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Press releases published on May 17, 2025
Media reports India rebuting Trump over ‘zero tariffs’ allegation
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that New Delhi is close to finalizing a trade agreement that would eliminate tariffs on American goods. According to Indian media, Jaishankar clarified that …
Trump issues threat to Russia with ‘crushing’ sanctions
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Washington will impose severe new sanctions on Russia if it fails to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine. His comments came shortly after the first direct talks between the two countries since 2022. In …
UK general gets accused of murders cover-up
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) General Gwyn Jenkins has been appointed as the new First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff by the British government, with the decision officially endorsed by King Charles III on Thursday. His promotion comes despite unresolved allegations …
Ukrainian gets accused of arson assault on British Premiers house
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A Ukrainian national has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life following a series of fires in London, one of which occurred at a residence tied to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the Metropolitan Police announced on …
Subjects discussed throughout Istanbul discussions get unveiled
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Moscow has expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the Istanbul talks and is ready to resume contact with Kiev, according to Vladimir Medinsky, Russia’s chief negotiator. Following the discussions on Friday, Medinsky revealed that the sides …
EU nations want mandatory social media age verification
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) France, Spain, and Greece are leading efforts to implement mandatory age verification for social media platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter), according to a report by Bloomberg. The proposed rules would require all devices connected to …
Trump claims former FBI chief requested his ‘assassination’
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has accused former FBI Director James Comey of posting a social media message that implied a call for his "assassination." Comey shared an image of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47" in a now-deleted Instagram …
Trump wants to get together with Putin ‘as soon as it can be set up’
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has expressed his readiness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the earliest opportunity, highlighting the need to address the ongoing Ukraine conflict. During his Middle East tour in the United Arab Emirates …
Kiev’s supporters ‘frustrated’ by Trump’s view on Ukraine discussions
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) European NATO allies are reportedly frustrated with US President Donald Trump’s inconsistent stance on Ukraine peace talks, which is complicating their efforts to apply pressure on Russia, Bloomberg reported on Friday, citing sources. The …
Romanian presidential frontrunner criticizes ‘authoritarian’ Macron
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) George Simion, the Romanian presidential frontrunner and Euroskeptic, has accused French President Emmanuel Macron of attempting to undermine democracy in Romania ahead of Sunday’s presidential runoff. Simion, who has been a vocal critic of the …
Moody’s downgrades US’ credit rating for first time since 1917
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Moody’s has downgraded the United States’ credit rating for the first time since 1917, citing growing concerns about the country’s ability to manage its debt. The agency lowered the rating from the highest possible level of AAA to Aa1, aligning …
India demands Pakistan’s nukes to be taken under IAEA watch
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has called for Pakistan’s nuclear weapons to be placed under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), questioning the safety and responsibility of Islamabad’s nuclear posture. Speaking …
Analyst says exposing sexual misconduct claims against ICC prosecutor is ‘suspicious’
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Geopolitical analyst Alessandro Bruno has expressed skepticism over the timing of sexual assault allegations made against International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan, describing it as "extremely suspicious." In an interview with …
Finland contemplates subjecting older nationals to army service
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Finland’s Defense Ministry has put forward a proposal to increase the maximum age for military reservists to 65, as part of a broader trend of increased militarization among NATO states in Europe. According to a statement released on Wednesday, …
US removes sanctions on Russia-associated worldwide oil project
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. government has lifted certain sanctions, allowing American and international companies to resume operations linked to a major Russia-involved oil export route. The Treasury Department issued General License No. 124 on Thursday, which …
Dillard’s, Inc. Announces $0.25 Cash Dividend
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May 17, 2025
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS-NYSE) (the “Company” or “Dillard’s”) announced that the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the Class A and Class B Common Stock of the Company. The …
ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages UnitedHealth Group Incorporated Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm– UNH
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May 17, 2025
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE: UNH) between December 3, 2024 and May 12, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class …
ROSEN, LEADING TRIAL COUNSEL, Encourages NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – NSSC
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May 17, 2025
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC) between February 5, 2024 and February 3, 2025, both dates inclusive (the …
ROSEN, REGARDED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Viatris Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – VTRS
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May 17, 2025
NEW YORK, May 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) between August 8, 2024 and February 26, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of …
‘Ghost’ gets booted from Italian parliament
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) An Italian opposition lawmaker was forcibly removed from parliament on Wednesday after staging a protest dressed as a ghost to criticize alleged government efforts to suppress voter participation. Riccardo Magi, a member of the +Europa party, wore …