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Deadly car crash in eastern Ecuador claims four lives, injures five
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) A catastrophic car crash in eastern Ecuador on Friday has led to the loss of over four lives and left five individuals injured, as reported by local media citing the national emergency service. The Integrated Security Service ECU 911 confirmed …
UN Official Describes Situation in Gaza as ‘hellish’
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The leader of the United Nations organization aiding Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) painted a grim picture of conditions in the Gaza Strip, calling them "hellish," and stated on Friday that the humanitarian crisis has intensified since a ceasefire …
RSF attack kills over 32 civilians in El Fasher, Sudan
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 32 civilians have died following an attack by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State, as reported by the Sudanese army. "The militia launched a swarm of suicide drones on El Fasher today ( …
British premier calls emergency parliament session to save British steel factory
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) In a decisive move, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has summoned Parliament for an emergency session on Saturday to quickly pass legislation aimed at averting the closure of the British Steel plant in Scunthorpe. This action follows the …
Israeli Soldiers Sign Petition Urging for Prisoner Exchange Deal
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, a large number of Israeli troops endorsed a fresh appeal urging the leadership to finalize a "prisoner swap deal" and bring an end to the ongoing hostilities in the Gaza Strip. According to an Israeli national broadcaster, the signees …
Britain expands import ban on EU meat, dairy amid disease threat
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) The UK government has announced an immediate expansion of its ban on personal imports of meat and dairy products, now affecting all countries within the European Union. This measure, which takes effect on Saturday, is a direct response to the …
Leader of Moldova’s autonomous region of Gagauzia gets arrested
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April 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Yevgenia Gutsul, the leader of Moldova’s autonomous region of Gagauzia and a strong critic of the country’s pro-Western government, was arrested on Tuesday evening at Chisinau’s international airport. Authorities claim she was on a wanted list, …
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 …