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Press releases published on May 18, 2025

Presidential nominees in EU nations label Trump as ‘symbol of freedom’
(MENAFN) Romanian presidential frontrunner George Simion and Polish candidate Karol Nawrocki held a joint campaign rally in Poland this week, where they promoted what Simion described as a “pro-MAGA” alliance. The crowd at the event enthusiastically …

Myanmar Premier says no single authority should regulate globe
(MENAFN) Myanmar Prime Minister Min Aung Hlaing has voiced support for a multipolar global system, arguing that no single country should dominate world affairs. Speaking in an exclusive interview with RT aired on Saturday, Hlaing stated that a unipolar …

Kremlin Announces Possible Putin, Zelensky Talks
(MENAFN) Russian Leader Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's President Vladimir Zelensky could engage in discussions if the ongoing peace initiatives between Russian and Ukrainian teams lead to substantial advancements and concrete agreements, Kremlin spokesperson …

Syria Regains World Bank Eligibility
(MENAFN) Syria has been reinstated as eligible for financial assistance from the World Bank after Saudi Arabia and Qatar settled its overdue payment of USD15.5 million, the institution revealed on Friday. This development marks a significant step for the …

Police Arrest Second Suspect in Premier’s Home Arson Conspiracy
(MENAFN) Authorities have apprehended a 26-year-old male at London Luton Airport on Saturday on suspicion of conspiring to commit arson with the intention of endangering lives. This development, confirmed by local news outlets, is reportedly linked to the …

Ukraine, Russia Prepare for Prisoner Exchange
(MENAFN) Following recent diplomatic talks held in Istanbul, Ukraine's head of intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, announced the possibility of a significant prisoner swap involving 1,000 detainees from both Ukraine and Russia. This potential exchange, according …

Trump Plans to Hold Calls with Putin, Zelensky
(MENAFN) The U.S. President stated on Saturday his intention to separately engage in telephone conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday. The aim of these discussions, according to the …

Russian, US Diplomats Review Progress of Peace Talks
(MENAFN) On Saturday, the senior diplomats of Russia and the United States engaged in a discussion centered on the outcomes of the recent peace negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv, which had been conducted in Istanbul the previous day. According to an …

Groups Protest in Libyan Capital
(MENAFN) Multiple factions organized protests on Friday in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, following a series of violent incidents in the city. The gatherings took place in Martyrs' Square, where participants voiced their opposition to the current …

Russia Highlights Key Concern in Ukraine Talks
(MENAFN) In a recent press briefing held in Moscow, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov underscored that one of Russia's main priorities in its ongoing dialogue with Ukraine is identifying the individual who will formally endorse any future agreements on …

Intense Tornadoes Ravage Missouri, Kentucky
(MENAFN) At least 21 individuals lost their lives after intense tornadoes swept through Missouri and Kentucky, causing extensive destruction, prompting emergency declarations, and disrupting electricity for hundreds of thousands throughout the central U.S. …

Baghdad Hosts 34th Arab League Summit, Gaza Crisis Dominates
(MENAFN) The 34th Arab League Summit commenced Saturday in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, marking Iraq's first time hosting the event since 2012 and its fourth summit overall. Discussions at the high-level meeting are heavily focused on the ongoing conflict …

Arab Summit Demands Immediate Aid for Gaza
(MENAFN) During its 34th session, the Arab League Summit emphasized the “urgent and unhindered” need for humanitarian relief to reach Gaza, while also strongly denouncing Israel's persistent military operations in Syria. In its concluding remarks, the …

Japan Weighs Tesla Charger Subsidies Amid Trade Negotiations
(MENAFN) Japan is reportedly weighing the inclusion of Tesla's Supercharger network in its electric vehicle (EV) charging station subsidy program as part of ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. This development follows concerns raised by U.S. …