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Press releases published on May 21, 2025
Israeli Forces Fire at Foreign Diplomats
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli troops discharged their weapons in an apparent attempt to scare a visiting foreign diplomatic mission as it reached the entrance of the Jenin refugee camp, situated in the occupied West Bank, according to a statement made to a news agency …
Trump Meets with House Republicans to Rally Support for Tax, Spending Bill
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump met with House Republicans on Capitol Hill Tuesday, working to rally support for his sweeping spending and tax cut bill. Ahead of the closed-door meeting, Trump told reporters that he views himself as a "cheerleader" …
China, ASEAN Conclude New Free Trade Agreement
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) wrapped up negotiations on the latest version (3.0) of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area on Wednesday, as reported by a news agency. The agreement was finalized just before the 46th ASEAN …
Norway Allocates Extra USD440M for Ukraine’s Energy Sector
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Norway has committed an extra 4.5 billion Norwegian kroner (about 440 million U.S. dollars) to bolster Ukraine’s energy sector in 2025. The announcement was made during Crown Prince Haakon’s visit to Ukraine on Tuesday, where he was joined by …
Italy Calls on Israel to Cease Gaza Attacks, Allow Humanitarian Aid
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Italy reiterated its call on Israel to cease its attacks on Gaza and open the crossings to allow vital humanitarian aid to reach the besieged Palestinian territory. “I once again called on Israel to halt military operations involving civilians and …
UN Chief Warns of Growing Maritime Security Threats
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres raised concerns on Tuesday about growing dangers to maritime transportation, a critical component of global security. "Without maritime security, there can be no global security. But maritime spaces are …
Bank of Spain Sounds Alarm Over U.S. Tariffs' Economic Implications
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) The Bank of Spain has raised concerns about the economic implications of recently implemented U.S. tariffs, although it expects the overall effect to be limited. In its annual report released on Tuesday, the central bank noted that Spain remains …
Turkish President Participates in Turkic States Summit in Budapest
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Budapest on Wednesday to participate in an informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). He was received by Hungary’s Construction and Transport Minister Janos Lazar, Protocol …
Erdogan Supports TRNC's Full Integration into Turkic States Organization
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized on Wednesday that the Turkic world remains “incomplete” without the involvement of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). Speaking at an informal …
Kabul Holds Three-Day Flower, Plant Exhibition
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A vibrant three-day flower and plant exhibition took place in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Wednesday. The event, organized by the Kabul Municipality in partnership with several local flower shops, was held at Zarnagar Park in the heart of the city, …
Germany Revises Economic Forecast to Zero Growth for 2025
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Key economic advisors in Germany have revised their 2025 growth forecast down to zero from an earlier projection of 0.4 percent, according to a report released Wednesday. The report from the German Council of Economic Experts sheds light on the …
Two Die in Stabbing Incident in North Holland, Two Officers Injured
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A stabbing in Hoofddorp, North Holland, on Wednesday morning resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to two police officers, Dutch authorities reported. At approximately 6:05 a.m., police responded to a call about a disturbance at a …
FBI Shuts Down Surveillance Watchdog Amid Surveillance Law Debate
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) FBI Director Kash Patel has shut down the Office of Internal Auditing, an internal watchdog established in 2020 to oversee the use of national security surveillance, according to a media report released on Tuesday. "The elimination of the unit, …
Vietnam Announces Date for 2026 National Vote
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) The Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) has officially scheduled the next national election for March 15, 2026, as reported by a news agency on Wednesday. This election will elect deputies for the 16th NA and members of People's Councils at all …
Oil Prices See Uptick Amid Fears of Israeli Attacks on Iran
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Oil prices moved higher on Wednesday due to escalating fears of potential supply disruptions following reports that Israel may be gearing up to target Iran's nuclear sites. Brent crude, the global benchmark, was up approximately 0.67%, trading at …
Three Die as Tragic Flooding Strikes Southeastern France
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Three elderly people have tragically died as a result of floods triggered by severe thunderstorms in the Var department of southeastern France, local officials confirmed on Tuesday. The local prefecture revealed that two victims were found in the …
Trump Meets Republicans Pushing for Support on Tax
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump met privately with House Republicans on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, aiming to solidify backing for his massive spending and tax reduction initiative. This significant legislative package marks a pivotal point in his …
High Housing Prices Burden Foreign Residents in Germany
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent investigation conducted by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) highlights a notable discrepancy in rental costs between foreign residents and German nationals. The report, published on Wednesday, indicates that individuals without …
Iraq's Oil Ministry Denounces Kurdistan's Energy Agreements with U.S. Companies
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Iraq's Oil Ministry rejected recent energy agreements between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and U.S. companies, deeming them a violation of Iraqi law. In a statement, the ministry asserted that the deals, valued at billions …
EU Approves Defense Loan Plan
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) As part of an increasing drive for Europe to enhance its own defense capabilities, the European Union member states have reached a consensus on a substantial EURO150 billion (USD170 billion) loan initiative. This financial package is designed to …