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Press releases published on July 2, 2025
Ex-South Korea’s PM gets questioned over ex-leader martial law attempt
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, South Korea’s former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and current Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun were summoned by a special prosecutor investigating ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to declare martial law last year, according …
Trump Mulls Deporting Musk After Sharp Criticism of Tax Bill
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Tuesday that the White House might explore the possibility of deporting billionaire Elon Musk, following the entrepreneur’s fierce criticism of the president's tax and spending plan. Musk, originally from …
Anyone who disagrees with Trump would get deported including Musk
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he might consider the possibility of deporting Elon Musk, as tensions between the two intensified once again due to a Republican-supported financial legislation. “I don’t know. We’ll have to take a …
EU Highlights Strong Commitment to Uniting with Western Balkans
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, reiterated the European Union's unwavering commitment to expanding the bloc, underscoring that "Europe cannot be united without the Western Balkans." Her remarks came on Tuesday during the Western …
S. Africa wants to make ninety-day tariff suspension longer
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) With the United States’ 90-day tariff suspension set to end on July 9, South Africa’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, announced on Tuesday that South Africa, together with other African nations, is pushing for the pause to …
Pakistan, India’s floods claim lives of seventy-three people
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Severe monsoon rains and flash floods have led to the deaths of at least 73 people across Pakistan and India, with authorities warning that the hazardous weather is expected to persist in several regions. In Pakistan, the National Disaster …
Trump Says Israel Agreed to Terms for Gaza Ceasefire
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Israel has agreed to the terms required to secure a 60-day ceasefire aimed at halting the ongoing Gaza conflict. Trump also called on Hamas to accept the proposed deal. "Israel has agreed to …
Chinese President to Miss BRICS Summit for First Time
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) China confirmed on Wednesday that President Xi Jinping will not be attending this month’s BRICS summit, marking the first time he will miss the annual gathering of major emerging economies. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will represent China at the …
Xi meets with Ecuadorian Leader to discuss their bilateral ties
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa in Beijing on Friday, marking the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Xi highlighted the steady progress in their partnership, noting that …
Taiwan Spots Chinese Amphibious Ship Near Northern Coast
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan’s Ministry of Defense confirmed on Tuesday that a Chinese amphibious ship had been spotted off the island's northern coast, marking the first such detection in this region. The sighting follows earlier reports from local media. According to …
Belarusian President confirms arrival of Russia’s missile systems in Belarus
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced on Tuesday that Russia’s advanced Oreshnik hypersonic missile systems are scheduled to be deployed in Belarus by the end of 2025, following agreements made with Russian President Vladimir Putin. …
Quad countries announce initiative to strengthen global supply chains
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) The foreign ministers of the Quad countries—comprising the United States, Australia, India, and Japan—announced on Tuesday the launch of a new initiative aimed at strengthening and diversifying the global supply chains for critical minerals. …
Australian airline Qantas reveals cyberattack stole customer information.
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Australian airline Qantas revealed that a cyberattack has likely compromised a large volume of customer information. The Qantas Group explained in a statement that on Monday, a cybercriminal accessed a third-party platform used by a …
Spanish Steel Manufacturer Ends Trade with Israel
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Sidenor, a leading Spanish steel manufacturer, announced on Tuesday that it will cease all trade with Israel, according to local reports. This move follows revelations last month by an Irish news outlet, which disclosed that Sidenor had delivered …
Brunei business conference stresses innovation to achieve project’s goals
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) At the Brunei Business Conference 2025 held near the capital on Tuesday, a government minister highlighted that for Brunei to achieve its Vision 2035—which aims for a high quality of life, a vibrant and sustainable economy, and a well-educated …
Chinese President Pushes for Unified Market, Stricter Anti-Corruption Measures
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the creation of a “unified national market” while stressing the need for stringent regulation of power to combat corruption, as the Communist Party of China (CPC) marked its 104th anniversary, …
Amnesty International is concerned about DRC-Rwanda deal failure
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Amnesty International has voiced strong concerns over the recently signed peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, stating that the deal fails to ensure justice for victims of serious crimes committed in eastern …
Study reveals support, quit tools help in smoking cessation
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent clinical trial has shown that providing a range of nicotine replacement options or vaping products combined with behavioral support significantly helps individuals leaving rehabilitation programs remain smoke-free—an achievement that is …
Trump announces agreement of ceasefire in Gaza without revealing details
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel has agreed to the essential terms needed to finalize a 60-day ceasefire aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. He called on Hamas to accept the agreement. Posting on his social media …
China asks its people to not travel to Iran despite ceasefire
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) China has once again urged its citizens to avoid traveling to Iran, despite a ceasefire currently in place between Tehran and Israel, as reported by state-run media on Wednesday. According to a news agency, the Chinese Embassy in Iran released a …