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Press releases published on April 12, 2025
FSB reports Kiev’s spies undercover as US think-tank workers
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s intelligence services allegedly posed as staff from the prominent American think tank RAND Corporation to try and recruit informants within the Russian military, the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) reported on Thursday. According …
Kiev touts dating aspects to trap males into army
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s Defense Ministry has launched a recruitment campaign aimed at young men, suggesting that joining the military could improve their romantic prospects and financial situation. Since February, the ministry has been encouraging men aged 18 …
UK Announces New Military Support for Ukraine
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The British defense chief on Friday unveiled a fresh EURO350 million (USD460 million) defense assistance initiative for Ukraine, describing 2025 as a pivotal point in the ongoing conflict and encouraging fellow supporters to increase their …
Russian Arctic forum town welcomes ice breaker fire training
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ahead of the International Arctic Forum, a large-scale fire drill was conducted aboard a nuclear-powered icebreaker in Murmansk, Russia, which is located above the Arctic Circle. The two-day forum is set to take place in the city, which serves as …
Moscow accuses Kiev violating energy ceasefire
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine has breached a US-mediated ceasefire agreement by launching three separate attacks on Russian energy infrastructure within a 24-hour period, Russia’s Defense Ministry reported on Thursday. The alleged violations include a drone strike that …
Poll: Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump amid economic concerns
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent survey indicates that a majority of Americans hold an unfavorable view of President Donald Trump, as his approval ratings decline in the face of rising economic anxiety and dissatisfaction with new trade policies. "Americans view Trump …
Russian communists wish for return of Stalingrad
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Gennady Zyuganov, head of the Russian Communist Party (CPRF), has urged that the city of Volgograd be renamed Stalingrad in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Speaking to the Russian parliament …
Israel imposes one-week ban on Al-Aqsa preacher over Gaza sermon
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, Israeli officials prohibited Sheikh Muhammad Salim, a preacher at the Al-Aqsa Mosque, from accessing the sacred site for one week due to his sermon that criticized Israeli actions in Gaza, which he allegedly labeled as Israeli genocide. …
Russian legend ties historic NHL record
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Alexander Ovechkin achieved another major milestone in his NHL career on Friday night, scoring his 894th goal to tie the all-time record set by hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. The second goal of the game for Ovechkin, playing for the Washington …
Zelensky criticizes Trump envoy
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has sharply criticized Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East, accusing him of promoting pro-Russian rhetoric and undermining Ukraine’s efforts in its conflict with Moscow. …
Russian legend breaks historic NHL record
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin made history on Sunday by becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, netting his 895th career goal and surpassing the long-standing record held by Wayne Gretzky. The 39-year-old Washington Capitals …
Kremlin affirms Moscow supports ceasefire in spite of Kiev’s breaches
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has affirmed its commitment to a US-brokered ceasefire agreement despite Ukraine’s continued attacks on energy infrastructure, which violate the terms of the truce. Dmitry Peskov, President Vladimir Putin's spokesperson, stated on …
India’s extreme weather claims around 50 lives, including infant in Nepal
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Severe weather conditions in India and Nepal—marked by lightning strikes, hailstorms, and intense rainfall—have led to the deaths of approximately 50 people, according to reports release on Friday. Local media reported on Thursday that more than …