April 17, 2025
US
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The newspapers chronicled Trump's escalating confrontations with Federal Reserve Chair Powell and Harvard University. After Powell warned about inflation from tariffs, Trump demanded his "termination" in an extraordinary attack that rattled markets. Harvard faced potential revocation of its tax-exempt status and restrictions on international student enrollment as punishment for resisting administration demands.
The judicial-executive standoff over Abrego Garcia intensified as an appeals court rejected administration challenges in "blistering" language, calling their defiance "shocking." The Supreme Court scheduled rare May arguments on Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship.
By evening, attention shifted to Florida State University where a 20-year-old student, son of a sheriff's deputy, killed two people and injured six in a mass shooting. Google faced antitrust problems after a federal judge ruled it maintained an illegal monopoly in online advertising.
The judicial-executive standoff over Abrego Garcia intensified as an appeals court rejected administration challenges in "blistering" language, calling their defiance "shocking." The Supreme Court scheduled rare May arguments on Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship.
By evening, attention shifted to Florida State University where a 20-year-old student, son of a sheriff's deputy, killed two people and injured six in a mass shooting. Google faced antitrust problems after a federal judge ruled it maintained an illegal monopoly in online advertising.
Israel
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The New York Times revelation that Trump blocked an Israeli plan to strike Iran's nuclear facilities dominated media coverage. Reports detailed Israel's extensive preparation for a May operation that could have set back Iran's nuclear program "by a year or more," but Trump intervened to pursue diplomatic solutions instead. Netanyahu's office notably did not deny the report, stating only that "Israel will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons." By afternoon, Trump clarified he didn't "block" the strike but is "not in a rush" to attack Iran.
The Supreme Court rejected Netanyahu's request to lift the interim order preventing Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's dismissal, ruling that testimony from both Netanyahu and Bar must be submitted first.
By evening, Hamas formally rejected Israel's proposal for a partial hostage deal, insisting on a comprehensive agreement including full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and permanent ceasefire.
The Supreme Court rejected Netanyahu's request to lift the interim order preventing Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's dismissal, ruling that testimony from both Netanyahu and Bar must be submitted first.
By evening, Hamas formally rejected Israel's proposal for a partial hostage deal, insisting on a comprehensive agreement including full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and permanent ceasefire.
Germany
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Morning coverage focused on Trump's pressure campaign against Harvard, with threatened tax exemption removal and foreign student visa restrictions - part of his continuing battle against universities opposing his policies. In domestic politics, debate intensified about CDU's "firewall" against AfD, with businessman Reinhold Würth unexpectedly advocating cooperation while Jens Spahn dismissed the idea.
By midday, Russia escalated tensions by warning Germany that Taurus missile deliveries to Ukraine would constitute "direct involvement" in the conflict - a direct response to Merz's earlier Taurus statements that had already prompted Medvedev to call him a "Nazi."
The afternoon brought a contrasting development in EU-US relations when Trump, during Italian PM Meloni's visit, surprisingly announced he was "100 percent" confident of reaching a trade deal with the EU, potentially easing the tariff crisis that had dominated headlines for weeks.
A Berlin court sentenced the attacker of Jewish student Lahav Shapira to three years in prison, continuing the week's focus on antisemitism and violence.
By midday, Russia escalated tensions by warning Germany that Taurus missile deliveries to Ukraine would constitute "direct involvement" in the conflict - a direct response to Merz's earlier Taurus statements that had already prompted Medvedev to call him a "Nazi."
The afternoon brought a contrasting development in EU-US relations when Trump, during Italian PM Meloni's visit, surprisingly announced he was "100 percent" confident of reaching a trade deal with the EU, potentially easing the tariff crisis that had dominated headlines for weeks.
A Berlin court sentenced the attacker of Jewish student Lahav Shapira to three years in prison, continuing the week's focus on antisemitism and violence.
