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Press releases published on April 26, 2025
Media reports extra Nord Stream pipes still stored in Germany
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is still storing replacement pipes for the Nord Stream gas pipeline, which became inoperable due to sabotage in September 2022, according to Ostsee Zeitung. The stored pipes are reportedly sufficient to repair the damaged sections of the …
Trump hints US ready to walk back some China tariffs
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has signaled a potential de-escalation in trade tensions with China, suggesting that tariffs on Chinese goods could be significantly reduced. However, he clarified that the tariffs would not be eliminated entirely. …
Ukraine gets ready for loss of US backing
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine is preparing for the possibility of losing US support, according to a report from German tabloid Bild, which cites anonymous sources within the Ukrainian government. Ukrainian officials are bracing for a "worst-case scenario" in which …
ICC reacts to appeal of Netanyahu detention warrant
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Criminal Court (ICC) Appeals Chamber has directed a lower panel to reassess Israel’s objections to the court’s jurisdiction over arrest warrants issued for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister …
Survey indicates Brits no longer confident in future
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Consumer confidence in the UK has plummeted to its lowest level since 2023, driven by increasing bills, tax hikes, and concerns that US tariffs could push living costs even higher, according to a survey published on Friday. The consumer confidence …
Media reports cancelation of Romania’s presidential election gets overturned
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) A Romanian appeals court has overturned the Constitutional Court's decision to annul the results of the first round of the 2024 presidential election, which had been unexpectedly won by independent candidate Calin Georgescu. Local media outlets …
Defense minister says Pakistan did ‘dirty work’ for West in backing terrorists
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has openly criticized Western powers, particularly the US, for their role in regional security issues. In an interview with Sky News on Friday, Asif admitted that Pakistan had carried out the “dirty work” …
Rubio, Witkoff criticize Politico due to ‘fake crap’, ‘fiction’
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, have strongly criticized Politico for publishing what they called false and misleading information about a potential peace agreement in the Ukraine conflict. The …
Musk Says Tesla’s Robot Plans Are Affected by China, US Trade Conflict
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Tesla head Elon Musk revealed that China's limitations on rare earth elements (REEs) aimed at the U.S. amid the ongoing trade conflict between Washington and Beijing are negatively influencing the company's robotics development. Based on the media …
Trump Says He Told Netanyahu to 'be good to Gaza'
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump stated on Friday that he had advised Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu earlier in the week to treat the "suffering" civilians in the blockaded Gaza Strip with compassion. When questioned about the topic of …
Leicester City's Legend Jamie Vardy Confirms Departure
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Jamie Vardy, the iconic striker for Leicester City, has announced he will leave the club at the end of the current season. The 38-year-old, who has scored 198 goals in 498 appearances over 13 years with the team, confirmed his departure in a …
Erdogan, New Zealand PM Hold Key Talks in Istanbul
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Istanbul, as reported by Turkey Communications Directorate. The discussion, held at the Dolmabahce Presidential Office, focused on enhancing bilateral …
U.S. Secretary of Defense says country won’t assure European security alone
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has made it clear that the era of America being solely responsible for European security is over. Speaking at the Army War College in Pennsylvania, Hegseth emphasized that European NATO members must boost …
Rubio brands US NATO associates ‘a bunch of junior partners’
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has once again urged NATO members to increase their defense contributions, criticizing the current structure of the alliance, which he described as the US and “a bunch of junior partners.” In an interview with The …
Removal of Syrian President Bashar Assad opens new, uncertain chapter in Syria's prolonged conflict
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) The removal of Syrian President Bashar Assad has opened a new and uncertain chapter in Syria's prolonged conflict, raising serious concerns about the country’s future stability and the regional balance of power. Key questions remain unanswered: …
Syria Raises Revolutionary Flag at UN Headquarters in New York
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Syria's newly adopted "revolutionary flag" was raised at the United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday morning, joining the flags of the UN's 193 member states and two observer nations. The flag-raising ceremony was attended by Syrian …
Smartphone Sector Shifts Amid Growing U.S.-China Tech Rivalry
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) The tech battle between the U.S. and China continues to evolve in the smartphone sector, with the U.S. retaining its leadership through iconic brands and technological innovation, while China excels in production, solidifying its role as the world …
UK, France show decline in in enthusiasm for sending troops to Ukraine
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) France and the United Kingdom have reportedly shown a decline in enthusiasm for sending troops to Ukraine, according to The Times, which cited anonymous sources familiar with recent defense discussions held in London. The two nations had been …
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Focuses on Regional Stability with Saudi, Iranian Counterparts
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in separate phone calls with his Saudi and Iranian counterparts on Friday to address ongoing regional issues and initiatives aimed at fostering peace and stability, according …
Trade Dispute Delays Tesla's Robot Ambitions
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April 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Tesla CEO Elon Musk says China's restrictions on rare earth element exports to the U.S.—a consequence of ongoing trade tensions—are disrupting production of the company’s Optimus humanoid robots. According to reports, Tesla’s net profits plunged …