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Press releases published on August 7, 2025
US soldier tries to provide information to Russia hoping to get Russian citizenship
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A U.S. Army soldier is facing serious accusations after being taken into custody for allegedly attempting to provide Russia with classified information regarding American military equipment, specifically the M1A2 Abrams tank, in hopes of gaining …
Japan’s PM calls on Trump to modify executive order of imposing higher tariffs
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Thursday called on U.S. President Donald Trump to amend his executive order imposing higher tariffs on Japanese goods, as Washington’s new 15% tariffs on Japanese exports took effect, Kyodo News reported. …
Raids in Nigeria Lead to Abduction of Civilians
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 45 women and minors were seized during a series of coordinated nighttime assaults on five rural communities in Nigeria’s northwestern Zamfara State, local officials confirmed on Tuesday. The recent wave of violence began late Monday …
Data shows July is third warmest month globally
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Recent climate data indicates that July 2025 ranked as the third-warmest July ever recorded worldwide, according to findings from a leading European climate monitoring agency. Reports show that global temperatures during the month were 1.25°C (2. …
Study Reveals California Wildfires Linked to 400 More Deaths
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A new analysis has found that the Southern California wildfires in early 2025 led to over 400 additional deaths, underscoring a far greater public health impact than previously reported. According to a study released Wednesday by JAMA Network Open …
Inter Miami Advances to Leagues Cup Quarterfinals
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Luis Suarez delivered a standout performance on Wednesday night, scoring once and assisting twice to propel Inter Miami to a commanding 3-1 victory over Pumas UNAM, securing the club's place in the Leagues Cup quarterfinals. The visitors struck …
UN Grieves Ghana Deadly Helicopter Crash
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, United Nations (UN) agencies operating in Ghana offered their condolences to the country's government and citizens after a devastating helicopter crash claimed eight lives, including two high-ranking ministers. Speaking on behalf of …
Luxury Sector Faces Decline as Tourist Spending Falls
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) High-end fashion houses have seen a noticeable dip in revenues across European and Japanese markets, as American and Chinese tourists—historically key contributors to international luxury demand—have scaled back their spending abroad, as per a …
Athens Condemns Illegal Seizure of Church Lands
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Athens has voiced strong displeasure over the confiscation of properties belonging to the Greek Orthodox Church in the West Bank by unlawful Israeli settlers, according to local news reports on Thursday. As reported by a daily newspaper, Greek …
Taiwan reports China initiated air, sea army exercises around island
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan's Defense Ministry announced on Thursday that China had initiated coordinated air and sea military exercises around the island. In a statement posted on X, the ministry reported tracking 47 Chinese military aircraft by 8:30 a.m. local time …
Indian Premier vows to "never compromise” on interests the nation’s people
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded defiantly Thursday to US President Donald Trump’s imposition of steep new tariffs on Indian goods, vowing not to compromise on national interests despite the potential political and economic fallout. …
Helicopter Crash in Ghana Kills Ministers
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A military helicopter crashed in Ghana on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of all eight individuals on board, including two high-ranking government ministers. Among the casualties were Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment …
Mini Dump Truck Accident Claims Nine Lives in Philippines
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Nine individuals lost their lives and 15 others sustained injuries after a mini dump truck carrying 24 passengers veered off the road and fell into a ravine in Sultan Kudarat province, located in the southern Philippines, authorities reported …
Trump Threatens China with Expanded Sanctions
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has indicated that he might introduce additional penalties against China as part of a wider initiative to intensify pressure on countries that maintain commercial ties with Russia. During remarks made on Wednesday, Trump …
India’s Modi Stands Resolute Against U.S. New Tariffs
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood resolute Thursday against escalating US tariffs, declaring his willingness to bear a "heavy price" to protect the nation's interests. His firm stance followed US President Donald Trump’s executive order …
Syrian man gets murdered by Israeli attack in Lebanon
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A Syrian man was killed, and two others were injured in an overnight Israeli airstrike on the town of Deir Siriane in southern Lebanon, Lebanon’s Health Ministry announced on Thursday. The strike, which took place Wednesday night in the Marjaayoun …
Pakistan’s explosion leaves fourteen people dead
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) An explosion in Pakistan’s northwestern tribal region on Thursday left two people dead and at least 14 others injured, according to local police. The blast occurred in a market located in Wana, the administrative center of South Waziristan, near …
Thailand, Cambodia to reduce tensions on boarders
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Thailand and Cambodia have reached an agreement on a 13-point plan aimed at implementing a ceasefire to reduce tensions along their contested border, following five days of clashes last month. This accord was finalized during a General Border …
Japan Calls on Trump to Reconsider New 15 Percent Tariffs
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba called on US President Donald Trump to reconsider the recently imposed higher tariffs from Washington, as reported by media. This appeal coincides with the implementation of the US’s 15% tariff on …
Turkmenistan’s leader urges transition to hydrogen energy
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkmenistan’s President Serdar Berdimuhamedov has put forward a proposal to establish an international program aimed at advancing the transition to hydrogen energy between 2030 and 2040. Speaking at the Third United Nations Conference on …