France
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The investigation into the coordinated prison attacks dominated morning headlines, with Interior Minister Darmanin and Justice Minister Retailleau ordering immediate security reinforcements at penitentiaries. A mysterious group calling itself "DDPF" claimed responsibility through Telegram messages, prompting the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's involvement. Bruno Retailleau suggested drug traffickers as the most credible suspects.
By midday, media attention shifted to severe weather in Savoie, where exceptional snowfall caused multiple avalanches. A skier at Val Thorens was buried and remained in critical condition, while several ski resorts enforced confinement measures before Easter holidays.
Economic coverage focused on the European Central Bank lowering interest rates despite concerns about Trump's trade war with China. In the evening, France announced it had initiated a "positive process" involving European partners regarding Ukraine peace negotiations, while Trump revealed a forthcoming mineral resources agreement with Kyiv.
By midday, media attention shifted to severe weather in Savoie, where exceptional snowfall caused multiple avalanches. A skier at Val Thorens was buried and remained in critical condition, while several ski resorts enforced confinement measures before Easter holidays.
Economic coverage focused on the European Central Bank lowering interest rates despite concerns about Trump's trade war with China. In the evening, France announced it had initiated a "positive process" involving European partners regarding Ukraine peace negotiations, while Trump revealed a forthcoming mineral resources agreement with Kyiv.
Lebanon
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The Lebanese cabinet met at Baabda Palace, extending UNIFIL's mandate while discussing weapons control without specifics on Hezbollah's disarmament timeline. Army Commander presented a report on implementing Resolution 1701, with arrests of rocket launchers and warnings issued to Hamas.
Qatar renewed its $60 million grant for Lebanese Army salaries, with Aoun announcing a Qatari delegation would visit next week regarding the electricity crisis. Saudi Defense Minister's historic visit to Iran dominated regional coverage, delivering King Salman's message to Khamenei who acknowledged "hostile motivations" regarding bilateral relations.
Domestic politics centered on the 2025 municipal elections, framed as either restoring state authority or reinforcing sectarianism. President Salam received the French Legion of Honor from Macron, while former minister Machnouq appeared before court in the Beirut port blast investigation - the first politician to be interrogated in the case.
Qatar renewed its $60 million grant for Lebanese Army salaries, with Aoun announcing a Qatari delegation would visit next week regarding the electricity crisis. Saudi Defense Minister's historic visit to Iran dominated regional coverage, delivering King Salman's message to Khamenei who acknowledged "hostile motivations" regarding bilateral relations.
Domestic politics centered on the 2025 municipal elections, framed as either restoring state authority or reinforcing sectarianism. President Salam received the French Legion of Honor from Macron, while former minister Machnouq appeared before court in the Beirut port blast investigation - the first politician to be interrogated in the case.
Ukraine
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Russian forces conducted a massive drone attack on Dnipro overnight, killing three people including a child and wounding approximately 30 others. President Zelensky warned intelligence indicates Russia is planning additional strikes before and after Easter.
In a significant diplomatic development, Ukrainian officials including Yermak traveled to Paris for meetings with representatives of the "coalition of the willing" and Trump representatives Rubio and Witkoff. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces liberated around 16 square kilometers near Pokrovsk according to Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi.
Zelensky made the explosive claim that China is supplying artillery, gunpowder, and weapons manufacturing assistance to Russia, providing evidence for allegations that have circulated for months. Trump announced he expects Putin's response to ceasefire proposals by week's end, continuing the diplomatic trajectory established in previous days.
Ukraine and the US signed a memorandum of understanding regarding an economic partnership focused on rare earth minerals.
In a significant diplomatic development, Ukrainian officials including Yermak traveled to Paris for meetings with representatives of the "coalition of the willing" and Trump representatives Rubio and Witkoff. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces liberated around 16 square kilometers near Pokrovsk according to Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi.
