed hope for the swift release of Indian nationals who were onboard the Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel MSC Aries, seized by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend.

MSC Aries incident: German Envoy Ackermann hopes for early release of Indians

The United Kingdom has appointed its first woman High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron said she's expected to assume her new role later. This month her appointment comes at a time when India and the UK are negotiating a Free Trade Agreement both sides have expressed intent and interest in wrapping up the negotiations by the end of the year.

UK appoints first woman envoy Lindy Cameron to India

In a poignant ceremony marking 30 years since the horrific Rwanda Genocide, Rwanda's High Commissioner, Jacqueline Mukangira, led a solemn gathering in Delhi, drawing the diplomatic community in full force.

Rwanda genocide: Envoy Mukangira shares personal tale of loss, pays homage to victims in Delhi

India has taken a firm stance against the remarks made by Thailand's Ambassador Pimchanok Vonkorpon Pitfield to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Abu Dhabi. The remarks reportedly targeted India's public stockholding program, a critical component of its agricultural policy, aiming to support farmers by ensuring stable prices for essential crops and maintaining food security for its population.

India strongly objects to Thai envoy's remarks at WTO meet in Abu Dhabi: Reports

The Maldivian envoy to India was on Monday summoned to the external affairs ministry and conveyed strong concerns over disparaging social media posts against Prime Minister Narendra Modi by three now-suspended-ministers as the backlash over the remarks continued for the second day.

India-Maldives diplomatic row: Maldivian envoy summoned

The Taliban authorities have voiced their disapproval of the United Nations Security Council's decision to appoint a special Envoy to advocate for gender and human rights in Afghanistan. Watch to know more.

Afghanistan: Taliban baulk at UNSC plan for special envoy

The Australian High Commissioner Philip Green has emphasised his country's strong ties with India which are at the "highest point" and this has been a "landmark year" for both countries.

India most vital partner in Indian ocean: Australian Envoy Philip Green to WION

In a resounding show of support for Palestine, Arab ambassadors and other diplomats convened in Delhi on Tuesday, ahead of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, observed annually on November 29.

Arab envoys meet in Delhi: Meeting led by Palestinian envoy in India

Outgoing Sri Lankan High Commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda has said that India's response to Canada's allegations has been "firm and direct" and Colombo supports New Delhi on the matter.

India's response firm...we support: Sri Lankan envoy on Canada's allegations

China's appointment of Ambassador Zhao Sheng to Afghanistan has sent ripples through the global diplomatic arena. After the Taliban's resurgence following the withdrawal of US forces, China became the first country to officially appoint a new ambassador to Kabul.

China's economic interests driving its engagement with Kabul, former peace negotiator tells WION

The email account of United States Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns was recently breached by China-based hackers as part of a targeted intelligence-gathering campaign carried out recently, three US government officials told CNN.

China hacks into email of US envoy in Beijing Nicholas Burns

World Is One News, exclusively spoke to Mr. Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Indian Ambassador to the United States of America on PM's Modi's historic visit to the States.

Exclusive: Indian envoy to US Taranjit Singh Sandhu speaks to WION on PM Modi's State visit

The Chinese government reportedly called on the US ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, following comments made by President Joe Biden referring to President Xi Jinping as a "dictator".

China lambasts US envoy as Biden's 'dictator' remark about Xi sparks controversy

India on Sunday expressed New Delhi's displeasure over the "malicious anti-India" posters that were put up in front of the UN building in Geneva with the Swiss ambassador, a source told WION.

India: Swiss envoy called over ‘malicious anti-India’ posters in Geneva

A minute's silence for Ukrainian lives lost in one year of the war was interrupted by Russia’s ambassador to the UN as the two countries faced off during the war anniversary at the Security Council's session.

WATCH | Russian envoy disrupts UN's one minute of silence for Ukraine

Ahead of Ukraine war anniversary, Bulgarian envoy spoke to WION's Sidhant Sibal. She said Ukraine needs internationally recognised borders. Watch for more.

Bulgaria's Envoy: Ukraine needs internationally recognised borders

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