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Press releases published on April 3, 2025
Lavrov declares Putin to visit India
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an official visit to India, with preparations for the trip underway, as announced by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday. …
Ukraine’s previous top general says NATO’s ‘Article 5’ does not effectively exists
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine's former top general, Valery Zaluzhny, has asserted that NATO’s Article 5, which guarantees collective defense for its members, does not effectively exist. Speaking as Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK, Zaluzhny stated during a meeting with …
Zelensky strongly criticizes Trump envoy
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has strongly criticized Steve Witkoff, former U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East, accusing him of spreading “Kremlin narratives.” Zelensky made the remarks in an interview with …
Italian Officials Criticize U.S. Tariffs Imposed on EU
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni expressed her disapproval of the United States for implementing tariffs on the European Union, describing it as a “wrong measure.” Her comments followed an announcement by United States Leader Donald …
S-African politician claims BRICS relations more robust following US assistance cuts
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The cessation of US foreign aid to South Africa has been described as a “wake-up call” and a chance for transformation by South African politician and youth activist Khalid Muhammad. In an interview with RT, Muhammad, who serves as the Western …
Lavrov Highlights Root Causes of Ukrainian Conflict
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Wednesday that Russia seeks to solve the Ukrainian war, emphasizing that addressing its "root causes" is essential in any potential solution. In a joint press conference with his Vietnamese peer, …
Critic of Moldova's pro-Western government denounces her arrest
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Yevgenia Gutsul, a strong critic of Moldova's pro-Western government and leader of the autonomous Gagauzia region, has denounced her arrest, claiming the charges against her are politically motivated. Gutsul was detained on Tuesday at Chisinau’s …
Serbia declares Russia to investigate ‘sonic weapon’ occurrence
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Serbia is preparing for a visit from Russian experts to investigate allegations that a "sonic weapon" was used during recent mass protests. Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin announced that Russian specialists from the Federal Security Service …
US seeks ‘proper way’ to relink Russia to SWIFT
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has confirmed that Washington is exploring various options, including potentially reconnecting Russian banks to the SWIFT network, as part of its broader sanctions review. This comes after Moscow requested that …
Italian electrical leading company declares return to Russia
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Italian household appliance manufacturer Ariston has announced its return to the Russian market, marking it as the first major Western company to do so after exiting in 2022. The move comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on …
Indian FM affirms country ‘immensely values’ relations with Russia
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) India values its close ties with Russia, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar declared on Thursday during a video address at the Russia and India Conference in Moscow. Jaishankar reiterated India’s commitment to deepening this partnership, especially in …
NATO director provokes confusion on ‘dead’ American troops
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Four US Army soldiers went missing during a training exercise in Lithuania near the Belarusian border on Tuesday, and their fate remains unconfirmed by the Pentagon. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte sparked confusion by expressing condolences for …
Zelensky talks about ‘hatred of Russians’
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has openly acknowledged that his "hatred" of Russians is one of the key psychological factors motivating him to continue the fight against Moscow. In an interview with the French daily Le Figaro, published on …
White House Considers Iranian Proposal for Indirect Nuclear Talks
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House is currently considering an Iranian suggestion for indirect nuclear discussions while also bolstering US military presence in the Middle East, as reported by US officials. This approach, which combines diplomatic efforts with …
Detained Students Get Transferred to Controversial Detention Centers in Louisiana
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Nearly three international students who were detained by U.S. authorities have been moved to isolated immigration detention facilities in Louisiana that have been criticized for ongoing human rights violations, according to reports from American …
Amazon reportedly makes last-minute attempt to buy TikTok
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Amazon has reportedly made a last-minute offer to buy the popular social media platform TikTok in the United States, according to a media report. This development comes as the Chinese-owned app faces an impending April deadline to either divest …
European Commission Leader Criticizes Trump's Global Tariffs
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed strong disapproval on Thursday regarding United States Leader Donald Trump's recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on countries worldwide, calling them a "major blow" to the global economy …
Germany calls for 'comprehensive investigation' into killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The German government has called for a “comprehensive investigation” into the killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, an incident that has drawn widespread international condemnation. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, Deputy Foreign …
Trump enacts order imposing global tariffs
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump enacted a directive on Wednesday, fulfilling his long-standing pledge to impose reciprocal tariffs on nations worldwide—a move that has contributed to months of market volatility. Under the order, a minimum 10 percent …
FSB claims Kiev’s spies disguised as US think-tank employees
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian intelligence services are reportedly posing as members of the prestigious US think tank, RAND Corporation, in an attempt to recruit sources within Russia, according to the Federal Security Service (FSB). The FSB alleges that Ukrainian …