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Press releases published on June 28, 2025
Turkey criticizes EU summit learders' conclusions
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye has sharply criticized the conclusions of the European Union leaders' summit held on June 26, 2025, accusing Greece and the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus (GCASC) of persistently advancing what it described as “maximalist …
Armenian cleric gets detained amid esclation between Armenian goverment, church
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A senior cleric of the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) has been detained on allegations of attempting a coup, in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the Armenian government and the Church amid nationwide unrest. According to reports, …
Merz Urges Quick Trade Deal with US
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed on Thursday his preference for a "quick and simple" commercial agreement with the United States over a "slow and complicated" one, as the deadline for further tariffs on the European Union approaches …
Putin praises Trump efforts
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin voiced strong approval of US President Donald Trump on Friday, describing him as a “courageous man” and expressing a willingness to meet for direct talks aimed at advancing cooperation between Moscow and Washington …
S. Korea's Ousted President Faces Probe Over Martial Law Declaration
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol faced questioning Saturday by a special prosecutor over charges linked to his December martial law declaration, according to local reports. Yoon appeared at the Seoul High Prosecutors Office in southern …
Australia stands firm defense spending amid US pressure
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirmed his government’s commitment to a defense spending strategy tailored to the country's specific needs, despite pressure from the Trump administration to align with more aggressive targets. …
Russian FM alleges Ukrainian troops committed systematic atrocities
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian officials have accused Ukrainian forces of deliberately targeting civilians in Donbass, with allegations of mass killings, drone attacks on homes, and other violent acts, according to statements made during a recent conference. Speaking at …
Zelensky urges EU to remain unified in applying sanctions against Russia
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged the European Union to remain unified in applying sanctions against Russia, expressing gratitude for continued European backing during a critical phase of the conflict. In a message posted Friday on …
Russia summons German envoy over alleged mistreatment of Journalists
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s Foreign Ministry summoned German Ambassador Alexander Lambsdorff on Friday to express its protest over what it claims is the mistreatment of Russian journalists working in Germany. Officials in Moscow informed the ambassador that …
Israel Orders Forced Evacuation of Palestinians from Central Gaza
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The Israeli military announced on Saturday a directive for Palestinians to evacuate several neighborhoods in the central Gaza Strip, warning of impending attacks. Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared a map on social media platform X, …
Trump Signals Imminent Gaza Ceasefire
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump expressed cautious optimism on Friday about an imminent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, suggesting that an agreement could be reached soon. In remarks to reporters at the White House, Trump was asked about the timeline for a …
Russian soldiers return from Ukraine after prisioner exchange
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A number of Russian military personnel have been returned from Ukrainian-controlled territory following a prisoner exchange, the Russian Defense Ministry announced on Thursday. According to the ministry, the swap was conducted under the terms …
Landslide Fatalities in Colombia Surge to Twenty-Two
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The death toll from a devastating landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Colombia on June 24 has surged to 22, with authorities reporting eight people still missing as of Friday. According to a statement from the Antioquia governor’s office, …
Thousands Rally in Yemen to Show Support for Gaza, Iran
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Thousands of Yemenis took to the streets across Houthi-controlled areas on Friday, demonstrating their support for Gaza and Iran, as reported by media. The protests were held under the slogan "Praising Iran's victory... and expressing …
Japan Executes “Twitter Killer” for Nine Murders
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese authorities on Friday carried out the execution of Takahiro Shiraishi, infamously known as Japan's "Twitter killer," who had been convicted of the 2017 murders of nine individuals. Shiraishi's death sentence became final in 2021 after he …
Powerful Earthquake Rattles Southern Philippines
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A powerful earthquake measuring 6.1 in magnitude struck offshore on Saturday, east of Sarangani, in the southern Philippines' Davao Occidental province, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The earthquake …
UVA President Steps Down Amid Pressure from Trump Administration
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) James Ryan, President of the University of Virginia (UVA), has agreed to step down following mounting pressure from the Trump administration, media reported on Friday. The U.S. Department of Justice, currently investigating UVA’s diversity, equity …
UK Car Manufacturing Plummets to Lowest Level Since 1949
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) UK car manufacturing plummeted for the fifth consecutive month in May, reaching its lowest point since 1949. Data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) on Friday revealed a 32.8% year-on-year decline in new car and …
Colombia landslide causes death of twenty two civilians
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The number of fatalities from the devastating landslide in Colombia on June 24 has climbed to 22, with eight individuals still unaccounted for, according to updates provided Friday. Authorities from the Antioquia governor’s office confirmed that …
Trump warns Iran with additional attacks
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, urging its leadership to pursue peace or face even more devastating military action. His remarks came just hours after American forces launched what he described as “massive precision …