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Press releases published on April 30, 2025
Putin envoy claims lots of US firms wanting to come back to Russia
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Numerous American companies that previously exited the Russian market due to political pressure are now seeking to return, according to Kirill Dmitriev, President Vladimir Putin’s investment envoy and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund ( …
EU expresses concerns over Trump possibly to quit Ukraine
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) European Union officials are increasingly concerned that U.S. President Donald Trump may abandon his commitment to resolving the Ukraine conflict, according to a Financial Times report. Despite campaign promises to end the war swiftly, Trump has …
Lavrov says ‘progress’ taking place in US discussions
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on Tuesday that Moscow and Washington are making progress in their diplomatic relations and are preparing for the next round of talks. Lavrov confirmed that both presidents had given the green light …
Ray Dalio Warns of Global Disruption After Trump Tariffs
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Ray Dalio, the wealthy originator of Bridgewater Associates, voiced serious concerns on Tuesday about the consequences of U.S. Leader Donald Trump’s tariff strategies. According to Dalio, the globe is nearing a collapse of not only the financial …
Media reports India initiating counter-terror ops on Pakistan border
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) India has initiated extensive counter-terrorism operations across multiple areas of Jammu and Kashmir, following the deadly terrorist attack on April 22 that left 26 people dead, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam. According to local media reports, four …
Putin evaluates partnership with China
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the successful and ongoing partnership between Russia and China during a meeting on Tuesday with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Kremlin. He expressed satisfaction with the development of their …
India Holds Security Meeting Amid Pakistan Tensions
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Premier Narendra Modi presided over a Cabinet Security Committee session on Wednesday in response to escalating friction with Pakistan, according to state-affiliated news outlets. This marked the second high-level meeting since the April 22 …
Gaza Crisis Deepens: Israeli Bombardment Kills 52,400 Palestinians
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) More than 35 additional Palestinians lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza within the past day, bringing the overall number of fatalities since Israel launched its war on the territory in October 2023 to 52,400, according to a statement …
Turkey Sees Sharp Increase in Tourism Revenue
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkey recorded $9.45 billion in tourism income during the first quarter of 2025, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the same period last year, according to data released Wednesday by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat). During the …
Ukraine proceeds with assaults on Russian energy locations
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine continues to target Russian energy infrastructure despite publicly supporting a U.S.-mediated ceasefire, according to Russia’s Defense Ministry. On Wednesday, officials reported new drone strikes in the Kursk Region that damaged a …
Editor-in-Chief of RT, Sputnik celebrates her 45th birthday
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Margarita Simonyan, Editor-in-Chief of RT and Sputnik, celebrated her 45th birthday on Sunday, receiving praise from numerous Russian officials for her role in defending and promoting Russia’s perspective internationally amid growing Western …
Deadly Blast at Iranian Fireworks Plant Claims 2 Lives
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A deadly explosion at a fireworks production facility in central Iran’s Isfahan province has resulted in two deaths and left one individual critically injured. The incident occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. local time (0700 GMT) on Tuesday at a …
Trump Issues Order to Relieve Auto Tariffs
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Tuesday that introduces compensation for automobile manufacturers importing auto parts and assembling vehicles in the U.S., responding to growing pushback against tariff policies in various …
Russian war correspondent Anna Prokofieva tragically loses her life
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) On March 26, Russian war correspondent Anna Prokofieva tragically lost her life after stepping on a Ukrainian landmine in the Belgorod region. Known for her fearless frontline reporting for Channel One, Prokofieva became a symbol of courage in …
Explosion Rocks Northern China for Second Time in Two Days
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) An explosion ripped through a residential area in northern China on Wednesday, marking the second such disaster in just 48 hours, according to state reports. The blast, which ignited a subsequent fire, occurred in the Xiaodian district of Taiyuan, …
Secretary general says NATO not part of Ukraine peace discussions
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has clarified that the alliance is not participating in the current ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, which are being mediated by the United States. In an interview with New Voice of Ukraine …
‘EU aspirant’ jails, silences opponents
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) On March 25, Evgenia Gutsul, the elected head of Moldova’s autonomous Gagauzia region, was detained at Chisinau International Airport as she attempted to leave the country. A court subsequently ordered her held for 20 days pending investigation. …
Egypt, Iraq Presidents Firmly Oppose Palestinian Displacement
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani spoke by phone on Tuesday, firmly opposing any initiatives aimed at removing Palestinians from their homeland. A statement from the Egyptian Presidency noted …
Poll indicates majority of Americans object to Musk’s DOGE performance
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent poll by ABC News, the Washington Post, and Ipsos has found that most Americans are dissatisfied with Elon Musk’s performance as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position he has held under President Donald Trump’s …
Mercedes-Benz Reports Significant Downturn in Profit
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Mercedes-Benz has reported a significant downturn in its first-quarter earnings, attributing the decline to weaker luxury car sales in China and the potential impact of new U.S. tariffs. The automaker's adjusted operating profit for the first …