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Press releases published on July 19, 2025
Trump cautions over 150 countries of new tariffs
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has announced intentions to notify more than 150 countries that they may soon face new import tariffs of 10% to 15%, as part of a broader overhaul of U.S. trade policy aimed at protecting American industries. Since returning …
Kremlin denies to confirm speculation on Putin-Trump-Xi meeting
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has declined to confirm any plans for a meeting involving Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping during an upcoming World War II commemoration event in China, as stated by its …
France’s deepening fiscal troubles start to rattle financial markets
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Concerns are mounting over the European Union’s economic stability as France’s deepening fiscal troubles begin to rattle financial markets, according to reports referencing insights from ING Groep NV analysts. The euro slid to its lowest level in …
Colombian president says country must cut relations with NATO
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro has called for his country to cut ties with NATO, accusing the alliance's leadership of supporting what he describes as the genocide of Palestinians by Israel. Speaking at a pro-Palestinian international …
Rampant Wildfires Ravage France
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his strong support on Friday for the brave firefighters tackling raging wildfires across the country. Authorities are working tirelessly to control blazes in Martigues and the Broceliande forest. In …
Top NATO chief provides update on Patriots for Ukraine
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO’s top European commander, U.S. General Alexus Grynkewich, confirmed that American-made Patriot missile defense systems will be sent to Ukraine as quickly as possible, with Germany covering the cost. The move follows a recent agreement between …
S. Korea Reports Four Fatalities as Floods Persist
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The death toll from catastrophic flooding in South Korea has risen to four, following two additional fatalities as intense rainfall continues to wreak havoc. One person remains missing after being swept away by a river, as authorities rush to …
EU nation wants to sanction Ukrainian army representatives
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungary has called on the European Union to impose sanctions on three Ukrainian military officials it holds responsible for the alleged beating death of a Hungarian man during a forced conscription incident. The announcement came from Hungarian …
Lindsey Graham faces criticism over aggressive support
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has once again made headlines with an aggressive and emotionally charged statement, this time appearing to threaten Russia with U.S. military action in the near future. While Graham’s fiery outbursts are …
Russia denies claims of linking N. Korea closing resort to Lavrov’s visit
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has denied recent claims from Western media suggesting that North Korea shut down its newly opened Wonsan-Kalma beach resort to foreign visitors following a visit by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Reports indicated that North …
Athens Confronts Worsening Water Shortage
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Athens is confronting a worsening water shortage, according to reports emerging Wednesday. A newspaper highlighted alarming data from a recent study by the BEYOND Operational Unit of the National Observatory of Athens, revealing that the Mornos …
U.S., Venezuela Finalize Major Prisoner Exchange
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) A landmark prisoner swap between the US and Venezuela was finalized on Friday, securing the release of 10 American citizens in exchange for more than 200 Venezuelans held in an El Salvador prison. The deal, which saw the return of approximately …
EU-China Summit Set to Take Place in Beijing
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The 25th EU-China summit is set to take place next week in Beijing, as announced by the EU Council on Friday. The summit will be held on July 24, with key figures such as EU Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula …
Netherlands Revises Offshore Wind Energy Plans Amid Slow Transition Progress
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The Netherlands has revised its offshore wind energy plans for the North Sea, citing slower-than-anticipated progress in the green transition and ongoing challenges in the industrial sector, the caretaker government revealed Wednesday. In a letter …
Lavrov accuses Europe of provoking war against Russia
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Western European leaders of ignoring historical lessons and pushing the continent toward a direct military clash with Russia. Speaking at a press conference after ASEAN events on Friday, Lavrov …
NATO state pressures Trump to sanction Russia instantly
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze has urged former U.S. President Donald Trump to act swiftly on his threat to impose secondary sanctions on Russia, rather than waiting the proposed 50 days. Speaking to Politico, Braze argued that delaying …
Japan Seeks Renewed Tariff Talks with U.S.
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba signaled Friday that he intends to seek renewed discussions with US President Donald Trump regarding the looming tariff escalation. Ishiba's comments came after a meeting with US Treasury Secretary Scott …
Media reports prosecutor on Epstein, Diddy cases dismissed
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Federal prosecutor Maurene Comey, who played key roles in the investigations of Jeffrey Epstein and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, has been dismissed by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to multiple media outlets including Politico, The …
Trump states Coke will replace main ingredient
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Coca-Cola has agreed to replace high-fructose corn syrup with cane sugar in its American products. In a post on his Truth Social platform on Thursday, Trump said he had been in discussions with the …
Trump Enacts Law to Strengthen U.S. Crypto Dominance
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump officially signed into law a groundbreaking piece of crypto legislation on Friday, marking the creation of the first-ever federal regulatory framework for stablecoins. In a shift from his earlier skepticism towards …