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Press releases published on June 16, 2025

Zuma says Trump is loudmouth, who just wants to talk
(MENAFN) According to reports, former South African President Jacob Zuma firmly rejected allegations of genocide in South Africa, directing harsh criticism at US President Donald Trump for making such claims. During a press conference held in Durban, Zuma …

Trump Commands Massive Deportations of Undocumented Migrants
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has commanded federal immigration authorities to significantly intensify deportations of undocumented migrants from Democrat-controlled urban centers following recent unrest in Los Angeles. On Sunday night, Trump took to …

NATO Gets Accused of Forcing LGBTQ
(MENAFN) The LGBTQ “ideology” is allegedly “being force-fed to Moldovans” by NATO, according to Stevan Gajic, who stated that the military alliance has applied comparable strategies in other Eastern European regions previously. Gajic, a scholar …

Russian private military company announces withdrawal from Mali
(MENAFN) Russian private military company (PMC) Wagner Group announced the end of its mission in Mali on Thursday, saying its fighters have completed their objectives and are returning home. Wagner operatives have reportedly been active there since 2021, …

Israel Claims Air Supremacy Over Tehran
(MENAFN) Israel initiated a fresh round of assaults on Iran’s heartland on Monday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserting “The Israeli Air Force has full control over the skies of Tehran,” during remarks at Tel Nof Airbase near Rehovot in central …

U.S. Scraps Upcoming Round of Russia Talks
(MENAFN) Moscow announced Monday that the upcoming session of bilateral diplomatic consultations with Washington has been scrapped—an action attributed to the United States. In a written statement, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova …

OHCHR reports findings of dozens of dead bodies in Libya
(MENAFN) The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has reported the discovery of mass graves containing dozens of bodies in detention centers across Libya, urging an independent investigation into what it described as “grim findings.” The announcement on …

Africa voices interest to deepen tech sphere with Russia
(MENAFN) At the Global Digital Forum in Nizhny Novgorod, African representatives voiced a clear interest in forging closer partnerships with Russia in artificial intelligence and digital innovation. The gathering, which began on Thursday, brought together …

IAEA Chief Warns About Nuclear Safety
(MENAFN) The intensifying military confrontation between Israel and Iran is elevating the danger of potential radioactive leaks and is hindering international attempts to stop the spread of nuclear arms, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency ( …

Brutal ambush in Sudan kills five UN aid workers
(MENAFN) A brutal ambush in Sudan late Monday left at least five United Nations aid workers dead and several others wounded after armed militants opened fire on a humanitarian convoy, according to official statements. The convoy, jointly managed by UNICEF …

Second Contingent of South African Peacekeepers Pull Out of DR Congo
(MENAFN) The second contingent of South African peacekeepers left the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday and arrived safely at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Pretoria, local media confirmed. The South African Defence Force previously announced that the …

Russia’s Trade Grows Despite Sanctions
(MENAFN) Russia's overseas trade has expanded significantly when compared to levels seen before the Ukraine war intensified, even with extensive Western restrictions in place, according to a recent analysis by the German Economic Institute. In 2022, …

Briskman Briskman & Greenberg Urges Caution for Motorists as Summer Motorcycle Accidents Rise in Illinois
Chicago, Illinois – As summer approaches, the frequency of motorcycle accidents tends to increase, raising concerns about the safety of riders on Illinois roads. Briskman Briskman …

Iran Prolongs Flight Ban Through Tuesday
(MENAFN) Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) revealed on Monday that it has prolonged the halt on all flights entering and leaving the country until early Tuesday, attributing the move to “special circumstances” and the imperative of safeguarding both …

Syrian families get evacuated from al-Hol camp in Syria
(MENAFN) A humanitarian operation on Sunday facilitated the departure of dozens of displaced Syrian families from the al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria, according to reports. The effort was the result of joint coordination between the Kurdish-led …

Amazon Pledges USD13B for Expanding Australia’s Data Centers
(MENAFN) Amazon is set to pour AU$20 billion (US$13 billion) into expanding and operating data centers across Australia over the next four years, announced the nation’s prime minister on Sunday. “We’re taking advantage of the AI revolution – the Australian …

Erdogan asks Iraq not to interfere with Israel-Iran conflict
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday urged Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani to avoid involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict during a phone call, according to a statement from the Turkish Presidency. Erdogan stressed that …

Hakan Fidan Joins SEECP Summit
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to participate in the summit of the Heads of State and Government of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), which will take place on Monday in Albania. According to diplomatic sources …

South African President defends BEE policy
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a strong defense of the Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) policy on Friday, directly addressing critics and questioning whether their opposition stems from “fear or envy.” Speaking at the Black …

Indian DM states country shocked at Pakistan’s new UN counter-terrorism role
(MENAFN) India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has condemned the United Nations Security Council’s decision to appoint Pakistan as vice-chair of its counter-terrorism committee, calling it a shocking move. Speaking at a public event on Tuesday, Singh …