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Press releases published on April 21, 2025

Fatal shooting takes over US university
(MENAFN) A shooting at Florida State University (FSU) on Thursday resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries, including the suspected gunman, who is now in police custody. FSU Police Chief Jason Trumbower confirmed that the two deceased were not …

Japan Premier Says Trump ‘values’ Talks with Japan
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump “values” discussions with Japan, according to Premier Shigeru Ishiba, as the two long-standing allies navigate the complexities of forging a new trade pact while facing looming tariff threats from Washington. …

Trump administration clarifies letter to Harvard
(MENAFN) A letter sent to Harvard University last week, outlining extensive demands related to university governance, hiring practices, and curriculum changes, was reportedly sent by mistake, according to senior officials in the Trump administration. The …

Turkey Announces Plans to Pursue Positive Talks with US
(MENAFN) Turkey's Trade Minister, Ömer Bolat, announced that his country plans to engage in productive and mutually respectful discussions with the United States regarding tariffs. Emphasizing a diplomatic and cooperative approach, he stated that "the …

Putin voices ‘gratitude’ to Hamas following Russian captive release
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly expressed gratitude to Hamas' political leadership for the release of Russian-Israeli citizen Aleksandr Trufanov. The freed hostage met with Putin at the Kremlin on Wednesday, following his February …

Wildfire Ravages Poland's Biebrza National Park
(MENAFN) A significant wildfire has devastated around 400 hectares of Biebrza National Park in northeastern Poland, as reported by local authorities on Monday morning. The blaze, which ignited Sunday afternoon near the border between Augustow and Monki …

Orban says West lost proxy battle to Russia
(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has claimed that the West, through its support for Ukraine, has waged and lost a "proxy war" against Russia. Orban, who has consistently criticized the European Union's policies on the Ukraine conflict— …

Lavrov, Rubio speak by phone
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by phone on Thursday, focusing on the conflict in Ukraine and ongoing international efforts to reach a potential settlement, according to the Russian Foreign …

U.S. Defense Secretary Shares Yemen Strike Details in Private Signal Chat
(MENAFN) On March 15, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive details about upcoming strikes in Yemen in a private Signal chat that included his wife, brother, and personal lawyer, according to a media report. The report, citing anonymous …

Democrats threaten Biden
(MENAFN) US Democrats are growing frustrated with former President Joe Biden’s return to the public stage, which they believe is complicating the party’s efforts to recover after the 2024 election losses, according to sources cited by The Hill. Biden made …

Easter Ceasefire Ends Amid New Attacks in Ukraine, Russia
(MENAFN) Following the lapse of a temporary Easter truce declared by Russian Leader Vladimir Putin, both Russia and Ukraine reported renewed aerial assaults on Monday. The ceasefire, which started Saturday evening at 6 p.m. Moscow time (1500 GMT), …

US Defense Secretary Shares Details of Yemen Attacks in Private Chat
(MENAFN) On March 15, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth disclosed comprehensive details about upcoming military operations in Yemen through a private Signal group chat, as reported by the media on Sunday. Based on sources familiar with the conversation, …

NATO country claims Russia possibly to attack in ‘couple of years’
(MENAFN) Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has warned that Russia may be preparing for a potential attack on NATO’s borders in the coming years, urging the alliance to use the time to strengthen defenses. In an interview with France 24 on Friday, …

Russia-Ukraine conflict gets marked by continued fighting
(MENAFN) This past week in the Russia-Ukraine conflict was marked by continued fighting along multiple front-line areas and fresh Russian gains in the Donbass region. Despite active hostilities, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary 30- …

China denies Ukrainian arms allegation
(MENAFN) China has rejected Ukrainian accusations that it has been secretly supplying weapons to Russia, calling the claims "groundless" and labeling them as "political manipulation." Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated on Friday that …

Poll indicates US liberals altering attitudes on free trade
(MENAFN) Support for free trade among American liberals has significantly increased since Donald Trump’s second-term election victory in November, a new study suggests. During his campaign, Trump accused America’s trade partners of taking advantage of the …

To be White in America
(MENAFN) To be white in America is to carry an identity shaped by journeys, spiritual traditions, and half-remembered histories. It's a legacy born of migration and maintained through family traditions, from old world cathedrals to midwestern fields. This …

Top Economists Condemn Trump's Tariff Policies as "Misguided," Warn of Recession
(MENAFN) At least 970 individuals, including some of the world’s leading economists, have signed an "anti-tariff declaration" condemning the tariff policies of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as "misguided" and a potential cause of a "self- …

Zakharova claims incoming German chancellor is threat to globe
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has raised concerns that Germany's incoming chancellor, Friedrich Merz, could lead the country back into a dangerous historical path. Zakharova's remarks followed a report from Bild, which …

Turkish FM accuses EU selective with condemnation of political persecution
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused the European Union of selectively condemning political persecution, criticizing its silence on certain cases while being vocal on others that align with its political stance. Speaking on Sunday, as …