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Press releases published on May 15, 2025
Open dialogue held at National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) An open dialogue event titled “The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global Growth” was held at the National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow, focusing on emerging economic power centers and BRICS' growing role in the global economy. Maxim Oreshkin, …
Attack by RSF Triggers Blackout in Sudan
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Sudan's national power company reported on Wednesday night that two energy facilities were hit in a drone strike allegedly carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The incident resulted in fires and a significant power failure affecting …
Russian army demolishes Ukrainian T-72
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) The Russian Ministry of Defense has released a video showing the destruction of a Ukrainian T-72 tank in the Kharkov Region. The tank, identified by Russian aerial reconnaissance systems, was filmed moving down a dirt road. The footage, captured …
US state press reports Trump abandoning Ukraine election demand
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is no longer pressing Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to hold new elections, despite his official term ending in May 2024, according to U.S.-funded media outlet Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), which cited European …
Fire Breaks Out in Central Singapore Building; Two Hospitalized
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) A fire broke out in a residential building in central Singapore on Wednesday night, leading to two people being hospitalized and around 30 others evacuated, the Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) reported on Thursday. Firefighters responded to …
UK Industrial Production Falls in March 2025
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) UK industrial production decreased by 0.7 percent month-over-month in March 2025, a sharper drop than anticipated, as per the latest official data released on Thursday. This downturn followed an upwardly adjusted increase of 1.7 percent in …
Zelensky Defends Talks with Russia Despite Law Ban
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Leader Vladimir Zelensky has asserted that a legislation he inked—prohibiting dialogue with Russia—does not personally restrict him. This declaration follows his recent appeal for a face-to-face encounter with Russian President Vladimir …
Trump Wants to End Russia, Ukraine War
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Thursday that Leader Donald Trump is eager to see the Russia-Ukraine war come to a close and is optimistic about advancing discussions with both countries in the near future. Emphasizing the importance …
China-UK Forum Spotlights AI Innovation, Charts Collaborative Path
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) At the 2025 Sino-UK Entrepreneur Forum on Wednesday, participants lauded China's rapid progress in artificial intelligence (AI) and discussed the vast potential for enhanced collaboration between the two nations. Co-hosted by The 48 Group in the …
NATO Strengthens Support for Ukraine, Enhances Defense Strategy
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO's top military leaders reaffirmed their strong commitment to Ukraine and bolstered their focus on strengthening the alliance's defense capabilities during the 193rd Military Committee in Chiefs of Defense Session in Brussels on Wednesday. The …
Qatar, Iran in hopes to alien with Trump wishes
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, as talks carry on amidst what US Leader Donald Trump referred to as a "perilous situation," he said that he hopes Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani can help broker a nuclear deal with Iran. Mentioning al-Thani during a state …
Russia, Ukraine Prepare for Peace Talks
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Late Wednesday, Russian Leader Vladimir Putin announced the official representatives for the anticipated discussions with Ukraine, which are likely to occur in Istanbul the following day. Leading the delegation is presidential aide Vladimir …
Macron declares country unable to provide Ukraine with any additional weapons
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that France can no longer provide additional military aid to Ukraine, as the country has exhausted its available resources. In an interview broadcast on TF1, Macron defended France’s support for Ukraine, …
Lula Presses Putin to Join Istanbul Peace Talks
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian Leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has expressed his intention to encourage Russian President Vladimir Putin to take part directly in upcoming peace discussions regarding the Ukraine crisis. These negotiations are anticipated to occur in …
Kennedy Clarifies Musk’s Role Amid HHS Staff Cuts, Restructuring
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed questions about Elon Musk's involvement in the department, clarifying that Musk’s role was strictly advisory and that he maintained the final authority …
Indian ambassador claims Pakistan was compelled to ask for ceasefire
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar has stated that Pakistan was compelled to request a ceasefire following four days of intense hostilities, attributing the outcome to India’s firm stance against terrorism and its robust military response. In …
Russia, Ukraine ready to engage in direct peace talks
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) For the first time in over three years, Russia and Ukraine are set to engage in direct peace talks, scheduled for Thursday in Istanbul, Türkiye’s largest city. Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the formation of a negotiating team, …
New completely Russian-manufactured airliner successfully conducts examination flight
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s new MC-21 airliner, constructed with entirely Russian-made components, successfully completed its first test flight, according to state-run Rostec. The flight marks the beginning of factory fine-tuning tests for the single-aisle jet. This …
Taiwan Tracks Unprecedented Chinese Military Operations
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan reported Thursday that it has been closely monitoring Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels around its territory over the past 48 hours. The Ministry of National Defense confirmed it tracked 29 Chinese military aircraft sorties, nine …
Trump anticipates ‘good news’ from Russia-Ukraine discussions
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May 15, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about the upcoming direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, set to take place in Istanbul on Thursday. These would be the first face-to-face talks between the two nations since the conflict …