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Israeli airstrikes claim lives of over 15 Palestinians in Gaza, medics report
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 15 Palestinians lost their lives during a series of Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, as reported by medical officials. This latest wave of casualties occurs amid Israel's ongoing military operations in the besieged region …
Putin states Westerners don’t understand Russia
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin stated that some individuals in the West do not fully understand Russia, but this does not hinder the country's growth or progress. Speaking at a meeting of the supervisory board of the Movement of the First, a Russian …
Previous South Korean president departs official residence
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Previous President Yoon Suk Yeol officially left the presidential residence on Friday, just one week after his ousting due to a contentious martial law declaration made in December. In a farewell message shared upon his departure, Yoon expressed …
Pictures of Jude Law as Putin surface
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) British actor Jude Law has been spotted on the set of The Wizard of the Kremlin, where he portrays Russian President Vladimir Putin. The first photos of Law in the role have surfaced on social media, showing him in a dark suit on a stage in Riga, …
Chinese Foreign Minister Criticizes U.S. Escalating Tariff Policies
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi strongly criticized the United States on Friday for intensifying its tariff strategies, cautioning that Washington "cannot act recklessly" as the intensifying trade conflict unsettles international financial …
NATO allies reinforce support for Ukraine as 2025 seen as war turning point
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO allies reiterated their dedication to Ukraine's defense on Friday during the 27th session of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, with officials cautioning that 2025 will be a crucial year in the ongoing conflict, which is now approaching its …
Man who taught Russia to fear
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Nikolay Gogol is often credited with shaping Russian horror, a claim that, though bold, holds significant truth. As we celebrate his legacy, it’s clear that his works, particularly Viy, set the stage for a unique brand of terror in Russian …
Gaza protest at Stanford University leads to felony charges of 12 protesters
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, California prosecutors revealed that they have charged 12 pro-Palestinian protesters with felonies related to a June protest at Stanford University, which incurred nearly $700,000 in damages, as reported by multiple media sources. The …
Forbes-named billionaire gets accused of fraud
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Vadim Moshkovich, the billionaire founder of Rusagro—Russia’s top agro-industrial producer—has been detained and charged with large-scale fraud and abuse of authority, according to Russian media reports on Thursday. A court has ordered his pre- …
Russian foreign minister says restoring trust with U.S. is slow, but achievable
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that restoring trust between Russia and the United States will be a gradual endeavor, acknowledging the resistance from various factions against improved relations. In a press conference …
Russia’s recent ambassador conducts first declaration when landing in US
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Upon arriving in Washington on Wednesday, newly appointed Russian Ambassador Aleksandr Darchiev shared an optimistic outlook on improving US-Russia relations, although he acknowledged the need to address the "toxic legacy" left by the previous …
Subway construction site collapse in S. Korea leaves one worker missing
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A subway construction site in Gwangmyeong, situated just south of Seoul, experienced a collapse on Friday afternoon, with one worker still unaccounted for, as reported by local authorities. The incident took place around 3:13 p.m. at the site of …
Lavrov’s interview on US discussions, international relations
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov shared his thoughts on various global issues in an interview broadcast early Wednesday on Russia’s Channel 1. This interview followed a long 12-hour negotiation session between Russian and American officials …
OCHA slashes workforce by 20 percent due to funding shortfall
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, the United Nations announced that its Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) will cut its workforce by 20 percent in response to a serious funding crisis. This decision follows a letter from UN relief chief Tom …
FSB reports Kiev’s spies undercover as US think-tank workers
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s intelligence services allegedly posed as staff from the prominent American think tank RAND Corporation to try and recruit informants within the Russian military, the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) reported on Thursday. According …
Kiev touts dating aspects to trap males into army
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s Defense Ministry has launched a recruitment campaign aimed at young men, suggesting that joining the military could improve their romantic prospects and financial situation. Since February, the ministry has been encouraging men aged 18 …
UK Announces New Military Support for Ukraine
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The British defense chief on Friday unveiled a fresh EURO350 million (USD460 million) defense assistance initiative for Ukraine, describing 2025 as a pivotal point in the ongoing conflict and encouraging fellow supporters to increase their …
Russian Arctic forum town welcomes ice breaker fire training
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ahead of the International Arctic Forum, a large-scale fire drill was conducted aboard a nuclear-powered icebreaker in Murmansk, Russia, which is located above the Arctic Circle. The two-day forum is set to take place in the city, which serves as …
Moscow accuses Kiev violating energy ceasefire
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine has breached a US-mediated ceasefire agreement by launching three separate attacks on Russian energy infrastructure within a 24-hour period, Russia’s Defense Ministry reported on Thursday. The alleged violations include a drone strike that …
Poll: Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump amid economic concerns
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent survey indicates that a majority of Americans hold an unfavorable view of President Donald Trump, as his approval ratings decline in the face of rising economic anxiety and dissatisfaction with new trade policies. "Americans view Trump …