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Trump enacts entry ban on third world countries
(MENAFN) In a move citing national security threats, former U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation barring citizens from a dozen nations from entering the United States. The measure, announced on a Wednesday, also introduced limited...

Trump prohibits residents of dozen nations from US
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a new proclamation barring citizens from 12 countries, including Iran, Afghanistan, and Yemen, from entering the United States. The full travel ban, which will take effect on June 9, cites national...

Orban declares Hungarians won’t die for Ukraine
(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has reaffirmed his opposition to the European Union’s military support for Ukraine, declaring that Hungary has no intention of sacrificing its people for the conflict. Speaking at a rally of EU...

Decorated Veteran Lt. Col. Darin Gaub, New Book Offers Unflinching Reflection on Truth, Faith, and Freedom
“VERITAS VINCIT: A Soldier’s Perspective on Truth, Faith, Family, and Freedom” Now Available on Amazon DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Lt. Col. (Ret.) Darin Gaub, a decorated U.S. Army veteran, geopolitical...

UN Raises Alarm as Global Displacement Hits Unprecedented Peak
(MENAFN) More than 122 million people are currently uprooted worldwide, forced to escape conflicts they did not initiate and climate disasters they did not create, only to face tightening borders, shrinking humanitarian aid, and weakening global...

South Carolina Sheriff’s Department will kick-off Independence Day 2025 with annual workout at the S.C. State House
The July 4 event honors fallen U.S. Soldier and Richland County Deputy Ryan Rawl COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Registration is open for the 13th-annual RYAN RAWL MEMORIAL WORKOUT to be held Friday, July 4, at...

US General describes Pakistan as ‘phenomenal partner’ in counterterrorism
(MENAFN) General Michael Kurilla, head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), described Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism during a testimony to the US House Armed Services Committee on Tuesday. Kurilla explained that with limited US...

AMMWEC Announces Changemakers Award Recipient for July 21st Conference in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that Mr. Adam Reingold and The House of Ruach Foundation, will be honored as a...

TEDxWilmington Speaker Dr. Travis Hearne Reveals 'The Fountain of Youth' Through Combat-Tested Leadership Philosophy
Marine Corps Veteran's Revolutionary "Life Cycle of Positive Expansion" Shows How Facing Adversity Head-On Can Add Years to Your Life WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Travis Hearne, Marine Corps combat...

Field Marshal Asim Munir’s U.S. Visit Marks Strategic Milestone Amid Regional Escalation
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The following is a statement by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Pakistan: In a high-level visit of considerable diplomatic significance, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff...

Dormitory Strike in Tehran Injures Twenty
(MENAFN) At least 20 individuals were hurt on Sunday after an Israeli drone assault struck a student residence hall in Iran’s capital, Tehran, Iranian state television stated. Further particulars were not instantly released, though the dormitory...

Envoy to Ukraine becomes Germany’s new head of Foreign Intelligence Service
(MENAFN) Martin Jager, Germany’s ambassador to Ukraine, is poised to become the new head of the country’s Foreign Intelligence Service (BND), according to Der Spiegel. His appointment is expected to bring a boost in funding and greater flexibility...

59th session of the Human Rights Council on gender equality and the rights of women and girls
SLOVENIA, June 16 - This year's session of the UN Human Rights Council will focus on gender equality and the prevention of discrimination and violence against women and girls. The Council will also address a number of other key issues, including...

June 13, 2025 - Attorney General Miyares Leads Coalition of 52 AGs to Protect Veterans’ Education Benefits
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of the Attorney General Jason S. Miyares Attorney General 202 North 9th Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-2071 FAX 804-786-1991 Virginia Relay Service 800-828-1120 For media inquiries only, contact: Chloe...

U.S. Prepares to Expand Travel Ban, Targets Over Thirty Countries
(MENAFN) The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a significant broadening of its travel restrictions, potentially barring entry from an additional 36 countries, according to a confidential memo from the US State Department. This memo,...

US General Considers Pakistan as Counterterrorism Ally
(MENAFN) General Michael Kurilla, the head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), has praised Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in the ongoing fight against terrorism. Speaking before the US House Armed Services Committee, Kurilla acknowledged...

US Ambassador Concludes Diplomatic Assignment in Russia
(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Moscow announced on Thursday that Ambassador Lynne Tracy will wrap up her diplomatic role in Russia “soon.” This development occurs as Washington and Moscow move forward with another phase of discussions aimed...

Wytrwal Industries Celebrates 250 years of the U.S. Army
Veteran owned defense contractor honors the long history of the world’s best Army MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Wytrwal Industries Holding Company, LLC (“Wytrwal”) is honored to celebrate the 250th anniversary of...

Warriors Heart announces New ‘Healing Warriors’ Documentary during PTSD Awareness Month
Warriors Heart announces a new documentary “Healing Warriors” with powerful recovery stories filmed at Warriors Heart Virginia’s 520-acre campus. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In sync with PTSD Awareness...

Call Sheet Media Announces New Script on Robert Smalls, Civil War Hero and American Legend
Script by Navy Officer and Historian Dr. Barry J. Brock Offers a Definitive and Powerful Portrayal of a Man Who Changed the Course of a Nation HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Call Sheet Media proudly announces...