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Prime Minister and Kellogg discussed defense cooperation and sanctions policy

Acting Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed further deepening of defense cooperation and sanctions policy during a meeting in Kyiv with U.S. Assistant to the President and Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg. According to Ukrinform, this …

Prime Minister Shmyhal Departs After Five-Year Tenure

Ukraine’s parliament had voted to dismiss Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal after his five-year stint at the position on Wednesday, July 16. Shmyhal submitted his resignation a day prior amid a major government shakeup, where he is expected to take up the role …

You won’t believe which Trump family member is Zelensky’s key ally in DC, hint - she's based out of White House

In a surprising turn of events, it seems that Melania Trump is playing a big part in changing her husband's mind about the Ukraine conflict. As President Donald Trump agrees to give more military aid to Kyiv, insiders say the first lady has been …

Bahrain announces $17 billion investment in US as Trump welcomes crown prince at White House

16 July 2025, 18:42 President Donald Trump (L) greets Crown Prince of Bahrain Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa as he arrives outside the West Wing of the White House on July 16, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Picture: Getty Bahrain and the US have announced a trade …

Expert details clue in White House flagpole walk that lays bare Trumps health crisis

09:58 ET, 16 Jul 2025Updated 10:00 ET, 16 Jul 2025 Donald Trump appeared to be in a "tetchy mood" as he returned to the White House following an energy and innovation event in Pittsburgh on Tuesday, a body language expert has noted. Video footage …

White House's Top Shipbuilding Advisor Departs

  Ian Bennitt, the former congressional staffer hand-picked to run the Trump administration's shipbuilding policy push within the National Security Council, has reportedly departed his post amidst an internal shakeup. Reuters first reported the news, …

Foreign Minister Georgiev Meets Armenian High-Tech Industry Minister Ahead of Bilateral Commission Session

Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev met with Armenian Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said here Wednesday.  Hayrapetyan is on an official visit to Bulgaria for the ninth session of the Bulgarian-Armenian …

Latvian prime minister on Trump's NATO deal and new Russia sanctions

The Kyiv Independent's Deputy Chief Editor Oleksiy Sorokin spoke with Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa during her visit to Kyiv on July 15, following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of his deal with NATO to arm Ukraine and his threat …

On MSNBC's Deadline: White House, Angelo Carusone discuss how callers to MAGA shows are reacting to Trump's sudden "...

NICOLLE WALLACE (HOST): If you find that out, you're gonna know a lot. So what would you do if you wanted to find that out? Might you, I don't know, release the Epstein files? That was then and this is now. Given comments like that, it is no …

Melania’s Eastern European Roots Shaping Trump’s New View On Putin?

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump on July 14 credited First Lady Melania Trump—who was born behind the Iron Curtain and still holds an EU passport—for shaping his growing skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s …

France, Italy, Czech Republic, Hungary don’t plan to participate in NATO program to purchase weapons from USA for ...

Denmark and Germany have so far agreed to participate in the new format of arms supplies to Kyiv, proposed by US President Donald Trump, while France, Italy, the Czech Republic and Hungary have refused, Western media reported on Wednesday. In addition, …

Ukraine's new prime minister will be Yulia Svyrydenko, an economy minister known for finalising a natural resources deal ...

Ukraine's parliament votes to dismiss prime minister in wartime reshuffle

Zelensky submits Svyrydenko‘s nomination as prime minister to Ukraine’s parliament

Zelensky Asks Trump For U.S. Nukes In Ukraine; ‘Victory Plan’ Sparks White House Storm

'They Took Away My Son's...': Russian Woman Reveals Key Secrets, Her Kids' Father Tracked Down Russian national Nina Kutina, who was recently found living in a cave in Gokarna with her two young daughters, has revealed she gave birth to one …

Ukraine ready for talks with Russia: foreign minister

A strike by Russian forces on Wednesday on a shopping centre and market in Dobropillia, a town near the front line of the 40-month-old war, killed two people, injured up to 27 and caused widespread damage, local officials said.

Trump's evolution on Putin and NATO

President Trump has turned a corner on the Russia-Ukraine war this week, announcing a deal to send weapons to Ukraine via NATO and giving Vladimir Putin an ultimatum to make peace. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, speaks …

Ukraine's parliament dismisses prime minister and his cabinet

The Ukrainian parliament on Juĺy 16 voted to accept Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal's resignation, thus dismissing his government and starting a cabinet reshuffle. The move comes after President Volodymyr Zelensky tapped First Deputy Prime Minister and …

Zelensky submits Sviridenko’s nomination as prime minister to Ukraine’s parliament

MOSCOW, July 16. /TASS/. Vladimir Zelensky has officially submitted Yulia Sviridenko’s nomination as Ukraine’s prime minister to the Verkhovna Rada (parliament), Rada member Alexander Kachura said. "The Rada has received Yulia Sviridenko’s …

Faith Leaders and Finance Experts Unite to Address Africa's Mounting Debt Crisis

A critical examination of economic justice and Africa's escalating debt crisis CAPE TOWN, UT, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20), the world's leading organization focused on the …

