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Press releases published on April 6, 2025
Mine-Detecting Hero Sets New Record
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) At the first light of day, Ronin’s handler carefully places him at the border of a suspected minefield. A lightweight harness, attached to a slender cord, fits tightly around the rat’s small frame, guiding him systematically across the ground. …
North Korean President Urges For Strengthening Special Operations Forces
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) North Korean president Kim Jong-un visited the training facility for the special operations units of the Korean People's Army, highlighting that enhancing their capabilities is crucial for constructing a powerful military, as reported by state …
Canadians, Mexicans See US as "Enemy Country"
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) A significant number of Canadians and Mexicans now perceive their previous US partner as an “enemy country,” with many supporting the idea of imposing tariffs in retaliation, based on a new Leger poll published on Saturday. The poll, titled The …
Egypt Introduces New Ceasefire Proposal
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli media reported on Friday that Egypt has made a fresh offer for a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian parties in the Gaza Strip, and a plan for a prisoner swap deal. An Israeli public broadcaster stated that Cairo "has put forward a …
Russian ballistic missile attack injures several in Kyiv
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) A Russian ballistic missile attack struck the Ukrainian capital early Sunday morning, leaving more than three individuals wounded, according to Ukraine's State Service for Emergencies. The incident unfolded as multiple explosions echoed across …
Trump expresses indifference regarding potential price hikes on cars
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has expressed indifference regarding potential price hikes on cars due to new tariffs set to take effect this week. The 25% tariff, which targets imported cars and auto parts from countries like Mexico, Canada, South …
Australia requests independent probe into Gaza paramedic killings
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Australia has formally requested an independent probe into the deaths of 15 paramedics and civilian defense personnel in Gaza the previous month, allegedly at the hands of Israeli forces. The call for accountability follows the emergence of video …
NATO associates possibly to place air, naval forces to Ukraine
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) France and the UK are reportedly considering deploying air and naval forces to Ukraine, according to the Washington Post. The proposal comes as NATO members engage in ongoing discussions about ceasefire negotiations. These two countries are also …
Lebanese leader, U.S. envoy discuss border security in "constructive" discussions
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) In a notable diplomatic engagement, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun engaged in "constructive" discussions with U.S. Deputy Envoy to the Middle East, Morgan Ortagus, on Saturday. The meeting, held in Beirut, centered around the evolving geopolitical …
Italian deputy Premier describes Le Pen sentence as ‘declaration of war by Brussels’
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April 6, 2025
Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has strongly criticized the conviction of French politician Marine Le Pen, calling it “a declaration of war by Brussels.” Le Pen was sentenced to four years in prison on embezzlement charges and banned from …
Trump tariffs possibly to cause Britain’s last steel plant to close
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) The UK’s only remaining producer of virgin steel has announced plans to close its Scunthorpe plant due to difficult market conditions, including the 25% tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on steel imports. The tariffs, which took effect …
Trump talks about another Putin call
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has indicated that he may hold another phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the coming days, NBC News reported on Sunday. Trump and Putin last spoke on March 18, agreeing to work towards a peaceful …
Frank Herbert’s Dune describes growing international tension over Greenland
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) In Frank Herbert’s Dune, a famous scene centers around a box that reveals harsh truths about individuals by forcing them to confront their fears. This metaphor aptly describes the growing international tension over Greenland, a resource-rich and …
Pentagon brands greatest threat in ‘secret memo’
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent internal Pentagon memo, titled the Interim National Defense Strategic Guidance, reportedly prioritizes preparing for potential conflict with China while leaving other threats like Russia and Iran to be handled by America's allies. The …
Turkish Coast Guard Rescues 25 People from Drifting Boat
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) On Saturday, Turkish Coast Guard teams successfully saved 25 irregular migrants from a rubber boat that was drifting off the coast of Kas, a popular resort in the southern Antalya district. The boat had suffered an engine malfunction, leading to …
Iran refuses direct discussions with US in reply to Trump’s letter
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran has firmly rejected the idea of direct talks with the United States in response to President Donald Trump’s recent letter suggesting negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that trust between the …
Greenland’s Premier instructs Trump to back off
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Greenland's newly elected Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, has strongly rejected US President Donald Trump's recent comments claiming the island for the United States. Trump had told NBC News over the weekend that the US would "100% get" …
Israel wants Hamas to abandon Gaza
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel is prepared to negotiate the end of the Gaza conflict, but only if Hamas lays down its arms and vacates the enclave. The conflict, which began over 15 months ago, saw a temporary …
Trump administration downsizes majority of US Institute of Peace employees
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) The administration of US President Donald Trump has dismissed the majority of staff at the US Institute of Peace (USIP), a move aimed at reducing government size under the leadership of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This …
Jaguar Land Rover freezes US shipments following new tariff implementation
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April 6, 2025
(MENAFN) British automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a temporary "pause" of all vehicle shipments to the United States effective this month to "address the new trading terms." This decision comes in direct response to the 25 percent …