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Press releases published on April 8, 2025
French Foreign Minister Visits Algeria Amid Diplomatic Tensions
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot visited Algeria on Sunday for an official trip, following months of political strain between the two nations. Barrot was warmly received by his Algerian peer, Ahmed Attaf, at the Foreign Ministry …
Kremlin Welcomes Possible US, Iran Negotiations
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed support for the reported plans of the United States and Iran to engage in talks regarding Iran's nuclear program. During a press conference in Moscow, Peskov shared that the Kremlin viewed …
Russia accuses Ukraine of breaching energy strike ceasefire with multiple attacks
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Sunday, Russia alleged that Ukraine launched seven attacks on its energy infrastructure within the past 24 hours, despite a ceasefire agreement facilitated by the United States designed to prevent such actions. The ceasefire, reached last month …
Analyst warns Trump’s tariffs could spark recession amid rising inflation
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) In an interview with N1 Television on Tuesday, Croatian economic analyst Petar Vuskovic stated that while inflation serves as the catalyst for a recession, U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs could be the spark that ignites it. "It is not a …
Australian scientists uncover genetic breakthrough to combat invasive plants
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A cutting-edge DNA analysis method is equipping scientists with a powerful new weapon against invasive plant species, Monash University announced on Tuesday. Researchers discovered that the swift adaptability of invasive plants is linked to their …
Ukraine Wants to Send High-Level Delegation to Washington
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine is set to dispatch a senior delegation to Washington this week to further discussions on strengthening a strategic alliance with the United States, with a focus on critical minerals. This was confirmed by Ukraine’s Economy Minister, Yulia …
Environmental Fears Raised by Rocket Crash Off Coast of Norway
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A new rocket accident off the coast of Norway has sparked significant environmental worries, especially about the potential damage to the delicate Arctic marine ecosystem. On March 30, the German company Isar Aerospace's rocket, named Spectrum, …
Tensions Escalate in South Korea as North Korean Soldiers Cross Border
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's military authorities have reported that they "fired warning shots" after a brief intrusion by North Korean soldiers on Tuesday. A South Korean news agency covered the incident, highlighting that North Korean troops had "briefly …
Von der Leyen Urges for Solution to Trade Conflicts with China
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed concern about growing tensions over US tariffs in a phone conversation with Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang on Tuesday. The European Commission reported that von der Leyen “called for a …
Trump Announces Direct Talks with Iran Regarding Nuclear Program
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Leader Donald Trump revealed on Monday that the United States is engaged in "very high-level" discussions with Iran regarding Tehran's nuclear ambitions. He emphasized that these negotiations are "in Iran's best interests." Trump has frequently …
Elon Musk Urges Trump to Reverse Tariffs
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Tech billionaire Elon Musk made direct appeals to US President Donald Trump over the weekend, urging him to reconsider the tariffs, based on a report from a news agency. Trump had previously introduced a baseline 10 percent tariff on all imports …
Ukraine dispatches high-level delegation to Washington for critical minerals talks
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) This week, Ukraine is dispatching a senior delegation to Washington to advance discussions on a strategic partnership with the United States focused on critical minerals, as stated by Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. In a statement issued on …
UN Peacekeeping Chief Urges for Reforms in Operations
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, the UN peacekeeping chief urged the need for immediate reforms in response to new and evolving threats, emphasizing that peacekeeping operations must adapt to remain effective. In his address to the Security Council, Jean-Pierre Lacroix …
Gaza's Death Rate Grows Amid Continued Israeli Attacks
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 58 additional Palestinians have lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes targeting the Gaza Strip, pushing the total death rate from Israel’s ongoing military campaign, which began in October 2023, to 50,810, according to the Health …
ADB greenlights USD85.4 mn loan to enhance industrial infrastructure in India
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) revealed on Tuesday its approval of an $85.4 million loan aimed at upgrading critical industrial infrastructure in Tripura, a northeastern Indian state. This investment is designed to bolster the competitiveness of …
Turkish President Condemns Israeli Violence
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated on Tuesday that Ankara believes attempts to "fuel tensions in Gaza" and "pursue new maps with expansionist intentions" will only result in harm for all involved parties. He emphasized that Turkey will …
Turkish Entertainment Group Takes Legal Action After Defamation Campaign
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The proprietor of a Turkish entertainment company is pursuing legal measures against individuals and entities involved in a “sustained campaign of disinformation and defamation,” which, based on the company, has negatively impacted its operations …
Upcoming Russian, American Talks Focus on Improving Bilateral Ties
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The upcoming Russian-American discussions will be managed by Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as stated by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday. He clarified that the Foreign Ministry would be in charge of coordinating the …
Australia Donates Drones to Philippine Coast Guard
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Australia donated 20 aerial drones to the Philippine Coast Guard as tensions in the South China Sea escalated. The Australian Embassy in Manila stated that Ambassador HK Yu officially handed over the drones to enhance the maritime …
Germany Halts Refugee Admissions Under UN Resettlement Program
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany has halted its refugee admissions through the UN resettlement program, according to a statement from the Interior Ministry on Tuesday. “Due to the ongoing coalition negotiations, no new commitments to the resettlement program will be made …