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Press releases published on June 16, 2025
Brutal ambush in Sudan kills five UN aid workers
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) A brutal ambush in Sudan late Monday left at least five United Nations aid workers dead and several others wounded after armed militants opened fire on a humanitarian convoy, according to official statements. The convoy, jointly managed by UNICEF …
Second Contingent of South African Peacekeepers Pull Out of DR Congo
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The second contingent of South African peacekeepers left the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday and arrived safely at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Pretoria, local media confirmed. The South African Defence Force previously announced that the …
Russia’s Trade Grows Despite Sanctions
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia's overseas trade has expanded significantly when compared to levels seen before the Ukraine war intensified, even with extensive Western restrictions in place, according to a recent analysis by the German Economic Institute. In 2022, …
Iran Prolongs Flight Ban Through Tuesday
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) revealed on Monday that it has prolonged the halt on all flights entering and leaving the country until early Tuesday, attributing the move to “special circumstances” and the imperative of safeguarding both …
Erdogan asks Iraq not to interfere with Israel-Iran conflict
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday urged Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani to avoid involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict during a phone call, according to a statement from the Turkish Presidency. Erdogan stressed that …
Turkey, UK Discuss Israel, Iran War
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a telephone conversation with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy to address the intensifying hostilities between Israel and Iran, according to information from the Turkish Foreign Ministry on Sunday. …
Romania’s Airline Prolongs Flight Suspensions to Tel Aviv, Beirut, Amman
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Romania’s national airline, has prolonged the suspension of flights to three Middle Eastern cities due to persistent regional turmoil and escalating security risks. Flights to Tel Aviv (TLV) will remain grounded until June 23, with return services …
Iraq threatens US if decides to participate in Iran-Israel conflict
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) An Iran-aligned Iraqi armed faction has issued a stark warning to the United States, threatening retaliation if Washington takes part in the ongoing military conflict between Israel and Iran, according to reports. Kataib Hezbollah’s leader, Abu …
Egyptian FM warns of escalation of regional conflict
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Amid mounting instability in the Middle East, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate phone conversations on Sunday with two senior US officials to address the rapidly deteriorating situation in the region, according to reports from …
Jordanian FM urges international community to keep spotlight on Gaza
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Jordanian FM urges international community to keep spotlight on Gaza Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, in a phone conversation with Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, stressed the urgent need for the international community to keep …
Israel Reports Iran Launched 370 Missiles Since June 13
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Since June 13, Iran has launched 370 ballistic missiles targeting Israeli territory, according to a statement issued Monday by the Israeli Prime Minister’s Press Office. The release indicated that missile strikes have hit 30 different areas, …
UK Launches Probe into Grooming Gangs
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) British Premier Keir Starmer has authorized a countrywide investigation into how officials handled the long-standing grooming gangs abuse controversy. This move represents a reversal in stance, as his administration had previously dismissed …
Trump Directs Mass Deportation Push
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US Commander in Chief Donald Trump has directed federal officers to sharply escalate the expulsion of undocumented immigrants from Democratic run municipalities after unrest engulfed Los Angeles. Posting on his Truth Social network Sunday night, …
Putin Sends Birthday Wishes to Xi
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Head of State Vladimir Putin conveyed birthday salutations to Chinese President Xi Jinping, who has turned 72, as per a declaration from Kremlin representative Dmitry Peskov. “The president wished his Chinese counterpart and friend all the …
Sudan’s FM accuses Ukraine of being proxy for West
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) A Sudanese Foreign Ministry representative has accused Ukraine of acting as a proxy for Western powers by supporting militant groups responsible for attacks in several African nations. In an interview given Saturday, Muhammad Al-Sirr claimed that …
Israel enforces closure in West Bank paralyzing Palestinians
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Palestinian life throughout the West Bank has come to a standstill for the third day in a row, as Israeli forces enforce a sweeping closure across the territory in response to rising regional tensions, according to reports. The Israeli military …
Rattlesnake visits home in Arizona
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The rattlesnake hotline call handler had a question. Could Christa Reinach see whether the 3ft-long (1m) snake, currently stretched out on her patio, had black and white bands on its tail? "Yes," said Reinach, eyeing the creature through her …
Ex-South African leader says US's help is not wanted
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Former South African leader Jacob Zuma has criticized current President Cyril Ramaphosa for seeking assistance from the United States, arguing that international interference poses a threat to the country’s independence. Speaking to supporters of …
Conflict-torn Sudan commands evacuation of nationals from Iran
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Sudan’s transitional government has called for the immediate evacuation of its nationals from Iran following Israeli airstrikes that have intensified the conflict in the region. The order was issued by Prime Minister Kamil Idriss on Saturday …
Russia, Ukraine Finalize Fifth Swap of Deceased Soldiers
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Ukraine announced on Monday the completion of a fifth exchange of deceased soldiers, part of the agreements forged during recent direct negotiations in Istanbul. According to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry, Moscow …