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Press releases published on May 19, 2025

Kremlin voices remarks on recent peace initiative from US
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has stated that it has no information about any Ukrainian proposal to create a demilitarized zone along the current front lines, despite claims by a U.S. official. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told TASS on Wednesday that Kiev has …

Kremlin aide unveils which world presidents to attend Victory Day
(MENAFN) A total of 29 countries will be represented at Russia's Victory Day parade on May 9, marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov confirmed. The international …

Russia declares Ukrainian cross border incursions frustrated in Victory Day truce
(MENAFN) The Russian Defense Ministry has reported that two attempted incursions by Ukrainian forces into the Kursk Region were repelled during the 72-hour Victory Day ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin. The truce, intended as a humanitarian …

Norway Aims to Expand Trade Ties, Collaboration with China
(MENAFN) Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated on Monday that Norway aims to further expand its trade relationship with China and collaborate on significant global challenges, including the governance of artificial intelligence (AI) and climate change. …

Brazil Sets Up Roadblocks to Contain Farm Bird Flu
(MENAFN) Authorities in Brazil's southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul, initiated the placement of roadblocks on Sunday in an effort to control a recent outbreak of avian influenza at a commercial poultry farm located in Montenegro. Eduardo Leite, the …

Fatal Traffic Collision in Philippines Leaves One Dead, Ten Injured
(MENAFN) Authorities in Antique province, central Philippines, reported a fatal traffic collision on Monday morning that resulted in one death and injuries to ten others. According to police reports, the incident occurred before 7 a.m. local time along a …

Finance minister states Ukraine’s debt doubles in three years
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s public debt has nearly doubled over the past three years and is now close to 100% of the country’s GDP, Finance Minister Sergey Marchenko stated on Thursday. Despite this sharp increase, he said the government still plans to continue …

Iran Firmly Rejects U.S. Stance on Uranium Enrichment Program
(MENAFN) Tehran has firmly rejected Washington's stance on its uranium enrichment program, asserting it as an inherent right under international treaties. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei statement came during a regular press briefing in Tehran …

Hundreds of Climbers, Guides Reach Everest Summit in Single Day
(MENAFN) Hundreds of climbers and their Sherpa guides successfully reached the summit of Mount Qomolangma (Everest) on Sunday, according to Nepalese tourism officials. Pasang Bhote of Nepal's Department of Tourism stated to a news outlet, "the favorable …

Iran Voices Objections to UK Detentions, Denies Spy Claims
(MENAFN) Iran's foreign ministry has called in the British charge d'affaires to voice strong objections to what it deems "suspicious and unjustified" detentions of several Iranian citizens in Britain. The Iranian government is protesting the "false" …

Kremlin Says Putin, Trump to Hold Key Phone Call
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump are scheduled to hold a phone conversation Monday evening, as confirmed by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. The call, set for 5 pm Moscow time, will focus on the results of the …

Russian drone demolishes Ukrainian HIMARS launcher in Donetsk
(MENAFN) Russian forces have successfully destroyed a Ukrainian HIMARS multiple launch rocket system using a first-person view (FPV) drone, according to a report by Russia's Ministry of Defense. The strike, attributed to the Rubicon drone team, occurred in …

Italian financing pact essential in Jordan's national water carrier
(MENAFN) Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud emphasized on 14th of May that the tactical significance of a freshly consented financing deal with the Italian government, through the Italian Development Bank, for Jordan's national water carrier …

Russia announces exceeding 500 Ukrainian drones shot down in 24 hours
(MENAFN) Russia’s anti-aircraft defenses have successfully intercepted a large-scale Ukrainian attack, downing over 500 drones, two Western-supplied HIMARS rockets, five long-range Neptune missiles, and six JDAM precision-guided bombs, the Russian Defense …

Putin, Maduro sign strategic collaboration agreement
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro have signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in several key sectors, the Kremlin announced. The agreement was finalized on Wednesday in Moscow …

European Leaders Hold Talks with Trump Ahead of Putin Call on Ukraine
(MENAFN) Leading European figures, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, engaged in discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump concerning the ongoing situation in Ukraine, immediately prior to Trump's scheduled phone call with Russian President …

UK Targets Displaced U.S. Researchers with Sustained Financial Support
(MENAFN) British scientific organizations are reportedly offering sustained financial support and fellowship opportunities to entice researchers departing the United States, citing pressures emanating from the White House, a news agency detailed on Sunday. …

Indonesia Increases Alert Level for Mount Lewotobi, Widens Major Zone
(MENAFN) Indonesian authorities have increased the alert level for Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara and expanded the no-go zone as the volcano continues to erupt. The escalation occurred Sunday night after a series of eruptions, the most significant of …

UK, EU Seal Post-Brexit Reset Agreement on Food, Fishing
(MENAFN) The United Kingdom and the European Union reached a pivotal agreement on Monday, overhauling their post-Brexit relationship following crucial progress in discussions regarding fishing access and inspections of food and agricultural goods. The …

Russian presidential aide reveals foreign leaders from 29 countries set to attend Russia’s Victory Day
(MENAFN) Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov has revealed that foreign leaders and diplomats from 29 countries are set to attend Russia’s Victory Day parade on May 9, marking 80 years since the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. …