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Iran: NUJ condemns Israeli attack on state broadcaster
National Union of Journalists
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June 17, 2025
The union has joined the International Federation of Journalists in condemning targeted Israeli strikes against the headquarters of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) in Tehran. At least two Iranian journalists, Nima Rajabpour and...
Turkey Describes Attack on Iranian Media as 'barbaric'
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, Turkey’s Communications Director Fahrettin Altun strongly criticized Israel’s assault on Iran’s state broadcaster, describing it as “barbaric.” Altun took to X to condemn what he referred to as "Israel's attack on the official...
Israel “systematically targeted and destroyed” Gaza’s health-care infrastructure
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The British Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee held a session with humanitarian workers and health professionals to discuss the dire situation in Gaza. Tanya Haj-Hassan, a pediatric intensive care doctor with Medical Aid for...
Considerable space for multifold increase in trade exchange with Egypt
The Government of the Republic of Serbia
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June 17, 2025
Prime Minister Professor Đuro Macut, MD, DSc, stated in Cairo today that the implementation of the Free Trade Agreement between Serbia and Egypt is a new chapter in bilateral relations.
EarlyHealth Group Acquires Corena to Drive $100M Growth in Türkiye’s Life Sciences Sector
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
ANKARA, Türkiye, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EarlyHealth Group, a global pharmaceutical service provider, today announced the acquisition of Corena Ecza Deposu, Türkiye’s leading pharmaceutical distributor, strengthening its position as one...
Kamada Confirms Continuous Global Business Operations and Products Availability Despite Recent Events in the Middle East
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
REHOVOT, Israel and HOBOKEN, N.J., June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kamada Ltd. (NASDAQ: KMDA; TASE: KMDA.TA), a global biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of marketed products indicated for rare and serious conditions and a leader in the...
China Calls on Iran, Israel to Return to Diplomatic Negotiations
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) China has called for an immediate halt to hostilities between Israel and Iran, urging both nations to return to diplomatic negotiations and avoid further escalation in the Middle East. Speaking at a press briefing in Beijing on Tuesday,...
Istanbul Conference Discusses Issues in Middle East
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) An international gathering focused on worldwide rivalry in the Middle East began on Monday at Bogazici University in Istanbul, aiming to delve into the transformation of commerce routes and recent global shifts. The two-day event, named...
Gaza Pleads for Aid as Iran-Israel Conflict Grabs Spotlight
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) As military tensions between Iran and Israel intensify, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are gripped by growing fear that the worsening conflict will deepen their humanitarian crisis and further sideline their longstanding struggle. In Gaza...
Trump cuts short G7 summit due to escalation in Middle East
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is cutting short his visit to the G7 summit in Canada, citing the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran as the reason for his early departure, the White House announced Monday. White House Press Secretary...
Thai PM Announces Plan to Fully Evacuate Citizens from Israel
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced on Tuesday that the nation is fully equipped to evacuate its citizens from Israel as tensions escalate between Iran and Israel. Addressing the media after a cabinet meeting,...
Czech Special Aircraft Transports Over Sixty People from Israel
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A Czech military special aircraft transporting 66 evacuees from Israel touched down early Tuesday morning at Prague-Kbely Airport, Czech Defense Minister Jana Cernochova confirmed, assuring that all passengers are unharmed. The Ministry...
South Africa Criticizes Israeli Attacks on Iran
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The administration voiced “profound” alarm over Israeli strikes on sites inside Iran last Friday, encompassing alleged hits on defense zones, atomic facilities, and non military infrastructure. That same day, AFP stated that Iran labeled...
US, Israel Rift Widens Over Iran’s Nuclear Timeline
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States and Israel are significantly at odds over how near Iran is to acquiring a nuclear weapon. While American intelligence evaluations indicate that Tehran is still several years away from that capability, Israeli officials...
U.S., Israel Divide Over Iran Nuclear Weapon Progress
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States and Israel are sharply at odds regarding how close Iran is to developing a nuclear weapon, with US intelligence assessments suggesting Tehran remains years away, while Israeli leaders warn of an immediate danger,...
Czechia, Poland, Lithuania Gear Up to Evacuate Nationals from Israel
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Czechia, Poland, and Lithuania revealed on Monday that they are moving quickly to evacuate their citizens from Israel as tensions escalate in the region due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. According to media, which cited...
Russia Warns of Worsening Israel, Iran War
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, warning that the confrontation is intensifying swiftly and has reached a stage of “absolute unpredictability.” Moscow urged both nations to...
France Restricts Israeli Defense Firms at Air Show
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel has sharply criticized France for limiting the participation of several Israeli arms producers at the Paris Air Show, describing the action as "anti-Semitic," "discriminatory," and politically motivated. The incident has sparked...
India Plans Evacuation for Students in Iran
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The Indian government is arranging to shift some of its nationals studying in Iran to “safer places” within the country, while also examining “other feasible options” to guarantee their protection, the foreign affairs ministry stated on...
International Relations and Cooperation urges de-escalation between Iran and Israel
South African Government
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June 17, 2025
South Africa expresses deep concern regarding the escalation of hostilities between the State of Israel and Islamic Republic of Iran. We extend our deepest condolences to the peoples of both nations suffering from the tragic loss of life. South...