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Press releases published on May 14, 2025
New pope calls for freedom of journalists imprisoned
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) It was said that the new pope Leo the 14th demanded on Monday for the discharge of reporters imprisoned "for seeking and reporting the truth" and advised journalists not to utilize their language for public hatred. After being chosen by cardinals …
China, Brazil Urge Swift Start to Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) China and Brazil have expressed their support for the swift initiation of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, according to an official statement released ahead of this week's talks in Istanbul. The endorsement came following a bilateral …
Zelensky Claims Exemption from Law Barring Putin Talks
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has stated that a law he signed prohibiting negotiations with Russia does not restrict him personally, as he seeks a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Zelensky is expected to visit …
France Expels Algerian Diplomats in Retaliatory Move
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) France announced on Wednesday that it is expelling several newly arrived Algerian diplomats in direct response to Algeria’s earlier decision to expel French embassy staff. “Our response is immediate, firm, and strictly proportionate at this stage, …
UK Plans Job Relocations, Closes Whitehall Buildings
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) The UK government announced plans on Wednesday to close key Whitehall offices and shift thousands of jobs from London to regional centers across the UK. This move is part of a broader strategy to decentralize decision-making and reduce expenses, …
Tencent Sees Profit Growth Through Strong Gaming Performance
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Tencent, the prominent Chinese technology corporation, reported a 13 percent year-on-year increase in revenue on Wednesday, mainly driven by impressive growth in its primary gaming division. According to a statement from the company, Tencent's …
Russia Confirms Resuming Ukraine Peace Talks
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Wednesday that Russia's representatives will await their Ukrainian peers in Istanbul on Thursday, aiming to resume peace talks that were interrupted in March 2022. During a press briefing in Moscow, …
EU Reaches Agreement on Russia Sanctions Package
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, the European Union successfully reached an agreement on a new set of sanctions targeting Russia in response to its ongoing aggression towards Ukraine, as confirmed by the bloc’s foreign policy leader. Kaja Kallas, the EU’s foreign …
Trump Threatens Oil Exports Cut on Iran
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, vowing to drive its oil exports to zero if talks in Oman aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal fall through. Trump had previously withdrawn from the agreement in 2018, which had …
Trump Announces Removing Syria Sanctions
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump revealed on Wednesday that the United States will be lifting sanctions on Syria, aiming to provide the country with a "fresh start." The announcement came during his remarks at a Gulf-US summit in Riyadh, Saudi …
Sony Shares Climb Following Major Buyback
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Shares of Sony Group jumped 3.67% on Wednesday following the company's announcement of a 250 billion yen ($1.7 billion) share repurchase. The electronics and entertainment giant reported operating income of 203.6 billion yen ($1.39 billion) for …
UK Announces Plan to Relocate Jobs
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, the UK government revealed plans to close several important Whitehall buildings and move thousands of civil service positions from London to various regional hubs across the country. This decision is part of a broader strategy to …
Actor Mal Gibson demands ‘truth’ on 9/11 attack
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Hollywood actor Mel Gibson, who voices his support for USA leader Donald Trump, has asked the American government to disclose the “truth” on what happened in 9/11 terror assaults. The catastrophic accident that happened almost 25 years ago “might …
EU Court Rules Against Commission's Withholding of Text Messages
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Commission acted unlawfully when it denied the release of text messages exchanged between its president, Ursula von der Leyen, and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the EU's General Court declared on …
Erdogan Joins Virtual Meeting with Global Leaders
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan took part in a virtual meeting with the leaders of the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Syria. The video conference was attended by United States Leader Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed …
Israel targets, kills Hassan Aslih photographer from Gaza
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) clinical sources and witnesses report that an Israeli attack on the emergency center of Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza caused the murder of a famous Palestinian press photographer. His name is Hassan Aslih, who was being treated from injuries …
Erdogan Addresses PKK Disbandment
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan underscored the significance of following through on the dissolution of the terrorist group PKK. During a parliamentary group meeting of his political party, Erdogan emphasized that “What truly …
Israeli Army Orders Evacuation of Yemeni Ports
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) The Israeli military issued evacuation orders on Wednesday for three Yemeni seaports in anticipation of possible airstrikes. Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee posted on his X account, directing all Yemenis to vacate the ports of Ras Isa, Al- …
Zelensky reacts to Putin’s 72-hour ceasefire offer
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal for a 72-hour ceasefire over Victory Day, calling it an "attempt at manipulation." In a statement on social media, Zelensky demanded an immediate 30- …
UFC’s Dana White states it ‘never stopped’ collaborating with Russian fighters
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May 14, 2025
(MENAFN) UFC President Dana White confirmed that the organization has never stopped working with Russian fighters, despite international political tensions. During a post-fight press conference following UFC on ESPN 66 in Kansas City, White responded to a …