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Press releases published on June 17, 2025
Gaza Pleads for Aid as Iran-Israel Conflict Grabs Spotlight
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) As military tensions between Iran and Israel intensify, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are gripped by growing fear that the worsening conflict will deepen their humanitarian crisis and further sideline their longstanding struggle. In Gaza City, 40 …
British tennis player reveals “the norm” yet shocking online bullying
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) British tennis player Katie Boulter revealed the shocking scale and severity of the online abuse she faces. After losing a first-set tie-break at the French Open, she began receiving death threats and extremely disturbing messages, including …
US General describes Pakistan as ‘phenomenal partner’ in counterterrorism
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) General Michael Kurilla, head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), described Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism during a testimony to the US House Armed Services Committee on Tuesday. Kurilla explained that with limited US …
Russia’s Security Chief Visits North Korea
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia's chief security official, Sergey Shoygu, traveled to Pyongyang for discussions with North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un, as reported by Russian government media on Tuesday. This marks Shoygu’s second journey to the North Korean capital within …
Erdogan Discusses Israel-Iran Conflict with UAE Leader
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan engaged in a critical phone discussion on Tuesday with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates. A statement from the Turkish Communications Directorate revealed that the …
Moscow claims train sabotage in Russia was Ukrainian ‘terrorist attack’
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s Investigative Committee has described the recent railway sabotage in Bryansk and Kursk regions as “terrorist attacks” orchestrated by Ukraine in a bid to maximize civilian harm. The first incident occurred on Saturday evening in Bryansk, …
Russia confiscates both Ukrainian Abrams tanks
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian troops have captured two US-made M1 Abrams tanks from Ukrainian forces near the border with Ukraine’s Sumy Region, Moscow’s Defense Ministry announced on Thursday. The ministry stated that soldiers from the 22nd Motor Rifle Regiment …
California doctor pleads guilty of supplying ketamine
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A California doctor, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distributing ketamine related to supplying the late actor Matthew Perry. Federal prosecutors revealed the plea deal on Monday. The charges carry a maximum …
US, Israel Rift Widens Over Iran’s Nuclear Timeline
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States and Israel are significantly at odds over how near Iran is to acquiring a nuclear weapon. While American intelligence evaluations indicate that Tehran is still several years away from that capability, Israeli officials argue that …
France Restricts Israeli Defense Firms at Air Show
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel has sharply criticized France for limiting the participation of several Israeli arms producers at the Paris Air Show, describing the action as "anti-Semitic," "discriminatory," and politically motivated. The incident has sparked diplomatic …
China Urges Citizens to Evacuate Israel
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) China has called on its nationals to leave Israel "as soon as possible," as fighting between Tel Aviv and Iran showed no signs of easing, according to reports from Chinese state outlets on Tuesday. The Chinese Embassy in Tel Aviv issued a message …
Porsche Explains Reason of Staying in Russia
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Luxury German automobile manufacturer Porsche has not been able to fully leave the Russian market, as it has yet to find buyers for its local holdings, the firm informed Russian financial publication RBK on Monday. The elite vehicle brand had …
Russian media team struck by Ukrainian drones
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A Russian press team from Zvezda TV was targeted by Ukrainian drones while reporting near the frontline in Kherson Region, the network said on Thursday. One person — a military escort accompanying the journalists — was injured in the attack. …
Congo’s peace is unlikely if underlying issues are not discussed
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing one of its most severe crises in recent years, following a renewed offensive by the M23 rebel faction and its allies, which has intensified violence in the eastern part of the country. This …
U.S., Israel Divide Over Iran Nuclear Weapon Progress
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States and Israel are sharply at odds regarding how close Iran is to developing a nuclear weapon, with US intelligence assessments suggesting Tehran remains years away, while Israeli leaders warn of an immediate danger, according to …
Russian prosecutors say foreign-manufactured explosives deployed in railway terrorist assaults
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The explosives that destroyed two railway bridges in Russia over the weekend were manufactured abroad and were detonated by a Ukrainian detonator, the head of Russia’s Investigative Committee, Aleksandr Bastrykin, said on Wednesday. During a …
Typhoon Wutip Claims Seven Lives in Vietnam
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Media reported Tuesday that Typhoon Wutip has unleashed relentless rainfall and widespread flooding across central Vietnam, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals and significant destruction to farmland and property. According to the …
French Robot Firm Faces Liquidation
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Aldebaran, a French firm that led advancements in ‘empathetic’ humanoid robotics during the late 2000s, has reportedly been forced into liquidation, according to local news outlets. The innovative company initially entered bankruptcy proceedings …
Ukrainian general quits days following stepping down
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian General Mikhail Drapaty has been appointed to a key military role just days after stepping down from his previous position as head of the Land Forces. His reassignment comes amid reports of growing internal disputes within Ukraine’s …
Russia Announces Full Compliance with Istanbul Deals
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that Russia has fully met its obligations under the agreements reached with Ukraine in Istanbul, emphasizing that the commitments from Moscow’s side have been completely fulfilled. Despite …