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Press releases published on April 29, 2025
Trump’s Approval Rating Drops to Record Low
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent survey reveals that as President Donald Trump nears the 100-day mark of his second term, his approval rating has dropped to the lowest level ever recorded for any U.S. president at this stage in office over the past 80 years. Trump's …
J.D. Vance claims Ukraine won’t win
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has expressed skepticism about Ukraine’s chances of defeating Russia in the ongoing conflict, warning that prolonging the war could lead to further loss of life and potential nuclear escalation. Speaking on the …
Great blackout strikes EU nations
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) A massive power outage struck Spain and Portugal around noon on Monday, disrupting public transport and causing flight delays. While the exact cause remains unknown, an EU grid operator has suggested that a "rare atmospheric phenomenon" could be a …
Swimmers collect more than USD32,000 for Gaza
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Twelve swimmers took to the cold Atlantic Ocean on South Africa’s Freedom Day to raise funds and awareness for humanitarian aid in Gaza, successfully collecting over R600,000 (approximately $32,000) for the cause. The symbolic relay swim, held on …
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Aircrafts, Vessels
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan's Ministry of Defense reported on Monday that Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels were detected near the island for the second day in a row. Between 6 a.m. on Sunday and 6 a.m. on Monday, the ministry monitored 29 Chinese military …
Spain announces state of emergency following countrywide electricity blackout
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Spain has declared a state of emergency following a widespread power outage that left the entire Iberian Peninsula, including Portugal and parts of France, without electricity. The blackout, which occurred around midday on Monday, disrupted daily …
Kiev announces loss of fighter jet throughout Russian drone assault
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Kiev's air force announced on Monday that it had lost a Su-27 fighter jet during a Russian drone strike. The incident occurred earlier in the day while the jet was carrying out a "complex combat mission" to provide air support for ground troops …
Tanker Explosion Rocks Pakistan, Casualties Reported
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) A deadly explosion from an oil tanker claimed at least one life and left more than 40 people injured in Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan on Monday, according to police and government sources. The blast occurred in the Noshki …
Canadian army declares ‘goose alert’
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) The Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) has issued an alert to personnel at its Ottawa headquarters due to an influx of nesting Canada geese, which have taken over parts of the area and are displaying aggressive behavior typical of their …
Iran Calls U.S. Strikes on Yemen "War Crimes"
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly rebuked the U.S. airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and Saada province on Monday, which included an attack on a facility housing African migrants. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei expressed outrage …
Algeria Braces for Internet Disruptions Due to Spain’s Power Failure
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, Algerian officials alerted the public about the possibility of internet disturbances within the next few hours, following a large-scale power failure that has impacted Spain and other European countries. According to a statement from …
Merck Reveals Plan to Buy SpringWorks Therapeutics
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) German drugmaker Merck revealed on Monday that it has finalized an agreement to purchase the U.S.-based biopharmaceutical firm SpringWorks Therapeutics for USD3.9 billion. This strategic acquisition is intended to enhance Merck’s cancer treatment …
Trump claims he controls world
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) In a recent interview with The Atlantic marking his first 100 days of his second term, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he’s not only leading the country but now sees himself as running the entire world. Reflecting on his time in office, …
IBM Unveils USD150 Billion Investment in US
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) IBM revealed on Monday that it plans to invest USD150 billion in the United States over the next five years. The tech behemoth stated that this substantial investment will not only support the country's economy but also accelerate IBM’s efforts to …
Trump's Suez Canal Demands Provoke Egyptian Backlash
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn sharp backlash in Egypt following his recent demand that American vessels be granted free access through the Suez Canal, a statement many in the country view as unfounded and threatening to international norms …
Reports states international army spending in biggest hike since Cold War
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Global military spending saw its largest annual increase in over three decades in 2024, according to a report released Monday by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The surge was particularly notable in Europe and the …
China falsifies Trump’s Xi call allegation
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) China's Foreign Ministry has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that he recently spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping and that the two nations are negotiating a tariff deal. Speaking in Ceiling on Monday, ministry spokesperson Guo …
Ukraine gives 15-year prison sentence to former president
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) A court in Kiev has sentenced former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich to 15 years in prison in absentia for allegedly organizing illegal border crossings and encouraging desertion, Ukraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office announced on Monday. …
Iran Insists on Uranium Enrichment, Sanctions Relief in U.S. Talks
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) In a statement on Monday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei emphasized that the country’s demands for uranium enrichment and the complete lifting of sanctions are non-negotiable in ongoing indirect discussions with Washington. …
Putin declares 3-days Victory Day ceasefire
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April 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine to mark the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. The truce will be observed from May 8 to May 10, according to the …