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Press releases published on May 12, 2025

Trump declares gesture of ‘good faith’ by Hamas
(MENAFN) Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Hamas will release Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier and the last known living U.S. citizen held hostage in Gaza. The move follows negotiations involving the U.S. and …

French party chief hails Moscow’s peace discussions suggestion
(MENAFN) Florian Philippot, the leader of France's Patriots party, has praised Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent proposal to resume peace talks with Ukraine without preconditions. Philippot described the initiative as timely and well-considered, …

Algeria Hails India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Seeks Regional Talks
(MENAFN) Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in a phone discussion Sunday concerning recent regional developments, specifically the newly established ceasefire between India and …

Slovak Premier claims Western nations want Ukraine war to presume
(MENAFN) Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has suggested that many Western nations have a vested interest in prolonging the Ukraine conflict. His comments come in the wake of Russia’s offer for direct talks with Ukraine, which was met with a lukewarm …

Russian envoy receives threats in Germany due to Victory Day celebrations
(MENAFN) German officials have warned Russian Ambassador Sergey Nechayev that he may be barred from participating in events commemorating the Soviet Union’s role in defeating Nazi Germany, sparking diplomatic tensions ahead of Russia’s May 9 Victory Day …

Trump Welcomes Release of Israeli-American Hostage
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the imminent release of an Israeli-American hostage by Hamas from the war-torn Gaza Strip represents a “step taken in good faith” toward both the United States and the regional peace …

UK Spy Agency Is Set to Appoint First Female Leader
(MENAFN) Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) will soon be led by a woman for the first time since its inception in 1909, as reported by a newspaper. The current head of MI6, Richard Moore, is expected to retire this autumn. The newspaper revealed …

Hamas Signals Israeli-American Hostage Release Amid Gaza Ceasefire Talks
(MENAFN) Hamas has announced its intention to release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander from Gaza as part of ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire and enable the reopening of border crossings for humanitarian aid. Khalil al-Hayya, a senior Hamas …

Ukraine Slams Telegram as "Enemy Tool"
(MENAFN) A top Ukrainian lawmaker has strongly denounced Telegram, labeling the widely used messaging application a Russian "enemy tool" with the goal to "destroy" Ukraine's independence. This forceful condemnation comes as Ukrainian officials escalate …

Gaza's Agonizing Health Crisis: Blockade Exacerbates Desperate Shortages
(MENAFN) Palestinian and United Nations authorities cautioned on Sunday that the already dire health and humanitarian circumstances in Gaza are set to worsen if Israel maintains its restrictions on the territory. Health officials in Gaza reported on Sunday …

Snap Presidential Race Kicks Off in South Korea
(MENAFN) The official campaign period for South Korea's expedited presidential election began on Monday, marking the start of 22 days of intense political activity. Candidates are now permitted to deliver public speeches, distribute campaign leaflets, and …

Xi’s Visit to Moscow Strengthens Ties
(MENAFN) Chinese Leader Xi Jinping’s recent trip to Moscow has been hailed as a resounding success, demonstrating the unshakeable nature of the China-Russia relationship, according to Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Xi’s official state visit to the Russian …

UK spy organization plans on hiring first female chief
(MENAFN) For the first time in its history, Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) is expected to be led by a woman, according to a report by the Sunday Times. Current MI6 chief Richard Moore is set to step down in the fall, and the shortlist to …

Russian spy director gives hints at conference with CIA chief
(MENAFN) Sergey Naryshkin, head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), has suggested that he may soon meet with CIA Director John Ratcliffe after what he called a “very constructive” phone conversation. The two intelligence leaders first spoke in …

Moscow reveals specifics of great precision hit on Ukraine
(MENAFN) The Russian Defense Ministry has revealed that it carried out a large-scale overnight strike on Ukraine, targeting key components of Kiev’s military infrastructure and defense industry. In a statement released Thursday, the ministry said the …

Qatari Royals' Lavish Jet Gift to Trump Provokes Legal Scrutiny
(MENAFN) A high-value aircraft, reportedly a $400 million Boeing 747-8 from the Qatari royal family, is causing legal ripples as it heads towards the United States, with potential implications for its conversion into Air Force One. The luxury jet, …

Moscow specifies foundations for peace discussions with Kiev
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to resume peace talks with Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul comes with a focus on both the realities of the current situation and the foundation laid during earlier negotiations in 2022, according to Putin’s …

Putin claims globe`s armies learning from Russia
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that military forces around the world are closely analyzing Russia’s combat strategies and technological advancements demonstrated during the Ukraine conflict. Speaking on Wednesday at a meeting of the …

Thermosome Receives U.S. Orphan Drug Designation for Lead Compound THE001, Expands Patent Estate
ODD granted for the treatment of soft tissue sarcomas (STS) Thermosome adds 4 patents to its growing patent estate Munich, Germany – May 12, 2025 – Thermosome, a drug development company focused on targeted tumor therapies, today announced that its lead …

Zelensky Agrees to Resume Istanbul Peace Talks
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Sunday via X that Ukraine has agreed to reinitiate peace negotiations with Russia in Istanbul. This decision comes shortly after U.S. Leader Donald Trump encouraged Kyiv to accept Russian Leader …