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Press releases published on August 16, 2025
French interior minister denounces arson attack on Muslim prayer hall
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau condemned an attempted arson at a Muslim prayer hall in Châtillon-sur-Seine, eastern France, on Friday. “Last night in Châtillon-sur-Seine, individuals tried to set fire to a Muslim prayer hall. My …
Russian officials criticize Western media for overblown reaction on Alaska's summit
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian officials have criticized Western media for what they call an overblown reaction to US President Donald Trump’s warm reception of Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova …
Trump states Ukraine's war should end permanently
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump said the conflict in Ukraine should end with a permanent peace agreement rather than a temporary ceasefire, following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Trump described his nearly three …
Moscow vows to help Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger in fighting terrorism
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has pledged to assist Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger in tackling terrorism and armed groups destabilizing the Sahel, the Russian Defense Ministry announced. The commitment was made during the first defense consultations between Russia and …
Trump states Ukraine's war be resulted soon
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump described his recent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska as a “warm meeting” and indicated that the conflict in Ukraine may be approaching a resolution. Speaking to a news agency, Trump praised the …
UN Security Council opposes RSF announcement of parallel government in Sudan
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The UN Security Council has rejected the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) announcement of a parallel government in areas under their control. Since April 2023, fighting between the RSF and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has stalled the country’s …
Meta's AI is being investigated for inappropriate language with minors
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US lawmakers are launching an investigation into Meta, the parent company of Facebook, following reports that its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots could engage minors in conversations with romantic or sexual undertones. Senator Josh Hawley (R …
Zelensky reveals plan to go to Washington next week
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he will travel to Washington next week for face-to-face discussions with US President Donald Trump, following a “long, meaningful conversation” on the phone that lasted about 90 minutes after …
Virginia’s candidates fight about debating plans
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Candidates in Virginia’s closely watched governor’s race remain at odds over the timing and location of a key debate, according to local reports. The upcoming election in the bellwether state, set for this fall, comes one year after President …
Turkish new social media app aims to attract local, global users
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Next Sosyal, a new social media platform developed by the Turkish Technology Team (T3), aims to attract users both in Türkiye and internationally, the T3 Foundation Board chair told Anadolu. Elvan Kuzucu Hidir explained that the platform provides …
Kremlin shows footage of US fighter jets accompanying Putin's airplane
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin released footage showing US fighter jets accompanying Russian President Vladimir Putin’s aircraft as it crossed the Bering Strait, following his summit with President Donald Trump in Alaska. The jets appeared to have launched from …
Modi responses to Pakistan's nuclear threats
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned Pakistan that India will no longer tolerate “nuclear blackmail” amid Islamabad’s alleged threats of using nuclear weapons in a military confrontation. Speaking at Delhi’s Red Fort on Independence Day, …
Hillary Clinton to Nominate Trump for Nobel Under Condition
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Ex-U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton stated on Friday that she would put forward President Donald Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize if he managed to resolve the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict—without Ukraine having to surrender any land to …
Modi vows to ‘stand like a wall’ to protect India’s farmers
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to “stand like a wall” to protect the nation’s farmers during his Independence Day speech at Delhi’s Red Fort. His remarks come as trade negotiations with the US face hurdles after President Donald Trump …
French Minister Condemns Targeting Muslim Prayer Site
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau on Friday strongly criticized an attempted firebombing of a Muslim place of worship in the eastern municipality of Châtillon-sur-Seine. "Last night in Châtillon-sur-Seine, individuals attempted to set fire …
Putin states possibility of nuclear deal with US
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin said a strategic nuclear arms deal with the US could be possible if progress is made on resolving the Ukraine conflict, ahead of his meeting with President Donald Trump in Anchorage, Alaska. The New START treaty, …
Mali detains French national accused of spying for France’s intelligence services
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Mali has detained a French national accused of spying for France’s intelligence services in an alleged attempt to overthrow the country’s transitional government. Security Minister Daoud Aly Mohammedine said Yann Vezilier was part of a “small …
Turkish Social Platform Aims for Global Reach
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The newly introduced social networking site Next Sosyal, created by the Turkish Technology Team (T3), is expected to gain widespread popularity both within Türkiye and internationally, according to the chair of the T3 Foundation Board in an …
Putin states root causes of war must be addressed
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) A lasting resolution to the Ukraine conflict requires addressing its root causes, respecting Russia’s legitimate concerns, and restoring a fair global security balance, Russian President Vladimir Putin said during a joint press conference with US …
Lavrov states Russia is ready to present well-defined position at Alaska meeting
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August 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is prepared to present a well-defined position at the upcoming summit between President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, which will primarily focus on the Ukraine conflict, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said. In an interview …