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Macron urges for ‘boots on the ground’ in Ukraine
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed that European forces participate in future peacekeeping operations in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to maintain a “strong army” with Western support. He made the remarks in Washington …
Canada’s July Inflation Eases to 1.7 Percent
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Canada’s annual inflation rate eased to 1.7% in July, slipping from June’s 1.9% increase, according to Statistics Canada on Tuesday. The deceleration in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) was primarily driven by a sharp drop in gasoline prices, which …
Zelenskyy Holds Talks on Security Guarantees
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in two separate phone conversations on Tuesday, addressing key political and security matters. He spoke with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store and European Council President Antonio Costa, …
South Korea’s Foreign Debt Hits USD735.6B in Q2
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s foreign debt surged for the second consecutive quarter, reaching $735.6 billion by the end of June, driven by sharp increases in both short- and long-term borrowing, Bank of Korea (BOK) data revealed on Wednesday. The country’s …
Media reports Switzerland proposing Putin immunity for Ukraine peace discussions
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Switzerland has suggested it would permit Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend potential Ukraine peace negotiations on its territory without facing arrest under the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, according to media reports. The …
Turkish Airlines, Air Europa Seal USD349M Investment Deal
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Airlines, Türkiye’s national carrier, confirmed Tuesday that its binding offer, involving a €300 million ($349 million) investment, to acquire a minority stake in Spain’s Air Europa has been officially accepted. "In this regard, we have …
US ICE removes social media uploads about deporting Ukrainians
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deleted social media posts that showed Ukrainians being deported from the United States, coinciding with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s visit to Washington. The posts, shared Tuesday on X …
Texas Democrat Defies GOP Rules, Spends Night at State House
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) A Texas Democratic lawmaker made a bold stand on Monday by choosing to spend the night inside the state House rather than comply with new Republican-imposed restrictions, according to media. State Representative Nicole Collier rejected the …
OpenAI eliminates virtual spouses
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The release of OpenAI’s new GPT-5 model has triggered an outcry among users who say the upgrade has disrupted the AI companions they had come to see as romantic partners. Unlike human relationships, AI chatbots offer constant attention, …
Trump reaffirms no return of Crimea, no NATO for Ukraine
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that it is “impossible” for Crimea to return to Ukraine or for the country to join NATO. Trump told Fox …
Lavrov confirms Trump received invitation to Russia
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has confirmed that US President Donald Trump received a formal invitation to visit Moscow from President Vladimir Putin during their recent summit in Alaska. Speaking to Rossiya 24 on Tuesday, Lavrov said …
Merz rejects Ukrainian territorial concessions
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has firmly rejected the idea of Ukraine ceding territory to Russia as part of potential peace negotiations, stressing that such choices must be made solely by Kiev. Russia, however, continues to insist that any …
India’s Modi, China’s Foreign Minister Reaffirm Push for Stronger Ties
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a crucial meeting on Tuesday with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who also serves on the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and directs the Central Commission for …
Israeli Settlers Try to Establish Settlement in Golan
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) A group of young unauthorized Israeli settlers, involved in the ongoing seizure of Palestinian territories, made an attempt to create a new settlement outpost in Syria’s Quneitra governorate. This area lies within the disengagement zone of the …
Anchorage, White House meetings signals important meaning for world
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Alaska, often known for its icy wilderness rather than iconic landmarks, recently hosted a US-Russia summit that mirrored the state’s paradoxical character: a seemingly cold exterior concealing deeper warmth and engagement. At first glance, the …
UK envoy states Zelensky must demonstrate ‘flexibility’
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) British Ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson has called on Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to adopt a more flexible approach during peace negotiations with Russia, suggesting that Western security guarantees could help him manage domestic …
Israeli settlers try to illegally seize new Palestinian lands
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) A group of young Israeli settlers reportedly tried to establish a new settlement in the Quneitra governorate, located within the disengagement zone of the occupied Golan Heights, according to reports. Footage shared on social media shows the …
EU chiefs fly to Washington begging to be cucked
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) European leaders traveled to Washington this week pressing for “security guarantees” for Ukraine—an effort critics say reflects the EU’s growing dependence on Washington’s lead. When discussions of a potential peace deal first surfaced earlier …
Witkoff Says Russia Almost Made Early Concessions
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian representatives reportedly offered compromises "almost immediately" during last week's high-level discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, according to American diplomat Steve Witkoff. …
Trump views Ukraine peace agreement as road to heaven
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has linked his push to end the Ukraine conflict with hopes of securing a place in heaven, framing his peace efforts as both a humanitarian and personal mission. Speaking by phone with Fox News on Tuesday, shortly after …