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Press releases published on May 29, 2025

U.S. Plans Tightening Visa Rules for Chinese Students
(MENAFN) In a major policy announcement on Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed that the State Department would commence the process of rescinding visas held by Chinese students. According to Rubio, “Under President (Donald) Trump’s …

Three hundred personas urge UK to stop involvement with Israel
(MENAFN) Over 300 famous personas from arts and public urged the British government to stop its ‘complicity’ in Gaza. An open letter written to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and gained by a news agency on Thursday mentioned “we urge you to take …

MIT Shuts Down DEI Office
(MENAFN) The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has officially dissolved its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) office after conducting an extensive internal assessment lasting a year and a half. The conclusion to disband the office was …

Kremlin announces Putin visiting Kursk Region for first time since complete freeing from Ukrainian forces
(MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin has made his first visit to Russia’s Kursk Region since its complete recapture from Ukrainian forces, according to a Kremlin statement. The region, located along the Russia-Ukraine border, had seen fighting after Ukrainian …

Sputnik V Developer cautions of possible 'Cat Flu' plague
(MENAFN) Alexander Gintsburg, head of Russia’s Gamaleya Research Institute—the organization behind the Sputnik V Covid-19 vaccine—has issued a stark warning about a potential global pandemic triggered by the H5N1 avian flu, which is increasingly being …

North Korea, Russia Explore Strengthened Ties
(MENAFN) Deputy chiefs from North Korea's Public Security Ministry and Russia's Interior Ministry engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing their cooperation, according to state media reports released on Thursday. The talks took place in Pyongyang on …

Spotlight in Russia-Ukraine conflict shifts from military engagements to diplomatic maneuvering
(MENAFN) In recent weeks, the spotlight in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has shifted from military engagements to diplomatic maneuvering. Key global players are now focused on defining the terms of a possible resolution — or at least laying the groundwork …

UK Considers Permanent Arctic Deployment
(MENAFN) The British government might be contemplating the creation of a lasting military base in the Arctic, motivated by the apparent threat posed by Russia, according to a news outlet, which referenced ongoing “speculation” linked to the upcoming …

Israel Revokes Citizenship of Israeli Arabs
(MENAFN) Israel has initiated the deportation process for four Israeli Arab prisoners and begun rescinding their citizenships, based on accusations that they received monetary support from the Palestinian Authority (PA) while imprisoned, according to …

Tokyo's Nikkei Rallies as U.S. Judge Blocks Trump Tariffs
(MENAFN) Tokyo's stock market surged on Thursday, with the Nikkei index closing at its highest point in three months. The rally followed a significant U.S. court decision that struck down a key portion of President Donald Trump’s tariff agenda, alleviating …

Trump aligns with Moscow’s stance on Ukraine discussions
(MENAFN) The recent phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin has revealed the emerging diplomatic dynamics surrounding the Ukraine conflict. It appears we are witnessing an initial stage of a new phase, with roles …

N. Korea, Russia Forge Stronger Security Ties in Pyongyang
(MENAFN) Deputy heads from North Korea’s Public Security Ministry and Russia’s Interior Ministry convened in Pyongyang to explore avenues for enhanced collaboration, according to state-run media Thursday. The meeting took place Wednesday between North …

Merz pledges to prevent Nord Stream 2 from being reactivated
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has firmly pledged to prevent the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline from ever being reactivated. The pipeline, which runs under the Baltic Sea from Russia to Germany, was severely damaged in September 2022 by underwater …

Ukrainian FM claims country wants Putin-Zelensky meeting
(MENAFN) Ukraine has expressed interest in a face-to-face meeting between President Vladimir Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov recently said such a …

UN denies Israeli allegations of unsuccessfully delivering assistance to Gaza
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, a UN representative dismissed Israel's allegations that the UN was unsuccessful in delivering humanitarian aid for Gaza at border crossing point. Stephane Dujarric, representative for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, stated …

Putin highlights foundation for peace in Europe
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that lasting peace and stability in Europe require a security system that guarantees the safety of all nations without compromising the interests of any single country. He emphasized this view during a …

Russia extends diplomatic presence in Africa
(MENAFN) Russia is preparing to bolster its diplomatic presence in Africa with the opening of a new Consulate General in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh. The decision, formalized in a decree signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on Tuesday …

Kremlin voices remarks on Romania’s ‘strange’ election
(MENAFN) Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov described Romania’s recent presidential election as “strange,” pointing out that the declared winner emerged only after the frontrunner was removed from the race. In the runoff held on Sunday, pro-EU candidate …

Russia will come after Berlin if German missiles strike Moscow
(MENAFN) RT Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan has warned that Russia could retaliate directly against Berlin if German-supplied Taurus missiles are used by Ukraine to strike Moscow, particularly if German personnel are involved in such an operation. Her …

French Open Encounters Surprises in Second Round
(MENAFN) Casper Ruud, the seventh seed in the men's singles draw, was knocked out by Portuguese player Nuno Borges during the second round of the 2025 French Open held in Paris on Wednesday. The morning session of day four featured these second-round …