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Press releases published on April 22, 2025
South Korean Finance Minister Visits US for Trade Talks
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok traveled to the United States to participate in the initial round of high-level trade negotiations with officials from the Trump administration, as reported by local media outlets. Choi, …
Google discovered to control online ad monopoly
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Google violated antitrust laws by monopolizing the online advertising industry, potentially forcing the tech giant to sell parts of its ad business. The ruling, delivered Thursday by Judge Leonie Brinkema in …
Ukraine releases memorandum on minerals agreement with US
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine has published a memorandum of intent to finalize an agreement with the United States that would grant access to the country’s natural resources. The two nations have been negotiating this "minerals deal" since February, with the Trump …
Trump ally Mel Gibson demands ‘truth’ regarding 9/11
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Hollywood actor and Trump supporter Mel Gibson has called on the U.S. government to reveal the “truth” behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which he suggests might be the "biggest scandal" in American history. Gibson shared a clip from Tucker …
Pope Francis Dies Following Stroke, Heart Failure, Vatican Confirms
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Pope Francis passed away following a stroke that led to a coma and subsequent heart failure, according to an announcement from the Vatican on Monday. “The cause of Pope Francis' death has been identified as a stroke, followed by a coma and …
Scientists recognize reason of fatal outburst in Congo
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Laboratory results have confirmed that malaria was responsible for a recent deadly outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as announced by the country’s National Public Health Institute (INSP) on Monday. The outbreak, which …
Pope Francis Leaves Legacy of Compassion, Peace Efforts in Gaza
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Throughout Israel’s 18-month conflict in Gaza, Pope Francis reached out daily to the territory’s only Catholic parish, offering prayers and messages of solace. In his final public remarks on Easter Sunday, he renewed his plea for peace, urging an …
US cancels visas for African nation
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has revoked all visas for South Sudanese passport holders, citing the country's refusal to accept its nationals being deported. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision on Saturday, stating that it was effective …
Malian FM describes Ukraine as ‘sponsor of terrorism’
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Malian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop has accused Ukraine of supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region. Speaking at a press conference in Moscow following talks with his counterparts from Russia, Niger, and Burkina Faso, Diop claimed that …
Algeria’s president conducts discussions with Macron
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held a lengthy and candid phone conversation to address rising tensions and strained relations between their countries, the Élysée Palace announced Monday. The discussion …
Opposition Leaders Describe Netanyahu as ‘Danger to National Security’
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel’s opposition parties have labeled Premier Benjamin Netanyahu a “danger to national security” on Monday, following the release of a letter from Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar to the Supreme Court regarding Netanyahu's attempted removal, based on …
Pentagon criticizes ‘Trump-hating’ NYT due to Hegseth chat allegation
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The Pentagon has strongly denied a New York Times report claiming that U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military details about strikes on Houthi forces in Yemen with close family and associates through a private Signal chat …
Fever outburst murders 100 in Nigeria
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Nigeria has reported 3,465 suspected cases of Lassa fever between January and March 2025, with 645 confirmed infections and 118 deaths, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The virus has spread to 91 local …
China cautions nations not to side with US in trade
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) China has issued a stern warning to countries considering limiting trade with it in exchange for better trade terms with the US. Beijing emphasized that it would retaliate against any nation that acts in a way detrimental to China's interests. The …
US senator states fresh 9/11 investigation possibly to take place
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Republican Senator Ron Johnson has indicated that a new congressional investigation into the September 11 attacks could be on the horizon, citing lingering concerns about the official explanation and the handling of evidence. In an interview …
Musk’s SpaceX emerges as primary contender to help develop major part of Trump’s proposed missile defense system
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Elon Musk’s SpaceX has emerged as a primary contender to help develop a major part of President Donald Trump’s proposed missile defense system, dubbed the "Golden Dome," sources informed Reuters. The system, modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome, was …
S-African coalition member takes legal action against tax hikes
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The Democratic Alliance (DA), a key member of South Africa's ruling coalition, has filed a lawsuit to block a proposed tax hike, arguing it will have a "devastating effect" on the population. The legal action follows the South African National …
Russian spy boss exposes Western neocolonialism in Africa
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin has condemned Western powers for continuing "neocolonial" practices, accusing them of damaging humanity and looting resources from African nations. In particular, he cited France …
Trump demands direct discussions with Xi
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly sidelining traditional diplomatic channels in favor of direct negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as tensions rise in the ongoing trade war between the two nations, Politico reported Saturday, …
Azerbaijan, China Build Stronger Relations
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Azerbaijan and China are reinforcing their alliance through enhanced commerce, environmental collaboration, and aligned global objectives, according to Azerbaijani Leader Ilham Aliyev. Speaking on Monday, Aliyev emphasized that this growing …