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Press releases published on July 19, 2025
Russia may ban WhatsApp over new tech rules
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) WhatsApp, the widely used messaging platform owned by Meta, could soon be removed from the Russian market, as government officials hint at looming regulatory challenges tied to new national security directives. Russian President Vladimir Putin has …
Medvedev states Ukraine’s ‘rout’ will continue
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev stated on Friday that Russia will keep defeating Ukrainian forces on the battlefield despite the European Union’s approval of its 18th sanctions package against Moscow. The latest sanctions mainly target …
Ethiopian authorities detain dozens of suspected IS
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Ethiopian authorities have apprehended dozens of individuals believed to be linked to the Islamic State (IS), who were allegedly planning coordinated attacks across the country, according to reports citing the National Intelligence and Security …
White House clarifies Trump’s swollen ankles, bruised hand
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House has released a medical memo clarifying concerns about President Donald Trump’s physical appearance, specifically swelling in his ankles and bruising on his hand. Dr. Sean P. Barbabella, Trump’s physician, stated Thursday that the …
Moscow voices remarks on statements of N-Korean resort closure
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has rejected recent reports by Western media that suggested North Korea shut down its newly opened Wonsan-Kalma beach resort to foreign visitors following a visit by Russian Foreign Minister …
Netanyahu issues apology to Pope for bombing church
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologized to Pope Leo in a phone call following the Israeli tank shelling of the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, which killed three people—including the local priest—and injured ten others. The …
Trump issues threat to take legal actions against WSJ over ‘bawdy letter to Epstein’
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has announced plans to sue the Wall Street Journal, its parent company News Corp., and media tycoon Rupert Murdoch over a report claiming he wrote a vulgar letter to Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday. The newspaper …
Erdogan, Putin Voice Concern Over Clashes in Syria
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan engaged in a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing serious concern over the ongoing clashes in Syria, which he warned could destabilize the entire region, according …
US shifts approach on foreign elections
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. State Department has been directed to scale back its public evaluations of elections held abroad, marking a notable change in Washington’s traditional foreign policy approach, according to a memo cited by reports. Secretary of State Marco …
Reporter claims journalism is ‘crime’ in UK
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Steve Sweeney, RT’s Lebanon bureau chief, says he was detained and interrogated by British counterterrorism officers at Heathrow Airport upon arriving in the UK. The officers, although stating he wasn’t under arrest, held him for around four hours …
Washington claims playing role in Israel-Syria truce
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A ceasefire deal has reportedly been reached between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Syria’s acting leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, backed by the United States, after a wave of Israeli air raids struck Syria’s Defense Ministry in Damascus. …
Sanctions imposed by EU hurt Europe, not Russia
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Sanctions recently imposed by the European Union are causing greater harm to European countries than to Russia, according to Kirill Dmitriev, a top aide to President Vladimir Putin and Russia’s investment envoy. Dmitriev made the remarks on …
U.S., Japan, South Korea Reaffirm Trilateral Alliance
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, senior officials from the United States, Japan, and South Korea gathered in Tokyo, reaffirming their trilateral partnership that has grown under the leadership of former US President Joe Biden. The meeting saw Japan’s Vice Foreign …
Cocaine Uncovered Hidden in Banana Shipments Across Denmark
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A large quantity of cocaine was uncovered hidden within banana shipments at several Danish supermarkets, media reported Friday. According to the broadcaster, staff at 12 Coop stores discovered the drugs concealed among the bananas earlier this …
Trump cautions over 150 countries of new tariffs
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has announced intentions to notify more than 150 countries that they may soon face new import tariffs of 10% to 15%, as part of a broader overhaul of U.S. trade policy aimed at protecting American industries. Since returning …
Kremlin denies to confirm speculation on Putin-Trump-Xi meeting
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has declined to confirm any plans for a meeting involving Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping during an upcoming World War II commemoration event in China, as stated by its …
France’s deepening fiscal troubles start to rattle financial markets
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Concerns are mounting over the European Union’s economic stability as France’s deepening fiscal troubles begin to rattle financial markets, according to reports referencing insights from ING Groep NV analysts. The euro slid to its lowest level in …
Colombian president says country must cut relations with NATO
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro has called for his country to cut ties with NATO, accusing the alliance's leadership of supporting what he describes as the genocide of Palestinians by Israel. Speaking at a pro-Palestinian international …
Rampant Wildfires Ravage France
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his strong support on Friday for the brave firefighters tackling raging wildfires across the country. Authorities are working tirelessly to control blazes in Martigues and the Broceliande forest. In …
Top NATO chief provides update on Patriots for Ukraine
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO’s top European commander, U.S. General Alexus Grynkewich, confirmed that American-made Patriot missile defense systems will be sent to Ukraine as quickly as possible, with Germany covering the cost. The move follows a recent agreement between …