World has duty to ensure Ukraine's 'success': EU
The European Union has not forgotten Crimea, stressing the world's "first duty" to Ukraine was to ensure it becomes a success.
UN Security Council condemns Yemen attack, backs president
The UN Security Council condemned an attack by Huthi rebels on Yemen's presidential palace and voiced strong support for President Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi.
Spain hopes Iran will join fight against Islamic extremism
Spain said it hopes Iran will join the global fight against Islamic extremism if Tehran reaches an agreement with world powers over its disputed nuclear programme.
'Russian forces' attack Ukraine troops in separatist east
Ukraine accused Russian forces of attacking its soldiers fighting pro-Kremlin insurgents in the ex-Soviet republic's separatist east.
Turkey PM calls for 'new beginning' with Armenians
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu called for a "new beginning" in relations between Turkey and Armenians.
Fuel eco-standards in Kazakhstan: how feasible?
Kazakhstan is introducing new ecological standards for engine fuel. But experts have some doubts about the effectiveness of this measure.
Erdogan to chair Turkey cabinet for first time as president
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will chair a cabinet meeting for the first time as head of state.
Kazakhstan and Venezuela to expand cooperation
Kazakhstan is expanding cooperation with Venezuela as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the latter visits Astana.
EU agrees to stick to Russia sanctions policy
EU foreign ministers agreed there would be no change in the bloc's Russia policy, including sanctions.