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Press releases published on July 8, 2025
Nepal Floods Leave 18 Missing Including Six Chinese Citizens
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Heavy rains on Tuesday morning triggered devastating floods in northern Nepal, leaving eighteen individuals missing—including six Chinese citizens. The Chinese Embassy in Nepal reported that these six Chinese nationals, alongside eight Nepali …
Israel attacks Lebanon, murdering two people
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Two individuals, including a Hezbollah fighter, were killed on Monday afternoon in separate Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon, according to local sources. One of the strikes hit a vehicle in Deir Kifa, located in the Tyre region, while the …
US terminates TPS for thousands of migrants
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of migrants from Honduras and Nicaragua, with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stating that the situations in both countries have improved …
London demonstration takes place in support of Palestine
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A demonstration took place in London on Monday as supporters rallied behind two pro-Palestinian campaigners facing charges related to a protest held earlier this year. The gathering occurred outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court, where Ben Jamal, …
Malaysia affirms cooperation with BRICS group despite US tariff threat
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Malaysia on Tuesday reiterated its strong dedication to enhancing economic, trade, and investment ties with the BRICS group of nations, highlighting the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver for inclusive global …
Bolivian President Urges Abandoning US Dollar
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Nations worldwide should move away from using the US dollar and instead depend on their own national currencies when conducting trade with one another, Bolivian President Luis Arce expressed during an interview with RT at the 17th BRICS summit …
Armenian Premier Pledges to ‘Liberate’ Armenian Apostolic Church
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared on Tuesday that he will take personal charge in “liberating” the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) as conflicts between the government and church leaders intensify. In a Facebook post, Pashinyan …
Japan PM expresses disapproval of US latest tariff move
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Tuesday expressed strong disapproval of the United States’ latest tariff move, describing President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25% levy on Japanese goods as "truly regrettable." He pledged that the …
Russian Authorities Warn of Spy Operation
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian officials have raised serious concerns about what they allege is an intelligence-collecting operation concealed behind a patriotic photography competition, reportedly orchestrated by foreign espionage agencies. A counter-disinformation …
Tragic Train-School Van Collision Kills Three Children in India
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) In Tamil Nadu’s Cuddalore district, a tragic collision occurred when a passenger train struck a school van trying to cross a manned railway level crossing. The deadly incident claimed the lives of at least three children and left six others …
Big Tech Firms Lay off 72,000 Employees in 2025
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The world’s leading technology firms, despite being the most valuable globally, slashed a total of 72,000 jobs in the first half of 2025, according to figures from the Layoffs.fyi website, aggregated by media. The pace of job cuts has eased …
Mercedes-Benz Sales See 9 Percent Drop
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) German automaker Mercedes-Benz Group saw a significant 9% drop in vehicle sales during the second quarter compared to the same period last year, a decline largely attributed to the disruption caused by international tariff policies. On Monday, …
Syria calls for investment to help revive nation’s damaged infrastructure
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Syria's energy minister Mohammed al-Bashir on Monday made a public appeal for investment to help revive the country's severely damaged energy infrastructure. "It is no secret that we are facing enormous challenges in the energy sector, foremost …
South African Leader responses to Trump’s comments on BRICS
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday responded firmly to remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently warned of a 10% tariff on countries aligning with what he called the “anti-American policies” of the BRICS group. …
UAE Leader talks with Syria’s Leader to establish cooperation
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Monday with visiting Syrian leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa to explore avenues for expanding cooperation between their two nations, according to official reports. The meeting focused on boosting …
Russian General Gets 17-Year Sentence for Fraud, Bribery
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A Russian military court on Monday handed down a 17-year sentence to Colonel General Khalil Arslanov, the ex-deputy chief of the General Staff of Russia’s Armed Forces, for major fraud and bribery, according to local news reports. The 235th …
Brazilian President Calls for Immediate Action on Gaza Genocide
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva issued a powerful call for international intervention on Sunday, condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza and warning that the world cannot turn a blind eye to what he described as a genocide. Addressing …
Activists Start Hunger Strike in Belgium, Demand Israel Ties End
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, a coalition of activists initiated a hunger strike in Ghent, Belgium, protesting the Belgian government’s ongoing relations with Israel and standing in solidarity with the Palestinian population. The strike, organized by the Saint …
South Korean households witness increases in surplus funds
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean households saw a continued rise in their surplus funds for the third straight quarter, driven largely by increased holdings in deposits and securities, according to recent data from the country’s central bank. Reports revealed that …
Xi honors Chinese martyrs in Japanese battle
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) While on an inspection tour of Yangquan in northern China’s Shanxi Province on Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid his respects to those who sacrificed their lives during a significant battle in China’s resistance against Japanese aggression …