Also known as: European Council President António Costa
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… = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); In twin statements on X, European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and European Council head Antonio Costa …
ICC says US sanctions 'flagrant attack' on court independenceCitizen Digital
G7 leaders bolster commitment to combat migrant smuggling By Moses Kinyanjui June 17, 2026 08:48 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Melo …
G7 leaders bolster commitment to combat migrant smugglingThe Standard
… "I look forward to an end to this costly war and to the full restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz," Antonio Costa, the president of the European Council representing member states, wrote on X. …
EU welcomes US-Iran deal to end 'costly war'The Standard
Audio By VocalizePresident William Ruto met European Council President António Costa in Brussels, Belgium on June 8, 2026. …
Ruto says foreign trips key to advancing Kenya's development agendaCapital News
… The President is also scheduled to meet European Union leaders, including European Council President António Costa and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, with discussions expected to focus on implementation of the Kenya-European Union Economic Partnership Agreement. …
President Ruto Begins Europe Tour Focused on Trade, Investment and Export GrowthCitizen Digital
… While in Belgium, the President is expected to hold consultations with the leadership of the European Union, including European Council President António Costa and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. …
President Ruto heads to Europe for trade and bilateral talksThe Standard
… will hold talks with King Philippe and Flemish Minister-President Matthias Diependaele on trade and investment, and meet business leaders on opportunities in manufacturing, value addition and logistics.He will also hold consultations with European Council President António Costa …
Ruto departs for Europe amid scrutiny over foreign travel recordThe Standard
… European Council President Antonio Costa said the waterway "must immediately reopen without restrictions and without tolling," insisting that it was "vital for the entire world." Israel strikes Lebanon On the war's Lebanese front, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered …
Trump cancels Pakistan talks trip, says Iran war on holdThe United States sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, calling the ICC "corrupt and fatally politicised"; the ICC responded by calling the sanctions a "flagrant attack" on court independence, with EU officials voicing support for the court's autonomy.
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The United States sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, calling the ICC "corrupt and fatally politicised"; the ICC responded by calling the sanctions a "flagrant attack" on court independence, with EU officials voicing support for the court's autonomy.
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G7 leaders, alongside G7 partner countries Kenya and Korea, agreed Tuesday to intensify efforts against human trafficking and migrant smuggling by dismantling organised criminal networks and disrupting their business models.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to represent Africa at the G7 Leaders' Summit, invited by French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto, accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto and Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, will participate in discussions on the economy, international trade, climate action, security, and artificial intelligence.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to participate in the G7 Leaders' Summit as an invited guest of French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto is expected to advocate for reforms of the global financial system and stronger Africa-world partnerships on trade, infrastructure, and energy.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
The European Union's top officials welcomed a US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war on all fronts, including Lebanon, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. EU leaders called for swift implementation of the deal and said Europe was ready to contribute to lasting peace in the region.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto defended his frequent local and international travels, saying every trip aims to advance Kenya's development and strengthen the country's global position. Speaking at a church event in Kajiado County, Ruto dismissed criticism from opposition leaders, calling travel part of his responsibility as Head of State.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has begun an official tour of Belgium, Norway and Finland aimed at attracting foreign investment, expanding export markets for Kenyan products and strengthening bilateral partnerships. He will engage with EU leaders on the Kenya-EU Economic Partnership Agreement and meet with business leaders on partnerships in manufacturing, agriculture, logistics and value addition.
8 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto departed Kenya for official visits to Belgium and Norway, and a state visit to Finland, aiming to attract investment, expand market access for Kenyan products, and strengthen economic partnerships. He will engage business leaders and government officials on opportunities in value addition, manufacturing, agriculture and logistics.
7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto departed for official visits to Belgium, Norway, and Finland, aiming to attract investment and expand export markets in agriculture, clean energy, and technology. The trip draws renewed attention to his foreign travel record—62 visits to 38 countries in his first 20 months in office—a factor cited in last year's youth protests.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
US President Donald Trump cancelled his envoys' planned trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, saying there was no point "sitting around talking about nothing," though he added the war would not immediately resume. Trump said he scrapped the visit after being unimpressed with Tehran's negotiating position, but a revised proposal followed within minutes of his decision.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →