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Press releases published on May 27, 2025
Polish Producers Press for Ban on Russian Cucumber Imports
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Polish cucumber growers are pressing for a ban on Russian imports after data revealed Russia emerged as Poland’s top supplier in March, local media reports indicate. Farmers argue that Russian producers gain an unfair advantage due to lower energy …
Jordan, Norway Urge Immediate, Lasting Gaza Ceasefire
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Jordan and Norway on Monday called for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza, urging unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid and reaffirming their commitment to a two-state solution as the foundation for enduring peace in the region. Speaking …
Drone Warfare Escalates Between Russia, Ukraine
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia announced on Tuesday that it had successfully neutralized over 2,300 drones launched by Ukraine in the previous week, as both Moscow and Kyiv blamed each other for extensive aerial attacks over three consecutive nights. The conflict between …
German Merz persists in disapproval of Israel's attack on Gaza
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday persists in his disapproval of Israel's prolonged army attack in Gaza and demanded that Tel Aviv stop Palestinian people misery and let in more humanitarian assistance. Merz stated that a shared media …
Russia Accuses Denmark of Hindering Peace Efforts
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Ambassador Vladimir Barbin has alleged that Denmark is intentionally contributing to the extension of the Ukraine conflict while actively sabotaging genuine attempts at achieving peace between Moscow and Kiev. In an opinion piece featured …
GfK Reports Germany’s Consumer Confidence Expected to Edge Up
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) GfK, market research company, reported on Tuesday that consumer sentiment in Germany is expected to show slight improvement in June, although overall confidence levels remain subdued due to persistent domestic and global economic challenges. The …
Greece Indicts Seventeen Coastguards in Pylos Catastrophic Shipwreck
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A news outlet has reported that 17 officers from Greece's Hellenic Coast Guard, including the commanding officer of the LS-920 patrol vessel, are now facing formal charges related to the catastrophic 2023 shipwreck off Pylos—a maritime tragedy …
Kremlin Criticizes Removal of Range Limits on Ukraine’s Weapons
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) The announcement that Ukraine’s Western allies have decided to lift restrictions on the use of long-range weapons by Kiev contradicts Russia’s pursuit of a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry …
Japan Urges to Aid Students Impacted by US Visa Policy
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan’s government on Tuesday urged its universities to assist students affected by a recent US policy that prohibits Harvard University from enrolling international students through its student visa program, according to reports from local media. …
Trump Weighs New Sanctions on Russia Amid Tensions with Putin
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is considering fresh actions against Russia amid rising tensions with President Vladimir Putin over ongoing attacks in Ukraine and stalled peace talks, according to a media report. Although new financial sanctions appear …
Lebanon Actively Seeks Finnish Investment: President Aoun
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Lebanon is actively seeking Finnish investment in infrastructure and various other sectors, President Joseph Aoun announced Monday during his meeting with Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen at Baabda Palace. According to a Lebanese news …
OECD Says Global Steel Industry Will Face Challenges
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) announced on Tuesday that the global steel sector is expected to face ongoing difficulties through 2025 and beyond. According to the OECD, the challenges in the steel industry are …
Trump Considers Full Exit from Ukraine Peace Talks
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump is mulling over a total withdrawal from the Ukraine peace negotiations due to stalled progress, according to a report by a news agency on Monday, which cited unnamed insiders. However, the American leader is said …
Russia Confirms Strong Partnership with Africa
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Moscow continues to be a dependable and unwavering ally to African countries, actively backing initiatives to reinforce their sovereignty, which faces threats from contemporary forms of colonialism, stated Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. …
Japan Seeks to Enroll Students Impacted by U.S. Harvard Policy
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A news agency reported Tuesday that the Japanese government is urging its universities to take in students impacted by a recent U.S. policy targeting Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students. This call for support came shortly …
EU Ministers Greenlight Groundbreaking Arms Fund
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, ministers from European Union member states gave the green light to establishing a groundbreaking 150 billion euro (approximately USD170.22 billion) arms fund, marking the EU’s first major collective defense investment initiative, the …
Germany Reaffirms Support for Ukraine Military Aid
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reinforced his commitment to providing military aid to Ukraine, emphasizing that Kyiv must be equipped with the capability to conduct strikes within Russian territory. During a joint press briefing with …
US Senator Proposes Tariffs on Russia’s Trade Partners
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has asserted that his proposal to impose 500 percent tariffs on countries trading with Russia would assist Leader Donald Trump in compelling Moscow towards a peace agreement with Ukraine. Additionally, Graham believes …
EU Countries Consider Legal Status of Ukrainian Refugees
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) European Union member countries are reportedly preparing to reassess the legal standing of Ukrainian refugees residing within the bloc, according to a report by a news agency on Monday, which cited an EU diplomat. Discussions regarding a possible …
Russia Prepares Response to NATO’s Activities in Baltic Sea
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May 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is actively preparing to respond to possible aggressive actions by NATO forces in the Baltic area, according to Nikolay Patrushev, a top advisor to Russian Leader Vladimir Putin. Speaking at the government’s Maritime Board meeting on Monday …