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Press releases published on August 11, 2025

FAO report reveals climbing of global food prices worldwide
(MENAFN) (FAO) revealed that global food prices climbed in July, mainly fueled by higher costs for meat and vegetable oils. The FAO’s food price index increased by 1.6% compared to the previous month, reaching 130.1 points. Vegetable oil prices surged …

Somalia Targeted Strike Kills Top al-Shabab Finance Chief
(MENAFN) Somalia's Ministry of Defense has confirmed the death of a top al-Shabab financial commander during a precision military strike conducted Sunday in the country’s southwest, marking a significant blow to the militant group’s network. Abdullahi …

Russia Criticizes Western Leaders' Ukraine Remark
(MENAFN) A spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, strongly criticized a recent declaration made by Ukraine’s Western European supporters regarding the planned meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald …

Niger Seizes Control of Industrial Gold Mine
(MENAFN) Niger’s transitional administration has taken over the nation’s only industrial gold mine, accusing its Australian-owned operator of “grave contractual breaches” and failing to fulfill a pledged $10 million investment plan. The interim president …

Mohamed Salah denounces UEFA for not stating reason for murder of Palestinian player
(MENAFN) Egyptian footballer Mohamed Salah has expressed disappointment with UEFA’s tribute to former Palestinian player Suleiman al-Obaid, pointing out the organization’s failure to mention that al-Obaid was killed by Israeli forces while awaiting …

Iran Says Trust in U.S. Shattered After Involvement in Israeli Airstrikes
(MENAFN) Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei declared on Monday that Tehran’s confidence in Washington has plummeted to “below zero” due to the U.S. involvement in Israel’s recent attacks on Iran. Addressing a question about the conditions …

Afghanistan’s law enforcement detains two people for arms trafficking
(MENAFN) According to reports, law enforcement officials in the northern province of Kunduz, Afghanistan, apprehended two individuals accused of trafficking military equipment on Monday. During the arrest, authorities found two hand grenades, five …

2025 PSB Russian Track, Field Championships kicks off at Kazan’s Central Stadium
(MENAFN) The opening day of the 2025 PSB Russian Track and Field Championships wrapped up Thursday at Kazan’s Central Stadium, featuring sprint, distance, and field finals as over 200 athletes began competing for medals. In the men’s 100 meters, Yaroslav …

Report showcases China’s pioneering efforts in ecological conservation
(MENAFN) A recent report sheds light on China’s pioneering efforts in ecological conservation and the worldwide impact of its approach. The publication, titled "Lucid Waters and Lush Mountains for Beautiful China and World: China's Ecological Civilization …

US is at risk of cutting itself off from globalization due to imposed tariffs -UK economist
(MENAFN) A British economist has cautioned that by implementing tariffs globally, the United States risks isolating itself from the benefits of globalization, with the resulting price increases primarily affecting American shoppers. John Ross, a senior …

Spain Issues Evacuation Orders as Wildfires Persist
(MENAFN) As a fierce heatwave continues to scorch Spain, hundreds of residents in the northwestern region of Castilla y Leon have been evacuated amid multiple raging wildfires. The fires, fueled by extreme heat and dry conditions, have become a significant …

Trump Removes Portraits of Former Presidents
(MENAFN) According to a news agency, U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed White House personnel to reposition the portraits of three former American presidents — including Barack Obama — to a lesser-seen staircase area. The outlet, referencing two …

UAE Vows Support for Sudan’s Peace Initiatives
(MENAFN) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday reiterated its firm backing for peace initiatives in Sudan and emphasized the urgent need to protect civilians caught in ongoing conflict. In an official statement, the UAE Foreign Ministry declared, “The …

Abu Dhabi Posts 61 Percent Surge in AI Sector
(MENAFN) Abu Dhabi’s artificial intelligence (AI) sector experienced a remarkable 61 percent expansion between June 2023 and June 2024, now encompassing 673 AI companies, according to a local news agency on Monday. In the first half of 2024 alone, the …

China’s publishes guidelines to lead funds of preschool education
(MENAFN) China’s Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Education have jointly introduced new guidelines for overseeing funds dedicated to advancing preschool education. These funds, sourced from the central government budget, will be managed collaboratively …

Colombian Presidential Candidate Dies
(MENAFN) Colombian senator and presidential contender Miguel Uribe has passed away, two months following a violent attack in which he was shot in the head. The assault, which took place during a political gathering on 7 June in Bogotá, deeply unsettled the …

Jordan witnesses searing heatwave throughout week
(MENAFN) Jordan is currently enduring an intense heatwave expected to last through Thursday, according to the Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD). The forecast indicates that hot weather will persist across the highlands, while most other regions will …

Chinese researchers discover unknown species of Impatiens
(MENAFN) Researchers in China have identified a previously unknown species of Impatiens in Meishan City, located in Sichuan Province in the country’s southwest, according to local environmental authorities. This discovery was detailed in a recent issue of …

Russian Track witnesses breaking of national record
(MENAFN) At the 2025 Russian Track and Field Championships held in Kazan on Saturday, Fyodor Ivanov shattered the national record in the men’s 400 meters hurdles, finishing with an impressive time of 47.94 seconds. The 23-year-old athlete surpassed the …

Rubio Claims Macron Ruined Hamas, Israel Talks
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has attributed the failure of recent ceasefire discussions between Israel and Hamas to France’s declaration that it intends to recognize a Palestinian state. According to Rubio, this move by French President …