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Saudi Arabia Showcases Potential Unicorns at VivaTech Paris, Highlighting the Kingdom’s Growing Innovation Power
PARIS, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monsha'at, Saudi Arabia's Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority, led a group of five potential Saudi unicorns SMEs to participate in VivaTech 2025, Europe’s leading technology and innovation...

Iranian President Confirms Stance on Nuclear Program
(MENAFN) Iranian Leader Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed on Wednesday that his nation remains steadfast in the face of what he called “American arrogance” concerning its nuclear ambitions. In a statement given to an official news outlet, Pezeshkian...

Iran Vows Retaliation if Europe Pursues “Anti-Iran” IAEA Resolution
(MENAFN) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi issued a stern warning Wednesday, cautioning that Tehran will respond forcefully if France, Britain, and Germany persist in pushing an "anti-Iran" resolution at the International Atomic Energy...

To the participants of the First Congress of Oncologists of the Member States of the Organization of Turkic States
AZERBAIJAN, June 13 - 13 June 2025, 10:35 I extend my sincere greetings on the occasion of the commencement of the First Congress of Oncologists of the Member States of the Organization of Turkic States in Baku and wish each of you success in your...

Iran Signals Imminent Nuclear Agreement Ahead of U.S. Talks
(MENAFN) Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Wednesday that a potential nuclear agreement with the United States is “within reach,” signaling fresh momentum ahead of a new round of negotiations set for Sunday in Muscat, Oman. The...

Turkish Roketsan Finalizes Major Agreement with Indonesia
(MENAFN) Turkish missile manufacturer Roketsan has finalized two significant agreements with Indonesia’s PT Republik Defence Indonesia. The contracts cover the supply of the ATMACA Anti-Ship Missile as well as a collaborative production program,...

Iran praises Russia for targeting US bombing threat
(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...

Stream Advisory Rescinded for the Walnut River from Highway 54 south of El Dorado to Turkey Creek
Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for the Walnut River from where it passes under Highway 54 south of El Dorado to the confluence with Turkey Creek that was issued June 5. The stream advisory was a...

Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
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...

Turkish Treasury Reports Robust Cash Surplus in May
(MENAFN) The Turkish Treasury reported a robust cash surplus of 247.12 billion Turkish liras ($6.3 billion) for May 2025, according to an announcement by the Treasury and Finance Ministry on Tuesday. In May alone, cash revenues skyrocketed by 31%...

Egypt vows to protect St. Catherine’s Monastery
(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...

UN Watchdog Declares Iran in Breach of Nuclear Accord
(MENAFN) The United Nations' nuclear oversight body has determined that Iran is in breach of its global non-proliferation duties. This conclusion led the agency’s Board of Governors to pass a resolution officially recognizing the country as...

As tension with Iran escalates, US Embassy prohibits employee travel
(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...

To the participants of the 2nd Meeting of Ministers and Heads of Institutions in Charge of Family Affairs and Social Policy of the Organization of Turkic States on the theme “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Sustainable Development and Traditional …
AZERBAIJAN, June 12 - 12 June 2025, 10:36 Distinguished participants of the meeting, I warmly greet you on the occasion of the opening of the 2nd meeting of the Ministers and Heads of Institutions in charge of Family Affairs and Social Policy of...

UN Nuclear Watchdog Declares Iran Breaches Nuclear Obligations
(MENAFN) The United Nations’ nuclear oversight body delivered a sharp rebuke to Iran on Thursday, determining that the country is breaching its commitments under international non-proliferation agreements. This conclusion has led the International...

Concerns Rise Over Iran’s Nuclear Goals
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated on Wednesday that there are "plenty of indications" pointing to Iran possibly advancing toward creating a nuclear weapon. Speaking at a Senate hearing, he responded to a question posed by...

IAEA says Israel threats against Iran is possible to spiral
(MENAFN) The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has cautioned that escalating threats from Israel against Iran’s nuclear facilities could spiral into a disastrous conflict. According to reports, the situation...

Israel Considers Attacking Iran
(MENAFN) Israel is reportedly evaluating the possibility of launching a military assault on Iran, as friction continues to escalate between Tehran and Washington over Iran’s nuclear ambitions, according to American media reports on Thursday. A...

Sixth Round of U.S.-Iran Indirect Talks Resumes in Oman
(MENAFN) Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi announced on Thursday that the sixth round of indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran is set to take place this Sunday in Muscat. He shared the update via...

Italian President Urges Arab Action for Gaza
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Italian Leader Sergio Mattarella condemned the deteriorating humanitarian and political conditions in Gaza as "unacceptable," emphasizing the necessity for immediate global intervention. He highlighted the importance of...