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Press releases published on June 23, 2025
Hot air balloon causes death of eight people in Brazil
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) In Praia Grande, a popular tourist spot in the southern Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, eight people lost their lives on Saturday when a hot air balloon carrying tourists caught fire and crashed, according to regional authorities. The balloon …
Laos Rolls Out Nationwide Campaign to Curb Student Dropouts
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Ministry of Education and Sports in Laos convened a four-day workshop starting Monday, aiming to design a powerful nationwide campaign that underscores the importance of education, curbs student dropouts, and broadens access to fundamental …
Tunisia Slams U.S. Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Tunisia has forcefully condemned the overt Israeli aggression targeting Iran, alongside the recent U.S. missile strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, according to an official declaration from the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued Monday. The …
Putin Describes Attacks on Iran as Acts of Aggression
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday characterized the recent assaults on Iran as an “unprovoked aggression” that lacked any legitimate foundation. “The absolutely unprovoked aggression against Iran has no basis and no justification,” Putin …
Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Strikes Kill Nearly 56,000 Palestinians
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Media reports that since October 2023, the devastating conflict waged by Israel has claimed the lives of at least 55,998 Palestinians, according to the Health Ministry’s update on Monday. In the past 24 hours alone, 39 bodies were delivered to …
Italy Urges NATO to Engage with Global South
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto emphasized on Friday the necessity for NATO to evolve in response to shifting global dynamics. Speaking to a news agency, Crosetto stated, “If NATO was born to guarantee peace and mutual defense, either it …
Russia Signals Readiness to Support Iran
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has expressed its readiness to assist Iran in multiple ways amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, contingent on Tehran’s specific requirements, the Kremlin announced Monday. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov explained during a …
Ishiba Withdraws from NATO Meeting
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Premier Shigeru Ishiba on Monday called off his planned trip to this week’s NATO leaders’ gathering after U.S. bombings of Iranian atomic facilities, a news outlet reported. Ishiba is now the second of the four Asia-Pacific partners— …
Cambodian Premier Visits 3,850 Citizens After Deadly Thailand Border Clash
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Monday paid a visit to over 3,800 citizens who had relocated to a safety zone in Preah Vihear province following a recent skirmish along the Thai border. The evacuation followed heightened tensions after …
Masked gunmen kill bride in France
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) A tragic shooting occurred on a bride’s wedding night in the village of Goult, near the southeastern French city of Avignon, when masked gunmen opened fire, local authorities report. The 27-year-old bride was killed during the attack, while the …
Jordan’s king phones British PM
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Jordan’s King Abdullah II highlighted the critical need for enhanced international efforts to restore peace in the region during a phone call with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The King reaffirmed that Jordan will neither allow its land to …
Egyptian, Bahrain Presidents discuss Iran, Gaza situation over phone
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) On June 21, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa held a phone conversation focusing on pressing regional issues, particularly the tensions involving Iran and the Gaza Strip. According to official …
U.S. Reveals Law for Student Visa Applicants
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. State Department has unveiled fresh regulations for student visa applications, mandating that foreign applicants make their social media accounts publicly visible. These modifications broaden the scope of checks for individuals aiming to …
South Africa Demands Peace Talks After U.S. Strikes on Iran
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa has voiced deep concern about the United States’ recent military actions targeting Iranian sites, urging all involved parties to engage in dialogue to halt the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. A statement from the South African …
Japan Cautions Over 'Stronger’ Earthquake
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan on Monday called on its population to remain vigilant for the possibility of a "stronger" earthquake after over 180 tremors were detected close to the country's southwestern Tokara island chain throughout the weekend, according to a news …
Thousands march in Rabat to show solidarity with Palestinians
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) In Rabat, thousands of Moroccans gathered in the city center on Sunday to demonstrate their support for the Palestinian cause amid rising regional tensions. Many participants wore Palestinian keffiyehs and waved both Moroccan and Palestinian flags …
Romania’s Pro-Western Bloc Promises Reforms by 2028
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Romania's leading political forces came together Monday to seal a coalition agreement for a new pro-Western government, set to steer the country from 2025 to 2028. The deal emphasizes structural reform, stronger democratic institutions, and a …
Romania’s President Taps Illie Bolojan as New PM
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Media reports that Romanian President Nicusor Dan named seasoned liberal politician Illie Bolojan as the new prime minister on Friday. Expressing gratitude toward Bolojan and the coalition of liberal parties negotiating a pro-Western reform …
Colombia's army states fifty-seven soldiers got kidnapped
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Colombian military authorities reported that 57 soldiers were taken hostage by civilians in the Micay Canyon area in the country’s southwest. Thirty-one soldiers were captured on Saturday, with the remaining 26 abducted on Sunday by a group …
Israel Launches Fresh Airstrikes on Iran’s Fordo Nuclear Site
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel carried out new airstrikes targeting the Fordo nuclear facility located south of Tehran on Monday, according to Iranian media reports. A representative from the Qom Province Crisis Management Headquarters stated, “Moments ago the aggressor …