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Press releases published on May 17, 2025

Syria Regains World Bank Eligibility as Financial Barriers Fall
(MENAFN) Syria has regained its eligibility for World Bank funding after Saudi Arabia and Qatar settled the nation's $15.5 million debt to the institution, the bank announced on Friday. The outstanding payments, owed to the International Development …

Fatal Bus-Truck Collision in Peru Claims Lives
(MENAFN) A tragic road accident in the southern Peruvian city of Azangaro, within the Puno department, resulted in the deaths of at least eight individuals late Thursday, according to local news reports on Friday. The collision between a minibus and a …

European Powers Pledge Support for Moldova's Democratic Path, Resilience
(MENAFN) Top European leaders have reiterated their commitment to supporting Moldova's democratic path and resilience. Following a meeting with Moldovan President Maia Sandu at the European Political Community summit in Albania on Friday, key figures from …

Turkey holds discussions on Russia, Ukraine ceasefire
(MENAFN) Reaching a conclusion on Friday, top level peace negotiations held by turkey within expansive attempts to settle the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reported in his Introductory speech to the delegations …

Ukraine, Russia Reach Landmark Prisoner-of-War Exhange Accord
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced Friday that Kyiv and Moscow have reached an accord for the most extensive prisoner-of-war exchange since the beginning of their conflict. Speaking to reporters in Istanbul, Umerov underscored that …

UK Economy Outperforms Forecasts with Strong First Quarter Growth
(MENAFN) New data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Thursday revealed that the UK economy has outperformed market forecasts, experiencing a robust 0.7 percent increase in GDP during the first quarter of 2025. This positive result …

S. Korea Pushes Washington to Scrap Extra Tariffs
(MENAFN) South Korea has renewed its appeal to the United States, urging President Trump's administration to eliminate additional tariffs imposed on the East Asian nation. Seoul's renewed pressure comes as the country navigates a period of political …

Iran, EU Officials Discuss Nuclear Talks in Istanbul
(MENAFN) Iranian and European representatives convened on Friday in Istanbul to review the condition of Iran’s atomic activities and explore strategies to avoid heightened tensions. This dialogue occurred at the Iranian Consulate General in the Turkish …

Trump Warns Iran Over Nuclear Offer
(MENAFN) U.S. Leader Donald Trump stated on Friday that Iran has been presented with a nuclear agreement by the United States, cautioning that “something bad” could occur if swift action is not taken. Speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One upon his …

Afghanistan, Russia Forge Deal across Several Sectors
(MENAFN) Afghanistan and Russia have formalized their intent to collaborate across several key sectors, signing five memoranda of understanding on Friday. The agreements, spanning transportation, commerce, and energy exploration, were reached during a …

Iran, EU Officials Discuss Nuclear Talks in Istanbul
(MENAFN) Iranian and European representatives convened on Friday in Istanbul to review the condition of Iran’s atomic activities and explore strategies to avoid heightened tensions. This dialogue occurred at the Iranian Consulate General in the Turkish …

Israeli Strikes Kill Over 100 Palestinians in Gaza within 12 Hours
(MENAFN) Palestinian officials reported a devastating surge in casualties in the northern Gaza Strip following intense Israeli attacks over the past half-day. The Civil Defense in Gaza stated on Friday that the Palestinian death toll from these strikes had …

UN Report Reveals 295M Grapple with Acute Food Insecurity
(MENAFN) A recent report issued by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and its collaborators reveals a concerning trend: global food insecurity and malnutrition continued their upward trajectory in 2024. The report indicates that a …

BBAI SHAREHOLDER NEWS: Investors of BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. Securities are Reminded of the June 10 Class Action Deadline -- Contact BFA Law (NYSE:BBAI)
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti …

VTRS SHAREHOLDER NEWS: Investors of Viatris Inc. Securities are Reminded of the June 3 Class Action Deadline -- Contact BFA Law (NASDAQ:VTRS)
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti …

CIVI SHAREHOLDER NEWS: Investors of Civitas Resources, Inc. Securities are Reminded of the July 1 Class Action Deadline -- Contact BFA Law (NYSE:CIVI)
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti …

ELV SHAREHOLDER NEWS: Investors of Elevance Health, Inc. Securities are Reminded of the July 11 Class Action Deadline -- Contact BFA Law (NYSE:ELV)
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti …

CODI SHAREHOLDER NEWS: Investors of Compass Diversified Holdings Securities are Reminded of the July 8 Class Action Deadline -- Contact BFA Law (NYSE:CODI)
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti …

ORINA Successfully Held Its $ORI Presale on May 15th, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Summary: ORINA, a top-tier decentralized platform, successfully held the presale of its native token, $ORI, at 8:00 PM on May 15th, 2025. The presale was designed to empower farmers, consumers, and agricultural stakeholders through cutting-edge technology …

Best Non-GamStop Casinos UK – Aztec Paradise Picked as Best
SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Some players feel restricted by GamStop and seek alternatives. That’s where non-GamStop casinos come into play. These non UK casinos cater to players who have opted out of GamStop, offering a different …