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Press releases published on May 17, 2025
Fatal Bus-Truck Collision in Peru Claims Lives
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A tragic road accident in the southern Peruvian city of Azangaro, within the Puno department, resulted in the deaths of at least eight individuals late Thursday, according to local news reports on Friday. The collision between a minibus and a …
European Powers Pledge Support for Moldova's Democratic Path, Resilience
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Top European leaders have reiterated their commitment to supporting Moldova's democratic path and resilience. Following a meeting with Moldovan President Maia Sandu at the European Political Community summit in Albania on Friday, key figures from …
Turkey holds discussions on Russia, Ukraine ceasefire
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Reaching a conclusion on Friday, top level peace negotiations held by turkey within expansive attempts to settle the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reported in his Introductory speech to the delegations …
Ukraine, Russia Reach Landmark Prisoner-of-War Exhange Accord
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced Friday that Kyiv and Moscow have reached an accord for the most extensive prisoner-of-war exchange since the beginning of their conflict. Speaking to reporters in Istanbul, Umerov underscored that …
UK Economy Outperforms Forecasts with Strong First Quarter Growth
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) New data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Thursday revealed that the UK economy has outperformed market forecasts, experiencing a robust 0.7 percent increase in GDP during the first quarter of 2025. This positive result …
S. Korea Pushes Washington to Scrap Extra Tariffs
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea has renewed its appeal to the United States, urging President Trump's administration to eliminate additional tariffs imposed on the East Asian nation. Seoul's renewed pressure comes as the country navigates a period of political …
Iran, EU Officials Discuss Nuclear Talks in Istanbul
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Iranian and European representatives convened on Friday in Istanbul to review the condition of Iran’s atomic activities and explore strategies to avoid heightened tensions. This dialogue occurred at the Iranian Consulate General in the Turkish …
Trump Warns Iran Over Nuclear Offer
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Leader Donald Trump stated on Friday that Iran has been presented with a nuclear agreement by the United States, cautioning that “something bad” could occur if swift action is not taken. Speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One upon his …
Afghanistan, Russia Forge Deal across Several Sectors
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Afghanistan and Russia have formalized their intent to collaborate across several key sectors, signing five memoranda of understanding on Friday. The agreements, spanning transportation, commerce, and energy exploration, were reached during a …
Iran, EU Officials Discuss Nuclear Talks in Istanbul
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Iranian and European representatives convened on Friday in Istanbul to review the condition of Iran’s atomic activities and explore strategies to avoid heightened tensions. This dialogue occurred at the Iranian Consulate General in the Turkish …
Israeli Strikes Kill Over 100 Palestinians in Gaza within 12 Hours
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Palestinian officials reported a devastating surge in casualties in the northern Gaza Strip following intense Israeli attacks over the past half-day. The Civil Defense in Gaza stated on Friday that the Palestinian death toll from these strikes had …
UN Report Reveals 295M Grapple with Acute Food Insecurity
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent report issued by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and its collaborators reveals a concerning trend: global food insecurity and malnutrition continued their upward trajectory in 2024. The report indicates that a …
Fatal Gas Leak Rattles Osaka Refinery
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Tragedy struck the ENEOS Sakai Refinery in Sakai City, Osaka, this Saturday morning as a gas leak claimed the life of one worker and left two others requiring hospital treatment, according to local news outlets. Emergency responders were alerted …
AI Breakthrough: Scientists Deploy AI to Rescue Rare Parrot
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Scientists in New Zealand have achieved a significant milestone in the effort to save the critically endangered kakapo, successfully employing artificial insemination to enhance fertility and safeguard the species' limited genetic pool. A …
Libya's Tripoli Protests Target Government Amid Official Resignations
MENAFN
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) A significant demonstration against the Government of National Unity (GNU) unfolded here on Friday, coinciding with reports of several high-ranking government officials stepping down, according to local news outlets. A broadcaster detailed that …
Trump Slams Supreme Court Ruling Against Venezuelan Deportations
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May 17, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday after it prevented his administration's attempt to rapidly deport Venezuelan immigrants by utilizing a statute enacted during wartime. "The Supreme Court of the United States …
SHARC Energy Enters Into Short Term Loan Agreement
GlobeNewswire
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May 17, 2025
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SHARC International Systems Inc. (CSE: SHRC) (FSE: IWIA) (OTCQB: INTWF) ("SHARC Energy" or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into a short-term working capital …