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Press releases published on August 19, 2025

Oil Prices Decline Amid Ukraine, Russia Peace Talks
(MENAFN) Oil values dipped on Tuesday as statements from US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heightened optimism that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine might be nearing a peaceful resolution, potentially softening sanctions …

Lebanon Reaffirms Support for UN Peacekeeping Mission
(MENAFN) Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reaffirmed Lebanon’s steadfast commitment to the continued presence of the UN peacekeeping mission (UNIFIL) in the southern region of the country. Speaking on Tuesday, Aoun emphasized that the mission will remain in …

Benin Bus Crash Leaves 27 Dead, 16 Missing
(MENAFN) At least 27 people have been confirmed dead and 16 remain unaccounted for following a deadly bus crash in central Benin early Sunday, local authorities reported. The vehicle, which was carrying 52 passengers, veered off course and fell into the …

Brazilian President Seeks Acquittal in Coup Plot Trial
(MENAFN) As his high-stakes trial nears its conclusion, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has formally requested acquittal on charges tied to an alleged plot to overturn the 2022 presidential election, which brought Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to …

Meloni Rejects Military Deployment to Ukraine
(MENAFN) Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has expressed firm resistance to the idea of sending European soldiers to Ukraine, a plan being supported by some European leaders, according to a report published on Monday by a news agency. This matter came …

Moscow Applauds Trump's "Deeper" Involvement in Ukraine Conflict
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Moscow acknowledged that U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration had adopted a more profound strategy in tackling the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. This shift reportedly follows the recent summit held between Trump and …

Wildfire Erupts in Northern Morocco
(MENAFN) A forest fire ignited on Monday in Morocco’s northern Taounate province as the region experienced extreme heat. The flames broke out specifically in the al-Ghararsa forest, as confirmed by an official from Morocco’s National Agency for Waters and …

Sudan Urges Colombia to Cease Mercenary Involvement
(MENAFN) Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris has appealed to Colombia to halt the recruitment and deployment of mercenaries to Sudan, a country embroiled in a prolonged internal conflict. The war, which has lasted over two years, pits the national military …

Iraq, U.S. Discuss Kurdish Protracted Oil Standoff
(MENAFN) Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Steven Fagin in Baghdad late Sunday to address the protracted oil standoff in the northern Kurdish region, according to a statement from the Foreign Ministry. The ministry …

China Promises Addressing Trade Issues with India
(MENAFN) China has assured India that it will work towards resolving major economic challenges concerning the export of essential commodities such as rare earth elements, fertilizers, and tunnel-boring machinery. This update was shared by Indian media …

Russia is open to anything if it means resolving conflict with Ukraine
(MENAFN) Russia has stated it does not dismiss any diplomatic approaches, whether bilateral or trilateral, to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, according to reports. Speaking on state television, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized that any …

Ukraine Kicks Off Work on Concrete Security Guarantees
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Tuesday that Kyiv is moving forward with drafting specific security guarantees following high-level talks in Washington with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders. Posting on X, …

Lebanon Pledges Ongoing Support to UN Peacekeepers
(MENAFN) Lebanon will continue supporting the United Nations peacekeeping force in the country’s south as long as it is needed to uphold UN Security Council Resolution 1701, President Joseph Aoun confirmed on Tuesday. In talks with UNIFIL Commander Major …

Humanitarian Workers Face Rising Dangers
(MENAFN) Humanitarian workers—those who deliver vital assistance such as food, medical care, and hope to communities devastated by war and catastrophe—are facing unprecedented threats to their safety, while the infrastructure that enables their work is …

Tofutti Partners with South Jersey’s Greens and Grains to Launch Plant-Based Tzatziki Sauce
Edison, New Jersey, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tofutti Brands, Inc. (OTCQX: TOFB), a pioneer in dairy-free products since the 1980s, is excited to announce a new collaboration with fellow New Jersey-based business Greens and Grains—a fast-growing …

INVESTOR ALERT: Investigation of Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (SLNO) Announced by Holzer & Holzer, LLC
ATLANTA, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer …

Why Healthletic's First-Day Colostrum Is Revolutionizing Whole-Body Wellness: The Science Behind Nature's Original Superfood
New York, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an era where wellness enthusiasts chase the latest biohacking trends and superfood supplements, a growing number of health-conscious individuals are turning to one of nature's oldest nutritional powerhouses: …

BellRing Brands (BRBR) Faces Investor Scrutiny Amid Upcoming Retailer Destocking, Share Price Decline; BRBR Investors With Substantial Losses And Persons With Knowledge Encouraged To Contact Hagens Berman
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 6, 2025 investors in BellRing Brands, Inc. (NYSE: BRBR) saw the price of their shares decline about 19% after BellRing announced during its Q2 2025 earnings call that it anticipated Q3 2025 reduction …

Marex Group (MRX) Faces Investor Scrutiny Amid Short Seller Accusations – Hagens Berman
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On August 5, 2025, investors in Marex Group plc (NASDAQ: MRX) saw the price of their shares significantly decline in the wake of a critical short report accusing the company of engaging in an improper multi- …

Simulations Plus (SLP) Faces Investor Scrutiny After Asset Impairments and Grant Thornton Contests Company Statements About Dismissal -- Hagens Berman
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Investors in Simulations Plus, Inc. (NASDAQ: SLP) saw the price of their shares decline about 25% on July 15, 2025 after the company reported its Q3 2025 $67.3 million net loss that included a $77.2 million …