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Press releases published on May 11, 2025

Ukraine Signals Readiness for 30-Day Truce with Russia
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced on Saturday that Ukraine is prepared to enter a "full and unconditional" 30-day ceasefire with Russia, beginning Monday. Sybiha made the announcement on the social media platform X after engaging …

Russian MPs criticize EU aspirant for stopping bishop`s Easter trip
(MENAFN) Russian legislators have strongly criticized Moldovan authorities for stopping an Orthodox bishop from traveling to Jerusalem to retrieve the Holy Fire ahead of Easter. Bishop Marchel of the Moldovan Orthodox Church stated that police delayed him …

Pope Leo XIV Demands Church Engagement with AI
(MENAFN) In his inaugural official address to the College of Cardinals, newly elected Pope Leo XIV emphasized the necessity for the Catholic Church to engage with the rapidly advancing realm of artificial intelligence (AI), according to the media. The pope …

World marks 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat by Red Army, its allies
(MENAFN) As the world marks the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat by the Red Army and its allies, a lesser-known but significant story about a musical masterpiece emerges. This story reveals how Dmitri Shostakovich’s Seventh Symphony, a symbol of …

Poland LOT Airlines Extends Israel Flights Suspension
(MENAFN) Poland’s flagship airline, LOT, announced on Saturday that it will continue to suspend all flights to and from Israel until May 18. This decision is part of a broader response to the ongoing Houthi missile attacks, which have targeted Ben Gurion …

EU aspirant stops bishop from Easter visit to Jerusalem
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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’
(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
(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
(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’
(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
(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 …

Massachusetts Welcomes Previously Detained Student Home
(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 …

Russian Orthodox Church criticizes Moldova for stopping bishop’s Easter visit
(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 “ …

Canada Pushes Russia Toward Honest Ceasefire
(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
(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"
(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 …