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Press releases published on August 27, 2025
Far-right politician says he will start mass deportation if he becomes president
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Far-right politician Nigel Farage on Tuesday revealed a plan for “mass deportations” of people arriving in the UK on small boats, should he become prime minister. The Reform UK leader outlined a five-year strategy that would involve withdrawing …
Ukraine states Russia’s army is trying to establish foothold in Dnipropetrovsk’s region
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian forces have acknowledged that Russian troops have entered the eastern industrial region of Dnipropetrovsk, attempting to establish a foothold. "This is the first attack of such a large scale in Dnipropetrovsk region," said Viktor …
Europe Encounters Record Wildfire Damage
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) More than one million hectares (2.471 million acres) of terrain have been scorched across Europe this year, as reported by the most recent statistics from the European Forest Fire Information System (EFFIS) on Tuesday. The ongoing wildfires, …
U.S. Senator Stresses Disarmament of Hezbollah
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) During a press briefing in Beirut, US Senator Lindsey Graham emphasized that Lebanon’s trajectory—both politically and economically—depends heavily on neutralizing armed non-state actors, particularly Hezbollah. Graham, who arrived in the Lebanese …
Tourism in Russia witnesses growth from Gulf states
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Tourism from Gulf countries to Russia has skyrocketed as Moscow strengthens ties with the region, offering easier visa access, budget flights, and curated travel experiences, according to reports. In an effort to boost foreign tourism amid Western …
Chinese Stocks End Wednesday in Red
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese equities ended sharply lower on Wednesday, with major indexes posting broad losses amid heightened trading activity in tech-related sectors. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1.76%, settling at 3,800.35 points, while the Shenzhen Component …
India takes hit of Trump’s fifty per cent new tariffs on imports
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian imports took effect Wednesday, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push for greater domestic consumption to advance India’s goal of “self-reliance.” The US Department of Homeland …
IRGC Eliminates Militants in Southeastern Iran
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran disclosed on Wednesday that its forces had eliminated more than a dozen armed fighters in Sistan and Baluchestan, a restive province in the country’s southeast. As reported by a news agency, the …
US senator says disarming Hezbollah is tied to nation future
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) US Senator Lindsey Graham cautioned that Lebanon’s political and economic future, along with its regional and international reputation, depends on disarming Hezbollah, calling the measure crucial for unlocking global support and ensuring stability …
Lebanese military to give plan to government on state control over weapons
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) The Lebanese army is set to present a detailed plan to the government next week to establish exclusive state control over weapons, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced. “The course of exclusive state authority over weapons, the extension of its …
Mexican President Rejects Foreign Meddling in Venezuela Dispute
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejected any foreign interference in the domestic matters of sovereign nations during her Tuesday press briefing. Her comments come amid rising tensions in the Caribbean, where the United States has …
Japanese Media Giants File Lawsuit Against AI Firm
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Two of Japan’s most prominent news organizations, Nikkei Inc. and The Asahi Shimbun Company, initiated legal action on Tuesday against the American AI firm Perplexity AI, accusing the company of violating copyright laws. According to The Asahi …
U.S. Tariffs Force Pause in Japanese Corporate Profits Growth
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) The Japanese government announced on Wednesday that the upward momentum in corporate profits is "pausing" as higher U.S. tariffs on automakers and manufacturers weigh on earnings. In its August monthly report, the Cabinet Office cited, "The …
Microsoft Employees Rally to Protest Company’s Ties with Israel
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A group of demonstrators, including current and former Microsoft employees, staged a protest at the company’s Redmond, Washington headquarters, condemning its connections to the Israeli military during the ongoing Gaza war, media reports stated. …
102-Year-Old Japanese Man Sets New Mount Fuji Record
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Kokichi Akuzawa, a 102-year-old Japanese climber, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest person ever to scale Mount Fuji — Japan’s highest peak at 3,776 meters (12,388 feet). According to a statement from the …
Lithuanian parliament approves candidacy of Social Democrat as prime minister
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Lithuania’s parliament has officially approved the candidate for prime minister put forward by the newly established ruling coalition, according to reports. Social Democrat Inga Ruginiene secured parliamentary approval following an agreement …
Taylor swift gets engaged to Travis Kelce
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) "Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married." With this simple line and a five-photo Instagram post, accompanied by a firecracker emoji, Taylor Swift confirmed her engagement to American football player Travis Kelce, sparking a …
Guinness World Records unveils oldest man to climb Mount Fuji
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) A 102-year-old Japanese man has become the oldest individual to reach the summit of Mount Fuji, as stated by Guinness World Records. Kokichi Akuzawa successfully climbed Japan’s tallest mountain, standing at 3,776 meters (12,388 feet), on August 3 …
Tokyo Stocks Close Mixed on Wednesday
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market ended Wednesday with a mixed performance as investors took a cautious wait-and-see approach ahead of the highly anticipated earnings report from U.S. semiconductor giant Nvidia Corp. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei Stock Average …
Iran, E3 Commit to Dialogue on Nuclear Deal
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran and the trio of European nations—France, Britain, and Germany, collectively called the E3—have committed to ongoing discussions in the coming days, the Iranian foreign ministry announced Tuesday. Speaking in an interview with a state-run …