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Press releases published on April 29, 2025

India commands mass dismissal of Pakistanis
(MENAFN) India has revoked the visas of all Pakistani nationals currently residing in the country and has given them a deadline of April 27 to leave. This decision follows the deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives and injured …

UN Launches Global Network for Terrorism Survivors
(MENAFN) On Monday, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) unveiled a new initiative known as the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN). This platform is designed to create a secure and inclusive environment where individuals …

Russia, Somalia vow security collaboration
(MENAFN) Russia and Somalia have agreed to strengthen their cooperation in areas including security, politics, trade, and economics, according to a statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry on Sunday. The announcement followed discussions between Russia’ …

Indian, Pakistani demonstrators face off in London
(MENAFN) Indian and Pakistani demonstrators confronted each other outside the Pakistan High Commission in London amid rising tensions following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives earlier this week. The Indian …

Vance states US, India finalize conditions of trade discussions
(MENAFN) US Vice President J.D. Vance has announced that the United States and India have agreed on the terms for bilateral trade negotiations, marking a crucial step toward a final trade agreement. Vance, currently in India, met with Prime Minister …

Indian Premier talks to Musk before of Vance’s visit
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed on Friday that he had a phone conversation with Elon Musk to discuss various matters, including potential collaboration in technology and innovation. The call comes ahead of the upcoming visit of US …

Protests Break Out as Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Faces Fury at U.S. Capitol
(MENAFN) Pro-Palestinian demonstrators confronted Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on Monday at the US Capitol, shouting accusations of “War Criminal!” during his visit. The demonstration occurred during the US Council of Muslim …

India’s Modi pledges ‘harshest response’ to terror assault in Kashmir
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised a severe response to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists. During his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, Modi expressed sorrow and …

DR Congo Eyes Stronger Cooperation with China
(MENAFN) The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) intends to strengthen its partnership with China across multiple sectors, Deputy Prime Minister Jacquemain Shabani announced Monday. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the newly constructed Chinese …

Trump’s Approval Rating Drops to Record Low
(MENAFN) A recent survey reveals that as President Donald Trump nears the 100-day mark of his second term, his approval rating has dropped to the lowest level ever recorded for any U.S. president at this stage in office over the past 80 years. Trump's …

J.D. Vance claims Ukraine won’t win
(MENAFN) U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has expressed skepticism about Ukraine’s chances of defeating Russia in the ongoing conflict, warning that prolonging the war could lead to further loss of life and potential nuclear escalation. Speaking on the …

Great blackout strikes EU nations
(MENAFN) A massive power outage struck Spain and Portugal around noon on Monday, disrupting public transport and causing flight delays. While the exact cause remains unknown, an EU grid operator has suggested that a "rare atmospheric phenomenon" could be a …

Swimmers collect more than USD32,000 for Gaza
(MENAFN) Twelve swimmers took to the cold Atlantic Ocean on South Africa’s Freedom Day to raise funds and awareness for humanitarian aid in Gaza, successfully collecting over R600,000 (approximately $32,000) for the cause. The symbolic relay swim, held on …

Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Aircrafts, Vessels
(MENAFN) Taiwan's Ministry of Defense reported on Monday that Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels were detected near the island for the second day in a row. Between 6 a.m. on Sunday and 6 a.m. on Monday, the ministry monitored 29 Chinese military …

Spain announces state of emergency following countrywide electricity blackout
(MENAFN) Spain has declared a state of emergency following a widespread power outage that left the entire Iberian Peninsula, including Portugal and parts of France, without electricity. The blackout, which occurred around midday on Monday, disrupted daily …

Kiev announces loss of fighter jet throughout Russian drone assault
(MENAFN) Kiev's air force announced on Monday that it had lost a Su-27 fighter jet during a Russian drone strike. The incident occurred earlier in the day while the jet was carrying out a "complex combat mission" to provide air support for ground troops …

Tanker Explosion Rocks Pakistan, Casualties Reported
(MENAFN) A deadly explosion from an oil tanker claimed at least one life and left more than 40 people injured in Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan on Monday, according to police and government sources. The blast occurred in the Noshki …

Iran Calls U.S. Strikes on Yemen "War Crimes"
(MENAFN) Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly rebuked the U.S. airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and Saada province on Monday, which included an attack on a facility housing African migrants. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei expressed outrage …

Canadian army declares ‘goose alert’
(MENAFN) The Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) has issued an alert to personnel at its Ottawa headquarters due to an influx of nesting Canada geese, which have taken over parts of the area and are displaying aggressive behavior typical of their …

Algeria Braces for Internet Disruptions Due to Spain’s Power Failure
(MENAFN) On Monday, Algerian officials alerted the public about the possibility of internet disturbances within the next few hours, following a large-scale power failure that has impacted Spain and other European countries. According to a statement from …