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Press releases published on June 16, 2025
Deadly Israeli Airstrike on Iran Kills Three IRGC Senior Commanders
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) In a dramatic escalation of regional hostilities, an Israeli airstrike has eliminated three senior commanders within Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) intelligence branch, an Iranian news agency reported Sunday evening. The IRGC …
More than 500,000 people get influenced by floods in Himalayan area
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have affected more than 500,000 people and left at least 36 dead in India's Himalayan region, authorities and media reports said on Monday. The northeastern states have been hard-hit by …
Iran says Zionist entity wants to sabotage Iran-US nuclear deal
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel is trying to prevent Tehran from reaching a nuclear deal with the US, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in his first press conference since the escalation between Israel and Iran. The sixth round of talks between Washington and …
Iran Uncovers Israeli-Linked Drone Workshop
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Iranian state media announced early Monday that security officials stormed a drone manufacturing facility allegedly operated by Israeli operatives in the city of Rey, located in Tehran province. The site, a three-story building situated to the …
US commerce secretary claims India’s defense trade with Russia has ‘rubbed US wrong way’
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) India’s longstanding arms procurement from Russia has become a point of contention for Washington, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said on Tuesday during the eighth US-India Strategic Partnership Forum. Lutnick explained that US President …
China Calls on Its Citizens to Exit Israel
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) As deadly exchanges between Israel and Iran intensify, China has issued a fresh security alert for its nationals in Israel, urging them to remain vigilant and heed local emergency guidance. The Chinese Embassy in Israel “once again reminds Chinese …
Erdogan phones Syrian Leader to discuss regional matters
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone conversation on Saturday with Syrian counterpart Ahmad al-Sharaa to discuss the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as broader regional and international matters, according to …
Minnesota Police Apprehend Suspect in Shootings of Two Lawmakers
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Minnesota law enforcement apprehended the man accused of fatally shooting two state legislators and injuring their spouses, ending a nearly 48-hour nationwide search, multiple outlets report. The suspect, 57-year-old Vance Boelter, was taken into …
Trump signals hope for diplomatic resolution between Israel, Iran
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Sunday about a forthcoming peace agreement between Israel and Iran. Speaking on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, “Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal,” signaling hope for …
UN Rights Chief Calls for De-escalation as Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, voiced serious alarm on Monday about the escalating military tensions between Israel and Iran, stressing the urgent need for de-escalation and diplomatic engagement. Addressing the 59th …
Chess player punches table due to astonishing defeat to Gukesh
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) In a dramatic showdown at Norway Chess on Sunday, 19-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju defeated Magnus Carlsen in classical chess for the first time in his career. The match seemed to be going in Carlsen’s favor as he held a strong position against the …
China Warns of War Impacting Middle East
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) China issued a cautionary statement on Monday, emphasizing that countries in the Middle East would be the “first to suffer” should the hostilities between Israel and Iran further intensify. During a live-streamed media briefing in Beijing, Foreign …
‘No Kings’ rallies take over US
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Organizers reported that over five million individuals participated in anti-Trump demonstrations across the United States on Saturday. Branded as the ‘No Kings’ rallies, the protests targeted the president’s immigration policies and recent public …
North Korea Blasts Japan’s War Legacy, Calls for Accountability
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, North Korea sharply criticized Japan, urging the nation to confront its historical actions and "liquidate its past" concerning its colonial domination of Korea from 1910 to 1945. This demand comes as the 80th anniversary of Japan's …
Israeli Defense Minister Threatens Iranian Residents
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel's defense chief issued a stern warning on Monday, pledging to escalate military operations against Tehran in response to the recent overnight missile offensive launched by Iran. In a strongly worded post on X, Israel Katz accused Tehran’s …
VPN signups increase in France following Pornhub blocking
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The use of VPN services in France has surged following the blocking of Pornhub and several other adult sites. The move comes just days before new regulations requiring platforms to implement age verification measures to keep minors from accessing …
Erdogan leads high-level security session in Ankara
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan led a high-level security session in Ankara on Saturday in response to recent hostilities between Israel and Iran, according to official statements. As stated by reports, the gathering centered on analyzing …
UN Rights Chief Urges De-escalation of Israel, Iran War
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk voiced serious unease on Monday regarding the growing military confrontation between Israel and Iran, urging immediate restraint and a shift back to diplomatic efforts. "The military escalation …
Brent Oil Prices Skyrocket Amid Iran-Israel Conflict
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Brent crude prices skyrocketed by more than 11% week-on-week on Monday amid the intensifying Iran-Israel armed conflict, underscoring rising concerns over energy supply stability in the Middle East. On June 9, Brent oil traded at $66.2 per barrel …
Police Arrest Suspect After Shooting Minnesota lawmakers
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Law enforcement officers in Minnesota on Sunday apprehended the individual alleged to have gunned down two state legislators and their partners, multiple news outlets reported. The accused shooter, 57 year old Vance Boelter, was taken into custody …