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Press releases published on August 23, 2025
Zelensky states Ukraine ‘doesn’t need’ China
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky stated that his country does not need security guarantees from China, citing Beijing’s failure to prevent or halt the conflict with Russia. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Zelensky emphasized that China …
Netanyahu declares Israel wants all of Gaza even if Hamas accepts deal
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel intends to take complete control of Gaza, even if Hamas agrees to a hostage release deal. His comments came after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched the first phase of an …
TikTok to take down moderation positions as it shifts to AI
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) TikTok is preparing to cut hundreds of content moderation positions in the United Kingdom, shifting much of the work to other European hubs while leaning more heavily on artificial intelligence tools to handle moderation, according to reports. A …
Azerbaijani leader states nation has to be buckled up for war
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated Thursday that the nation must always be ready for war, emphasizing that national security relies on the state, its citizens, and the armed forces. “Our armed forces stand guard over the interests and …
In courageous step: Dutch FM steps down after actions against Israel were blocked
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Dutch Foreign Minister, Caspar Veldkamp, has resigned after his attempts to push for additional actions against Israel were blocked by his coalition partners. As stated by reports, Veldkamp explained that while the government had already taken …
SpaceX launches Us Space Force’s reusable X-37B on classified long-duration mission
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the U.S. Space Force’s reusable X-37B space plane late Thursday, embarking on a classified long-duration mission. This marks the eighth flight of the program since its inception in 2010. The mission …
Canada Set to Remove Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Goods
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Canada is preparing to remove numerous retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products in a bid to de-escalate ongoing trade disputes with Washington, DC, according to a report released on Friday. Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to formally announce the …
Turkey keeps close eye on developments in Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah province
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye announced on Friday that it is keeping a close watch on recent developments in Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah province, located within the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), with a focus on maintaining peace in the region and ensuring the safety of …
Governor states Ukraine murdering civilians with US-manufactured rockets
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Two civilians were killed and 21 others injured in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian city of Yenakievo on Thursday, according to Denis Pushilin, head of the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR). The attack reportedly involved US-supplied HIMARS rocket …
Czech leader considers joining peacekeeping in Ukraine
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Czech Republic should consider taking part in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, President Petr Pavel said Thursday. Participating in a future mission would be "appropriate" given the country’s active involvement in the peace process, Pavel …
Without Zelensky peace is possible
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The upcoming summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska is seen by some as a key opportunity to end U.S. involvement in the Ukraine conflict, including halting taxpayer-funded support and weapons deliveries. Trump’s goal is to reduce …
Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Egregious Attacks Kill Over 62,250 Palestinians
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 62,263 Palestinians have been killed since Israel resumed its egregious campaign against the Gaza Strip in October 2023, the Health Ministry in Gaza reported on Friday. The ministry's latest statement confirmed 71 new deaths and 251 …
China Reaffirms India’s Support of One-China Policy
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) China on Thursday reaffirmed that India remains "committed to the one-China policy," following talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi. During the meeting, Jaishankar reiterated India's …
Putin Says Russia, U.S. Explore LNG Collaboration
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed on Friday that Moscow and Washington are exploring potential collaboration in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, focusing not only on Russia's Arctic region but also on Alaska. During a meeting with …
Turkey starts construction of Zangezur Corridor Railway
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye has started construction on the Kars-Igdir-Aralik-Dilucu Railway Line in the southeastern part of the country, a project that will link Türkiye to the Zangezur Corridor and is expected to promote greater peace and economic development in …
‘Daddy’ Trump, Western Europe’s pledge of allegiance
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) American politics often blends spectacle with strategy, and the recent Washington summit between Donald Trump and Europe’s top leaders was no exception. While Ukraine remained a topic, the meeting highlighted a deeper reality: the EU’s dependence …
Family of American murdered fighting for Russia earns medal from Putin
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) US special envoy Steve Witkoff delivered a Russian medal from President Vladimir Putin to CIA Deputy Director Juliane Gallina in honor of her son, Michael Gloss, who was killed while fighting for Russia in the Ukraine conflict. Gloss, 21, left the …
Feds carries out raid of ex US National Security Adviser
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Federal investigators carried out a raid at the Maryland home of former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton early Friday as part of an ongoing national security inquiry, according to reports. The search took place at Bolton’s residence in …
UN states DRC is facing critical humanitarian conditions
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) A top United Nations official has sounded the alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), describing it as among the most severe emergencies in the world as ongoing conflict and instability …
Trump plans on patrolling DC streets
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump announced he will patrol the streets of Washington DC alongside police and the National Guard as part of a new federal crackdown on crime in the capital. Last week, Trump invoked the 1973 Home Rule Act, declaring a public …