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Press releases published on April 22, 2025

Algeria’s president conducts discussions with Macron
(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held a lengthy and candid phone conversation to address rising tensions and strained relations between their countries, the Élysée Palace announced Monday. The discussion …

Opposition Leaders Describe Netanyahu as ‘Danger to National Security’
(MENAFN) Israel’s opposition parties have labeled Premier Benjamin Netanyahu a “danger to national security” on Monday, following the release of a letter from Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar to the Supreme Court regarding Netanyahu's attempted removal, based on …

Pentagon criticizes ‘Trump-hating’ NYT due to Hegseth chat allegation
(MENAFN) The Pentagon has strongly denied a New York Times report claiming that U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military details about strikes on Houthi forces in Yemen with close family and associates through a private Signal chat …

Fever outburst murders 100 in Nigeria
(MENAFN) Nigeria has reported 3,465 suspected cases of Lassa fever between January and March 2025, with 645 confirmed infections and 118 deaths, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The virus has spread to 91 local …

China cautions nations not to side with US in trade
(MENAFN) China has issued a stern warning to countries considering limiting trade with it in exchange for better trade terms with the US. Beijing emphasized that it would retaliate against any nation that acts in a way detrimental to China's interests. The …

US senator states fresh 9/11 investigation possibly to take place
(MENAFN) Republican Senator Ron Johnson has indicated that a new congressional investigation into the September 11 attacks could be on the horizon, citing lingering concerns about the official explanation and the handling of evidence. In an interview …

Musk’s SpaceX emerges as primary contender to help develop major part of Trump’s proposed missile defense system
(MENAFN) Elon Musk’s SpaceX has emerged as a primary contender to help develop a major part of President Donald Trump’s proposed missile defense system, dubbed the "Golden Dome," sources informed Reuters. The system, modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome, was …

S-African coalition member takes legal action against tax hikes
(MENAFN) The Democratic Alliance (DA), a key member of South Africa's ruling coalition, has filed a lawsuit to block a proposed tax hike, arguing it will have a "devastating effect" on the population. The legal action follows the South African National …

Russian spy boss exposes Western neocolonialism in Africa
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin has condemned Western powers for continuing "neocolonial" practices, accusing them of damaging humanity and looting resources from African nations. In particular, he cited France …

Trump demands direct discussions with Xi
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly sidelining traditional diplomatic channels in favor of direct negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as tensions rise in the ongoing trade war between the two nations, Politico reported Saturday, …

Azerbaijan, China Build Stronger Relations
(MENAFN) Azerbaijan and China are reinforcing their alliance through enhanced commerce, environmental collaboration, and aligned global objectives, according to Azerbaijani Leader Ilham Aliyev. Speaking on Monday, Aliyev emphasized that this growing …

Harvard Files Lawsuit Against Trump Administration for Funding Cuts
(MENAFN) Harvard University has initiated legal proceedings against the Trump administration after the federal government rescinded over USD2 billion in support for the prestigious institution. The move follows the university's refusal to comply with what …

Putin assures termination of Easter truce
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed the end of a 30-hour unilateral Easter ceasefire, resuming military actions against Ukrainian forces. He criticized Ukraine's response to the truce, asserting that it reflected Kiev's rejection of …

Kremlin voices remarks on statements of US position-change on Crimea
(MENAFN) Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has warned against taking media reports at face value, particularly those citing anonymous sources, following claims that the U.S. may be open to recognizing Russian sovereignty over Crimea. The reports, published …

Pope Francis passes away
(MENAFN) Pope Francis, the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88, according to a statement released by the Vatican. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo, confirmed that Francis died peacefully on Monday morning …

German banks take stand against weapons makers on ethical grounds
(MENAFN) Several German banks have taken a stand against classifying weapons manufacturers as ethical investments, reaffirming their commitment to peace and sustainability. In a joint statement, eight financial institutions—including GLS-Bank, KD-Bank, …

UK cautions residents to leave African country
(MENAFN) The UK has advised its citizens to leave South Sudan as escalating tensions in the country raise fears of a potential return to civil war. The British Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) issued a travel advisory on Thursday, …

illumin Holdings Inc. Announces Date for First Quarter 2025 Financial and Operating Results
TORONTO and NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- illumin Holdings Inc. (TSX: ILLM, OTCQB: ILLMF) (“illumin” or “Company”), a leader in digital advertising technology that empowers marketers to make smarter decisions about communicating with online …

Onex to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on May 9, 2025
All amounts in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated TORONTO, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Onex Corporation (TSX: ONEX) will release its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 on May 9, 2025. A live broadcast of Onex’ webcast to discuss …

Savaria Declares Monthly Dividend
LAVAL, Québec, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Savaria Corporation (“Savaria”) (TSX: SIS) a global leader in the accessibility industry, declared today a dividend of 4.5 cents ($0.045) per common share, in accordance with its monthly dividend policy, …