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Israel-Iran collision risks ‘catastrophe’
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has warned that Israeli threats to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities could spiral into a “catastrophic” conflict. Speaking to the Financial Times, Grossi...
Iran praises Russia for targeting US bombing threat
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) A senior Iranian lawmaker has expressed gratitude to Russia for standing against US threats related to Iran’s nuclear program. Abolfazl Zohrevand, a member of Iran's parliamentary Security and Foreign Policy Committee, told RT that...
Israeli Forces Kill More Palestinians Near Gaza Aid Distribution Site
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli forces on Wednesday killed 25 Palestinians near an aid distribution point in central Gaza, backed by Israel, as the military's relentless assault on the besieged enclave continued, medical sources told a news agency. Eyewitnesses...
Israeli cabinet minister instructs banks to disregard EU sanctions
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called on domestic banks to disregard European Union sanctions imposed on certain Israeli settlers, warning financial institutions of potential consequences if they comply with the EU’s...
Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Prime Minister of Canada
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June 13, 2025
CANADA, December 6 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Prime Minister Carney recognized the UAE’s leadership in artificial...
Israeli Minister Intrudes into Al-Aqsa Mosque
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday morning, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir forcefully entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex located in the occupied area of East Jerusalem. According to a concise announcement from the Islamic Endowment...
At Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit, Minister Fajon warns of detained civilians, including journalists
Slovenia Government
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June 11, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 11 - A complete and unconditional ceasefire is now more urgent than ever. It is equally essential to find those responsible for crimes committed: "The Russian leadership must be held accountable for war crimes, crimes against...
Syria Gives Access to Chemical Weapons Sites
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Izumi Nakamitsu, the United Nations' top official for disarmament affairs, expressed approval on Thursday regarding Syria’s fresh collaboration with international chemical weapons inspectors. The interim leadership in Damascus is now...
Minister Aaron Motsoaledi: Fourth Health Working Group Meeting of the South African G20 Presidency
South African Government
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June 11, 2025
Distinguished delegates, esteemed colleagues, and dear friends, On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of South Africa, it is with immense pride and a profound sense of shared purpose that I welcome you to the 4th G20 Health...
Egypt vows to protect St. Catherine’s Monastery
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Egypt reiterated its pledge to safeguard the religious status of the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery, nestled at the base of Mount Sinai in the Sinai Peninsula and officially linked to the Greek Orthodox Church. This commitment was...
As tension with Iran escalates, US Embassy prohibits employee travel
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Amid escalating regional unrest, the US Embassy in Israel has implemented new security restrictions for its personnel, according to official communications. Staff and their family members are now barred from traveling beyond the central...
Israel loses most committed EU backers
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany, traditionally one of Israel’s closest allies in Europe, is reassessing its military and trade relationship with the country, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. This unexpected shift comes as the humanitarian situation in Gaza...
Syria allows entry to chemical arms locations to international investigators
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The UN’s top disarmament official, Izumi Nakamitsu, on Thursday acknowledged Syria’s recent willingness to work with international inspectors by granting complete access to chemical weapons facilities. This development marks a shift in...
China Warns Citizens Against Working in Israeli Territories
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) China issued a public advisory on Wednesday cautioning its nationals in Israel against accepting jobs in settlements located in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. According to reports by state-run media, the government emphasized that...
U.S. Embassy in Israel Reports Travel Restrictions
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Israel released a security warning on Thursday, banning its personnel from journeys beyond the broader regions of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Beersheba. This measure comes in response to concerns over a potential...
Media reports former British Premier threatening ICC on Israel
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron reportedly warned the International Criminal Court (ICC) against pursuing arrest warrants for Israeli officials, threatening to cut funding and withdraw the UK from the court’s founding treaty, the...
Bitget Opens Doors for Syrian Users Enabling Full-Service Suite of Products
Chainwire
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June 12, 2025
Victoria, Seychelles, June 12th, 2025, Chainwire Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has now enabled the onboarding of Syrian citizens on the platform. This comes following the recent suspension of OFAC sanctions. Syrian...
Croatian Diplomat Gets Injured in Tel Aviv
MENAFN
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June 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Croatia’s consul stationed in Israel, along with his spouse, sustained wounds amid Iran’s ballistic missile offensive on Tel Aviv, according to Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlic Radman. The top diplomat confirmed the occurrence via a...
Memo: Governor Kathy Hochul’s Appearance Before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
New York State Office of the Governor
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June 12, 2025
TO: Interested Parties FROM: Office of Governor Kathy Hochul DATE: June 12, 2025 RE: Governor Kathy Hochul’s Appearance Before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform...
Bitget Opens Doors for Syrian Users Enabling Full-Service Suite of Products
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 12, 2025
VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has now enabled onboarding of Syrian citizens on the platform. This comes following the recent suspension of OFAC sanctions....