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Press releases published on June 11, 2025
US, UAE Officials Convene in Washington
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan in Washington, D.C., for a series of high-level discussions aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two nations. Rubio …
Japan seeks common ground with US on tariffs
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan’s top negotiator, Economic Revitalization Minister Ryosei Akazawa, acknowledged that Tokyo and Washington have “yet to find common ground” on tariffs following discussions with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary …
UK vows 100,000 additional drones for Kiev
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Kingdom has pledged to deliver 100,000 additional drones to Ukraine by April 2026, following up on the 10,000 UAVs it sent last year. The announcement aligns with the UK’s newly released Strategic Defense Review, which outlines plans to …
Hungary claims Ukraine will ‘suck up every euro’ as EU member
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has reiterated his opposition to Ukraine’s potential EU membership, warning that admitting Kiev into the bloc would place a severe financial burden on European nations. He accused Brussels of pushing for …
Moscow accuses Ukraine of obstructing peace discussions
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin confirmed on Monday that Russia remains dedicated to honoring the agreements reached with Ukraine during their recent talks in Istanbul, emphasizing that Moscow consistently fulfills its obligations, unlike its counterpart. At a press …
Brazil`s Lula claims Biden stated ‘Russia should be destroyed’
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva revealed in an interview with Le Monde that former US President Joe Biden expressed a desire to see Russia “destroyed” during his tenure. Lula, who has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution …
U.S. Stocks Climb as U.S.-China Talks Signal Possible Deal
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. stocks ended Tuesday in positive territory, buoyed by optimism surrounding high-stakes trade negotiations between the United States and China in London. The S…
Madleen sails to Gaza as government’s fatal failure to take action
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) A German volunteer aboard the Madleen, a vessel seeking to break the Israeli blockade and deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, stated on Sunday that their presence is driven by frustration with their governments’ ongoing support for what she …
Trump envoy states Ukraine’s attacks on Russian airfields possibly to cause escalation
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian airbases hosting strategic bombers have significantly heightened the risk of escalation in the ongoing conflict, according to Keith Kellogg, special envoy for former U.S. President Donald Trump. Over the weekend, …
Media reports Pentagon rebranding ‘gay’ US warship
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The Pentagon is reportedly planning to rename the USNS Harvey Milk, a Navy ship named after the iconic gay rights activist and Navy veteran, as part of former President Donald Trump’s broader effort to eliminate references to diversity, equity, …
EU plans on discussing increasing departure of Ukrainian immigrants
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) EU member states are set to debate the future of millions of Ukrainian immigrants currently residing in the bloc at an upcoming Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting scheduled for June 12–13, Euractiv reported Wednesday. The discussions will …
Russia Announces Future Talks with US
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov declared on Tuesday that a third session of Russian-American discussions is expected to occur in the near term. Although a precise timeline has not yet been determined, Ryabkov, speaking to …
EU structure rewards high representatives for failure
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) In what some see as a reward for failure, former German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has been nominated to serve as the next President of the United Nations General Assembly, despite criticism of her diplomatic record and public missteps. …
Musk describes Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ as pork-filled disgusting abomination
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Tech billionaire and former White House efficiency czar Elon Musk has harshly criticized US President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful” tax bill, calling it an overspending “disgusting abomination.” The bill, which narrowly passed the House last week …
Pentagon director skips major Ukraine meeting
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will not attend the upcoming Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in Brussels on Wednesday, marking the first time a sitting Pentagon chief has missed the gathering. The Pentagon confirmed his absence, …
UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon Face Assault
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL, strongly denounced an assault against its team while conducting a routine patrol in the southern part of the country. According to the mission’s statement, peacekeepers …
Former Trump adviser demands seizure of US senator’s passport
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon has called for US Senator Lindsey Graham to be jailed or have his passport revoked, accusing him of escalating the Ukraine conflict. Bannon’s remarks came after Graham, together with Senator Richard Blumenthal, …
WFP Calls for International Support as Sudan Edges Toward Famine
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The World Food Program (WFP) issued an urgent appeal on Tuesday for increased international assistance in Sudan, where a civil war that erupted in 2023 continues to devastate the nation. The agency warned that famine is nearing in several regions, …
UN human rights head disapproves of US sanctions on ICC judges
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, UN human rights chief Volker Turk expressed deep concern over the US government's recent decision to sanction four International Criminal Court (ICC) judges. “Attacks against judges for performance of their judicial functions, at …
UK issues warning to take legal actions against Russian tycoon
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The UK government has warned Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich that it may initiate legal proceedings if he does not authorize the transfer of £2.5 billion ($3.4 billion) from the sale of Chelsea Football Club to support Ukraine. The warning …