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Press releases published on June 19, 2025
Lavrov criticizes US silence on Russia’s missile moratorium suggestion
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said the United States has not responded to Moscow’s proposal for mutual limits on deploying intermediate-range missiles, following the breakdown of the INF Treaty. Speaking at the Future Forum 2050 on …
Pakistan Urges Action for Iran, Israel Ceasefire
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appealed to the global community to take swift steps toward an "immediate" cessation of hostilities between Iran and Israel. He emphasized that any additional intensification of the conflict …
India, Canada pledge to renew relations following years of diplomatic quarrels
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) India and Canada have agreed to rebuild their diplomatic relationship following years of strained ties, which reached a peak with the expulsion of senior diplomats in 2024. As part of the reset, both countries will appoint new high commissioners …
DNA Tests Identify 206 Victims of Air India Plane Crash
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Gujarat government announced on Wednesday that DNA analysis has successfully identified 206 victims from the Air India Flight 171 disaster, which tragically struck a medical college hostel in Ahmedabad last week. Out of those identified, 169 …
UN Reports Over 680,000 Palestinians Displaced Over Past Three Months
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations announced on Wednesday that the ongoing Israeli assaults have forcibly uprooted more than 680,000 Palestinians throughout the Gaza Strip over the past three months. During a press briefing, UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric …
Ukraine loses almost all US-given Abrams tanks
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Nearly all of the 31 American-made M1 Abrams tanks supplied to Ukraine have been destroyed or rendered inoperable, according to a report by RIA Novosti. The Russian news outlet claims that only five Abrams tanks remain functional, based on its …
Russia launches ‘retaliatory strikes’ on Ukrainian airfield
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has launched overnight airstrikes on a Ukrainian airfield located in the Rovno Region, in response to recent attacks on its air forces, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The operation was described as part of broader retaliatory …
Kenyan cop gets detained over shooting unarmed resident
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A Kenyan police officer has been arrested for shooting an unarmed civilian during protests in Nairobi, which were sparked by public outrage over the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody. National Police Service spokesperson …
African Union Vows Stronger Commitment to Sahel Security
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) is escalating its commitment to stabilizing the Sahel region by supporting counterterrorism measures and fostering development, declared Angolan Foreign Minister Tete Antonio on Tuesday after meeting Malian President Assimi …
Iran Unleashes Fresh Missile Barrage at Israel
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Israeli military reported Wednesday evening that Iran had unleashed a fresh salvo of missiles targeting Israel. Following the missile launches from Iran, air raid sirens sounded across the greater Tel Aviv region, according to a military …
Sugar Prices Hit Lowest Level in Four Years
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Sugar prices sank to their lowest level in four years on Wednesday, with a pound of the commodity dropping to $0.1626. That represents a 4% decline from the end of May and a 15% drop since the beginning of the year. The primary driver behind the …
Russia hosts 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is hosting the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025), which kicked off on Wednesday. The three-day event is expected to draw thousands of participants. The forum’s theme this year is “Common Values – the Basis for …
Pentagon awaits Trump order to attack Iran
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth affirmed that the Pentagon stands ready to carry out any decisions President Donald Trump makes concerning Iran. In remarks before the Senate Armed Services …
Oil rates proceed to increase amid Israel-Iran conflict
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Global oil prices surged nearly 5% due to the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, coupled with US President Donald Trump’s call for Iran’s immediate and unconditional surrender. Brent crude rose 4.4% on Tuesday to $76.45 per …
Fed Signals Possible Rate Cuts in 2025
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The US Federal Reserve might still consider implementing "at least two" reductions to interest rates in 2025, as indicated by fresh projections released by the central institution on Wednesday. The Fed maintained its outlook for the federal funds …
Putin Questions Legitimacy of Ukrainian Leadership
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Leader Vladimir Putin expressed readiness on Thursday to engage in dialogue with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but raised doubts about the authority of Ukraine’s current leadership to finalize a peace accord. He suggested that …
Putin discuss China-Russia cultural ties, revealing his granddaughter speaks Chinese
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) At the SPIEF 2025 forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that interest in the Chinese language is increasing in Russia, mentioning that his own granddaughter speaks Chinese fluently with the help of her tutor from Beijing. During a late- …
EU Reveals Plan to Simplify Carbon Border Tax System
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) European Union institutions reached a landmark agreement on Wednesday to streamline the carbon border tax system, significantly easing compliance for the vast majority of importers. The European Council confirmed a deal on proposed changes to the …
US Senate pauses Russia sanctions bill
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A bipartisan bill in the U.S. Senate aiming to impose severe tariffs on countries that continue purchasing Russian energy has been delayed and is unlikely to be considered this month, according to Semafor. The legislation, introduced by Senators …
Putin states Russia is ready for any challenges coming from NATO's actions
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that NATO’s efforts to increase its military capabilities pose no genuine threat to Russia. Speaking during a Q…