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Press releases published on April 24, 2025
Hyundai Sees Modest Profit Increase, Fueled by Eco-Friendly Sales
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Hyundai Motor, South Korea's largest automaker, reported a slight increase in its first-quarter profit, fueled by strong demand for eco-friendly vehicles and advantageous currency fluctuations, the company revealed on Thursday. For the January- …
Indian FM says country seeking ‘early conclusion’ of trade agreement with US
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has emphasized the need to swiftly finalize a bilateral trade agreement with the United States, following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose new tariffs—including a 26% levy on Indian …
India retracts transshipment facility for Bangladesh due to tariff conflicts
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April 24, 2025
India has revoked the transshipment facility that allowed Bangladesh to use its land routes and ports for exporting goods to countries like Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar. The Indian Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs announced the policy change on …
India rebels following supposed ceasefire breach by Pakistan
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The Indian Army stated on Wednesday that it had delivered a “controlled and calibrated” response after Pakistani forces allegedly violated the ceasefire agreement by crossing the Line of Control (LoC), the contested border dividing India and …
World Bank Approves Major Loan to Address Lebanon's Power Crisis
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Lebanon has secured approval from the World Bank for a $250 million loan aimed at addressing the country's ongoing electricity issues, announced Finance Minister Yassine Jaber on Thursday. "This loan will give strong momentum for the reform steps …
Media reports India to start base for nuclear subs
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India is set to inaugurate a new naval base designed to support nuclear submarines and warships on its southeastern coast by 2026, the Times of India has reported. The base, located near Rambilli village, about 50 kilometers south of Visakhapatnam …
Israeli Attacks Kill More Palestinians in Gaza
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, the Israeli military carried out a series of new airstrikes across the already devastated Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of at least 30 Palestinians, based on medical sources and local media reports. The airstrikes have …
China Denies Having Tariff Negotiations with US
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, China rejected claims of any ongoing talks with the United States regarding tariffs, according to reports from state media. This statement came a day after U.S. Leader Donald Trump suggested that negotiations were taking place for a …
France, Iraq Hold Talks to Boost Ties, Regional Stability
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot arrived in Baghdad on Wednesday, kicking off a regional tour that will also take him to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. In a press briefing after discussions with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, Barrot …
Media reports US bill triggering panic among Indian students
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A new bill in the US Congress that seeks to eliminate the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program has triggered panic among the over 300,000 Indian students in the US. The OPT program, especially for those in Science, Technology, Engineering, …
UN Reaffirms Support for Sudan's Peace Efforts
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, received a message on Wednesday from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding the UN's role in supporting Sudan's peace efforts. The message was delivered during a …
Report Reveals Almost Half of Americans Now Breathe Hazardous Air
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A new report reveals that almost 156 million Americans – nearly half of the U.S. population – are living in regions with hazardous air quality, marking a troubling rise of 25 million from the previous year. The American Lung Association’s latest …
UEFA President Envisions Historic EURO 2032 Final Between Turkey, Italy
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin on Wednesday highlighted the strategic significance of UEFA’s new Istanbul office in preparations for what he hopes will be “the best European Championship ever” in 2032, co-hosted by Turkey and Italy. Speaking at …
Erdogan Addresses Children’s Role in Building Brighter Future
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) During a speech delivered at the 47th International Children’s Festival organized by TRT, Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed optimism about the positive impact children will have on the world, even amid the presence of “evil and …
Trump Insists China Must Act for Any Reduction in Tariffs
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump stated Wednesday that any potential reduction in tariffs on Chinese goods will depend on China’s behavior, as trade tensions between the U.S. and China remain intense. When asked during a meeting at the Oval Office about the …
Media reports Germany encountering third year of no growth
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is expected to experience zero economic growth for the third year in a row, according to a new government forecast cited by Handelsblatt. The continued stagnation is largely attributed to the recent spike in U.S. tariffs and growing …
US press announces probable date for US envoy meeting with Putin
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, may take place on Friday, according to an Axios report citing an unnamed U.S. official. Moscow has already confirmed that Witkoff …
Italy, Argentina Postpone Football Matches Following Pope Francis' Death
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Football matches in Italy and Argentina were postponed on Monday following the passing of Pope Francis at 88. In Italy, Serie A officials rescheduled four matches initially set for Easter Monday. Torino vs. Udinese, Cagliari vs. Fiorentina, Genoa …
Rubio Disproves Allegations of Sanctions Deal on Nord Stream 2
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio firmly dismissed a recent report suggesting that the Trump administration is weighing the removal of sanctions on Russia’s Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline as part of ongoing peace efforts related to Ukraine. …
UN Confirms Support for Peace Efforts in Sudan
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the leader of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council, received a communication from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasizing the international body’s commitment to aiding Sudan’s path toward peace. …