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Press releases published on June 14, 2025

Russia Tests Advanced Laser Weapons
(MENAFN) Russia recently carried out extensive evaluations of its new laser-based systems intended to neutralize unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), with First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov present during the demonstrations, according to authorities on …

France Vows to Support Israel Amid Iran Conflict
(MENAFN) French head of state Emmanuel Macron declared on Friday that his country would stand by Israel if it comes under assault from Iran. Should Iran retaliate against Israel, France, taking into account "its assets" and if circumstances allow, is …

Israeli Attacks on Iran Kill 18
(MENAFN) A minimum of 18 individuals lost their lives and 35 others sustained injuries on Friday during renewed Israeli bombardments in Iran’s northeastern region of East Azerbaijan, state-controlled media announced. “At least 18 people killed, 35 injured …

Iran Responds to Israel with Missile Barrage
(MENAFN) Iran commenced its reprisal for Israeli assaults on its atomic and defense installations on Friday night, as Israel's armed forces reported detecting rockets heading toward the nation. “The Iranian attack is ongoing. Dozens of additional missiles …

EU Reach Forty Years of Schengen Agreement
(MENAFN) As the European Union commemorates four decades since the inception of the Schengen Agreement, it is encountering rising criticism regarding the increasing reinstatement of internal frontiers among Schengen nations — sparking debates about the …

U.S. Supports Israel in Missile Defense Efforts
(MENAFN) In a response to earlier aggression, Iran initiated a retaliatory missile assault on Israel late Friday, with the United States aiding in intercepting the projectiles, an American representative confirmed that same day. "I can confirm that the US …

Vietnam Becomes "Partner Country" in BRICS
(MENAFN) Vietnam has officially joined the BRICS coalition of leading developing nations as a "partner country," according to a statement released by Brazil's government on Friday. “The government of Brazil welcomes the decision of the Vietnamese …

Hakan Fidan Urges Advancing Trump, Iran Talks
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized on Friday that continuing the diplomatic track initiated by United States Leader Donald Trump regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions is the "only way" to defuse the ongoing crisis. Fidan was speaking …

Casualties in Iran, Israel Missile Attacks Rise
(MENAFN) The number of fatalities from Iran's retaliatory missile attacks on Israel has climbed to three, while 91 individuals sustained injuries, according to Israeli press sources. A woman, initially wounded during Iran's first wave of missile launches, …

France Confirms Commitment to Palestinian Statehood
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot restated on Friday France's firm resolve to formally acknowledge the State of Palestine. Barrot declared that France would "uphold the rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination by recognizing …

Russia Offers Mediation Between Israel, Iran
(MENAFN) On Friday, Leader Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is open to acting as a neutral intermediary between Israel and Iran in order to help avoid additional conflict following a series of Israeli aerial assaults on Iranian soil, according to the …

Belgian Officials Demand Israeli Flag Removal
(MENAFN) Belgian lawmakers on Friday demanded the Israeli flag be taken down from Antwerp’s city hall, arguing its presence is inappropriate during Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza. Peter Mertens of the leftist Labour Party (PVDA) and Kathleen …

US Consumer Confidence Index Sees June Upswing
(MENAFN) US consumer optimism strengthened notably in June, as the University of Michigan's index increased to 60.5, well above the anticipated 53.5. Previously at 52.2 in May, the benchmark jumped 8.3 points, indicating enhanced morale among US shoppers. …

Boat Disaster in DR Congo Leaves Over 50 Dead
(MENAFN) At least 52 individuals have been officially declared deceased, with many others still unaccounted for, following the overturning of two passenger vessels on Lake Tumba in the western region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, authorities …

Esports Takes Over as Future of Sports
(MENAFN) Imagine a world where, two decades from now, traditional athletic contests like football or basketball—held on physical playing fields—are viewed as outdated remnants of the past. While conventional sports have dominated international attention …

Gold Prices Surge Amid Israel, Iran Attacks
(MENAFN) The value of gold climbed significantly on Friday in response to escalating military tensions between Israel and Iran. Israel launched a military campaign in the early hours of Friday, striking Iran's atomic and defense installations, resulting in …

Iran Says Radiation Contained After Natanz Attack
(MENAFN) A representative from Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (AEO) revealed on Friday that traces of radioactive pollution were found within the Natanz nuclear complex—Iran’s most significant atomic site situated in the central province of Isfahan— …

Israel Shuts Global Embassies After Iran Attack
(MENAFN) After carrying out a significant offensive against Iran, Israel has opted to shut down its diplomatic missions internationally and has urged its nationals to exercise caution and refrain from displaying "Jewish or Israeli symbols" in public areas, …

Bitcoin Dips Amid Iran, Israel Tensions
(MENAFN) The value of Bitcoin, which had been nearing all-time highs recently, declined amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. The leading digital asset, which had touched USD110,000 within the past ten days, dropped by 0.8 percent over the …

Iran’s UN Ambassador Blames US
(MENAFN) Iran’s representative to the United Nations on Friday condemned Israel’s assaults on its nuclear installations, labeling it a "direct consequence of the case of inaction on double standards" and accusing the United States of involvement. During an …