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Press releases published on July 1, 2025
UN Security Council extends UNDOF mandate on Golan Heights
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2782 on Monday, extending the mandate of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) on the Golan Heights for six months, through December 31, 2025. The resolution reiterates the …
Ukraine attacks Donetsk People’s Republic killing one person
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Reports indicate that a woman was killed and at least three others were injured—including a teenage boy and an adult man—after long-range missiles struck the Voroshilovsky district in central Donetsk. The head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin, stated …
Two Katyusha missiles strike Iraqi airbase
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Two Katyusha rockets struck the vicinity of an airbase in the northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk late Monday, an Iraqi news organization reported, citing a senior security source. According to the source, one of the rockets landed between the first and …
Thailand’s Business Sentiment Marks Improvement in June
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand’s business sentiment showed marked improvement in June, bolstered by rebounds in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors, the central bank reported on Tuesday. The nation’s Business Sentiment Index (BSI) surged to 48.6 last month …
European Stock Markets Mostly Decline
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) European equity markets ended Monday lower across the board, with the exception of Italy, as investors remained concentrated on the continuing trade discussions between the European Union and the United States. The broad Stoxx Europe 600 index …
Russia Blacklists American Fighter
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Ryan David O’Leary, an American national and previous member of the US Army National Guard, has been added to Russia’s official roster of individuals identified as terrorists and extremists. O’Leary, who served as a foreign combatant for Ukraine, …
Cultural Figures Urge UK to Halt Ban on Palestine Action
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A collective of more than 400 cultural personalities appealed to the British government on Monday to reconsider its plan to outlaw the Palestine Action group and to "stop arming Israel." This plea was made through an open letter endorsed by …
Next year’s NATO summit is to take place in Ankara
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye will serve as the host for the NATO leaders’ summit in 2026, with the event scheduled to take place in the capital city, Ankara, according to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on June 30. Speaking at a press conference after a cabinet meeting …
IMF Greenlights USD0.5B Payout for Ukraine
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given the green light for the eighth review of its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Ukraine, releasing a $0.5 billion tranche aimed at bolstering the country's state budget, the National Bank of Ukraine …
Thai PM gets suspended due to phone call with ex Cambodian leader
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand’s Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra following mounting calls for her resignation linked to a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. In the recording, Paetongtarn refers to Hun Sen as …
Explosion Hits Oil Tanker Off Libya
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) A vessel transporting approximately one million barrels of crude oil has experienced an explosion off Libya’s shoreline. Although the detonation caused serious damage, there have been no reports of injuries or environmental contamination. The …
Syria Hails Trump’s Move to Lift U.S. Sanctions
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Syria has warmly embraced a major executive decision by U.S. President Donald Trump, signed on Monday, which removes most American sanctions from the country. The Syrian government hailed this as a historic shift, with potential to drive national …
Singaporean authorities now have power to stop scams
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Starting Tuesday, Singaporean authorities have been granted new powers to seize control of individuals’ bank accounts and block financial transactions if there is suspicion that the person is falling victim to a scam. This move aims to tackle a …
Global Air Travel, Cargo Demand Rise in May
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Worldwide air passenger demand increased by 5 percent in May 2025 compared to the previous year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Monday. The total air capacity, calculated in available seat kilometers, also grew …
UN Chief expresses worry over evacuation order from IDF in Gaza
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed alarm on Monday over Israel’s new evacuation orders for northern Gaza, as hostilities and civilian casualties continue to mount. “Civilians must be respected and protected,” said Guterres’ …
Russian prosecutors investigate YouTuber for violating foreign agent policy
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian authorities have initiated a criminal investigation into a well-known YouTuber accused of failing to properly identify himself as a foreign agent in his published content, according to law enforcement sources reported by media outlets. The …
China Imposes Sanctions on Ex-Philippine Senator
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China has imposed sanctions on former Philippine senator Francis Tolentino, citing his “egregious conduct” on issues related to China, according to a statement by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday. The sanctions will prevent Tolentino from …
Trump Urges Probe into Musk's Government Ties
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has proposed that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) investigate Elon Musk, claiming the tech mogul has gained disproportionately from public funding. Trump’s remarks come as tensions rise between the two, …
Israeli Strike on Tehran’s Evin Prison Claims 79 Lives
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The death toll from Israel’s recent strike on Evin Prison in Tehran has now reached 79, according to an Iranian news outlet, citing reports from Monday. The victims of the June 23rd assault included not only inmates but also visiting family …
Venezuela Condemns U.S. Forced Family Separations
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Venezuela's government strongly condemned on Monday the forced separation of several migrant families by U.S. authorities, calling the actions a gross violation of human rights. At a press briefing, Jorge Rodriguez, the head of the Unified Command …