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Press releases published on August 13, 2025

Residential Building Fire Claims Seven Lives in Baghdad
(MENAFN) A devastating fire erupted Wednesday morning in a residential building located in the Ur neighborhood of eastern Baghdad, resulting in the deaths of seven family members, according to a civil defense official. Civil defense teams responded …

Southern Europe Continues to Grapple with Heatwaves, Wildfires
(MENAFN) Southern Europe remains on high alert as extreme heatwaves and devastating wildfires continue to ravage the region. On Tuesday, Meteo-France issued a red alert for 14 departments in southern France, where temperatures soared to 42°C (107.6°F). The …

Nordic Journalists Voice Readiness to Report from Gaza
(MENAFN) Multiple prominent media organizations from Sweden and Norway have voiced their willingness to dispatch reporters to Gaza, according to local reports on Tuesday. These outlets conveyed their preparedness to act should the "opportunity arise." …

Hakan Fidan Urges YPG to Cease Threats
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan issued a stern warning on Wednesday to the YPG, urging them to immediately stop posing a danger to Türkiye and the surrounding region. During a joint press conference with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan …

Jordan, Syria, US, discuss situation in Syria
(MENAFN) Jordan has brought together officials from Syria and the United States for a trilateral discussion focused on the ongoing situation in Sweida, according to statements from the Jordanian Foreign Ministry. The talks, held Tuesday in Amman, included …

Airport Worker Gets Suspended for Shouting “Free Palestine”
(MENAFN) A staff member at a Paris airport was suspended after shouting “Free Palestine” over the radio to the crew of an Israeli airline, according to the French transport minister. Philippe Tabarot confirmed late on Tuesday that the episode, which …

Syrian Foreign Minister Criticizes Israeli Threats
(MENAFN) During a press briefing in Ankara with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, Syria’s Foreign Minister Assad al-Shaibani cautioned that persistent Israeli threats continue to undermine Syrian sovereignty and endanger the safety of its citizens. Al- …

Swedish, Norwegian Media Ready to Dispatch Reporters to Gaza
(MENAFN) Several leading media outlets in Sweden and Norway have expressed their willingness to send journalists to Gaza should the chance present itself, according to local reports on Tuesday. Editors and top executives from Sweden’s Sveriges Radio (SR), …

Israeli Cruise Ship Faces Pro-Palestinian Protests in Greece
(MENAFN) The Israeli cruise vessel Crown Iris encountered a hostile welcome from hundreds of demonstrators at the Port of Volos, Greece, on Wednesday. A large group of pro-Palestinian supporters, primarily from leftist parties and organizations, trade …

Russia Prioritizes National Interests Ahead of Summit
(MENAFN) Russia intends to prioritize its national interests during the upcoming summit between President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, scheduled to take place in Alaska on Friday. This was stated by Alexey Fadeyev, a deputy spokesperson …

Many Ukrainian drones shot down inside Russia
(MENAFN) Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed dozens of Ukrainian drones overnight on Monday, including several aimed at Moscow, the Defense Ministry reported. A total of 59 drones were shot down across the country and over the Black Sea, …

Mexican leader defends Mexico City against Trump's claims
(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded to President Donald Trump’s remarks labeling Mexico City “the most dangerous city in Latin America,” arguing that Washington DC is actually more violent when population size is considered. "Now, what …

South African President Calls for Global Focus on Water
(MENAFN) Water must take center stage in global discussions on climate change and financial strategy, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa declared Wednesday during the opening of the African Union Water Investment Summit in Cape Town. Ramaphosa …

Zelensky relaxes view on land concessions
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky may be willing to concede territory to Russia and freeze current front lines as part of a potential settlement, according to the Daily Telegraph, citing sources. Publicly, Zelensky has consistently rejected …

N. Korean president fully backs Russia before Trump-Putin summit
(MENAFN) North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has voiced “full support” for Russia just days before the anticipated meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump in Alaska, according to reports. Sources indicate that Putin and …

Performances Shine at Russian Athletics Championships
(MENAFN) The 2025 PSB Russian Track and Field Championships came to a close on Sunday in the city of Kazan, following four days of intense athletic competition. More than 700 participants from across the nation gathered at Central Stadium to take part in …

S. Korea Plans to Restore Wartime Military Control from U.S.
(MENAFN) South Korea plans to regain wartime operational control (OPCON) of its armed forces from the United States during President Lee Jae Myung’s tenure, according to a report by media on Wednesday. The Lee administration’s five-year policy roadmap, …

Trump criticizes Zelensky land exchange delays
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has reiterated that a potential land swap to achieve peace will be a topic at the upcoming Alaska summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This position conflicts with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has …

Ramaphosa Says Water Must Center Climate, Finance Talks
(MENAFN) During the launch of the African Union Water Investment Summit held in Cape Town, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the critical need to place water at the forefront of discussions concerning climate and financial matters. …

Athlete Dies After Collapsing at World Games in China
(MENAFN) An Italian athlete participating in orienteering tragically lost his life after collapsing during a competition at the World Games 2025, held in China, according to event organizers on Tuesday. Mattia Debertolis, aged 29, was discovered …