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Press releases published on May 13, 2025
Fatal Army Ammunition Disposal Blast Kills 13 in West Java
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 13 people lost their lives when the Indonesian military accidentally triggered a deadly explosion while disposing of expired ammunition in West Java on Monday, a military spokesperson reported. The tragic event occurred around 9:30 a.m. …
Trump Begins Middle East Tour in Saudi Arabia
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, United States Leader Donald Trump engaged in discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman shortly after arriving in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, at the beginning of a regional diplomatic mission. According to a Saudi …
Egypt Reclaims Plundered Ancient Artifacts from U.S.
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Twenty-five historically and artistically important artifacts from various eras of ancient Egyptian civilization have been returned to Egypt from the United States, according to an announcement by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry on Monday. Operating …
Trump shuts down criticism about being presented with Qatari jet
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has pushed back against criticism from Democratic lawmakers over his administration's plans to accept a luxury Boeing 747 jet from Qatar, emphasizing that the aircraft is a free gift to the U.S. government. Posting on his …
South Korea Arrests Taiwanese Nationals for Filming Warplanes
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Two Taiwanese individuals were taken into custody by South Korean law enforcement on suspicion of recording footage of American military aircraft and installations during an air event, as reported by the media, citing information from local …
Moldovan president vows to become member of EU by 2028
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Moldovan President Maia Sandu has stated that her country could join the European Union by 2028, despite increasing opposition to her pro-Western policies. Moldova, a former Soviet republic, has been seeking EU and NATO membership since Sandu, a …
Head of Workers Party of Britain urges Zelensky to ‘grasp’ Putin’s offer
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) George Galloway, leader of the Workers Party of Britain, has urged Ukraine’s President Vladimir Zelensky to take advantage of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to restart direct negotiations. Galloway emphasized that Ukraine is in a “losing …
Riyadh Hosts Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum Amid Trump Visit
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) A high-profile investment forum between Saudi Arabia and the United States commenced in Riyadh on Tuesday, coinciding with President Donald Trump's first visit to the Middle East since assuming office in January. The event gathers prominent …
US oil sector expresses disappointment with Trump
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) The US oil industry is increasingly dissatisfied with President Donald Trump’s policies, with falling crude prices and tariffs putting pressure on producers, particularly smaller ones, according to Bloomberg. During his campaign, Trump’s “drill, …
Libya Clashes Break Out After Security Chief Death Claim
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Intense fighting broke out in Libya's capital, Tripoli, on Monday as opposing armed groups clashed. The violence follows unconfirmed reports of the death of Abdul-Ghani al-Kikli, also known as Ghaniwa, who led the Stability Support Department, an …
UN Urges Calm Amid Escalating Tensions in Libya's Capital
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) urged for calm on Monday as military mobilization and escalating tensions were reported in Tripoli, Libya's capital. "UNSMIL is closely monitoring reports of the military build-up and escalating …
Trump announces ‘important and impactful’ executive command
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has announced plans to sign a major executive order aimed at drastically reducing prescription drug prices in the country, describing it as potentially one of the most significant in American history. In a Sunday post on …
Former Indian foreign secretary says Western reporting on India-Pakistan escalation ‘one-sided’
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal has criticized the Western media for what he describes as biased and distorted reporting on the recent military tensions between India and Pakistan. In an interview with RT, Sibal claimed the media …
Putin Calls for Stronger Russia, Islamic World Ties
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Leader Vladimir Putin extended a warm welcome to attendees of the 16th KazanForum on Monday, advocating for deeper collaboration between Russia and the Islamic world in areas such as finance, technology, and regional stability. In a …
UK suggests tighter immigration regulations
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced a set of stricter immigration policies aimed at reducing the number of foreigners entering the UK, reflecting growing public dissatisfaction with high migration levels. Outlined in a government …
Slovak MEP describes Kallas as ‘tragedy’ for EU
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Slovak Member of the European Parliament Lubos Blaha has sharply criticized EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, calling her leadership a “tragedy” for the European Union. In an interview with RT, Blaha also accused top EU officials of supporting …
Dominican Republic Strengthens Kenyan Forces Support
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) In a collaborative move to address the escalating violence in Haiti, Dominican Foreign Minister Roberto Alvarez and Kenya’s First Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Secretary Musalia Mudavadi signed a pact on Monday aimed at reinforcing aid for Kenyan …
Trump expresses optimism over Russia-Ukraine discussions
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about the possibility of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine, as proposed by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump emphasized the importance of the proposed meeting in Istanbul, Türkiye, and …
Egypt supports Russia’s peace discussions suggestion to Ukraine
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Egypt has expressed support for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to hold direct talks with Ukraine, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday. While maintaining a neutral stance on the conflict, Egypt …
Pentagon commands DEI quotas disabled in service academies
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May 13, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has mandated the elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) considerations from the admissions processes of all military service academies. In a directive signed Friday, Hegseth ordered that …