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Press releases published on August 23, 2025

Governor states Ukraine murdering civilians with US-manufactured rockets
(MENAFN) Two civilians were killed and 21 others injured in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian city of Yenakievo on Thursday, according to Denis Pushilin, head of the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR). The attack reportedly involved US-supplied HIMARS rocket …

Czech leader considers joining peacekeeping in Ukraine
(MENAFN) The Czech Republic should consider taking part in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, President Petr Pavel said Thursday. Participating in a future mission would be "appropriate" given the country’s active involvement in the peace process, Pavel …

Without Zelensky peace is possible
(MENAFN) The upcoming summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska is seen by some as a key opportunity to end U.S. involvement in the Ukraine conflict, including halting taxpayer-funded support and weapons deliveries. Trump’s goal is to reduce …

Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Egregious Attacks Kill Over 62,250 Palestinians
(MENAFN) At least 62,263 Palestinians have been killed since Israel resumed its egregious campaign against the Gaza Strip in October 2023, the Health Ministry in Gaza reported on Friday. The ministry's latest statement confirmed 71 new deaths and 251 …

China Reaffirms India’s Support of One-China Policy
(MENAFN) China on Thursday reaffirmed that India remains "committed to the one-China policy," following talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi. During the meeting, Jaishankar reiterated India's …

Putin Says Russia, U.S. Explore LNG Collaboration
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed on Friday that Moscow and Washington are exploring potential collaboration in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, focusing not only on Russia's Arctic region but also on Alaska. During a meeting with …

Turkey starts construction of Zangezur Corridor Railway
(MENAFN) Türkiye has started construction on the Kars-Igdir-Aralik-Dilucu Railway Line in the southeastern part of the country, a project that will link Türkiye to the Zangezur Corridor and is expected to promote greater peace and economic development in …

‘Daddy’ Trump, Western Europe’s pledge of allegiance
(MENAFN) American politics often blends spectacle with strategy, and the recent Washington summit between Donald Trump and Europe’s top leaders was no exception. While Ukraine remained a topic, the meeting highlighted a deeper reality: the EU’s dependence …

Family of American murdered fighting for Russia earns medal from Putin
(MENAFN) US special envoy Steve Witkoff delivered a Russian medal from President Vladimir Putin to CIA Deputy Director Juliane Gallina in honor of her son, Michael Gloss, who was killed while fighting for Russia in the Ukraine conflict. Gloss, 21, left the …

Feds carries out raid of ex US National Security Adviser
(MENAFN) Federal investigators carried out a raid at the Maryland home of former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton early Friday as part of an ongoing national security inquiry, according to reports. The search took place at Bolton’s residence in …

UN states DRC is facing critical humanitarian conditions
(MENAFN) A top United Nations official has sounded the alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), describing it as among the most severe emergencies in the world as ongoing conflict and instability …

Trump plans on patrolling DC streets
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump announced he will patrol the streets of Washington DC alongside police and the National Guard as part of a new federal crackdown on crime in the capital. Last week, Trump invoked the 1973 Home Rule Act, declaring a public …

End of war or more sanctions: Trump awaits Russia’s progress
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that the coming two weeks will determine whether meaningful progress can be achieved toward ending the war between Russia and Ukraine, while cautioning that he may impose tough measures on Moscow. Speaking …

Zelensky states meeting with Putin ‘definitely not in Moscow’
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has ruled out meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, insisting any talks take place in a neutral European location. Suggested options include Austria, Türkiye, or Switzerland. The potential …

Turkey looks into Google’s payment practices within Play Store
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s Competition Authority announced Friday that it has opened a formal investigation into Google over its payment practices within the Play Store. "An investigation has been opened about GOOGLE in order to determine whether GOOGLE violated …

Turkey’s Togg says its newest model completes series of tests
(MENAFN) Türkiye has started construction on the Kars-Igdir-Aralik-Dilucu Railway Line in the southeastern part of the country, a project that will link Türkiye to the Zangezur Corridor and is expected to promote greater peace and economic development in …

Ukrainian residents resist conscription officers
(MENAFN) Ukrainian civilians successfully fought off conscription officers on Wednesday, preventing a man from being forcibly taken, according to a video circulated online. The country’s mobilization campaign, overseen by Territorial Centers of Recruitment …

Moscow reports Ukrainian terrorist cell dismantled in Donbass
(MENAFN) Russian law enforcement has dismantled a Ukrainian intelligence cell operating in Donetsk, responsible for attempted assassinations of Russian officials and planning further attacks, the FSB reported. The group, linked to Ukraine’s Main …

Vance says Putin ‘looks out’ for Russia’s interests
(MENAFN) US Vice President J.D. Vance said Russian President Vladimir Putin is focused on defending Russia’s national interests, drawing a parallel to US President Donald Trump’s own prioritization of American interests. Vance suggested this mutual focus …

Kiev’s European supporters push for F-35 ‘security guarantee‘
(MENAFN) Western European backers of Ukraine have reportedly requested that the US station F-35 fighter jets in Romania as part of security guarantees aimed at ending the Ukraine conflict, according to The Times. They are also seeking Patriot and NASAMS …