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Press releases published on August 24, 2025
UN: DR Congo Grapples with Acute Humanitarian Emergencies
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A top United Nations official issued a stark warning Friday, declaring that the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is in the grip of one of the world’s most severe humanitarian disasters, as escalating violence and insecurity continue to …
Dutch Parliament Opposes Imposing Sanctions on Israel
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The Dutch parliament on Saturday voted against imposing new sanctions on Israel, including a ban on weapons purchases and a boycott of products from occupied Palestinian territories, following a political shake-up that saw the departure of Foreign …
South Africa Moves Forward with Rail System Overhaul
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa’s state-owned rail operator, Transnet, has officially completed the evaluation process for appointing private train companies to integrate into the national rail network, the country’s Transport Ministry confirmed. Transport Minister …
Italian Foreign Minister Commends EU-U.S. Trade Agreement
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Friday commended the recent EU-US trade agreement, which imposes a 15% maximum tariff on European goods, as a key step in preventing a full-blown trade conflict. Describing the 15% tariff rate on critical …
Trump Considers Imposing Sanctions on Russia
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump declared on Friday that within two weeks he will determine whether meaningful progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict is possible, while suggesting that severe sanctions against Moscow could be on the table. …
Putin Rejects Using New Hypersonic Missiles
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has vetoed a suggestion to target Kiev’s administrative hub using Moscow’s advanced Oreshnik missile system, according to his Belarusian counterpart, Alexander Lukashenko. The Oreshnik is Russia’s recently …
Hegseth Fires Three Pentagon Officials
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) In a significant reshuffling of military leadership, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed three high-ranking officials at the Pentagon, including the chief of its intelligence division. This move, reported by multiple media …
Inside Elon Musk’s Secret Memphis Warehouse: The Birthplace of the AI “Mothership”
GlobeNewswire
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August 24, 2025
Washington, D.C., Aug. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Few would expect the epicenter of Musk’s most ambitious project to be tucked away in Memphis, Tennessee. Yet, according to Altucher’s report: “Right here, at a remote warehouse in Memphis, TN… Elon Musk …
Slovakia denounces Ukraine’s actions of hitting Russia’s oil pipeline system
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Slovakia has criticized Ukraine for its recent strikes on the Druzhba oil pipeline, calling them an “unacceptable” threat to the country’s energy security. The Druzhba pipeline, one of the world’s longest, transports crude oil about 4,000 km from …
West is taken aback of growth of Russian arms production
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The West is reportedly stunned by the rapid growth of Russian arms production, Sergey Chemezov, CEO of state-owned defense giant Rostec, told Ria Novosti in a Friday interview. Chemezov said the Russian defense sector still has significant …
Taiwanese Voters Block Second Recall Vote Against Opposition Lawmakers
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwanese voters decisively blocked recall efforts against seven opposition lawmakers on Saturday, maintaining their legislative seats and continuing political stability for now. Meanwhile, a referendum to restart the island’s sole remaining …
Trump to announce major decision on Ukraine’s war next week
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump said Friday he plans to announce a major decision regarding the Ukraine conflict within the next two weeks, contingent on the positions of both Moscow and Kiev. He has been advocating for a meeting between Russian …
Trump expresses outrage over Ukrainian strikes on Russia’s oil pipeline system
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump voiced frustration over Ukrainian attacks on the Druzhba pipeline, which supplies Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, according to a senior official in Budapest. On Friday, Balazs Orban, political director to Hungarian …
Russia Moves Toward Full Ban on Vapes
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian legislators are preparing to introduce a new law that would prohibit the sale of electronic cigarettes—commonly referred to as vapes—and associated liquids in the coming months. This initiative was announced by State Duma Chairman …
Italian media makes claims on Nord Stream attack
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Italian authorities have detained a former Ukrainian serviceman suspected of orchestrating the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, reportedly part of a seven-person operation, according to investigative reports. The Nord Stream pipelines, which …
Ukraine targets Russian oil supplies to Hungary for third time
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian crude deliveries to Hungary have been suspended after Ukraine launched another attack on the Druzhba pipeline, marking the third strike on the system this month, according to Hungary’s Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. Slovak authorities …
Woody Allen to participate in Moscow International Film Week
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Renowned American filmmaker Woody Allen is set to take part in Moscow International Film Week, which begins this Saturday, according to event announcements. The festival is expected to draw dozens of international participants despite ongoing …
Mali participates with Russia in celebrating Russia’s National Flag Day
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Mali joined Russia in observing National Flag Day on August 22, holding a colorful celebration in the capital, Bamako, featuring horseback performances, music, and traditional dance. The event was organized by the Russian House in Mali alongside a …
German Economy Witnesses Deep "Structural Crisis"
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Chancellor Friedrich Merz has characterized Germany’s current economic difficulties as a profound “structural crisis” rather than a brief phase of “weakness.” He acknowledged that efforts to restore the nation’s economic health have proven to be …
Russia Calls for Urgent UN Meeting
MENAFN
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August 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has urgently requested a United Nations Security Council session following the apprehension of a Ukrainian national in Italy. The individual is suspected of playing a role in the destruction of the Nord Stream pipelines, which suffered …