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Press releases published on June 18, 2025
South Korea, U.S., Japan Conduct Joint Air Drill
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea, the United States, and Japan executed a joint air exercise on Wednesday, marking their first collaborative drill since President Lee Jae Myung assumed office earlier this month. This event coincides with South Korea's renewed …
UAE President Calls for Peace in Call with Iran’s Pezeshkian
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) In a phone conversation on Tuesday, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates emphasized his country's steadfast commitment to reducing regional friction and advancing peace efforts during a discussion with Iranian …
US Vessels Deploy Amid Iran Dispute
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Satellite photography has disclosed that all forward-positioned American Navy vessels have exited a significant harbor in Bahrain, as the United States anticipates a possible offensive targeting Iran, a news agency stated on Wednesday. According …
G7 Leaders Rally Behind Trump’s Peace Bid
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian head of state Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on Wednesday that the Group of Seven had thrown their support behind US President Donald Trump’s drive for “a just and lasting peace.” He implored Moscow to mirror Kyiv’s pledge to halt …
US Senate postpones Russian sanctions bill
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) A bipartisan bill in the US Senate aiming to impose severe tariffs on countries that continue purchasing Russian energy has been delayed and is unlikely to be addressed this month, according to reports citing senior lawmakers. The proposed …
Israeli Troops Kill Palestinian for Alleged Stabbing Attack
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Israeli troops shot and killed a Palestinian man suspected of attempting a stabbing attack near Bethlehem in the West Bank, while Israeli raids across the region resulted in the arrest of at least 60 Palestinians, according to …
Russia announces willingness to prioritize POW swap with Ukraine
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has signaled its willingness to prioritize and expedite a prisoner exchange and the return of fallen soldiers’ remains, Deputy Defense Minister Aleksandr Fomin stated following recent negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul. The comments come …
China Rebukes G7 for Meddling in Country’s Issue
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) China harshly criticized the Group of Seven (G7) on Wednesday for what it described as “manipulating” matters related to Beijing and demanded that the group cease meddling in its domestic concerns. During a routine press briefing, Chinese Foreign …
Mongolia’s Freshly Appointed Government Takes Office
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Mongolia’s freshly appointed government officially took office at the State Palace, marking the beginning of a new chapter under Prime Minister Gombojav Zandanshatar. The prime minister was nominated by the ruling Mongolian People's …
Kiev ridicules peace
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine—backed by the West—continues with no clear path to peace. Although the United States has recently acknowledged that Russia has valid security concerns and that Ukraine has been used as a proxy in a …
Russia, US Explore Resuming Direct Flights
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, representatives from Russia and the United States held discussions on potentially reviving direct air travel between the two nations. The conversation took place during a business breakfast …
European state’s leader suggests Xi Jinping statue
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) At the unveiling of a new sports complex built to FIFA and UEFA standards, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko suggested adding a statue of Chinese President Xi Jinping to the venue. The complex, which also includes an Olympic-grade swimming …
Russian governor states Ukrainian attacks cause major blackout
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) A drone strike by Ukrainian forces has caused a major power outage affecting tens of thousands of residents in Russia’s border Kursk Region, Governor Aleksandr Khinshtein reported. The attack targeted a 110-kilowatt electricity substation in the …
Leonardo, Baykar Emerge to Lead Drone Industry
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Italian defense heavyweight Leonardo aims to emerge as a prominent force in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector, following the formation of a new joint venture with Turkish defense manufacturer Baykar, according to a recent interview with the …
EU plans to cut off Russian energy imports from Russia to EU
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) According to reports, the European Commission has introduced a proposed law designed to fully cut off natural gas and oil imports from Russia to the European Union by the conclusion of 2027. This legislation is a key element of the Commission’s …
Meta Builds Lab to Develop Human-Level AI
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Meta’s chief executive, Mark Zuckerberg, is initiating a discreet effort to develop what he envisions as “superintelligence,” according to a news agency’s report released on Tuesday. This new initiative forms part of his broader strategy to …
FSB declares Russia frustrating plot to smuggle army contraband to Ukraine
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced on Monday that it has disrupted a foreign-organized operation aimed at smuggling Soviet-era military helicopter components, some of which were allegedly bound for Ukraine. According to the FSB, six …
Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Eruption Sparks Flight Disruptions to Bali
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Air travel to Bali faced significant interruptions on Wednesday after a volcanic eruption in eastern Indonesia. The upheaval came after Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted on Tuesday in the East Nusa Tenggara province, sending a towering ash plume …
Casualties from Israeli Strikes in Iran Increases
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) According to Iranian news sources on Wednesday, the number of fatalities caused by Israeli aerial bombardments throughout Tehran and other heavily inhabited regions has climbed to 585. Furthermore, no fewer than 1,326 individuals have sustained …
Mexican Leader phone call with Trump is "very good"
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum described her recent phone conversation with US President Donald Trump as “very good,” following the unexpected cancellation of their planned meeting at the G7 summit in Canada, which Trump exited early. …