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Press releases published on June 18, 2025
Germany’s Economic Sentiment See Sharp Rise
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s outlook for the economy improved significantly in June, as shown by a 22.3-point increase from the previous month, bringing the ZEW Indicator of Economic Sentiment to 47.5, based on figures released Tuesday. The German Center for …
Thousands of Iranians Rally to Back Nation’s Leadership
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Bold show of public support unfolded Tuesday night in Tehran as thousands of Iranians converged on Palestine Square to rally behind the nation’s leaders and military response to Israel. The demonstration was held in close proximity to the home of …
Zelensky pleads for G7 Leaders in hopes of stopping war
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an impassioned plea Tuesday for leaders of the G7 to keep pressure on Russia to end the war on Ukraine. And he did so in graphic detail, describing an attack Monday in Kyiv that unleashed 440 drones and …
Russian analyst states Ukraine’s drone strikes highlight ongoing nature of conflict with Russia
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) According to Russian foreign policy analyst Fyodor Lukyanov, Ukraine’s recent drone strikes highlight the ongoing nature of the conflict with Russia and reinforce Moscow’s core stance — that military force remains central to negotiations. Writing …
Iranian Missile Barrage Strikes Israel, Ignites Fires
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) A series of missile strikes, believed to be launched from Iran, hit multiple sites across Israel, igniting fires and damaging a building after Israeli air defenses reportedly failed to stop the attack. Israeli Army Radio confirmed that several …
Russia prohibits British Council
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has officially banned the British Council, accusing the UK-based organization of promoting LGBTQ content and working against Russian state interests. The announcement came from the Prosecutor General’s Office on Thursday, which alleged that …
Erdogan states Israel attacks on Iran “reached the point of banditry”
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye has consistently championed resolving the issue of Iran’s nuclear program through dialogue and negotiations, a position reaffirmed by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, Erdogan emphasized that …
Qatar Warns of Rising Oil Prices
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Qatar has issued a warning that Israeli assaults on Iranian energy infrastructure could have serious repercussions on global oil markets. In a media briefing held in Doha on Tuesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari labeled the …
US Embassy in Israel Closes
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Israel announced it will remain shut from Wednesday until Friday due to the deteriorating "security situation," as revealed by the State Department on Tuesday. "This includes the Consular Sections in Jerusalem and Tel …
Gazanias refugee camps, tents, aid seekers aren’t safe from Israel
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 63 Palestinians were killed, including many individuals seeking food, and hundreds more wounded in new Israeli attacks across Gaza on Tuesday, according to medics. The Health Ministry reported that 51 people died and over 200 were injured …
N-Korea plans to send off thousands of personnel to Russia
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) North Korea is preparing to send a significant number of military personnel to Russia’s Kursk Region in support of post-conflict recovery operations, according to a senior Russian official. Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu …
Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Strikes Kill Thirty-Two More Palestinians
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Medical sources and eyewitnesses report that Israeli forces killed at least 32 Palestinians and injured dozens more in a series of airstrikes and gunfire across Gaza on Wednesday. Among the fatalities were 11 Palestinians gathered near the …
Xi denounces Israel attacks on Iran
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, China’s President Xi Jinping held Israel responsible for the recent sharp increase in tensions across the Middle East, linking it directly to Israeli military operations targeting Iran. During a discussion with Uzbek President Shavkat …
Japanese PM Says U.S. Tariffs “Severely Impact” Automakers
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has expressed strong concerns over the damaging effects of US tariffs on Japanese companies, particularly automakers, media reported. His comments followed a G7 summit meeting in Canada with US President …
Trump Org issues golden smartphone
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) The Trump Organization has introduced a new mobile phone service and device, launching a gold-colored smartphone under the brand “Trump Mobile.” Announced Monday, this venture is the latest in a series of branded products from the company tied to …
Trump doesn’t disclose details of Netanyahu’s phone call
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, confirmed by a White House official on Tuesday. No further details about the conversation were released immediately. This call followed a Situation Room …
Georgian government plans to transfer responsibilities of pro-Western media center to its Foreign Ministry
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) The Georgian government plans to transfer the responsibilities of a pro-Western media center to its Foreign Ministry, signaling a shift in its approach to promoting NATO and EU integration. The Information Center on NATO and EU, established in …
Iran Says It Shot Down Israeli F-35 Stealth Fighter Near Tehran
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) An Iranian official asserted on Wednesday that an Israeli F-35 stealth fighter was downed close to Tehran’s outskirts. Hossein Abbasi, governor of Varamin district south of the capital, informed local media that the jet crashed in the area. “An …
Austria calls for second look on prohibition of Russian gas
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) Austria has suggested that the European Union should consider the possibility of resuming Russian gas imports once a peace agreement is reached between Moscow and Kiev, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. The Austrian energy ministry …
South Korea, Japan Forge Cooperation with U.S.
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea and Japan have committed to bolstering their collaborative efforts with the United States to address escalating geopolitical challenges, particularly those posed by North Korea, according to local reports on Wednesday. This consensus …