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Press releases published on July 5, 2025
French authorities detain suspect in ‘Incel’ terrorism case
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) An 18-year-old man in France has been charged with terrorism for allegedly planning knife attacks on women, marking the country’s first terrorism case tied directly to the incel movement, according to media reports citing the National Anti- …
Paris states Le Pen’s AC strategy full of hot air
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) France’s Environment Minister Agnès Pannier-Runacher has rejected Marine Le Pen’s proposal to install air conditioning across the country, calling it an ineffective response to climate change that could worsen urban heat, Politico reported. As …
North Korean Civilian Breaks Through Korea's Fortress Border
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A North Korean civilian shattered the heavily militarized inter-Korean boundary Friday in what military officials describe as a dramatic defection attempt across one of the world's most dangerous borders. The man penetrated the Military …
FBI phone hacked by Mexican drug cartel to murder informants
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A hacker employed by Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa cartel infiltrated the phone records and location data of a senior FBI agent based at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, according to a new report by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector …
Poll indicates almost half of Americans believe US won’t be superpower within ten years
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A new YouGov poll reveals that a large portion of American adults are deeply pessimistic about the future of the United States, with many fearing economic collapse, political upheaval, and the end of the country’s status as a global superpower …
IAEA's inspectors withdraw from Iran after suspension of cooperation
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have left Iran following suspension of cooperation by Tehran, the agency confirmed on Friday. The withdrawal comes after Israel and the United States conducted a series of military …
Macron discusses concerns over nuclear non-proliferation with Putin
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron revealed that his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin—their first in nearly three years—was largely devoted to concerns over nuclear non-proliferation, particularly in light of …
Rwanda Pledges to Uphold Commitments in Deal with DRC
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Rwanda’s leader stated Friday that his nation is committed to fulfilling its responsibilities under a peace accord recently facilitated by the U.S. and signed with the Democratic Republic of Congo. This marked his initial public statement since …
Russian FM extends Independence Day greetings to US
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has extended Independence Day greetings to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the American public, marking the July 4 holiday with a message focused on diplomacy and the potential for improved bilateral …
Additional EU nation reintroduces imposition of immigration controls
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Poland has announced the temporary reinstatement of border controls with Germany and Lithuania in an effort to limit illegal immigration, despite all three countries being part of the EU's Schengen Zone, which typically allows unrestricted travel. …
Trump issues threat to Hamas
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, urging the group to accept a new American-backed ceasefire agreement or risk facing even harsher conditions. Trump stated that the deal, which Israel has reportedly already approved, …
Trump strengthens his image as "peacemaker"
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has strengthened his image as a "peacemaker" by quickly calming the recent flare-up between Israel and Iran. However, his approach to diffusing the Middle East conflict relied less on established international legal …
Trump Poised to Reveal Fresh Tariff Measures on Twelve Nations
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump announced Friday evening that the United States will reveal fresh tariff measures targeting up to 12 nations beginning Monday. "I did, I signed some letters and they'll go out on Monday," Trump told reporters. "Probably 12 …
Rubio declares termination to USAID programs
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. government has officially closed its foreign aid agency, USAID, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced, criticizing the organization for inefficiency and failing to fulfill its core mission. Rubio stated on Tuesday that despite over $ …
Anti-corruption authorities conducts raid of Ukraine's ex-defense minister
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian media outlets have reported that anti-corruption authorities conducted a raid at the home of Aleksey Reznikov, the country’s former defense minister, as part of an ongoing probe into alleged embezzlement during his time in office. …
Moscow claims EU establishing ‘liberal dictatorship’ in ex-Soviet nation
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has condemned Moldova’s actions against Yevgenia Gutsul, the governor of the autonomous Gagauzia region, calling it an example of the EU promoting “liberal dictatorship” and suppressing political opposition. Russian Foreign Ministry …
Trump plans to ‘take a look’ at deporting Elon Musk
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has said he might consider deporting tech billionaire Elon Musk and could task the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with investigating Musk’s government contracts. The remarks come as tensions between the two …
Lavrov states ‘catastrophic’ budget surge will put end to NATO
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned that NATO's recent decision to significantly increase military spending could have disastrous consequences for the alliance. Speaking Monday at a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty …
Bitcoin Solaris Introduces Mobile Mining for Quick Wealth Building
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July 5, 2025
TALLINN, Estonia, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a major leap for crypto accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris is introducing mobile mining through its upcoming Solaris Nova app allowing users to earn crypto directly from their smartphones, laptops, or …
Little Pepe Surpasses $3.7M in Presale as Investors Rush Toward the Most Promising EVM Layer 2 Meme Coin of 2025
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July 5, 2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Little Pepe has surged past $3.7 million in presale funding, capturing the attention of crypto investors as one of the most promising EVM-compatible Layer 2 meme coins of 2025. Combining the …