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Press releases published on July 28, 2025
Russia’s Aeroflot Cancels Over Forty Flights
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia's national airline, Aeroflot, grounded more than 40 flights on Monday after an "information failure." The airline, based at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport, made the announcement via its press office, but did not specify the …
U.S. Congress Pressured to Reveal Epstein-Linked Files
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Tensions are mounting in the US Congress as calls grow louder to release sealed records connected to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, exposing fractures within the Republican Party as some members break from President Donald Trump, …
Colombia Completely Bans Coal Export to Israel
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro has declared an absolute ban on the export of coal to Israel, stating that "not a single ton of coal" will be shipped as long as Israeli military operations continue in Gaza. This decision, reported by various …
China states diplomatic method ‘only way’ to solve Iranian nuclear problem
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) China reaffirmed on Monday that a diplomatic approach remains the sole viable solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, as Iran and European nations—France, Germany, and the UK—prepare to resume talks in Istanbul. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman …
US Deploys THAAD Interceptors in Israel
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) During a 12-day armed conflict in June, the United States deployed approximately a quarter of its stockpile of advanced THAAD missile interceptors in response to a barrage of over 500 ballistic missiles launched by Iran at Israel, according to …
UN states more than 87 percent of Gaza Strip under Israeli army commands
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations announced on Monday that 87.7% of the Gaza Strip falls within Israeli militarized zones, displacement orders, or areas where these overlap. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric, citing the Office for the Coordination of …
New Zealand Plans to Abolish Checkout Fees by 2026
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) New Zealand plans to outlaw retail payment surcharges by May 2026, a move aimed at sparing consumers millions of dollars, government officials revealed Monday. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon framed the surcharge prohibition as part of a wider …
UK Records Highest Phone Theft in Europe
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) According to data compiled by the US insurer SquareTrade, nearly 40% of all mobile phone theft claims across Europe originate from the UK, as reported by a news agency on Friday. The research, which analyzes claims from SquareTrade’s twelve …
Russian FM advices Europe to follow Trump’s view on Russia
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday called on European leaders to adopt the same approach toward Russia as that of US President Donald Trump, criticizing current EU policies for heightening tensions. At a press conference in Moscow …
Shooting in Bangkok Leaves Six Dead
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The death toll from a mass shooting in Bangkok's capital has risen to six, as a critically wounded security guard succumbed to their injuries on Monday. The suspected gunman opened fire at the Or Tor Kor Market, located in the Chatuchak district …
UN Sounds Alarm Over Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher stated on Sunday, "As the world is witnessing, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is devastating." Fletcher, who also serves as the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator, described the dire …
ISS Projected to Run Until 2030
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Space Station (ISS) is projected to remain functional beyond the current U.S.-Russia agreement, which extends usage until 2028, with operations likely continuing at least until 2030, according to Roscosmos Director General Dmitry …
Putin facilitates migration regulations for post-Soviet state
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has relaxed entry and employment regulations for Moldovan nationals traveling to Russia for work, despite ongoing tensions with Moldova’s pro-EU and pro-Ukraine government. Moldova, a former Soviet republic …
Thailand, Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand and Cambodia have reached an agreement for an “immediate” and “unconditional” ceasefire, which will come into effect at midnight local time (1700GMT) on Monday, following five days of intense border clashes. The announcement was made by …
New demonstrations against Zelensky’s crackdown on anti-graft bodies blow up in Kiev
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Hundreds of protesters have gathered in Kiev for the fifth day running to oppose President Vladimir Zelensky’s move to take control of two key anti-corruption agencies. Although Zelensky has agreed to reverse the controversial legislation, …
Germany criticizes Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s assistance delivery arrangement
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany has criticized the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) for its controversial and insufficient distribution of relief aid in the Gaza Strip, according to recent reports. The GHF, an American organization supported by Israel, began operations …
Torrential Rains in China Cause Landslide
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) At least six individuals have lost their lives and ten others remain unaccounted for after heavy rainfall triggered a devastating landslide in northern China on Monday. The disaster displaced hundreds of people, according to reports from state …
Medvedev Commits to Deepening Political Ties with Africa
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has shown robust support for African political groups involved in the battle against neocolonialism, reiterating Russia’s dedication to bolstering political discussions and cooperation throughout the …
Lithuania could prohibit Russian nationals from politics
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Lithuania’s largest opposition party, the Homeland Union – Lithuanian Christian Democrats (TSLKD), has introduced a bill that would prohibit Russian passport holders from acting as founders, members, or donors of political parties in the country. …
UK Accounts for 39 Percent of Europe’s Phone Thefts
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Nearly 40% of mobile phone theft claims reported across Europe come from the UK, reveals data from US insurer SquareTrade, as highlighted by media on Friday. The capital, London, alone is responsible for almost half of the country’s mobile …