Press Releases

U.S. in Talks with Afghanistan to Restore Bagram Air Base, Trump Says

(MENAFN) On Friday, President Donald Trump revealed that his administration is currently engaged in talks with Afghanistan regarding the potential restoration of a limited American military footprint at the Bagram airfield. "We'll see what happens...

Elderly British Couple Gets Freed from Afghan Detention

(MENAFN) An older British pair held in Afghanistan has been set free by the temporary Taliban leadership on Friday after Qatar stepped in to mediate. Afghan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Abdul Qahar Balkhi stated that Barbie Reynolds, aged 76, and...

Trump Issues Threat to Afghanistan Over Bagram Airbase

(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a forceful ultimatum Saturday, warning Afghanistan of severe consequences if it fails to return control of the strategic Bagram Airbase. "If Afghanistan doesn't give Bagram Airbase back to those that...

John Reid for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia endorsed by VFAF Veterans for America First said J. Shayne Snavely

J. Shayne Snavely National Ambassador and VFAF VA State Chapter Vice President announced the endorsement of John Reid for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From the press...

Germany Explores Process for Afghan Deportations

(MENAFN) Berlin is reportedly negotiating an arrangement to establish a system for returning Afghans to their homeland, according to a tabloid. German authorities are engaging in direct discussions with the Taliban in Qatar and are planning to...

Carpet and flooring industry unites in Istanbul: ICFE kicks off in January

ISTANBUL, Oct. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Now in its third edition, the International Carpet & Flooring Expo (ICFE) — previously known as CFE, has rapidly established itself as one of the most important meeting points for the sector worldwide....

The European Union and OSCE strengthen medical capabilities of Tajik Border Troops in Khorog, GBAO

With the support of the European Union, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe concluded a Strengthening Medical Capabilities course for 29 officers (15 women and 14 men) of the Border Troops of the State Committee for National Security of the...

Eleven security personnel get murdered in clash in Pakistan

(MENAFN) At least 11 Pakistani security personnel, including two officers, were killed during a clash with militants in the northwest of the country, the military reported on Wednesday. According to a statement from the military’s media wing, the...

US Leaders Join Global Voices for Peace Begins at Home Summit - Oct. 29

New York, Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On 29 October 2025, the inaugural Peace Begins at Home Summit will bring together 26 speakers from 17 countries for a one-day global virtual gathering that asks a radical question: what if peace truly...

Global Donors Get Pressed to Talk to Taliban for Economic Relief

(MENAFN) Global contributors, particularly from European countries, were called upon Friday to intensify negotiations with the Taliban-led interim government in Kabul in order to cushion the blow of US financial assistance reductions in...

Clash Between Pakistani Security Forces, Militants Claims Eleven Lives

(MENAFN) At least 11 Pakistani military personnel, including two senior officers, were killed during a fierce firefight with militants in the country’s northwest, the military announced on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the...

Jadoo IPTV Service Drops An Offer That Is Changing How We Watch TV

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jadoo IPTV has introduced a new way for people to access television content from around the world. A new subscription model is now available that simplifies how viewers enjoy their favorite shows...

Mindful Nutrition Observes World Mental Health Day with Special One-Day Event

In recognition of World Mental Health Day, Mindful Nutrition will be hosting a special one-day event on October 10th, offering customers 30% off sitewide. NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, October 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of...

Pakistan’s strategic defense pact with Saudi Arabia: A new security architecture in the wider Middle East

The Saudi-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, signed on September 17, 2025, is a significant regional development. MEI has published several articles that provide different perspectives on the defense pact. For other analysis, please see...

"Young Women for Peace" Initiative Showcased in Vienna: OSCE and EU Empower Women from Central Asia

Eighteen young women peacebuilders from Central Asia and Afghanistan came together in Vienna this week for the final regional event of the Young Women 4 Peace (YW4P) Initiative, a flagship programme of the OSCE Gender Issues Programme, funded by...

UN Human Rights Council concludes its 60th session

SLOVENIA, October 8 - As a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, Slovenia highlighted the need to uphold international law and drew attention to violations of the principle of the universality of human rights – the situation in the...

BTR: Intelligence in the Gray Zone – Rethinking U.S. Strategy in the New War on Cartels

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States has entered a new phase in its fight against transnational organized crime. When the federal government formally designated criminal cartels as foreign...

Greta throws focuses on Gaza genocide following her release

(MENAFN) Swedish climate and human rights activist Greta Thunberg made her first public remarks on Monday after being freed from an Israeli prison, where she was allegedly assaulted and forced to kiss the Israeli flag, according to reports....

Sweden bolsters humanitarian assistance with SEK 775 million

SWEDEN, September 29 - Published 29 September 2025 The humanitarian situation in the world is serious. War, conflict and famine are affecting millions of people, at the same time as funding for life-saving efforts is decreasing. Together with the...

China, Taliban Condemn Trump’s Bagram Air Base Remarks

(MENAFN) China and the Taliban have criticized US President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding the potential reclamation of Afghanistan’s Bagram Air Base. Trump stated that he is engaging in discussions with Afghan authorities on the matter,...