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Clashes Erupt in Syria’s Sweida, Derailing Fragile Ceasefire
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Violent confrontations erupted in Syria’s southern Sweida province on Sunday after groups labeled as "outlawed" violated a fragile ceasefire, according to Syrian state media. Citing a security source, local media reported that these "outlawed …
Volcano Erupts in Russia After Years
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) A volcano located in the far eastern region of Russia has erupted for the first time in more than five centuries, with specialists suggesting a possible connection to last week's powerful earthquake. The Krasheninnikov Volcano in Kamchatka emitted …
US Gives No Troop Assurances to Baltic States
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur has revealed that the Baltic nations were unable to obtain firm assurances from Washington about the ongoing stationing of American troops in their region. Pevkur, along with his Latvian and Lithuanian …
Trump is happy about India possible halt of buying Russian oil
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he heard India has ceased purchasing oil from Russia, describing the move as a "good step." “I understand India no longer is going to be buying oil from Russia,” Trump told reporters as he left the …
Trump Says Obama Was ‘Mastermind’ of Russiagate Hoax
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his 2016 election opponent Hillary Clinton, ex-President Barack Obama, and others tied to the controversial “Russiagate” episode ought to face significant repercussions for what he portrayed as a …
Storms Knock Out Power to Thousands in Australia’s NSW
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) More than 27,500 homes across New South Wales (NSW), Australia’s most populous east coast state, have lost electricity following widespread damage caused by intense storms, powerful winds, and rare snowfall, media reported Saturday evening. …
Zelensky Outlines Arms Deal Vision to Trump
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has revealed that he shared Kyiv’s “main principles” regarding future arms transactions with US President Donald Trump. Nonetheless, Zelensky did not specify if Trump had agreed to these proposed conditions. …
China announces plan to advance football development across nation
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin announced on Thursday a detailed plan to advance football development across the country. The strategy includes establishing national and regional youth training centers as a core component. At the national …
Kurdish-Led SDF Rocket Strikes Injure Seven in Northern Syria
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), dominated by Kurdish fighters, launched a series of rocket and artillery strikes in northern Syria, resulting in injuries to at least seven individuals—four Syrian soldiers and three civilians—according local …
Russia’s defense ministry says its forces took control of village in Ukraine
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia reported on Saturday that its forces have taken control of Aleksandro-Kalinove, a village in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, units from the Yig (South) group conducted operations that led to …
Beijing is set to feature new robotics products at World Robot Conference
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The upcoming 2025 World Robot Conference in Beijing is set to feature over 100 new robotics products, nearly double the number showcased last year, underscoring the event’s growing importance as a global platform for technological advancement. …
Trump Fires BLS Commissioner Over Employment Data
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump dismissed Erika McEntarfer, the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), on Friday, accusing the agency of manipulating recent employment data to undermine him. This action came after July’s hiring numbers fell short …
K-Beauty Industry Braces for Price Hikes After Trump’s Tariffs
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Cars and smartphones may dominate South Korea’s exports to the US, yet no product category captures American loyalty quite like the nation’s beauty industry. K-beauty—a broad term encompassing South Korean skincare, makeup, and cosmetics—has …
Portugal’s PM Signals Possible Recognition of Palestinian State
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro announced Thursday that his administration plans to engage President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and all parliamentary political parties to discuss the possibility of officially recognizing the State of …
Brazil’s Central Bank Maintains Interest Rate at 15 Percent
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Brazil’s Central Bank opted to maintain the benchmark Selic interest rate at 15 percent, ending a streak of seven consecutive hikes dating back to September 2024. The Monetary Policy Committee, consisting of the bank’s board members, …
Chile Mine Collapse Leaves Two Dead, Three Trapped
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) A second miner has been confirmed dead following the collapse at Chile's El Teniente copper mine, as rescue teams recovered human remains on Friday. The disaster, triggered by a 4.2-magnitude earthquake in central Chile, has left three miners …
UK Envoy says trade agreement with Turkey is "a great example" of modern trade deals
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The British consul general in Istanbul has described the planned update to the UK-Turkiye free trade agreement as "a great example" of what modern trade deals can achieve. Kenan Poleo, who also serves as the UK’s trade commissioner for Eastern …
Three scientists get awarded 2025 Micius Quantum Prize
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The 2025 Micius Quantum Prize has been presented to three international researchers for their significant breakthroughs in quantum simulations using optical lattices, the Micius Quantum Foundation announced Friday. The awardees are Immanuel Bloch …
Fifteen Get Arrested After Protests Outside Asylum Hotels
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Authorities have detained fifteen individuals following demonstrations across England held outside hotels designated to accommodate asylum seekers. Groups opposing migration and counter-protesters confronted each other in London and Newcastle, as …
Estonia Sends Rescue Teams to Battle Spain’s Wildfires
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, Estonia sent its first rescue team to Spain to assist in battling the country’s relentless wildfires, with a second team set to leave on August 17. Each contingent is composed of 20 rescuers. Spain has faced a severe wildfire season …