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Press releases published on April 10, 2025
Trump Considers Temporary Tariff Pause
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump revealed on Wednesday that he had been contemplating a temporary 90-day suspension of increased reciprocal tariffs with international trade allies “over the last few days.” The president mentioned that discussions …
Ex-Meta director says firm undermined US security over China deal
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) A former executive from Meta informed US senators on Wednesday that the tech giant compromised national security while chasing an $18 billion business opportunity in China. During a congressional hearing, Sarah Wynn-Williams, who once held the …
Trump's net worth declines by USD500 million after implementation of wide range of tariffs
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump's net worth has reportedly declined by $500 million in just under a week following his implementation of a wide range of tariffs, including a 34% tax on Chinese imports. According to Forbes, this drop came as global …
Trump`s son demands answers from Ukraine on supposed murder scheme
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Donald Trump Jr. has called out Ukrainian authorities for failing to inform U.S. officials about a man who reportedly attempted to acquire military weapons from Ukrainian contacts to assassinate his father during the 2024 presidential campaign. In …
JPMorgan rings world-wide recession alarm
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) JPMorgan has raised the likelihood of a global recession to 60%, up from 40%, following the announcement of sweeping new tariffs by US President Donald Trump. This move has shaken financial markets and raised fears of a global trade war. JPMorgan' …
Goldman Sachs claims US encountering escalating recession risk
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Goldman Sachs has raised concerns about an increasing risk of recession in the US, warning that President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy could dampen economic growth, drive inflation higher, and push up unemployment. In an updated …
US, South Korea conduct joint naval drills to boost rescue skills
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States and South Korea conducted a joint naval exercise this week aimed at enhancing their ability to conduct salvage and rescue operations at sea, both during wartime and peacetime, according to a news agency. The five-day drill began …
Forbes states Russia mints 15 new billionaires
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has gained 15 new billionaires over the past year, according to the 2025 Forbes World’s Billionaires List, bringing the country's total to a record 146 — despite ongoing Western sanctions intended to destabilize its economy. The new Russian …
Trump burdens China with 104 percent tariffs
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has raised tariffs on all Chinese imports to an eye-popping 104%, further intensifying the ongoing trade conflict and causing a $1.5 trillion loss in U.S. stock markets on Tuesday. Originally, China was expected to face a 34% …
WHO announces next pandemic possibly to hit ‘tomorrow’
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that another deadly pandemic could emerge as soon as "tomorrow," urging nations to prepare for future outbreaks. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized the need for governments to …
Washington reveals date, agenda of upcoming Russia-US discussions
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. State Department has officially confirmed that the next round of discussions with Russia will take place in Istanbul, Türkiye, on Thursday, April 10. The goal of the talks is to improve the functioning of diplomatic missions between the …
Media reports Germany freezing great refugee program
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany has temporarily suspended its participation in a UN refugee resettlement program, according to the DPA news agency, citing the Interior Ministry. The program, managed by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), resettles asylum …
US issues firm ultimatum to China over its influence in Panama Canal
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has issued a firm ultimatum to China over its influence in the Panama Canal, with plans to take back control and reduce Chinese involvement in the key waterway. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the U.S. commitment to the …
US House Speaker Delays Vote on Republican Budget Blueprint
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, US House Speaker Mike Johnson postponed a vote on the Republican budget plan intended to advance Leader Donald Trump’s domestic policies. Facing resistance from conservative lawmakers, Johnson informed the press that the vote would …
Musk announces selling X
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Elon Musk has announced that his AI startup, xAI, has acquired the social media platform X, which he also owns. The acquisition, confirmed in a Friday post on X, is an all-stock transaction. Musk stated that xAI, founded just two years ago, has …
Italian Premier Meets Queen of Jordan in Rome
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni welcomed Queen Rania of Jordan to Rome on Wednesday, where their discussions focused on enhancing mutual relations and collaborating on humanitarian initiatives in Gaza. A release from the Italian Premier’s Office …
UN report calls for fundamental change in tackling environmental crises
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) A new report from the United Nations University, released on Wednesday, highlights the urgent need for humanity to go beyond simply managing the symptoms of environmental crises and to address their fundamental causes. The 2025 Interconnected …
Tragic accident claims lives in Indonesia's East Java
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) A devastating accident on Thursday resulted in the deaths of seven individuals and left two others seriously injured when a minivan collided head-on with a passenger bus in Gresik Regency, East Java, Indonesia, according to local officials. The …
Treasury Secretary declares Chinese firms possibly to be taken out from US stock markets
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has indicated that Washington is considering delisting Chinese companies from US stock exchanges as part of the ongoing trade conflict. This announcement came after China raised tariffs on American goods …
Oil rate dips to four-year low
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April 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Oil prices dropped over 3% on Monday, extending last week's losses, as rising US-China trade tensions fueled concerns about a potential recession, which could reduce demand for crude oil. Brent crude futures for June 2025 delivery fell below $64 …