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Press releases published on May 13, 2025

Trump Convenes with Saudi Crown Prince During Mideast Tour
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump began his Middle East tour with a meeting in Riyadh on Tuesday with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The discussions took place at the royal terminal of King Khalid International Airport, according to Saudi …

Vietnam approves suggested Ukraine peace discussions
(MENAFN) Vietnam has expressed its support for Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent proposal to resume direct peace talks with Ukraine without any preconditions. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Vietnamese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Pham …

Hungary states Ukrainian membership of EU possibly to cause war to bloc
(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has cautioned that allowing Ukraine to join the European Union would prolong the war with Russia and risk pulling the EU directly into the conflict. Ukraine officially applied for EU membership in February …

UN Sounds Alarm: Gaza Food Aid Plunges Amidst Border Blockade
(MENAFN) The United Nations revealed a significant 70% decrease in hot meals distributed in Gaza over the past five days, highlighting the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation. According to spokesperson Stephane Dujarric, "Our partners on the …

Zelenskyy Approves Economic Partnership Agreement with U.S. into Law
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy officially approved a new economic partnership agreement with the United States on Monday, ratifying the bill into law. The bill's status, updated on the Verkhovna Rada's online portal, confirmed that it had …

Brazil Names Carlo Ancelotti as Next Head Coach
(MENAFN) Carlo Ancelotti has been officially appointed as the next head coach of Brazil's national football team, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Monday. He will assume the role after completing the current season with Real Madrid. …

Tragic Blast Claims Lives of Two Children in Afghanistan
(MENAFN) Two children tragically died after an unexploded device from past conflicts detonated in Qadis district, located in Afghanistan's western Badghis province, late on Monday. A local police official confirmed the incident on Tuesday. The children …

Turkey, U.S. Discuss Regional Tensions
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a telephone conversation on Monday, focusing on the state of bilateral relations and pressing regional matters, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. Topics …

Ancelotti Is Set to Become Brazil's New Head Coach
(MENAFN) Carlo Ancelotti will take over as Brazil’s head coach following the completion of his season with Real Madrid, as confirmed by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) on Monday. "Bringing Carlo Ancelotti to lead Brazil is more than a strategic …

Trump states EU worse than China
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of the European Union, calling it “nastier than China” when it comes to trade practices. In April, the US imposed a 20% tariff on all EU goods and a 25% tariff on car imports and metals. While …

Syria Hails Trump’s Comments on Possible Sanctions Easing
(MENAFN) Syrian foreign authorities have positively responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's recent comments regarding the possible removal of sanctions imposed on Damascus. They characterized the remarks as an encouraging move towards easing the …

India commands BrahMos missile manufacturing unit amid ceasefire
(MENAFN) India has officially opened a new BrahMos supersonic cruise missile production facility in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, according to the country’s Defense Ministry. The plant, located in Lucknow, was inaugurated by Defense Minister Rajnath …

Ancelotti’s Arrival Kindles Hope for Brazil’s National Team
(MENAFN) Brazilian media outlets have responded with a mix of relief and renewed hope following the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti as head coach of the national men’s football team, viewing the move as a pivotal moment for a side seeking direction. Folha …

Trump Considers Lifting Syria Sanctions
(MENAFN) Leader Donald Trump announced on Monday that he is weighing the possibility of lifting American sanctions imposed on Syria. The move is aimed at offering Damascus a "fresh start," according to the President. Trump noted that this idea was brought …

Russia, African countries host boxing tournament
(MENAFN) A boxing tournament featuring athletes from Russia and the Sahel region of Africa was held in Niger on Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II. The event, organized by the NGO 'Niger–Russia Together Hand in Hand,' took …

Duterte Is Likely to Regain Mayoral Position
(MENAFN) Rodrigo Duterte, the imprisoned former leader of the Philippines, appears likely to return to his previous role as mayor of Davao City, according to a news agency on Monday, which referenced early, unofficial results from the election. According …

Britain, Europe Talks on Ukraine Conflict End Without Progress
(MENAFN) Foreign ministers and officials from Britain and Europe gathered in London on Monday but left without significant advancements on Ukraine. A statement from the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office confirmed that the ministers …

Temporary Tariff Relief Marks Progress in Trade War
(MENAFN) China has described the newly agreed 90-day suspension of mutual tariffs with the United States as a move that benefits not just the two nations, but the international community as a whole. In a statement released Monday, China’s Ministry of …

UK Arrests Six Bulgarians for Espionage
(MENAFN) Six Bulgarian citizens residing in the United Kingdom have received prison sentences totaling over 50 years after being convicted for their roles in an extensive espionage scheme conducted throughout Europe for the Russian state. The sentencing …

Spy scandal ignites diplomatic rift between Hungary, Ukraine
(MENAFN) A growing espionage dispute has led to a breakdown in diplomatic talks between Hungary and Ukraine, further straining already tense bilateral relations. Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) announced on Friday that it had uncovered a Hungarian …