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Press releases published on April 22, 2025
Taiwan asks for extra time to move ‘unofficial embassy’ in BRICS state
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan has requested an extension for relocating its office in South Africa, following the country's recent decision to downgrade its Pretoria office from Taipei Liaison Office (TLO) to Taipei Commercial Office (TCO). The South African government …
US embassy declares no formal US ambassador to S-Africa yet
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The US Embassy in Pretoria has clarified that Leo Brent Bozell has not yet been officially appointed as the US ambassador to South Africa, contrary to recent media reports. The embassy explained that no one can assume the ambassadorial role until …
Russian minister claims AI able to take place of half of Russia’s civil servants
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Artificial intelligence could take over the jobs of at least 50% of Russia’s civil servants, according to Maksut Shadaev, the country’s Minister of Digital Development. Speaking at the Data Fusion forum on Thursday, Shadaev emphasized AI's …
Putin endorses main treaty with Iran
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially enacted a major treaty with Iran, following its approval by the Russian parliament. The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement, originally signed with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in …
BRICS+ represents nearly half of world’s population
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) BRICS+ now represents nearly half of the world’s population and is projected to surpass the G7 in global GDP share by 2028. This highlights the rising influence of BRICS in global affairs, particularly in key sectors like agriculture, energy, …
Media reports Russian Oscar nominee inking with Hollywood organization
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian actor Yura Borisov, who earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Sean Baker’s film Anora, has signed with the prestigious Hollywood agency United Talent Agency (UTA), according to Variety. The 32-year-old actor, …
Celebration of Traditional Sports Marks End of Seventh Ethnosport Forum
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The Seventh Ethnosport Forum came to a close on Sunday with a dynamic awards ceremony in St. Petersburg, Russia, celebrating the worldwide resurgence of ancestral athletic disciplines. The event, which spotlighted the preservation and promotion of …
IMF warns of global economy slow growth
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning that the global economy is set to experience slower growth and increased inflation this year, largely due to trade disruptions and a surge in protectionist policies. Speaking ahead of the …
Malian FM claims Ukraine feeding instability in Africa
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Malian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop has accused Ukraine of destabilizing Africa by supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region. Speaking to RIA Novosti, Diop claimed that Ukraine's actions pose a significant threat to regional security, …
Former US Senator’s Wife Gets Convicted in Corruption Case
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Nadine Menendez, the spouse of ex-US Senator Bob Menendez, was declared guilty on Monday for her involvement in aiding her husband in accepting bribes in return for political assistance, as reported by regional news outlets. A jury in federal …
Mexican President Condemns U.S. Anti-Migrant Ad as Discriminatory Content
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday condemned an anti-immigration ad campaign funded by the U.S. government and aired on privately-owned television channels in Mexico. During her regular morning press conference, Sheinbaum criticized the …
China Deploys Eighth Aid for Myanmar Quake Victims
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the Chinese government delivered its eighth round of emergency humanitarian aid to Myanmar, which continues to recover from the devastating 7.9-magnitude earthquake that struck on March 28. The shipment arrived at Yangon International …
Gaza Authority Warns of Mass Emigration Rumors
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) The Gaza Government Media Office issued a stern warning on Monday regarding what it referred to as “misleading rumors” concerning alleged plans for large-scale Palestinian migration from the enclave. The office accused Israel of orchestrating a …
South Korea Holds Live-Fire Exercises Near Border, Targets U.S. Training Area
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean artillery forces conducted live-fire exercises near the inter-Korean border, hitting targets within a U.S. firing range for the first time in seven years, according to media reports. The drills occurred on Monday near the Imjin River …
Ovechkin ranges record achieving 897th goal
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin has further cemented his place in NHL history by scoring his 897th career goal during the Washington Capitals' final regular-season game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday. The 39-year-old forward, …
Trade representative announces Russia ready to back Africa’s digital independence
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is prepared to help African countries strengthen their technological independence and digital infrastructure, according to Aleksey Andreev, Moscow’s trade representative in Morocco. Speaking to the newspaper L’Opinion on Tuesday, Andreev …
S-African unity government member issues threat to oppose budget
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa’s ongoing deadlock over the national budget continues, with DA leader John Steenhuisen warning that his party will oppose the budget unless a written agreement on growth and spending reforms is finalized with the ANC. Steenhuisen’s …
Kenyan officer goes missing in Haiti following gang surprise attack
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) A Kenyan police officer, part of the UN-backed Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) in Haiti, has gone missing following an ambush by suspected gang members. The attack occurred on Tuesday in the town of Pont-Sonde, located about 60 miles …
African nation confirms homecoming of Russian embassy
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Niger has confirmed plans to reopen its Russian embassy for the first time in over 30 years, according to the country’s foreign minister, Bakari Yaou Sangare, during a joint press conference in Moscow. This announcement followed talks between …
El Paso Shooter Receives 23 Life Sentences Instead of Death Penalty
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April 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Patrick Crusius, the gunman responsible for the 2019 shooting that killed 23 people at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, will not face the death penalty after pleading guilty in a state court on Monday. Instead, he was sentenced to 23 consecutive life …