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Press releases published on May 11, 2025

Algeria Takes Action, Expels Two French Intelligence Officers
(MENAFN) Algerian authorities expelled two French intelligence agents on Sunday for entering the country with “fake diplomatic passports,” marking a new chapter in the growing tension between the two nations. As reported by Algerian broadcaster, the two …

Former Brazil Coach Diniz Leads Vasco da Gama Through 2026
(MENAFN) Former Brazil national team coach Fernando Diniz has reportedly finalized an agreement to become the new head coach of Vasco da Gama, according to multiple media outlets. As reported by Globo Esporte on Thursday, the 51-year-old has signed a deal …

Top US, China Trade Talks Begin
(MENAFN) The initial day of important trade discussions between the United States and China ended on Saturday evening in Geneva, Switzerland, with further negotiations scheduled for Sunday, as reported by the media. The session, which started at 10 am …

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace
(MENAFN) On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed his support for the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, highlighting his hopes for a "lasting agreement" between the two South Asian nations. This statement was made during his inaugural Sunday prayer from the …

Slovak Premier Meets Putin, Criticizes Western Policies
(MENAFN) Slovak Premier Robert Fico recently engaged in discussions with Russian Leader Vladimir Putin following his attendance at the Victory Day commemorations in Moscow. These events, held on Red Square, marked the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s …

Erdogan, Macron Hold Key Discussions on Global Issues
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday to discuss both the state of bilateral relations and key global issues, including the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, according to Turkey’s …

Ceasefire Brings Peace to People Residing Near India-Pakistan Border
(MENAFN) People residing near the India-Pakistan border and along the Line of Control (LoC) experienced a rare peaceful morning on Sunday, as hostilities ceased following four days of intense military exchanges. The fragile peace has offered significant …

Zelensky rejects recognizing Russia’s Crimea
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has firmly rejected any possibility of recognizing Crimea as part of Russia, calling the topic non-negotiable and unconstitutional. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, as reported by Ukrainian outlet Suspilne, …

Putin Discusses Growing Relations with Egypt
(MENAFN) During a summit at the Kremlin on Friday, Russian Leader Vladimir Putin underscored the enduring alliance and record-setting commerce between Russia and Egypt, referring to Egypt as one of Moscow’s “key partners in Africa.” The meeting with …

Putin Signals Readiness to Talks with New German Chancellor
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to engage in talks with newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz if Berlin signals interest, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Saturday. The statement came in response to Merz’s recent …

Treasury Secretary Warns of Possible US Default
(MENAFN) Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has cautioned that the US could default on its financial obligations by the close of summer. In a letter to Congress on Friday, he urged lawmakers to take action either by raising or suspending the debt ceiling – …

Putin’s present to Trump unveiled
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin gifted former U.S. President Donald Trump a symbolic portrait that captures the moment Trump raised his fist after surviving an assassination attempt in July 2024. CNN has now obtained and published the image of …

Russia conforms Trump aide’s upcoming trip
(MENAFN) Russia has confirmed that Steve Witkoff, a key special envoy for US President Donald Trump, will be visiting the country later this week. The visit was initially reported by American media last week, and Yury Ushakov, an advisor to Russian …

Russia, China Advance Plans for Key Gas Pipeline
(MENAFN) Russian Leader Vladimir Putin and Chinese Leader Xi Jinping have agreed to accelerate progress on the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline initiative, according to Deputy Premier Aleksandr Novak. This development comes after top-level discussions held …

Ukrainian MP declares Kiev aware its purchasing Russian gas
(MENAFN) Ukraine is knowingly purchasing Russian natural gas supplied to Western Europe through the TurkStream pipeline, according to Aleksey Kucherenko, the first deputy head of Ukraine’s parliamentary energy committee. Although President Vladimir …

Kremlin highlights terms for discussions with Kiev
(MENAFN) If Ukraine wants to engage in future peace talks with Russia, it must first revoke its own ban on negotiations with President Vladimir Putin, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. The comments came after President Putin expressed a …

Moscow declares expedited Ukraine peace agreement unlikely
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has dismissed the idea of swiftly reaching a peace agreement with Ukraine, despite recent remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting a deal could be finalized within the week. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Tuesday …

Vietnam, Russia Forge Stronger Strategic Partnership
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and the head of Vietnam’s Communist Party, To Lam, signed a joint declaration in Moscow aimed at strengthening their countries’ comprehensive strategic partnership, according to the Kremlin. The agreement focuses …

Namibia Bolsters Sports Governance to Enhance Olympic Performance
(MENAFN) Namibia is taking steps to improve governance and coordination in its sports sector, aiming to enhance the country’s performance at international events, including the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, according to a top government …

Latvian Authorities Respond to Victory Day with Detentions
(MENAFN) During events held on May 9 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the triumph over Nazi Germany, Latvian law enforcement apprehended eight individuals and initiated 67 administrative proceedings, as per local news reports. Authorities cited the …