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Press releases published on July 16, 2025
Chinese Foreign Minister Calls for Stronger SCO Unity
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to deepen mutual confidence, promote equality, and enhance cooperation that benefits all parties, especially in light of rising global …
UK spends one billion to relocate thousands of Afghan nationals
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Kingdom has reportedly spent at least £850 million (roughly $1.1 billion) to quietly relocate thousands of Afghan nationals following a major security breach involving sensitive government data. According to official sources, the …
Syria denounces Israeli attack on its territory
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Syria has forcefully condemned recent Israeli airstrikes on its southern territory, describing the attacks as a "treacherous aggression" and a serious breach of international law. In an official statement, the Syrian Foreign Ministry declared that …
German defense minister seeks to weaponize Ukraine ‘quickly and quietly’
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has vowed to move forward “quickly and quietly” on a plan to supply Ukraine with additional US-made Patriot missile defense systems, following his recent meeting with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in …
South Korea’s Employment Climbs for Sixth Straight Month
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s employment figures climbed for the sixth straight month, propelled mainly by a rise in jobs among the elderly, data from Statistics Korea revealed Wednesday. In June, the total number of employed individuals aged 15 and above …
China, Pakistan Recommit to USD64B CPEC Expansion
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) In a key diplomatic exchange on Wednesday, the foreign ministers of Pakistan and China reviewed the advancement of the multibillion-dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), as confirmed by an official release. Pakistani Foreign Minister …
Japan Races to Hold Trade Talks with U.S.
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is pushing to arrange a high-level trade dialogue with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, according to a Tuesday report by media, which cited unnamed government officials. Sources indicate the meeting could …
Israeli Authorities Transfer Control of Ibrahimi Mosque
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli officials have removed the Palestinian-controlled Hebron municipality's authority over the Ibrahimi Mosque and reassigned it to a religious council associated with Israeli settlers, as per a report released on Tuesday by a news outlet. …
Study Reveals Pesticides Impair Fish Social Bonds
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Exposure to pesticides in waterways is impairing crucial social behaviors in fish—such as grouping, territorial defense, and mating—according to new research led by Australian scientists. Released Tuesday by the University of New South Wales (UNSW …
Cambodia’s PM Commands Eradication of Online Scams
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has issued a sweeping directive to dismantle all online scam operations across the nation, warning that any government official who hinders enforcement efforts could face dismissal. In a directive signed Monday …
NATO Chief Warns Brazil, China, India of US Sanctions
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte issued a firm caution on Tuesday to nations such as Brazil, China, and India, advising them that continuing commercial relations with Russia could expose them to indirect US sanctions. During his visit to …
UK Apologizes for Data Leak Impacting Afghans
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Kingdom has formally apologized to nearly 19,000 Afghan nationals whose private details were unintentionally disclosed in 2022. The British government also disclosed the creation of a covert initiative aimed at safeguarding those …
Trump Expresses Confusion Over Epstein Case Interest
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confusion over the persistent curiosity many of his own followers have in the Jeffrey Epstein case, brushing it off as “sordid, but boring.” During comments made to the press after a public …
EU Imposes Sanctions on Russian, Iranian Actors
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Council has introduced punitive measures against individuals and organizations linked to significant "human rights violations" in both Russia and Iran. The decision, announced on Tuesday, aims to hold those accountable who are …
Trump Plans to Impose Over 10 Percent Tariffs on Smaller Nations
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump revealed Tuesday his intention to impose tariffs exceeding 10 percent on goods imported from smaller countries, including many in Africa and the Caribbean. Addressing reporters at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Trump …
Western Powers Set Deadline for Iran Nuclear Deal
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with the foreign ministers of France, Germany, and the UK, agreed during a phone discussion on Monday to designate the end of August as a practical deadline for finalizing a nuclear agreement with Iran, as …
U.S. Initiates Probe into Brazil’s Trade Practices
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative revealed on Tuesday that it is initiating a formal inquiry into Brazil’s trade practices, invoking Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. This probe, directed by President Donald Trump, will examine " …
Israeli Airstrikes Target Southern Syria
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli aircraft carried out a series of air raids in the southern parts of Syria, particularly focusing on the Suwayda governorate and the Daraa region, located in the southwest of the country. According to an official Syrian news agency, …
UN Palestine Inquiry Workers Resign
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Three individuals serving on the United Nations panel tasked with examining violations in the occupied Palestinian territories have abruptly stepped down, each citing "personal reasons" for their decision. Navi Pillay, Chris Sidoti, and Miloon …
Canadian Premier Acknowledges Tariffs in U.S. Deal
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney openly acknowledged on Tuesday that an upcoming trade agreement with the United States might include certain tariffs. This statement seems to contradict the results of a fresh public opinion survey, which …