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Press releases published on July 22, 2025

Germany Commits to Delivering Patriots for Ukraine
(MENAFN) Germany has committed to delivering Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine “as quickly as possible,” according to official statements made on Monday. This arrangement was reportedly coordinated with the United States, following remarks by …

Zelensky Frustrated Over Lack of NATO’s Defense Funding
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has voiced frustration over the lack of tangible support from NATO’s increased military spending commitments, saying Ukraine has yet to benefit from the alliance's financial pledges. At a recent summit held in …

Russia responds to EU sanctions with banning number of officials
(MENAFN) Russia has announced entry bans on a number of EU officials in response to the European Union’s 17th and 18th rounds of sanctions, which target individuals and entities accused of supplying military aid to Ukraine, the Russian Foreign Ministry …

India Plans to Deploy AI to Combat Crimes Against Women
(MENAFN) In a decisive move to tackle the surge in violence against women, India’s Home Ministry has informed the Supreme Court of plans to deploy artificial intelligence-driven facial recognition, smart lighting, and drone surveillance across vulnerable …

Somalia Rejects Ethiopia's Request for Joint Naval Drills
(MENAFN) Somalia has turned down a proposal from Ethiopia to take part in collaborative naval maneuvers within its own territorial waters, due to apprehensions over potential breaches of international maritime regulations and risks to its national …

French Foreign Minister Condemns Israeli Offensive in Gaza
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot declared on Tuesday that Israel's ongoing military campaign in Gaza has no remaining rationale. “I want to say that this new ground offensive is deplorable. There is no longer any justification for the …

Serbia, Russia, Hungary Advance Joint Oil Project
(MENAFN) Hungary has revealed significant strides in its collaborative effort with Serbia to develop a new oil pipeline that will carry Russian crude. According to Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, the initiative is “moving forward,” and he pledged to …

Malian military confirms killing of ISGS Leader
(MENAFN) The Malian military has confirmed the death of Souleymane Ag Bakawa, also known as “Soldat,” a key figure in the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS). He was killed during a military operation in the Tinfadimata region of northern Mali. In a …

Beijing, Moscow, New Delhi Forge RIC Trilateral Collaboration
(MENAFN) Beijing has expressed its readiness to strengthen trilateral collaboration with Moscow and New Delhi under the Russia-India-China (RIC) framework, according to a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson. This announcement followed closely after …

Israeli Airstrike Kills Hezbollah Member in Southern Lebanon
(MENAFN) An Israeli airstrike on Monday claimed the life of a Hezbollah member when a drone targeted a motorcycle in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanese official and security sources. Medi reported that “a hostile drone” struck a motorcycle in the …

WHO Condemns Israeli Attacks on Gaza Facilities
(MENAFN) The World Health Organization (WHO) has condemned a series of assaults by Israeli forces on its staff residence and primary warehouse in Gaza, which occurred three times on Monday. The head of the United Nations agency, WHO Director-General Tedros …

AFP Plans to Evacuate Its Gaza-Based Journalists
(MENAFN) AFP has revealed plans to urgently evacuate its Gaza-based journalists, responding to dire warnings from its journalists’ association about the threat of starvation due to Israel’s ongoing blockade and relentless airstrikes. "Their lives are in …

Grown frustration of victims with Epstein’s case
(MENAFN) A woman who accused Jeffrey Epstein of abuse and played a crucial role as a witness in Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking trial is urging authorities to release records related to the case—especially, she said, if there is “nothing to hide.” …

US Releases Martin Luther King Assassination Files
(MENAFN) The administration led by U.S. President Donald Trump has made public a vast collection of official documents concerning the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., the renowned civil rights leader. On Monday, approximately 240,000 pages were …

Torrential Rains Trigger Landslides in Jammu, Kashmir
(MENAFN) Intense rainfall lashed various regions of Jammu and Kashmir near the Line of Control (LoC), causing sudden floods and landslides that damaged infrastructure and tragically claimed the life of a young student, according to officials who spoke to a …

Tariff Hike Drives Shift in Shipping, Strains Small U.S. Ports
(MENAFN) A looming hike in U.S. tariffs is triggering a major shift in shipping patterns, boosting business at the Port of Los Angeles while leaving smaller ports across the country grappling with sharp declines in cargo, job losses, and reduced revenue, …

U.S. Withdraws from UNESCO Again
(MENAFN) The United States announced Tuesday it will withdraw from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), marking a reversal just two years after rejoining the agency. The U.S. State Department said in its statement …

Ryder Cup Set to Head Back to Spain in 2031
(MENAFN) The Ryder Cup, a biennial golf showdown between Europe and the United States, is set to make its way back to Spain in 2031, organizers revealed on Tuesday. In a social media announcement, the Ryder Cup confirmed that the 2031 edition will be …

UK fighter jet departs from India after five weeks wait
(MENAFN) A British F-35B Lightning II fighter jet that was stuck in India for over five weeks has finally departed for Australia, UK officials confirmed. The $110 million aircraft, part of the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group, had been operating in …

Trump Blames Former Presidents for 2016 Russia Probe Crime
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has launched sharp accusations against former President Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Hillary Clinton, claiming they orchestrated the “crime of the century” by inventing the Russia interference probe to discredit his 2016 …