Bangladeshi-Canadians Organize Human Chain in Vancouver On July 20th To Denounces Violence in Gopalganj, Bangladesh

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Global Justice Network Foundation, along with members of the Bangladeshi-Canadian community, will host a human chain demonstration at the Vancouver Art Gallery. The event is being …

Tariffs Fuel Surge in Renewed Smartphones Across Europe and the US Amid Rising New Device Costs

Escalating Trade Barriers Prompt Global Wholesalers to Embrace Cost-Effective Alternatives for Resilient Supply Chains UNITED KINGDOM, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global trade tariffs continue to rise, contributing to the increasing …

Black Female Republican Sharifah Hardie Launches Official Support Page for California Governor 2026 Campaign

Sharifah Hardie launches official fan page for her 2026 California Governor campaign, urging supporters to join, engage, and donate today. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharifah Hardie, the trailblazing Black …

Sherry 'Strut' Strothers Announces Intent to Run for North Las Vegas City Council, Ward 1

30-year Navy veteran and Realtor outlines vision for housing, veterans’ services, and community growth ahead of 2026 election NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sherry “Strut” Strothers, a 30-year U.S. Navy …

Dao Prize Announces New $30K Award for DOGE Reporting, Welcomes 2025 Guest Judge Vince Coglianese

The Dao Prize, recognizing excellence in investigative journalism, announces a new Special Annual Award for DOGE Reporting on government waste. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Journalism Center ( …

Javier Palomarez, President & CEO of the USHBC, Endorses Dignity Act of 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) is proud to endorse the bipartisan DIGNIDAD (Dignity) Act of 2025, introduced by Congresswomen Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and …

Comprehensive CURD Plan Aims to Resolve Russo-Ukrainian War with Double-Victory Approach

The CURD Plan offers Ukraine & Russia a joint path to peace, then allows them to declare separate victories. Learn more at curdplan.docngu.net. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Russo-Ukrainian War persists …

Iran at a Crossroads: War, Survival, and the Future of the Islamic Republic

Could this be the beginning of a new chapter for Iran’s foreign policy—and for its pro-democracy movement? Gönül Tol speaks with Dr. Vali Nasr, one of the world's leading experts on the Middle East, to unpack the aftermath of the 12-Day War. Together, …

Argent LNG Launches EPC Review and Pre-Filing Process with FERC to Advance Flagship U.S. LNG Project in Port Fourchon

METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Argent LNG, an independent U.S.-based LNG developer pioneering a new model for low-carbon energy infrastructure, announced today that it has initiated a comprehensive EPC partner …

TACORI in Partnership with Unicorn Jewelry Unveils Comprehensive Engagement Ring Guide

Southern California Customers Gain Trusted Access to TACORI’s Handcrafted Bridal Collections SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TACORI, the renowned California-based fine jewelry designer, has released its official …

One Water Systems Supports Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Spring Fling Gala to Promote Community and Compassion

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One Water Systems, a San Diego–based leader in eco-friendly water filtration, proudly participated as a sponsor of the Spring Fling Gala 2025, hosted by the Helen Woodward Animal …

Policy Paper: Creating more “safe” countries and frontloading the Pact

ECRE has published a policy paper on the various amendments to the Asylum Procedures Regulation (APR) that have been put forward by the European Commission in 2025. The proposed reforms relate to the creation of an EU-wide list of safe countries of origin …

OSCE Secretary General Concludes Official Visit to Rome

OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu has concluded his first official visit to Rome, where he participated in the Ukraine Recovery Conference and held a series of high-level bilateral meetings. These included discussions with Antonio Tajani, Vice …

Evidence of human rights violations in Ukraine increases amid escalating attacks by Russian armed forces, OSCE human ...

WARSAW, 15 July 2025 – Intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities by the Russian Federation continue to result in a sharp increase in civilian casualties, while the systematic torture of Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war persists and a growing number …

Asset recovery key to countering illicit financial flows, OSCE event highlights

On 15 July 2025, the OSCE held a side event in Vienna focused on strengthening asset recovery efforts to combat illicit financial flows across the region. The event, organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department (TNTD) and the Office of the Co- …

OSCE Mission to BiH Deputy Head visited Mostar today

MOSTAR, 16 July 2025 – The Deputy Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Zahid Movlazada, visited Mostar today to engage with local and international stakeholders and to underscore the Mission’s commitment to supporting constructive …

OSCE field operations foster regional inter-municipal co-operation against domestic and gender-based violence

Around 50 representatives from municipalities, law enforcement, judiciary, social services and civil society from Kukës and Dragash/Dragaš gathered in Kukës to strengthen co-operation in addressing domestic and gender-based violence, on 16 July 2025. …

NDSC Applauds Former Officials Urging Congress to Stop Dismantling of Education Department and IDEA Block Granting

CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) commends the former Presidential appointees responsible for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) under …

‘We Will Not Wait’ – Dunham House founder announces plans for new national memorial to honor service members

Colonel John Folsom lays out plans to build permanent national memorial honoring more than 6,500 U.S. service members OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new national memorial to honor America’s fallen warriors is …