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Press releases published on July 20, 2025
UK plans to reduce voting age to sixteen
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The UK government is preparing to reduce the voting age to 16, giving over 1.5 million teenagers the right to vote in the next general election, expected in 2029. This commitment to increase voter participation was initially introduced in Labour’s …
Russian Air Defenses Thwart Drone Attacks
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian air defense units have successfully intercepted multiple Ukrainian drones en route to Moscow, according to the city’s mayor, Sergey Sobyanin, who made the announcement on Friday. For several months, Ukraine has carried out long-range drone …
Media Hints at Trump, Xi, Putin Meeting
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) According to a news outlet, US President Donald Trump might convene with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping during a forthcoming ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the triumph over imperial Japan in World …
Brazil Condemns NATO Head’s Threats
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira has strongly criticized remarks made by the NATO Secretary-General concerning possible secondary sanctions targeting BRICS countries that continue trading with Russia. On Tuesday, Secretary-General Mark …
France Ends Military Presence in Senegal
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially pulled out its soldiers from its final two military installations in Senegal, concluding a military presence that lasted more than 60 years in the West African country. This development is part of a broader movement by former …
White House Clarifies Trump’s Limb Changes
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House has published a memorandum from President Donald Trump’s doctor that clarifies the recent noticeable alterations in his limbs, which some onlookers had interpreted as symptoms of a severe medical issue. In a statement released on …
Israeli continues killing more Palestinians in Gaza
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza has resulted in the deaths of at least 58,765 Palestinians since October 2023, according to the Health Ministry on Saturday. In a recent update, the ministry reported that 98 bodies were recovered over the past …
Fighting continues in Suwayda even amid efforts to enforce nationwide truce
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Armed confrontations persisted on Saturday in the southern Syrian province of Suwayda, as battles between Bedouin tribal fighters and local armed factions showed no signs of ending, even amid efforts to enforce a nationwide truce. According to …
G20 Finance Leaders Voice Concerns Over Trump’s Tariffs Impact
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Top financial leaders from the G20 nations voiced serious concerns about the damaging impact of US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariffs on the world economy during a summit in South Africa, according to media on Friday. On the opening day …
US Intelligence Chief Demands Legal Action Against Obama
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The Director of National Intelligence in the United States has urged the legal prosecution of ex-President Barack Obama along with former top officials in American national security, accusing them of orchestrating a “treasonous conspiracy” to …
Air China Kicks Off First Direct Flight to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) On Saturday, Chinese airline Air China commenced its inaugural direct flight connecting Beijing with Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan. The first flight successfully arrived at Tashkent International Airport, where officials held a ceremony …
Turkey denies allegations of targeting Syrian Druze population
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye has strongly denied recent allegations suggesting it is deliberately targeting Syria's Druze population. According to official statements, false and provocative reports claiming that Türkiye is taking hostile actions against the Druze …
Kyiv Seeks Renewed Peace Talks with Russia
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Saturday that Kyiv has put forward a suggestion for a fresh round of peace negotiations with Russia, set to take place next week. In a nightly video message, Zelenskyy shared that “NSDC ( …
Erdogan Awaits Visiting Cyprus for Peace Operation Anniversary
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye is scheduled to travel to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) on Sunday to join in commemorative events for the 51st anniversary of the Cyprus Peace Operation, commonly referred to as "Peace and …
Israeli Defense Minister Expresses Distrust in Syrian Leader
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel's defense minister voiced deep skepticism regarding Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, according to reports from a news agency on Saturday. During a discussion in Washington with U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Minister Israel Katz alleged that …
South Korea Battles Torrential Rain, Flooding
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) The death toll resulting from the continuous heavy rainfall and severe flooding in South Korea has increased to nine, with the addition of five new fatalities. As of Saturday, two individuals remain unaccounted for, while thousands have been …
Zelensky reveals new proposed phases of peace discussions with Russia
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Saturday that Kyiv has suggested initiating another round of peace negotiations with Russia in the upcoming week. “NSDC (National Security and Defense Council) Secretary (Rustem) Umerov also …
Brazil’s Supreme Court Imposes Severe Constraints on Ex-President Bolsonaro
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) A justice from Brazil's Supreme Federal Court on Friday imposed severe legal constraints on former President Jair Bolsonaro and his son Eduardo Bolsonaro, citing charges of coercion, obstruction of justice, and assaults on national sovereignty. …
Dozens harmed following vehicle driving into crowd in LA
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 30 people were hurt when a vehicle drove into a crowd early Saturday morning in Los Angeles, with seven victims reported to be in critical condition, according to reports. The incident took place around 2 a.m. local time near West Santa …
Ukraine sends drones targeting Moscow
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine carried out a significant drone operation targeting Moscow and nearby regions early Sunday, just hours after signaling readiness for renewed peace negotiations with Russia, according to reports. Moscow’s mayor stated that by 2:30 a.m. …