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Press releases published on June 1, 2025
South Korea Reports Decline in Exports Due to U.S. Tariffs
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea has reported a 1.3% decline in exports for May compared to the previous year, ending a three-month period of growth, amid concerns that the US’s so-called "reciprocal" tariff policies are impacting its trade, according to recent media …
Ex-Central Bank Chief Addresses Cash in Russia
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Despite the advancement of digital currencies, Russia is unlikely to completely abandon physical money, according to the former governor of the nation’s central bank. Sergey Dubinin, in a recent conversation with a news agency, emphasized that …
Austria warns of increasing illiteracy
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) According to the EU nation’s government statistics office, Austria is facing a concerning trend, with nearly a third of its population struggling with reading skills. The situation is especially pronounced among individuals employed in positions …
Oman Delivers US Nuclear Proposal to Iran
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Oman's Foreign Minister, Badr Al-Busaidi, visited Tehran on Saturday to convey a message from the United States concerning the continuing indirect discussions over Iran's nuclear activities. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the …
French Interior Minister Faces Criticism
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau is under fire following his characterization of Paris Saint-Germain supporters as “barbarians” during their Champions League celebrations. His remarks came after PSG secured a commanding 5-0 win against …
Poland’s Presidential Runoff Prepares Shaping Domestic Reforms
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) As Poland heads toward Sunday’s decisive presidential runoff, political observers emphasize that the result of the closely contested race between liberal candidate Rafal Trzaskowski and conservative contender Karol Nawrocki could significantly …
China Slams U.S. Role in South Sudan Sanctions Resolution
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A Chinese diplomat launched a fierce critique of the United States on Friday regarding its management of a Security Council resolution on sanctions related to South Sudan. During discussions over the draft resolution, African members of the …
China refuses to equate Taiwan with Ukraine war
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The Chinese Embassy in Singapore expressed strong opposition to equating Taiwan with the Ukraine conflict, responding to comments made by French Leader Emmanuel Macron. During a speech at a defense forum in Singapore on Friday, Macron emphasized …
Trump Set to Reveal New NASA Head
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House announced Saturday that President Donald Trump is set to reveal a new candidate to lead NASA, following his withdrawal of Jared Isaacman, a billionaire and close Elon Musk ally, from consideration. On his Truth Social platform, …
Former Ukrainian Premier secures top Moscow academic post
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Nikolay Azarov, former Prime Minister of Ukraine, has been elected as an academician by the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), Russia’s premier scientific institution. Azarov, a Doctor of Geological and Mineralogical Sciences and professor at …
Asia’s Top Figures Condemn U.S. Tariff Policies
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Political figures and ex-heads of state from across Asia have voiced serious concerns about U.S. tariff policies, emphasizing the need for stronger regional solidarity to tackle common economic challenges. At the 30th "Future of Asia" forum in …
German FM claims defeating Russia can’t be achieved
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has acknowledged that defeating Russia militarily was never a realistic goal due to its nuclear capabilities. In an interview with Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ), Wadephul stated that from the outset of the …
Germany's Missile Support to Ukraine Raises Questions
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Amid ongoing diplomatic endeavors to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, speculation has intensified over Germany’s potential decision to supply Taurus missiles to Ukraine. These rumors have propelled the missile system into public focus …
Trump Assures Macron “Fine” Following Viral Slap Incident
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has assured that French President Emmanuel Macron is “fine” following a widely circulated clip showing his wife, Brigitte Macron, seemingly slapping him aboard their plane. The video, which rapidly gained attention …
Syrian president receives threat by militants who put him in power
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The very militant groups that helped install Syria's new interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, after the fall of Bashar Assad, are now turning against him and may threaten his rule, The Washington Post reported on Saturday. Militants, led by Hayat …
EU Blasts U.S. Over 50 Percent Steel Tariffs Hike
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Commission (EC) on Saturday launched a fierce critique of the United States’ recent decision to escalate steel import tariffs from 25% to a staggering 50%, cautioning that this aggressive move could trigger immediate counteractions …
US Supreme Court order endangers migrants
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court removed a lower court order that had preserved humanitarian parole protections for over 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The court also allowed the Trump administration to withdraw …
Deadly Fire Sweeps Through Hospital in Germany, Casualties Reported
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A deadly overnight fire tore through a hospital in Hamburg’s Hohenfelde district, claiming the lives of three patients and leaving more than 50 others injured, according to local officials on Sunday. Emergency services reported that the blaze …
Teacher Gets Sentenced for Pro-Russian Remarks
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A Czech court has issued a seven-month suspended prison sentence to a former educator who expressed pro-Russian sentiments during a classroom session, according to local media coverage on Thursday. The individual, Martina Bednarova, has also been …
Pentagon worker detained over attempting to leak confidentials over Trump grievances
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) employee has been arrested for allegedly trying to pass classified information to a foreign government due to his disapproval of former President Donald Trump’s policies, according to the Department of …