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Press releases published on June 30, 2025
Former Diplomat Warns of Civil Conflict in Armenia
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A continuous campaign against the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) is being orchestrated by the same Western influences that incited religious discord in Ukraine, according to former Ukrainian diplomat Andrey Telizhenko, who shared his views with a …
Spanish PM Hits Back at Trump's Tariff Threats
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Thursday responded sharply to US President Donald Trump's threats to impose higher tariffs on Spain for its refusal to allocate 5% of its GDP to defense spending. When asked about Trump's comments from the …
UN chief says UN charter is not la carte menu
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the organization's core principles are under greater threat today than at any point since its founding, as the world body marks 80 years since its charter was signed. "Today, we see …
Cambodia teams up with China to advance digital cultural industry
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Cambodia has launched a new digital platform and unveiled its first AI-generated short drama, marking a significant step toward integrating cutting-edge technology into the country’s cultural sector. The new 2025 Hi View platform, along with …
Pope Leo expresses grief over Syria church suicide bombing
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Pope Leo has expressed deep sorrow following a deadly suicide bombing that struck a Greek Orthodox church in Syria’s capital over the weekend. The attack, which occurred on Sunday at the Saint Elias Church in Damascus, left 25 people dead and more …
Laos Launches Initiative to Promote Gender Equality, Education
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Laos' Ministry of Education and Sports, in partnership with development organizations, is set to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at advancing gender equality through life skills education. The project, which will run from July 2025 to …
Russia Launches Attack on Ukrainian Defense Industry
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian troops executed a broad nighttime offensive against Ukrainian industrial targets utilizing an array of long-range weaponry and unmanned aerial vehicles, according to a statement issued on Sunday by the Defense Ministry in Moscow. Both …
Thailand's Economy Dip in May on Faltering Tourism, Manufacturing
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand's economy showed signs of slowing down in May, according to the Bank of Thailand, as tourism and manufacturing activities faltered despite a strong performance in exports. The central bank reported a dip in both foreign tourist spending …
French Gangsters Use Telegram for Contract Killings
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A clandestine criminal service identified as ‘UberKills’ is being utilized by French gang members to arrange contract killings through the messaging platform Telegram, according to a news outlet. The outlet detailed that clients liaise with a …
Thailand’s Industrial Production Climbs in May
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand's industrial output saw continued growth in May, driven by a robust expansion in automotive manufacturing, rising export demand, and the impact of government-backed economic stimulus, according to data released on Monday. The country's …
German FM says Putin wants Ukraine full surrender
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, during an unannounced visit to Kyiv, stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not interested in peace negotiations but instead aims for Ukraine’s full surrender. Speaking amid intensified Russian …
Only 8 Percent of Poles Believe Poland Can Handle War with Russia
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent survey conducted by the IBRiS market research firm has unveiled troubling insights about Poland's defense readiness. Just 8% of Poles feel the nation is adequately prepared for a potential conflict with Russia, and only 9% are confident …
Trump praises new NATO commitment to increase defense spending
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday praised a new NATO commitment to increase defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product by 2035, calling it a "monumental" achievement for the United States. "It's a monumental win for the United States, …
Gamer Gets Banned for Sharing Restricted US Jet Manual
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A player of the military simulation game War Thunder has been barred from the game's online discussion boards after uploading a page from a limited-access US fighter jet guide, according to a report by the UK Defence Journal. War Thunder, created …
U.S. Embassy in Qatar Removes Travel Ban to Al Udeid Air Base
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. Embassy in Qatar has removed travel restrictions to the Al Udeid Air Base, located near Doha, the State Department announced on Thursday. "Embassy personnel may resume normal access, and we no longer recommend limiting non-essential …
China Unveils AI Assistant in Plant Research
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese scientists have introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant specifically designed for botanical research, according to a news agency, referencing a science newspaper. Named PlantGPT, this innovation is the first extensive language …
EU Extends Russia Sanctions
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Council declared on Monday that the European Union will prolong its existing sector-based sanctions targeting Russia for another six months. In a formal announcement, the council stated: "The Council today renewed the EU restrictive …
UN Chief Warns of Collapsing Aid Budget
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) During a major international forum in Seville on Monday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a stark warning regarding the state of global assistance funding, saying foreign aid budgets have been “decimated.” He emphasized that this …
Head of Colombian criminal group gets detained in UAE
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) The head of the Colombian criminal group known as the "Border Commandos" has been captured in the United Arab Emirates, Ecuador's Interior Minister announced on Thursday. According to the statement, Roberto Carlos Alvarez Vera, originally from …
UN Chief Blasts Dramatic Drop in Aid Budgets
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a stark warning on Monday, emphasizing that foreign aid budgets have been “decimated,” describing the current crisis not just as a financial issue but one that is deeply affecting people’s lives— “ …