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Press releases published on May 11, 2025
EU aspirant stops bishop from Easter visit to Jerusalem
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Moldovan authorities have prevented a bishop from traveling to Jerusalem to participate in the Holy Fire ceremony ahead of Orthodox Easter, celebrated on April 20. The incident highlights ongoing religious tensions in the country, which, like …
Kremlin declares Ukraine energy attack moratorium is over
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The 30-day moratorium on strikes against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, brokered by the US, has officially ended, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. He stated that Russia has yet to announce any further actions after the expiration of …
U.S., China Conclude First Day of High-Level Trade Talks in Geneva
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) High-level discussions aimed at resolving trade disputes between the United States and China concluded their first day on Saturday evening in Geneva, Switzerland, a news agency reported. The lengthy meeting, commencing at 10 am local time (0800GMT …
Moscow reacts to Trump’s Ukraine war timeline
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks suggesting that Moscow will soon reply to a proposed peace deal with Ukraine. Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Friday that while the peace …
White S-African party wishes to mend ties with ANC
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) AfriForum, a prominent white South African group, is working to improve its relationship with the African National Congress (ANC) after tensions arose due to AfriForum's appeal to the United States to impose sanctions on ANC leaders. The …
Previous leader describes Moldova’s arrest of bishop on Easter ritual as ‘act of terror’
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon has sharply criticized the government of President Maia Sandu for detaining a senior Orthodox bishop ahead of Easter, calling it a grave offense against the country’s religious traditions. Bishop Marchel of the …
UN plans on investigating Moldova for stopping bishop’s Easter ritual
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations has launched a preliminary inquiry into Moldova's decision to prevent a senior Orthodox bishop from attending an Easter religious ceremony in Jerusalem. A spokesperson for the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights …
Trump Supports Higher Taxes for Ultra-Rich to Fund Economic Plan
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump is now backing a proposal to raise taxes on the nation's highest earners, according to multiple media reports that cite individuals close to the discussions. The move is intended to help balance the costs associated …
Vance says India-Pakistan war ‘none of our business’
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated on Thursday that Washington will not involve itself in the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan, calling it an issue that falls outside of American interests. Speaking to Fox News, Vance emphasized …
North Korea Criticizes Japan's Missile Training
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) North Korea has strongly criticized Japan’s decision to conduct a surface-to-ship missile drill this coming June on Hokkaido, its northernmost island, accusing it of harboring intentions to "launch a surprise attack on neighbors." The criticism …
Russian Orthodox Church criticizes Moldova for stopping bishop’s Easter visit
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The Russian Orthodox Church has sharply criticized Moldovan authorities for preventing a bishop from attending the Holy Fire ceremony in Jerusalem ahead of Orthodox Easter on April 20. Church spokesman Vladimir Legoyda called the action “ …
Massachusetts Welcomes Previously Detained Student Home
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish doctoral candidate Rumeysa Ozturk, enrolled at Tufts University, received a warm reception at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday. She was met by Massachusetts Senator Edward Markey and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley just a day …
Canada Pushes Russia Toward Honest Ceasefire
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Canadian Premier Mark Carney has called on Russia to "come to the table in good faith" and participate earnestly in a ceasefire agreement concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He emphasized that failure to cooperate could lead to the …
Media reports Russian ship-outs to US extremely increase
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Trade between Russia and the United States saw a sharp 50% increase in March, reaching $573 million, according to customs data cited by RIA Novosti on Thursday. The rise was largely driven by a surge in U.S. imports of Russian fertilizers and …
N. Korea’s Leader Reaffirms Support to Russia, Condemns "Kiev Neo-Nazis"
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited the Russian Embassy in Pyongyang to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany. During his visit, he solidified North Korea's support for Moscow, pledging to protect Russia from …
US, China Trade Talks Resume
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) High-level trade discussions between the United States and China wrapped up on Saturday evening in Geneva, Switzerland, and are scheduled to continue on Sunday, based on a report from the media. These deliberations mark a significant diplomatic …
Moscow says Ukraine ceasefire ‘unrealistic’ for meantime
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) A full ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is currently unlikely, according to Vassily Nebenzia, Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations. He pointed to repeated violations by Ukraine of a limited, U.S.-mediated agreement to stop strikes on …
Biden criticizes Trump’s first 100 days saying it is ‘worst ever’
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Former President Joe Biden has harshly criticized Donald Trump’s early presidency, calling his first 100 days in office “the worst ever,” during a recent interview with ABC News. Biden’s comments break the traditional grace period during which …
Moldovan govt gets accused of ‘spiritual terror’ following bishop’s Easter visit stopped
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Moldova’s main opposition party has strongly criticized the government for preventing a senior Orthodox bishop from attending a key Easter religious ceremony in Jerusalem, calling it “an unprecedented act of spiritual terror.” Bishop Marchel of …
Floods Leave Dozens Dead, Missing in DRC
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May 11, 2025
(MENAFN) About 62 individuals have been confirmed deceased and 50 others are still unaccounted for following destructive flooding that inundated villages along Lake Tanganyika in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province, …