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U.S., UK Forge New Trade Deal
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, the United States and the United Kingdom formalized a new trade agreement, which President Donald Trump praised as equitable for both nations. Trump emphasized that the deal will "produce a lot of jobs, a lot of income," adding...
Washington Cancels Russia-U.S. Diplomatic Talks
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Washington has abruptly canceled a highly anticipated Russia-U.S. meeting that was intended to address and resolve ongoing irritants in their bilateral relations, according to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova on...
U.S. Stocks Edge Up Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, U.S. stock markets rebounded strongly as investors began to shake off the initial shock triggered by the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.75%, adding 317.30 points to close...
U.S. Defense Secretary Directs Troop Deployment to Middle East
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that he authorized the rapid deployment of additional military assets to the Middle East over the weekend in response to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Hegseth took to X...
U.S. Equities Bounce Back Amid Tensions
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) American share markets finished higher on Monday as market participants appeared to start rebounding from the initial jolt caused by the Israel Iran hostilities. The benchmark Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.75 percent, adding...
Tariffs and U.S.-Canada relations are the top financial concern for seniors: new research from HOOPP and Abacus Data
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
TORONTO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Geopolitical instability and the ongoing trade dispute with the United States have emerged as a major financial concern for Canadians and is having an impact on people’s retirement planning, according to...
Serco Awarded $105 Million Contract to Continue Supporting the U.S. Navy’s Amphibious Warfare Program Office
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
HERNDON, Virginia, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, engineering, and management services, announced today that the Company was awarded a recompete contract to continue providing support to the...
ADVISORY: Paris Air Show 2025: Ohio Hosts Leading Aerospace Companies, U.S. Department of Transportation for Panel Discussions and Media Events at Global Industry Conference
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
PARIS, France, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ohio is North America’s premier location when it comes to supporting the global and domestic aerospace, aviation and defense industries. In Ohio, aerospace companies can design, build and fly (in...
U.S., Iran Consider Diplomatic Talks
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is reportedly engaged in conversations with Iran regarding the potential for a meeting this week between American representative Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, as shared by a news outlet on...
Media Reports U.S. Could Hold Meeting with Iran This Week
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is reportedly exploring the possibility of a high-stakes meeting this week between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to a media outlet on Monday. Four insiders familiar with...
US Delays Next Round of US, Russia Talks
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has deferred planned bilateral discussions with Moscow that were intended to reduce friction and restore the proper functioning of diplomatic missions, according to a statement issued Monday by Russian Foreign Ministry...
US “unprecedented” deploying of aerial tankers in Middle East
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has reportedly dispatched over 30 aerial refueling tankers across the Atlantic toward the Middle East, according to reports. This move has been described as “unprecedented,” raising speculation about potential deeper US...
President Cyril Ramaphosa attends G7 Summit Outreach Session in Canada, 17 Jun
South African Government
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June 17, 2025
President Cyril Ramaphosa has this afternoon, 15 June 2025, arrived in Canada to participate in the G7 Summit Outreach Session, scheduled to take place on the margins of the G7 Leaders Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada on 17 June 2025. The...
US defense sends off extra military resources to Middle East
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Monday that he ordered the deployment of additional military resources to the Middle East over the weekend, citing increased threats in the region as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to...
Washington delays diplomatic negotiations with Moscow
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) Washington has delayed a scheduled round of bilateral consultations with Moscow intended to ease tensions and restore diplomatic operations, according to a statement by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on Monday. The...
S-Africa condemns Israeli assaults on Iran
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The South African government has condemned Israel’s attacks on Iran last Friday, which reportedly struck military sites, nuclear facilities, and civilian infrastructure. Iran described the attacks as a declaration of war, while US...
Relax in Comfort Partners with JPMedics to Launch Exclusive Line of Advanced Japanese Massage Chairs in the U.S.
EIN Presswire
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June 17, 2025
Premium Retailer Aligns with Global Leader in Japanese Massage Technology to Offer the New Kozue and Kaze Duo Models ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Relax in Comfort, America’s original back care and wellness...
Prime Minister Carney meets with President of the United States Donald J. Trump
Prime Minister of Canada
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June 16, 2025
CANADA, June 16 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. Prime Minister Carney and President Trump discussed immediate trade...
Global Women’s Assembly Features 125 Climate Justice Experts & Practitioners from 50 Countries
EIN Presswire
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June 17, 2025
As the climate crisis accelerates, women leaders will come together to uplift climate solutions across multiple sectors CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Virtual — From June 23 to 28, the Women's Earth and Climate Action...
Trump Cuts G7 Trip Short, Heads Back to Washington
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump will head back to Washington, DC, later Monday, concluding his involvement in the G7 summit held in Canada, according to an announcement from the White House. "President Trump had a great day at the G7, even...