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Press releases published on June 12, 2025
Colombia presidential candidate in critical condition after he gets shot
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Colombian senator and presidential contender Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot in the head during a political event in Bogota on Saturday, leaving him in critical condition. The 39-year-old politician, affiliated with the right-leaning Democratic …
Russia's New U.S. Envoy Holds “Very Constructive” Meeting with Trump
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s recently appointed ambassador to the United States, Aleksandr Darchiev, held a short but “very constructive” meeting with President Donald Trump on Wednesday after formally submitting his diplomatic credentials at the White House. The …
UK government priorities are showcased in protests in London
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Saturday, thousands gathered in central London to voice their opposition to the UK government’s growing focus on militarization at the cost of vital social services. The protest, led by the People’s Assembly, kicked off around noon at Portland …
Putin Says Russia Has Best Nuclear Weapons
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) During a government session dedicated to the national armament strategy on Wednesday, Leader Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia holds the most sophisticated nuclear weaponry on the planet. He stated that this advanced arsenal secures the nation …
Politicians, public opinions differ regarding Russia in the EU- Brussels
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Fernand Kartheiser, a Member of the European Parliament from Luxembourg who was recently expelled from his parliamentary group following a trip to Moscow, has described the atmosphere in Brussels toward Russia as bordering on “war hysteria.” …
Poland’s Prime Minister Secures Crucial Confidence Vote
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk successfully secured a vote of confidence in the Sejm on Wednesday, garnering 243 votes in favor against 210 opposing, with no deputies abstaining. This vote came amid intense political tensions, aiming to …
Rubio Marks Russia Day with Message of Cooperation
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended congratulations to the Russian people on Russia Day, underscoring the United States’ commitment to fostering “constructive engagement” with Moscow. In an official statement, Rubio conveyed, "On behalf of …
Rubio Extends Russia Day Greetings
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended congratulations to the citizens of Russia in honor of Russia Day, highlighting America's ongoing commitment to "constructive engagement" with Moscow. In a formal message, Rubio remarked, "On behalf of …
Fulbright Board Steps Down, Citing Interference by Trump Administration
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) All 12 members of the board that governs the Fulbright Program resigned on Wednesday, citing what they described as political interference by the Trump administration in the process of selecting scholarship recipients for the esteemed …
Lavrov proposes relocating UN HQ
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has proposed relocating the United Nations headquarters from New York City to the Russian resort city of Sochi, reviving a decades-old idea originally put forward by Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. Speaking at …
Ozempic is found to cause kidney cancer, blindness
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A European health authority has found that medications containing semaglutide—such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus—can significantly raise the risk of a rare eye disorder that may lead to sudden blindness. According to findings from the European …
US senator states Zelensky realizes his loss
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has warned that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky is deliberately trying to escalate the conflict with Russia by drawing NATO into the war—an action the senator believes could trigger a global catastrophe. …
Japan Restarts Russian Crude Oil Imports After Over Two Years
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) After more than two years of suspension, Japan has restarted imports of Russian crude oil, receiving a shipment transported by a tanker currently under sanctions from the U.S. and EU, according to a report by local media outlet on Thursday. Ship- …
Journalist Gets Sentenced for Working with Russian Media
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) An Estonian judicial body has handed down a six-year prison term to journalist Svetlana Burtseva, following her conviction for treason and violating Western-imposed restrictions. A national broadcaster conveyed the court's decision on Wednesday. …
Pentagon plans on positioning US Marines to California
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The Pentagon is deploying about 700 active-duty Marines from the 1st Marine Division to assist in controlling riots in Los Angeles triggered by arrests of suspected illegal immigrants. These Marines will help protect federal personnel and property …
Macron Urges Social Media Ban for Minors
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) French Leader Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will implement restrictions preventing children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms "within a few months," unless the European Union takes unified measures. His comments …
Telegram director criticizes France’s ‘unprecedented’ case against him
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has condemned the criminal charges brought against him by French authorities, describing the case as unfair and without merit. In a recent interview with journalist Tucker Carlson, Durov said he’s being wrongly targeted …
Media reports former British Premier threatening ICC on Israel
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron reportedly warned the International Criminal Court (ICC) against pursuing arrest warrants for Israeli officials, threatening to cut funding and withdraw the UK from the court’s founding treaty, the Rome …
UPB Warns Climate Change Could Slash Italy’s GDP
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Climate change could slash Italy’s GDP by more than 5% by 2050 unless current environmental policies are strengthened, the Parliamentary Budget Office (UPB) warned on Wednesday. In its annual report, the UPB highlighted Italy’s particular exposure …
Kremlin Warns Against EU’s Sanctions on Russian Oil
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has issued a warning that the European Commission's initiative to further reduce the price ceiling on Russian oil exports could heighten uncertainty across global energy markets. This caution was voiced by Dmitry Peskov, a …