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Press releases published on May 3, 2025
China Acknowledges US Request for Tariff Talks
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Beijing confirmed on Friday that the Trump administration had initiated contact with China to discuss tariff-related matters, stating that it is “currently assessing the situation.” According to a statement from the Commerce Ministry, the United …
Delhi Downpour Turns Deadly: Falling Tree Claims Four Lives
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Tragedy struck the Indian capital and surrounding regions on Friday as a powerful thunderstorm and torrential rains led to the collapse of a massive tree onto a dwelling, claiming the lives of at least four individuals and leaving one injured. The …
Houthis Report Civilian Injuries from US Attack
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The Houthi faction reported on Friday that an American air assault during the night injured three non-combatants in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa. A declaration from the Health Ministry of the Houthi-administered regime—which lacks global recognition— …
FDRA Appeals to Trump, Seeking Shoe Tariff Relief
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) has issued a dire warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, urging him to exempt shoes from proposed "reciprocal tariffs," citing severe consequences for both consumers and the industry. In …
Japan Criticizes U.S. Auto Part Tariff, Urges Reversal
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba conveyed his profound disappointment Saturday following the implementation of a new 25 percent U.S. tariff on imported auto parts earlier in the day. Speaking to reporters, Ishiba stated that Japan would …
Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 52,495
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The Palestinian Health Ministry reported on Saturday that the death toll in Gaza has surpassed 52,495 since the start of Israel's war in October 2023, which it described as a genocidal war. In a statement, the ministry detailed that Israeli …
UAE, Lebanon Commit to Closer Ties, Eye Enhanced Regional Role
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Arab Emirates and Lebanon have affirmed their mutual dedication to strengthening their relationship and boosting collaboration within the region. This commitment was underscored in a joint statement released Thursday during the …
U.S. Tariffs Threaten to Cripple Developing Nations, Expert Warns
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Sweeping tariffs enacted by the United States are poised to deliver a significant setback to the financial well-being of developing nations, including Malawi, according to political scientist Maclan Kanyang'wa. Speaking to a news agency on …
Switzerland Demands Israel to Abide by International Law
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Switzerland has urged Israel to uphold the authority of the United Nations and its bodies, avoid hindering their operations, and collaborate fully with neutral aid organizations to guarantee assistance reaches Palestinians in distress, as stated …
Greece Takes Over UN Security Council Presidency
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Greece has taken over the rotating leadership of the United Nations Security Council for May, succeeding France. At a press briefing on Thursday, Greece's UN representative, Evangelos Sekeris, stated that the council's agenda will heavily …
Australian Police Investigate Racist, Islamophobic Banners
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Australian officials have commenced an inquiry following the appearance of discriminatory and anti-Muslim signs hung from overpasses in Melbourne on the nation’s federal election day, as reported by the media. Victoria Police acknowledged the …
India Freezes Trade, Mail, Maritime Links with Pakistan
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) India declared on Saturday that it is freezing imports, postal services, and sea transport links with Pakistan due to the heightened friction between the two neighboring South Asian countries following the April 22 incident in Kashmir, which …
Israeli Blockade Cripples Gaza Healthcare: WHO Issues Stark Warning
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning about the deteriorating health situation in Gaza, stating that a two-monthlong blockade preventing aid and medical supplies from entering the enclave has left residents in dire need. …
Irish Data Watchdog Fines TikTok for Mishandling User Data
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) TikTok has received a EURO530 million (USD601 million) penalty from Ireland’s data protection regulators on Friday for infringing upon European data privacy regulations, making it among the most substantial fines ever delivered under the General …
Apple's Second Quarter Profit Soars, Beating Expectations
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Apple announced Thursday that its revenue and profits saw a significant uptick in the second fiscal quarter of 2025, which concluded on March 29th. The tech behemoth reported a 5% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching a substantial $95.4 …
Australia Begins Ballot Tally in National Elections
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Australia started counting votes on Saturday as millions of citizens participated in the selection of a new administration. According to the media, voting concluded in both the eastern and western parts of the country. Because of Australia's three …
Russia Warns Ukraine Against Victory Day Tensions
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Dmitry Medvedev, the vice head of Russia’s Security Council, issued a caution to Ukraine on Saturday, urging it to avoid any hostile actions on May 9 — the date Russia marks to honor the capitulation of Nazi Germany in World War II. Responding to …
Yemeni PM Leaves Office, Citing Governmental Impasses
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Yemeni Prime Minister Ahmed Awad Bin Mubarak stepped down Saturday, attributing his resignation to constitutional limitations and obstacles that prevented him from enacting crucial reforms. In his resignation statement, he disclosed "lots of …
FAO Reports Global Food Prices Rise in April, Cites U.S. Tariffs
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced Friday that international food costs saw an uptick in April. This rise was partially attributed to recently implemented import tariff regulations in the United States. The FAO …
Energy Milestone: Turkey Gears Up for First Nuclear Plant
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May 3, 2025
(MENAFN) President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declared that Turkey is on the verge of a significant energy milestone, with the nation's inaugural nuclear power plant set to begin trial production by year's end. "By the end of this year, we will begin trial …