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Press releases published on May 5, 2025
Ukraine critic secures first term of Romanian presidential election rerun
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) George Simion, a nationalist politician known for his criticism of the EU and opposition to Ukraine, has emerged as the frontrunner in the first round of Romania’s presidential election rerun, held on Sunday. With over 95% of votes counted, Simion …
Mexico refuses Trump’s troops suggestion
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s offer to send US troops to Mexico to fight drug cartels. Sheinbaum emphasized that while Mexico is open to cooperation, it will never accept any form of " …
South Korea’s Court Ruling Imperils Presidential Front-Runner
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's political landscape is in a state of heightened instability, as the Democratic Party grapples with the Supreme Court's recent decision to remand an election law violation case against its leading presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung …
US wants to end ISS before 2030
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The US government has announced plans to wind down operations of the International Space Station (ISS), aiming to retire the orbiting research lab by 2030. This decision was included in the White House’s Fiscal Year 2026 Discretionary Budget …
Appeals Court Pauses Reinstatement of VOA Staff
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A United States federal appellate court has temporarily overturned a prior ruling from a lower court that mandated the reinstatement of over 1,000 Voice of America (VOA) staff members. These employees had been placed on administrative leave during …
Immortal Regiment marches held across globe
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Immortal Regiment marches, honoring World War II veterans, were held across the globe this weekend in anticipation of Russia's Victory Day celebrations on May 9. In Beijing, around 1,000 participants gathered for the event, with Russian Ambassador …
US Judge Finds Apple in Contempt Regarding Epic Games Case
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) In a pivotal development in the prolonged legal conflict between Apple and Epic Games—the creator of Fortnite—a U.S. federal judge has determined that Apple deliberately disobeyed a 2021 court directive aimed at limiting its anti-competitive …
Presidential election rerun starts in Romania
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Romania is holding a rerun of its presidential election on Sunday, following the annulment of the previous vote due to claims of Russian interference and electoral violations. Moscow has denied these allegations. In the annulled November election, …
China Delays Solutions to U.S. Tariff Conflict
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) China is deliberately delaying any resolution to the ongoing tariff impasse with the United States due to significant internal disagreements among Leader Trump’s trade advisors and a lack of clarity on Washington’s ultimate policy trajectory. …
Lavrov talks to Pakistan on India tensions
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone conversation with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss the growing tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi, Russia’s Foreign Ministry reported on Sunday. The call, initiated by …
Pakistan Requests UN Security Council Session
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) On Sunday, Pakistan disclosed its intention to update the United Nations Security Council about the prevailing regional climate, amid rising hostilities with India following the April 22 incident in Kashmir that resulted in 26 casualties, based on …
South Korea’s Democratic Party Responds to Court Decision
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) On Sunday, South Korea’s Democratic Party conducted an urgent assembly in reaction to the Supreme Court's recent move to return an election law violation case involving its presidential hopeful, Lee Jae-myung, according to the media. The top court …
Trump performs YMCA dance to celebrate 100 days in office
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump marked his first 100 days back in office with a lively celebration at a rally in Michigan on Tuesday, dancing to the classic 1970s disco anthem “YMCA.” During the event, Trump delivered an almost 90-minute speech …
Serbian deputy Premier states Vucic expected at Moscow parade regardless of sickness
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is still expected to attend Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9 in Moscow, despite a recent health incident, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Sinisa Mali. The parade, marking the …
Iraq, Qatar Discuss Enhancing Transportation Collaboration
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani convened with visiting Qatari Transport Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani in Baghdad on Sunday to discuss avenues for collaboration in the transportation sector. According to a …
Iran Threatens Quick Response Against U.S., Israeli Interests
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran's Defense Minister, Aziz Nasirzadeh, issued a strong warning Sunday, stating that the Islamic Republic would not hesitate to strike U.S. and Israeli interests, bases, and personnel "wherever and whenever deemed necessary" if either nation …
Officials Confirm Hospitalization of Three in California Shooting
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Authorities confirmed that a shooting incident at Featherly Regional Park in Yorba Linda, California, on Sunday afternoon resulted in three individuals being transported to a nearby hospital. The Orange County Sheriff's Department initially …
Trump urges for ‘total dismantlement’ of Iran’s nuclear program
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the complete elimination of Iran’s nuclear program, emphasizing that he would only accept full dismantlement rather than any limitations. Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, Trump …
Lebanon Holds First Local Elections in Years
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The opening phase of Lebanon’s local government and mayoral elections unfolded on Sunday within the Mount Lebanon region. Voting commenced at 7 a.m. local time (0400 GMT) and was scheduled to conclude at 7 p.m. (1600 GMT). As reported by a …
Gaza Aid Ship Gets Targeted by Drone Attack
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May 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A humanitarian ship en route to Gaza remains stationed in international waters near Malta after being targeted by a drone attack early Friday morning. The vessel, which had been providing relief aid, is still awaiting authorization to enter a port …