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Press releases published on October 16, 2025
UK to send counter-drone warfare instructors to Moldova
(MENAFN) Britain plans to deploy instructors specializing in counter-drone warfare to Moldova, according to the UK Ministry of Defense’s announcement on Tuesday, made just before a NATO defense ministers’ meeting in Brussels. The move follows Moldova’s …
Spain takes different method for African migration
(MENAFN) Spain is taking a markedly different approach from other Western nations in its policies on African migration and development engagement. While countries such as the US, UK, France, and Germany are scaling back development aid, Madrid is committed …
U.S. Cancels Six Foreigners Visas Over Comments on Charlie Kirk
(MENAFN) The Trump administration has canceled the visas of six foreign nationals after they posted social media comments “celebrating” the Sept. 10 assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the U.S. State Department announced Tuesday. “The …
NATO pushes to expand US-led army to shoot down Russian jets
(MENAFN) Reports suggest that several NATO defense leaders have been quietly advocating for expanded engagement rules that would permit the alliance to shoot down Russian aircraft carrying ground-attack missiles. As stated by reports, NATO’s Supreme Allied …
US, Mexico Strengthen Collaboration on Fentanyl Trafficking
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramon de la Fuente in Washington to discuss collaborative initiatives aimed at tackling fentanyl smuggling, enhancing border security, and addressing …
S. Korea Sees 10 Percent Surge in September Jobless Claims
(MENAFN) South Korea saw a significant rebound in jobless claims in September, driven by increased hiring needs in manufacturing and the health and welfare sectors, government data revealed Wednesday. New applications for job-seeking benefits jumped 10.0 …
Finland Commits to NATO’s USD500M U.S. Arms Initiative for Ukraine
(MENAFN) Finland has committed to NATO’s program for procuring American weapons destined for Ukraine, a Finnish public broadcaster reported Wednesday. Defense Minister Antti Hakkanen confirmed Helsinki’s participation in NATO’s Prioritized Ukraine …
Global Public Debt Expected to Surge Past 100 Percent of GDP by 2029
(MENAFN) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) issued a stark warning Wednesday, projecting that worldwide public debt will surpass 100% of global gross domestic product (GDP) by 2029, reaching levels unseen since 1948. “This reflects a higher and steeper …
Qatar, Saudi Arabia Book Place in 2026 FIFA World Cup
(MENAFN) Qatar and Saudi Arabia have officially booked their places at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after decisive performances in the fourth round of Asia's qualifying campaign on Tuesday. Under the current format, six teams were split into two groups, with …
S. Korea’s former leader voluntarily appears before investigation team
(MENAFN) South Korea’s ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol voluntarily appeared before a special investigation team on Wednesday, arriving just hours before authorities were scheduled to enforce a court-issued arrest warrant, according to reports. Currently in …
Russia to require labor migrants to be tested for viral hepatitis
(MENAFN) Starting in March 2026, Russia will mandate that labor migrants undergo testing for hepatitis B and C, expanding the country’s existing medical screening procedures. The regulations will affect foreign nationals and stateless individuals entering …
Chinese Cargo Ship Completes Historic Arctic Journey to Europe
(MENAFN) A Chinese container vessel has successfully concluded its first journey to Europe through the Arctic's Northern Sea Route (NSR), as revealed on Tuesday by Rosatom, Russia’s state-run nuclear enterprise. Supported by Russia’s fleet of nuclear- …
Russia Warns UK Sanctions Could Disrupt Global Energy Markets
(MENAFN) Russia’s embassy in London issued a sharp rebuke Wednesday to the UK’s latest wave of sanctions targeting Russian oil majors, warning the measures could disrupt global energy markets and hurt consumers worldwide. The new sanctions, unveiled …
US Adviser Gets Charged for Classified Defense Documents
(MENAFN) A well-known India specialist and consultant to the US State Department has been formally accused of unlawfully keeping over 1,000 pages of secret defense-related information, officials revealed on Tuesday. Ashley J. Tellis, who serves as a senior …
WFP, Bangladesh discuss increasing support for Rohingya refugees
(MENAFN) Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus met with World Food Program (WFP) Acting Executive Director Carl Skau in Rome on Tuesday to discuss efforts to secure additional funding for Rohingya refugees, according to a statement from Yunus’ office. …
King of Jordan, Italy PM urge to make sure Gaza’s deal is enforced
(MENAFN) His Majesty King Abdullah and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met in Rome on Tuesday to urge full implementation of the agreement ending the war in Gaza, emphasizing that all parties must work effectively to complete its stages. The leaders …
UK home secretary says nation is losing control over boarders
(MENAFN) Britain’s Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has admitted that the government is struggling to control illegal immigration, warning that the situation is eroding public trust in state institutions. Mahmood is expected to issue the warning during a …
Indonesia's Lewotobi Volcano Eruption Forces Evacuations
(MENAFN) Thousands have been forced to evacuate in southern Indonesia after the Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano unleashed powerful eruptions this week, prompting authorities to elevate the threat level to its maximum. The twin blasts occurred on Tuesday and …