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Press releases published on October 4, 2025
Kremlin Awaits Trump’s Response on New START Treaty Extension
(MENAFN) The Kremlin announced Thursday that US President Donald Trump has yet to reply to Russia’s proposal for voluntarily maintaining central limits under the pivotal New START arms control treaty, which is set to expire in early 2026. In late September …
US government shutdown is expected to slightly dampen economic growth
(MENAFN) According to reports, the ongoing US government shutdown is expected to slightly dampen economic growth and increase uncertainty in the country’s outlook. Analysts estimate that each week of a federal shutdown could trim gross domestic product ( …
Zelenskyy Presses EU to Open “Fundamentals” Cluster in Accession Talks
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday called on the European Union to advance the “Fundamentals” cluster in accession negotiations, underscoring that Kyiv had completed its internal review of EU legislation faster than any previous …
Ukrainian Nationalist Issues Threat Against Orban
(MENAFN) A prominent Ukrainian ultranationalist has issued a provocative threat towards Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, stating that Ukrainian troops could potentially fall back into Hungary while fighting Russia — and in doing so, could “destroy” …
Netherlands Denounces Houthi Attack on Dutch Vessel
(MENAFN) The Netherlands has voiced strong disapproval of a recent assault carried out by Houthi forces on a Dutch cargo vessel operating in the Gulf of Aden. On Wednesday, caretaker Foreign Minister David van Weel expressed the country's position via the …
Samantha Power Commends Trump’s India Tariffs
(MENAFN) During a deceptive phone conversation orchestrated by Russian pranksters Vovan and Lexus—who impersonated former Ukrainian President Pyotr Poroshenko—Samantha Power, the former head of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), expressed …
South Africa Demands Release of Detained Sumud Flotilla Citizens
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly urged Israel to immediately free South African citizens and other international individuals who were apprehended by Israeli forces following a raid on a humanitarian convoy en route to Gaza. …
Reports state Russia upgraded missile systems to bypass Ukraine
(MENAFN) Russian forces have reportedly upgraded their missile systems to bypass Ukrainian air defenses, including US-supplied Patriot interceptors, widely regarded as central to Kiev’s defensive shield, according to reports citing Ukrainian and Western …
Former USAID chief hails Trump for tariffs on India
(MENAFN) Former USAID Administrator Samantha Power praised President Donald Trump for imposing tariffs on India during a prank call in which Russian comedians impersonated former Ukrainian President Pyotr Poroshenko. “I am pleased with the sanctions done …
Spanish Premier Condemns Israeli Actions Against Sumud Flotilla
(MENAFN) The Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, on Thursday denounced Israel's actions against the Gaza-bound Sumud Flotilla, labeling them as "a violation of international law." He reaffirmed that the humanitarian mission "does not represent any …
Mounting Criticism Targets Von der Leyen's Media Strategy
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is under increasing scrutiny for failing to consistently deliver precise and dependable details to journalists, a news outlet reported on Wednesday. The criticisms point to a growing concern about …
US Department of War considers lie detector tests for staff
(MENAFN) The US Department of War is reportedly considering new rules that would require thousands of Pentagon staff to sign non-disclosure agreements and undergo random lie detector tests, according to reports citing draft documents and sources. The …
Rallies escalation in Morocco cause death of two civilians
(MENAFN) Two individuals were killed and several others injured in Leqliaa, near Agadir, after Moroccan security forces opened fire during an attempted raid on a gendarmerie post, according to local authorities. The Prefecture of Inezgane Ait Melloul said …
Netherlands Urges Israel to Ensure Safety of Gaza Flotilla Passengers
(MENAFN) The Netherlands urged Israel on Thursday to guarantee the safety of all passengers following an Israeli assault on the Global Sumud Flotilla. "We urge the Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of the passengers. The ministry already made this …
All remaining Israeli diplomats get expelled by Colombian leader
(MENAFN) After the Israeli Navy intercepted the Gaza flotilla, Colombian President Gustavo Petro stated the dismissal of the rest of Israeli diplomatic staff. Petro’s office called for the immediate release of the two Colombian nationals that it confirmed …