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Press releases published on April 27, 2025
Trump Affirms US Control Over Important Global Waterways
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Leader Donald Trump has asserted that the Panama Canal and the Suez Canal would not “exist” without the involvement of the United States, and he called for American commercial and military ships to be allowed to pass through these vital passages …
China, Central Asia Commit to Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) At the sixth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Saturday, significant political groundwork was laid for the upcoming second China-Central Asia Summit later this year, with extensive discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation. …
Vatican Asks for Respectful Mourning in Pope Francis’ Funeral
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Vatican officials have called on mourners to avoid taking photographs while the late Pope Francis is lying in state at St. Peter’s Basilica, emphasizing the need for decorum and reverence during this period of mourning. This request followed the …
Polish Premier Says He Wants ‘strongest army’
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Polish Premier Donald Tusk recently revealed a new national strategy designed to transform Warsaw into an “economic miracle” safeguarded by the “strongest army in the region.” The announcement came during a speech marking the 1,000th anniversary …
House Republicans Budget Cuts Threaten Deep Medicaid Reduction
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) House Republicans encountered a significant challenge on Thursday, tasked with slashing $1.5 trillion from the budget, potentially cutting hundreds of billions from Medicaid to fund President Trump’s tax cuts, according to reports. Despite claims …
Pakistani Defense Minister Criticizes Western Region
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has sharply criticized the West, particularly the United States, for its involvement in exacerbating security tensions in the region. During an interview with the media, released on Friday, Asif was asked …
European Presidents Urge Ukraine to Consider Territorial Concessions
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) European leaders are reportedly urging Ukraine to confront the growing likelihood that a peace settlement with Russia might involve ceding certain territories, based on a report from the media on Friday, which cited insider sources. The topic was …
China Pioneers Agricultural Drone Innovation
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent report highlights China’s role as a leader in adopting and expanding drone technology in agriculture. Drones are proving to be highly cost-effective, significantly lowering operational costs by almost eliminating fuel use, precisely …
Uzbekistan-Azerbaijan Trade Relations See Increase in 2025
MENAFN
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Trade relations between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan have seen a notable increase of 20% since the beginning of 2025, the Uzbek president's press service revealed on Saturday. In a recent telephone conversation, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and …
Titanic Survivor's Letter Fetches Unprecedented Price at UK Auction
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A letter penned by a Titanic passenger just days before the tragic sinking has fetched an unprecedented £300,000 ($400,000) at a UK auction. Written by Colonel Archibald Gracie, the letter was acquired by an undisclosed buyer through Henry …
Russian SVR Chief Accuses UK of Provocations Against Russia
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Sergey Naryshkin, the head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), has accused the UK of potentially orchestrating provocations against Russia. Speaking to the media on Saturday, Naryshkin pointed out the UK’s history of carrying out …
South Africa's President Receives Support Ahead of Trump Talks
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen expressed that Leader Cyril Ramaphosa's upcoming meeting with United States Leader Donald Trump would serve as an opportunity to dispel misconceptions about South Africa. Based on Steenhuisen, this …
Putin Signals Russia's Openness to Negotiate with Ukraine
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed Russia's openness to engaging in talks with Ukraine without any preconditions, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. This statement followed a discussion between Putin and U.S. President …
Trump Criticizes Zelensky for Delayed Minerals Deal
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Leader Vladimir Zelensky is “three weeks late” in finalizing a deal with the United States regarding mineral resources, based on Leader Donald Trump. Trump made this statement in a post on Truth Social on Friday, urging that the …
Afghanistan Extends Condolences Over Iran Deadly Explosion
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Afghanistan’s interim government has extended its condolences and expressed solidarity with Iran following a deadly explosion at an Iranian port, the Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in a statement on Sunday. In a statement …
Estonian President Reveals Trump’s Statements About Ukraine
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) During a recent interaction, Estonian President Alar Karis stated that U.S. Leader Donald Trump pledged to remain committed to the ongoing peace efforts concerning Ukraine. Karis mentioned that Trump expressed optimism about a resolution, …
2025 (Spring) Pharmaceutical Machinery Exposition Concludes Successfully
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April 27, 2025
BEIJING, April 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On April 25, 2025, the 66th (Spring 2025) National Pharmaceutical Machinery Exposition …
Water Surge from India Triggers Moderate Flooding in Muzaffarabad, Kashmir
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Water levels in a major river surged in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on Saturday, resulting in “moderate flooding” and prompting a warning from local officials. In a brief announcement, a spokesperson for the district administration in …
Israeli Airstrikes Claim 56 More Lives in Gaza, Death Toll Nears 51,500
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip claimed at least 56 more lives, bringing the total death toll from Israel's ongoing conflict since October 2023 to 51,495, according to the Health Ministry's report on Saturday. The ministry also noted that 108 …
Clashes Break Out Between Indian, Pakistani Forces Along Kashmir's LoC
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April 27, 2025
(MENAFN) An armed confrontation took place between Pakistani and Indian forces along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir on Sunday, as reported by Pakistani security sources. "On April 26th, from 11:30 p.m. to 11:50 p.m. local time (1830-1850 GMT Saturday …