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Press releases published on May 18, 2025

Rubio announces US against ‘endless negotiations’ on Ukraine
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has emphasized that Washington does not support prolonged or indefinite peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, calling instead for tangible progress. His comments followed the first direct negotiations between …

Istanbul Talks 2.0 deemed good opportunity for Zelensky to absorb reality
(MENAFN) Despite attempts by Ukraine and some EU members to derail progress, Russia and Ukraine have held their first direct peace negotiations in three years—dubbed the Istanbul Talks 2.0. While not groundbreaking, the talks are undeniably significant. …

Presidential frontrunner claims EU candidate chaining voting
(MENAFN) George Simion, the Romanian presidential frontrunner and leader of the pro-Romanian, Euroskeptic Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), has accused Moldova’s pro-European government of attempting to rig Sunday’s presidential election runoff. …

U.S. Plans Talks on Partial Troop Withdrawal from Europe
(MENAFN) Washington intends to begin formal discussions with fellow NATO countries regarding a limited withdrawal of American forces stationed in Europe, according to Matthew Whitaker, the U.S. ambassador to the alliance. This move reflects a longstanding …

Presidential Election Kicks Off in Poland
(MENAFN) Poland's presidential election kicked off Sunday with approximately 29 million citizens casting their votes. The election will determine who succeeds current President Andrzej Duda, who is finishing his second and final term. Thirteen candidates …

Lavrov accuses West of pitting India against China
(MENAFN) Western powers are deliberately trying to stir conflict between India and China, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday, as reported by TASS. Speaking at the ‘Culture without Borders’ diplomatic forum, Lavrov claimed that …

Palestinian author first novel gets awarded Dylan Thomas award
(MENAFN) A Palestinian writer has been awarded the Swansea University Dylan Thomas literary prize for young writers this year. Yasmin Zaher was granted USD26,544 for her first written novel, which is called The Coin, as it was referred to by the judging …

Severe Tornadoes Claim at Least 21 Lives in Missouri, Kentucky
(MENAFN) Severe tornadoes have devastated parts of Missouri and Kentucky, resulting in at least 21 fatalities and extensive destruction. The powerful storms prompted emergency declarations and caused widespread power outages affecting hundreds of thousands …

Best VPN for Travel (2025): IPVanish Named Top Secure VPN for Travelers by Expert Consumers
NEW YORK CITY, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Expert Consumers has recognized IPVanish as the best VPN for travel in 2025, following a comprehensive review of leading virtual private network providers across multiple categories. The decision reflects the …

Bitcoin Solaris Unveils Hybrid Consensus Architecture Ahead of Nova App Mining Launch
TALLINN, Estonia, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitcoin Solaris is officially unveiling its advanced hybrid consensus architecture, purpose-built to support fast, decentralized applications with user-integrated mining and sub-2-second finality. This …

NATO sets ‘unrealistic’ goals for Germany
(MENAFN) Germany is facing mounting pressure from NATO to significantly increase its military strength, but officials in Berlin believe the goals may be overly ambitious, according to a report by Die Welt on Saturday. With NATO leaders preparing for a …

Kremlin Confirms Trump, Putin Phone Call
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has confirmed that arrangements are in progress for a telephone conversation between Russian Leader Vladimir Putin and United States Leader Donald Trump. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov informed a Russian news outlet on Saturday …

UN Chief Presses for Gaza Ceasefire, Unimpeded Humanitarian Aid
(MENAFN) United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, speaking at the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad, pressed for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, demanding the unconditional release of all hostages and unimpeded …

Trump Urges Walmart to Accept Tariffs
(MENAFN) On Saturday, U.S. Leader Donald Trump sharply rebuked Walmart for alerting consumers about possible price hikes and attributing them to tariffs enacted during his time in office. Trump dismissed the retailer's concerns, pointing out that Walmart …

Clashes Erupt in NYC Amid Nakba Day Protests
(MENAFN) On Thursday, hundreds of demonstrators advocating for Palestine gathered in New York City to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Nakba, resulting in confrontations with supporters of Israel. The event, deeply symbolic for Palestinians, …

British Veterans Challenge Everest with Xenon Gas Therapy
(MENAFN) Four ex-servicemen from the British Army, collectively referred to as the "xenon climbers," launched a bold expedition on Friday to conquer Mount Everest and return to London in just seven days, as reported by the media. Their effort is distinct …

UN Welcomes Istanbul Peace Talks
(MENAFN) The United Nations expressed approval of the recent discussions between Russia and Ukraine, held in Istanbul, describing them as a step forward in efforts to restore peace. A spokesperson for the UN, Stephanie Tremblay, noted on Friday that the …

Trump claims Putin is ‘at the table’ for Ukraine discussions
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to negotiate an end to the Ukraine conflict. In a recent Fox News interview, Trump stated that Putin "is at the table" and expressed a desire to resolve the war …

US administration plans on selling propaganda HQ
(MENAFN) The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, is moving forward with plans to sell the headquarters of the state-funded broadcaster Voice of America (VOA), according to a Bloomberg report released Thursday. The building, which also houses the …

UN Warns of Rising Missing Persons in Conflict Zones
(MENAFN) The United Nations voiced grave concern on Thursday regarding the increasing tally of individuals unaccounted for as a result of ongoing armed conflicts. The organization emphasized that this troubling trend presents a major challenge to achieving …