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Press releases published on April 8, 2025
NATO supreme commander says Russian military is gaining more strength
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, General Christopher Cavoli, has predicted that Russia will easily meet its goal of 1.5 million active military personnel, despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking at a US Senate Armed Services …
Zelensky goes against Trump on NATO membership
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April 8, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reiterated his goal of Ukraine joining NATO, despite opposition from US President Donald Trump. Trump recently criticized Zelensky, stating that NATO membership for Ukraine was never going to happen, but Zelensky …
Trump’s tariffs put US weapons manufacturing in danger
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump's new tariff policy, which includes levies ranging from 10% to 49% on imports from all countries, could significantly impact American arms production, according to defense experts cited by Politico. The tariffs, aimed at …
China strikes back at US with 34 percent ship-ins tariffs
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) China has announced that it will impose a 34% tariff on all imports from the US starting April 10, in retaliation for the latest US tariffs, escalating the ongoing trade war between the two nations. The move follows US President Donald Trump’s …
Polar bears seek shelter in deserted buildings on remote Russian island
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A surprising discovery on a secluded Russian island has produced remarkable images of polar bears taking refuge in deserted structures, indicating possible changes in their usual behavior. In September 2021, wildlife photographer Dmitry Kokh and …
Syria withdraws ambassadors from Russia, Saudi Arabia in diplomatic reshuffle
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) In a significant diplomatic shift, Syria has recalled its ambassadors from Russia and Saudi Arabia, as announced on Monday evening by Asaad al-Shibani, the head of Syrian foreign affairs, according to media reports. Sources within the foreign …
Global demonstrations erupt against Trump's controversial policies
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) As President Donald Trump continues to shake up international politics with his unpredictable remarks and divisive actions—such as proposing the purchase of Greenland and intensifying trade disputes—tens of thousands of people across the United …
Trump claims Putin, Zelensky ready to conduct agreement
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are prepared to reach a peace agreement. Trump has been attempting to mediate a ceasefire between the two nations …
UN expands its investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by ICC Chief Prosecutor
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The UN has expanded its investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan, now including claims of reprisals against staff members, according to Reuters. Khan has denied all …
China Reports No Abnormalities in Marine Life After Fukushima Water Release
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) China announced on Monday that it had found no abnormalities in seawater or marine life samples following the release of treated radioactive water from Japan’s Fukushima nuclear power plant, as reported by a news agency. This declaration came …
Testimonies Indicate Huge Destruction in Gaza During Israeli Buffer Zone Operations
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli soldiers have given detailed accounts revealing widespread destruction and killings in Gaza as part of efforts to create a buffer zone along the border. This is based on a recent report from the Israeli organization Breaking the Silence. …
Trump claims US ‘thinking about’ facilitating Russia sanctions
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is evaluating the possibility of lifting certain sanctions on Russia to facilitate the Black Sea Grain Initiative, which is seen as a step toward resolving the Ukraine conflict, President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday. …
Houthi group claims drone attack on "military target" Tel Aviv, U.S. warships
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, Yemen's Houthi movement declared that it executed a drone strike aimed at a "military target" in Tel Aviv, Israel, and launched cruise missiles at two U.S. warships stationed in the Red Sea. Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea made …
US intelligence cautions of Russian press ‘threat’
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A newly released US intelligence report claims that Russia is using various tactics, including state media outlet RT, to shape public opinion and fuel division within the United States. The allegations were outlined in the 2025 Annual Threat …
French army aircrafts crash midair
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Two aircraft from France’s renowned Patrouille de France aerobatic team collided midair during a training exercise, crashing in a fiery explosion near Saint-Dizier Air Base in eastern France on Tuesday. According to the French Air and Space Force, …
EU representatives express disappointment with Kallas
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has drawn criticism from several EU officials over her aggressive rhetoric on Russia and unilateral leadership style, Politico reported, citing anonymous sources. Kallas, a strong advocate of increased military …
Trump voices remarks on Waltz ‘glitch’
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has defended his National Security Adviser, Mike Waltz, after reports emerged that Waltz mistakenly included a journalist in a confidential discussion about military operations in Yemen. On Monday, The Atlantic journalist …
UN Warns About Global Aid Cuts Threatening Progress in Reducing Maternal Mortality
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, United Nations agencies issued a warning about significant cuts to global aid, which are putting critical advancements in reducing maternal deaths at risk. A recent report published on World Health Day revealed that an expected of 260, …
"Burnt alive": Gaza journalist dies in agony in Israeli air attack
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A Palestinian journalist has succumbed to acute burns during an Israeli airstrike on a tent housing journalists in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, local media reported on Tuesday. The incident occurred on Monday, leaving Ahmed Mansour, a reporter for …
Algeria shuts airspace to Mali amid rising drone row
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April 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Algeria has declared the closure of its airspace to all flights to and from Mali, marking a significant escalation in the diplomatic tensions between the two countries following the recent downing of a drone near their border. This decision …