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Press releases published on June 12, 2025
Putin Urges Military Reform
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Leader Vladimir Putin on Wednesday directed that insights from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine be thoroughly incorporated into Russia’s upcoming extended state armament strategy. He emphasized the importance of aligning with international …
Haitian Police Eliminate Gang Members
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) In a major offensive lasting 48 hours, law enforcement in Haiti eliminated over 100 gang affiliates using unmanned aerial systems, as reported by local news outlets on Wednesday. The aerial assaults concentrated on gang-dominated zones throughout …
S. Korea’s President Orders Suspension of Anti-North Propaganda
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s newly sworn-in President Lee Jae-myung has ordered a suspension of anti-North Korea propaganda broadcasts along the border, signaling a move to reduce tensions and “rebuild trust” between the two Koreas. Relations between the North …
Gaza’s Internet, Phone Services Collapse Following Israeli Attacks
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Internet and phone connectivity across the Gaza Strip collapsed on Thursday following Israeli attacks targeting the region’s telecommunications infrastructure, according to the Palestinian Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. The authority …
Los Angeles migrant demonstrations outcome of Biden’s greatest error
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The recent violent migrant protests in Los Angeles have sparked a political firestorm, with critics blaming President Joe Biden’s immigration policies for allowing chaos to erupt. The riots, which began after ICE raids led to over 100 arrests, …
California Governor says Trump “want a spectacle”
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) California Governor Gavin Newsom has openly opposed President Donald Trump’s decision to send National Guard troops to Los Angeles, describing the move as deliberately provocative and cautioning that it could escalate tensions rather than calm …
Latvian Minister Steps Down Over Technical Failures in Municipal Elections
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Latvian Minister of Smart Administration and Regional Affairs Inga Berzina stepped down on Wednesday, accepting full responsibility for the technical failures that disrupted the vote-counting process during last weekend’s municipal elections. …
Foreign Investors Return to South Korean Stocks After Ten Months
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Foreign investors returned as net buyers of South Korean equities in May for the first time in 10 months, driven by optimism surrounding the new government, according to data released Thursday by the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS). In May …
Violence Spreads in Ireland After Teen Arrests
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A third successive evening of turmoil has plunged Ballymena and nearby communities into chaos, as unrest intensifies with individuals attacking law enforcement, setting vehicles ablaze, and targeting immigrant populations. The violence erupted …
Polish president-elect tells reasons for strained Ukrainian relations
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Poland’s president-elect, Karol Nawrocki, has made it clear that while Warsaw continues to back Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, that support is not unconditional and does not take precedence over Polish national interests. He emphasized that …
South Korea Attempts to Mend Ties with North
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s recently elected Leader, Lee Jae-myung, has decided to pause the anti-North Korea propaganda transmissions at the border, aiming to “rebuild trust” and alleviate strained relations. This move follows a period of deep diplomatic …
Germany prepares for war, planning Bunkers for civilians
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is speeding up efforts to enhance and modernize its civil defense facilities amid growing military build-up by NATO allies in Europe, driven by concerns over a potential direct clash with Russia, according to Ralph Tiesler, head of the …
Australian reporter gets shot with rubber bullet throughout Los Angeles demonstrations
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet while reporting on the immigration-related unrest in Los Angeles, according to both Tomasi and her employer, 9News Australia. The incident took place on Sunday near the Metropolitan …
Concerns Rise Over Iran’s Nuclear Goals
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated on Wednesday that there are "plenty of indications" pointing to Iran possibly advancing toward creating a nuclear weapon. Speaking at a Senate hearing, he responded to a question posed by Senator …
DOGE employees afraid of getting dismissed by DOGE
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Staff at the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are reportedly worried about job security amid the fallout from a public dispute between President Donald Trump and DOGE’s former leader, Elon Musk, according to The Wall Street Journal. …
Russian Court Sentences Exiled Navalny Ally
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A Russian tribunal has handed down an 18-year prison sentence in absentia to Leonid Volkov, a prominent associate of the late opposition leader Alexey Navalny. The court found Volkov guilty of forming an extremist organization, glorifying Nazism, …
Japan Resumes Russian Oil Imports
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) After a break of more than two years, Japan has restarted its importation of crude oil from Russia, a news agency reported on Thursday. The delivery was made via a tanker named Voyager, which is currently subject to sanctions imposed by both the …
IAEA says Israel threats against Iran is possible to spiral
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has cautioned that escalating threats from Israel against Iran’s nuclear facilities could spiral into a disastrous conflict. According to reports, the situation holds a …
Israel Finance Minister: beggar who makes demands
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has instructed the country’s banks to continue offering services to Israeli settlers sanctioned by the European Union, despite the legal and financial risks involved. He warned that financial institutions …
Isolation from leading economies awaits US
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A proposed US sanctions package aimed at punishing countries that continue to engage in energy trade with Russia could end up severely damaging America’s own economy and trade relationships, according to reports. The legislation, which includes a …