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Press releases published on July 20, 2025
French, German FMs discuss joint commitment to strengthening EU
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul underscored their joint commitment to strengthening the European Union and supporting Ukraine during a press conference held Friday in Paris. “We share the same …
Investigative journalist states Zelensky could be removed from power
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky may soon face removal from power, according to veteran investigative journalist Seymour Hersh, who cites U.S. officials suggesting growing impatience in Washington and declining support at home. Hersh reports …
Kyiv proposes new stages of peace talks
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky announced on Saturday that Kyiv has proposed holding a new round of peace negotiations with Russia next week. The offer was extended by Rustem Umerov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense …
Sudanese Military Says It Thwarted RSF Assault
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The Sudanese military announced Wednesday it had thwarted an offensive by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) targeting El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur. According to the army, troops from the 6th Infantry Division, supported by allied units, “ …
Japanese citizens are to vote in pivotal election on Sunday
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Millions of Japanese citizens are voting Sunday in a pivotal election for the House of Councilors, the upper chamber of parliament, which could significantly impact Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s minority government. The chamber is made up of 248 …
EU Targets Russia with 18th Round of Sweeping Sanctions
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Union escalated pressure on Russia Friday by rolling out its 18th round of sweeping sanctions, targeting key sectors including Moscow’s energy income, banking networks, military suppliers, and trade routes, while simultaneously …
Torrential rain triggers floods in Russia
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Severe summer floods have swept through Russia’s Yakutia Republic in the Far East, submerging dozens of homes and prompting widespread evacuations. Triggered by torrential rains, the Indigirka River overflowed earlier this week, causing water …
UAE Lauds Ceasefire Declaration in Syria’s Suwayda
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) responded positively on Wednesday to the recent ceasefire declaration in Syria’s southern Suwayda province, calling for reduced tensions and reinforced measures to reestablish order. Highlighting the urgent need to …
Trump’s Rising Tariffs Rattle Global Stock Markets
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Since the start of U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term, global stock markets have been rattled by extreme volatility, largely triggered by escalating tariff battles. The administration’s aggressive trade stance—marked by abrupt policy shifts …
Iran, EU Trio Set to Restart Stalled Nuclear Negotiations
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran and the three key European powers — the UK, France, and Germany — have tentatively agreed to restart stalled nuclear negotiations as early as next week, according to a report from media on Sunday. Quoting an unnamed source, media stated that …
EU Hails Ceasefire Deal Between Syria, Israel
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Union on Saturday endorsed the ceasefire deal reached between Syria and Israel, facilitated by the United States and regional allies, stressing that the truce "must now be fully respected." On Saturday, Syrian President Ahmed al- …
France, EU Welcome Qatar-Brokered DRC-M23 Peace Deal
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron and the European Union on Saturday applauded a newly reached framework agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group, crediting Qatar’s mediation efforts for the significant …
Ex-South Korea’s leader is accused of new crimes
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was indicted Saturday on fresh charges related to his controversial imposition of martial law on December 3, 2024, according to Yonhap News Agency. Prosecutors accuse Yoon of abusing his authority by …
China Kicks Off Construction of USD168 Billion Hydropower Megaproject
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) China commenced construction Saturday on what will become the world’s largest hydropower initiative, situated in the remote Yarlung Zangbo River gorge in southwestern Tibet, according to reports from state media. At a groundbreaking event held in …
Trump warns BRICS against challenging US dollar supremacy
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to the BRICS alliance, dismissing its influence while threatening punitive measures against member nations attempting to challenge the supremacy of the US dollar. During a speech at the White …
Russia attacks Ukrainian army-industrial facilities
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The Russian Defense Ministry announced on Saturday that its armed forces had launched a series of precision strikes on Ukrainian military-industrial facilities involved in manufacturing drones and missile components. According to the ministry’s …
Zelenskyy Signals Possible Peace Talks with Russia Soon
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Saturday that Kyiv has initiated a new proposal to hold peace negotiations with Russia in the coming week. “NSDC (National Security and Defense Council) Secretary (Rustem) Umerov also reported that …
IDF murders starving Palestinians while waiting for assistance
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky announced on Saturday that Kyiv has proposed holding a new round of peace negotiations with Russia next week. The offer was extended by Rustem Umerov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense …
US intel chief urges Barack Obama’s prosecution
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. Director of National Intelligence has called for former President Barack Obama and several of his top national security officials to be prosecuted, accusing them of orchestrating a “treasonous conspiracy” to undermine Donald Trump’s 2016 …
Clash Over Land Leaves Five Dead in Afghanistan
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) A deadly clash between two families over a land dispute in northern Afghanistan’s Baghlan province left at least five people dead and 11 others wounded, local officials confirmed on Sunday. The violent confrontation erupted Saturday in the Shahr …