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Press releases published on July 8, 2025
EU Parliament Greenlights Bulgaria’s Eurozone Entry for January 2026
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the European Parliament gave the green light to Bulgaria’s plan to adopt the euro, setting the stage for the nation to officially join the Eurozone starting January 1, 2026. In a commanding vote, 531 Members of the European Parliament …
Erdogan Accepts Credentials from New Ambassadors
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey formally accepted letters of credentials from recently designated foreign diplomats. President Erdogan individually greeted Nariman Celalov from Ukraine, Michal Slivovic representing Slovakia, …
Ukraine EV Sales Soar 30 Percent in First Half of 2025
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Electric vehicle (EV) sales in Ukraine surged to 31,753 units in the first six months of this year, marking a 30% increase compared to the same period last year, according to a report released Tuesday by the Ukravtoprom Association of Automobile …
Kremlin Awaits Kyiv’s Response on Istanbul Talks
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is continuing to wait for Ukraine’s reply on suggested dates for the upcoming round of one-on-one discussions set to take place in Istanbul, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday. "As soon as the dates have been agreed …
Grushko Accuses NATO, EU of Military Clash with Russia
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko asserted on Tuesday that both NATO and the European Union are actively getting ready for a possible military encounter with Russia. His remarks were made during a press conference held in the State Duma, …
Malaysia Vows Deeper BRICS Ties
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Malaysia reaffirmed its dedication to deepening economic, trade, and investment partnerships with BRICS nations, emphasizing the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) as a driver for inclusive growth. This declaration follows …
U.S. Tariffs Crush Developing Countries’ Trade
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Trade Centre (ITC) executive director underscored on Tuesday the escalating repercussions of U.S. trade policies on developing economies, now 90 days after Washington temporarily halted its planned "reciprocal" tariffs. Pamela …
Spain’s Vox Party Advocates Mass Deportation
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Spain's far-right political faction, Vox, on Tuesday proposed a sweeping expulsion policy targeting migrants — including naturalized citizens — who, in their view, have not assimilated into Spanish society. The party argued that those unable or …
China Protests Italy Arrest of National in U.S. Hack Case
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) China on Tuesday strongly objected to the recent arrest of one of its nationals in Italy, following accusations of cyberespionage aimed at U.S. institutions, academic entities, and researchers. During a press briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign …
Armenian PM states he will lead freedom of Armenian Apostolic Church
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared on Tuesday that he would personally lead what he described as the “liberation” of the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC), as tensions between the government and church leadership continue to escalate. …
Democrats urge for investigation of NWS due to Texas floods
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Following the devastating flash floods in central Texas that have claimed 104 lives, Democratic lawmakers in the United States are calling for an immediate inquiry into the impact of staffing shortages at the National Weather Service (NWS). …
Tokyo’s stocks get higher due to concerns of tariff on Japanese imports
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market closed higher on Tuesday after concerns diminished regarding the recently announced U.S. tariff on Japanese imports, which was slightly increased but remained close to the initially stated rate. Japan’s key benchmark, the …
Swarm of bees delay flight for one hour in India
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A swarm of bees caused an unexpected disruption at Surat International Airport in India, delaying an IndiGo flight by over an hour, according to reports. The bees clustered around the aircraft’s luggage door, preventing ground staff from …
Russia awaits Ukraine to confirm third stage of discussions
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is still waiting for confirmation from Ukraine regarding possible dates for a third round of direct negotiations in Istanbul, according to recent statements made by a Kremlin spokesperson. "As soon as the dates have been agreed upon, which …
Russian, Azerbaijani Emergency Ministers Convene
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the Russian Emergency Situations Ministry reported that its chief had held a one-on-one meeting with his Azerbaijani counterpart in the capital city of Baku earlier that day. During the discussions, Alexander Kurenkov and Kamaladdin …
Russia Outlines Conditions for Ukraine Peace Talks
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has expressed willingness to pursue a diplomatic solution to the ongoing war in Ukraine, but only under specific conditions that acknowledge the “new territorial realities” and ensure the nation’s future safety, according to Foreign …
Istanbul ISG continues to maintain competitive edge
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (ISG) International Airport was recognized as the fastest-growing airport in Europe for the month of May, according to an announcement from the airport’s management authority. Passenger traffic at ISG reached roughly 3.95 …
Many murdered in high school stampede in African nation
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A tragic stampede at Barthelemy Boganda High School in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic (CAR), has left at least 29 students dead and over 280 injured, according to government officials. The incident occurred on Wednesday …
Report Reveals UK Kids Face “Dickensian” Poverty
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A new report released Tuesday by the British children’s commissioner reveals that some children in the UK endure poverty levels likened to “Dickensian” times, living in harsh, unsanitary, and degrading conditions. Dame Rachel de Souza has called …
Anti-government protests cause death of eleven people in Kenya
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 11 individuals have lost their lives, with many others—both civilians and police officers—injured in the most recent round of anti-government protests across Kenya, as reported by authorities in the country. These fatalities add to the …