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Press releases published on May 14, 2025

Trump Threatens to Halt Iran's Oil Sales
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump has issued a stern warning that Iran’s oil exports could be reduced to nothing if current diplomatic efforts in Oman do not succeed. These discussions aim to breathe new life into the 2015 nuclear agreement, which …

Modi Applauds India's Air Defense Capabilities
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the effectiveness of the nation's air defense systems on Tuesday, specifically highlighting the performance of the Russian-made S-400 mobile surface-to-air missile systems. During a meeting with soldiers …

McDonalds wants to return to Russia
(MENAFN) McDonald’s has submitted a series of trademark applications in Russia, prompting speculation that the American fast-food chain may be exploring a return to the Russian market. The applications, which are now being reviewed by the Russian patent …

New Mapping Tool Shields Allergy Sufferers from Tree Pollen Triggers
(MENAFN) Australian scientists have unveiled a new digital tool designed to assist individuals in managing pollen allergies by identifying regions with dense populations of allergenic trees, according to a statement released Wednesday by Edith Cowan …

China Starts Revising Tariffs on U.S. Imports
(MENAFN) China officially began revising tariffs on U.S. imports on Wednesday, following the agreement reached between the two nations for an initial 90-day tariff relief after their discussions in Geneva. According to a chinses news agency, the Customs …

Russian FM denies media reports about US making any proposals regarding future of Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has denied media reports suggesting that the United States made any proposals regarding the future of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant. In an interview with CBS on Sunday, Lavrov was asked whether US …

Putin declares complete liberation of Kursk Region
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Ukrainian forces have been fully pushed out of the Kursk Region, following prolonged and intense fighting that began in August of the previous year. The announcement came during a military …

Trump Suggests Possible Direct Deal with Xi
(MENAFN) In a recent interview aired on Tuesday, U.S. Leader Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of personally engaging with Chinese President Xi Jinping to finalize the remaining aspects of a trade agreement between the two economic giants. Trump …

Harvard Defends ‘core principles’ Against Trump
(MENAFN) Harvard University remains steadfast in upholding its "core, legally protected principles," despite the possibility of a funding suspension by the US Department of Education, according to the institution's president, Alan Garber. In a statement …

Lavrov announces Moscow willing to look for ‘balance of interests’ with Ukraine, US
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reiterated Moscow's willingness to seek a "balance of interests" with both Ukraine and the United States. In an interview with CBS on Sunday, Lavrov responded to host Margaret Brennan's comment that …

Moscow claims Kiev escalated assaults on civilians
(MENAFN) A senior Russian diplomat has accused Kiev of escalating attacks on civilians in response to renewed diplomatic talks between Moscow and Washington. According to Rodion Miroshnik, the Russian Foreign Ministry's ambassador-at-large for war crime …

Germany Maintains ‘Low Profile’ on Ukraine Arms Deliveries
(MENAFN) Germany has expressed its intention to keep a “low profile” regarding future arms shipments to Ukraine and has declined to publicly address the potential provision of Taurus cruise missiles to Kyiv. This statement was made by a spokesperson for …

Moscow`s spy director claims UK possibly to fabricate provocation against Russia
(MENAFN) Russia’s foreign intelligence chief, Sergey Naryshkin, has suggested that the United Kingdom might stage a provocation against Russia, possibly involving chemical weapons in Ukraine, to falsely implicate Moscow. Speaking to TASS on Saturday, the …

Russia`s makes main demand from West
(MENAFN) As global attention focuses on a potential breakthrough in Ukraine peace talks, prominent Russian analyst Fyodor Lukyanov argues that the real issue for Moscow isn't territorial control, but long-term security guarantees from the West. Although …

Duterte Wins Mayoral Elections Despite ICC Trial
(MENAFN) Former Philippine Leader Rodrigo Duterte has apparently secured a decisive victory in the mayoral contest of his hometown, based on unofficial tallies released Tuesday. This victory comes even while Duterte remains detained at the International …

Trump meets Syrian President while on trip to KSA
(MENAFN) According to a White House representative the USA Leader Donald Trump accepted to meet with Syrian leader Ahmad al-Sharaa in his trip to KSA on Wednesday. Reported the reprehensive on Tuesday, requesting confidentiality. "The president agreed to …

Australian Astronomers Spot Five Baby Planets Using Groundbreaking Method
(MENAFN) Australian scientists have played a leading role in a major international research initiative that has identified five newly forming planets—some of the youngest ever found—thanks to a groundbreaking method, according to Monash University on …

Maduro accuses Kiev of being ‘world capital of Nazism’
(MENAFN) Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has harshly criticized the presidents of France, Germany, Britain calling them unfit for the rule for celebrating Victory Day in Kiev, which he referred to as “the world capital of Nazism and fascism.” Maduro’s …

Kremlin cautions of press misinformation on Ukraine discussions
(MENAFN) Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has cautioned that most media reports about diplomatic efforts between Russia and the United States to resolve the Ukraine conflict are inaccurate. Speaking to Russian journalists, Peskov said that while numerous …

Kremlin says Ukraine displaying no sign it is ready for discussions
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has accused Ukraine of not taking the necessary steps to engage in direct negotiations with Russia, while Moscow remains ready to begin talks at any time. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov highlighted that Ukrainian President Vladimir …