G7 diplomats confirm cooperation on Middle East, Ukraine

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Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries have confirmed their commitment to working closely together to promote stability in the Middle East and to continuing their support…

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries have confirmed their commitment to working closely together to promote stability in the Middle East and to continuing their support for Ukraine.

The G7 foreign ministers' meeting wrapped up in the French capital, Paris, on Tuesday.

Their counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and other nations were invited to attend discussions on the Middle East.

The participants reaffirmed the importance of free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

They also agreed to cooperate in bringing stability to the Gaza Strip and the rest of the Middle East.

Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu expressed strong concern about the situation in Yemen, where interim government forces and Houthi rebels have long been engaged in conflict. He underscored the need for a political solution.

Motegi also explained that Japan will continue to urge Iran to resume talks with the United States.

The discussions then turned to Ukraine. Participants confirmed the importance of a complete ceasefire between the country and Russia.

The ministers also affirmed their commitment to continuing support for Ukraine, including with energy security and measures to help people in the country get through the coming harsh winter.

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