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Press releases published on July 19, 2025
Ethiopia detains dozens of suspected IS militants
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ethiopian authorities have detained dozens of suspected Islamic State (IS) militants accused of planning attacks across the country, according to a report by state broadcaster Fana, citing the National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS). The …
Brazil criticizes NATO’s Russia sanctions warnings
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira strongly criticized NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte’s recent remarks threatening secondary sanctions against BRICS countries that continue trading with Russia. Rutte had warned that Brazil, India, and …
Mandela who assisted in steering his nation away from civil war
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) “I have fought against white and black domination.” These powerful words capture the legacy of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, South Africa’s first black president and a pivotal figure in the country’s journey toward peace and equality. A tireless …
S-African representative states Gaza crisis ‘unquestionably a genocide’
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza constitutes “unquestionably a genocide,” according to Chrispin Phiri, spokesperson for South Africa’s Ministry of International Relations. Speaking to RT, Phiri highlighted the severity of the crisis …
Putin, Trump along with Xi could meet in September
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump may join Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at a major event in Beijing this September, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over imperial Japan in World War II, …
Tokyo’s stock market close lower before election
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market closed lower on Friday as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the upcoming House of Councillors election scheduled for this weekend. Japan’s leading benchmark, the Nikkei 225, dropped 82.08 points—or 0.21%—to finish …
Ex-Leader Yoon's release request is rejected by South Korean court
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A South Korean court has denied former President Yoon Suk-yeol's request to be released from custody, maintaining his detention as investigations into his alleged imposition of martial law continue. According to local media reports on Friday, the …
New Zealand introduces pilot anti-corruption initiative to prevent fraud
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) New Zealand has introduced a pilot anti-corruption initiative aimed at reinforcing integrity within the public sector and improving fraud prevention efforts, according to an official government announcement on Friday. The initiative, spearheaded …
India exposes double standards following EU imposes sanctions on Moscow
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) India has strongly opposed the European Union’s latest sanctions on Russia, emphasizing that the measures could negatively impact its own energy security and economic interests. In a statement released Friday, the Indian Ministry of External …
Tropical Storm Wipha Leaves Philippines, Heads Toward Southern China
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Tropical Storm Wipha strengthened into a severe weather system on Saturday as it veered away from the Philippines, lashing numerous regions — including Metro Manila — with intense winds and torrential rain. According to a bulletin released …
France eliminates permanent army existence in West Africa
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially ended its permanent military presence in West Africa by withdrawing troops from its last two bases in Senegal, concluding a presence that spanned over 60 years. This move aligns with a broader trend among former French …
U.S. Declines WHO’s Health Regulation Changes
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, the United States officially declined to accept the recent changes to the international health regulations established by the World Health Organization (WHO) last year. In a joint declaration, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary …
Media reports France could discuss reparations for colonial massacres
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) France has indicated a willingness to engage in discussions regarding possible reparations for atrocities committed by its colonial forces in Niger over a century ago, according to The Guardian. The report cites a document from France’s permanent …
Blast at LA Police Training Center Claims Three Lives
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A devastating explosion tore through a Southern California police training facility Friday morning, claiming the lives of three detectives, authorities confirmed. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department described the event as a "critical …
Trump goes made, sues Wall Street Journal for ten billion dollars
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Donald Trump has initiated a legal battle demanding $10 billion in damages from the parent company of a major American newspaper and its owner, Rupert Murdoch. The U.S. president accuses them of defamation, stemming from a report that claimed he …
Ex-South Korean Leader Yoon Faces New Charges Over Martial Law
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s former President Yoon Suk Yeol was hit with fresh criminal charges Saturday over his controversial declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024, media reported. Prosecutors allege Yoon abused his presidential authority by …
Brazil’s Lula informs Trump he’s not ‘emperor of the world’
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has strongly opposed US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a sweeping 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, pledging to respond firmly to protect his nation’s interests. In a CNN interview on …
France considered ‘fiscal time bomb’ for EU
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) France’s worsening fiscal situation is raising alarms across the European Union, with financial analysts warning of potential ripple effects on the euro and EU cohesion, according to a Bloomberg report. Citing ING Groep NV strategists, the report …
Germany’s Baerbock reportedly spends EUR250 per day on makeup
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Former German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock spent nearly €250 per day on makeup in early 2025, according to a Bild report citing government financial disclosures. Between 2022 and March 2025, the government under ex-Chancellor Olaf Scholz …
Ukrainian army recruit murders two instructors
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A Ukrainian military recruit fatally shot two instructors during a training exercise in the Chernigov region, police confirmed on Thursday after details of the incident surfaced. The recruit reportedly opened fire on a group of military personnel …