Zelensky made the explosive claim that China is supplying artillery, gunpowder, and weapons manufacturing assistance to Russia, providing evidence for allegations that have circulated for months. Trump announced he expects Putin's response to ceasefire proposals by week's end, continuing the diplomatic trajectory established in previous days.
Ukraine and the US signed a memorandum of understanding regarding an economic partnership focused on rare earth minerals.
Palestine
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Israeli airstrikes on displacement camps in Gaza dominated coverage, with multiple sources reporting "charred bodies" and "children without features" in Khan Younis, Jabalia, and Beit Lahia. By morning, health officials reported 40 martyrs and 73 injuries in 24 hours, bringing the total Gaza death toll to 51,065.
The UN revealed one in ten bombs dropped on Gaza remains unexploded, while no humanitarian aid has entered since March 2. Hamas political bureau member Al-Hayya announced readiness for immediate "comprehensive package" negotiations while rejecting partial agreements that would "serve Netanyahu's policy."
In the West Bank, prisoner Musab Hassan Adili from Nablus died in Israeli custody on Palestinian Prisoner Day, while over 6,500 settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque during Passover. By evening, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in Osarin, south of Nablus.
Qatar's Emir told Putin that an earlier Gaza agreement had been reached but Israel failed to honor it.
The UN revealed one in ten bombs dropped on Gaza remains unexploded, while no humanitarian aid has entered since March 2. Hamas political bureau member Al-Hayya announced readiness for immediate "comprehensive package" negotiations while rejecting partial agreements that would "serve Netanyahu's policy."
In the West Bank, prisoner Musab Hassan Adili from Nablus died in Israeli custody on Palestinian Prisoner Day, while over 6,500 settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque during Passover. By evening, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in Osarin, south of Nablus.
Qatar's Emir told Putin that an earlier Gaza agreement had been reached but Israel failed to honor it.
UK
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Scientists claimed "99.7% certainty" of detecting biosignatures on a waterworld 120 light years away, potentially the strongest evidence yet of extraterrestrial life. Coverage intensified throughout morning, with reports suggesting the planet could be "teeming with life."
The Supreme Court ruling defining "woman" based on biological sex continued generating reactions, with reports that trans women may be barred from female bathrooms and sports facilities. JK Rowling was photographed celebrating with a cigar on her yacht in the Bahamas, while the equality watchdog warned it would pursue the NHS if gender policies on single-sex wards weren't updated.
Trump met with Italian PM Meloni, who expressed hope to "make the West great again." Trump promised "100%" certainty of a US-EU trade deal, representing a shift from his previous trade stance.
Evening coverage turned to a tragic Italian cable car accident killing four tourists, including two British citizens.
The Supreme Court ruling defining "woman" based on biological sex continued generating reactions, with reports that trans women may be barred from female bathrooms and sports facilities. JK Rowling was photographed celebrating with a cigar on her yacht in the Bahamas, while the equality watchdog warned it would pursue the NHS if gender policies on single-sex wards weren't updated.
Trump met with Italian PM Meloni, who expressed hope to "make the West great again." Trump promised "100%" certainty of a US-EU trade deal, representing a shift from his previous trade stance.
Evening coverage turned to a tragic Italian cable car accident killing four tourists, including two British citizens.
Iran
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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IAEA Director Grossi arrived in Tehran for meetings with Iranian officials, seeking a role in potential US-Iran nuclear agreement. According to Radio Farda, Grossi indicated the US is pursuing a significantly simpler agreement than the previous JCPOA.
Foreign Minister Araqchi traveled to Moscow carrying Khamenei's message to Putin, discussing bilateral relations and international developments, reinforcing Iran's diplomatic positioning ahead of Saturday's negotiations.
The day's most significant development was Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman's historic visit to Tehran, where he delivered King Salman's message to Khamenei. The Supreme Leader emphasized that Iran and Saudi Arabia can "complement each other," signaling regional realignment amid nuclear talks.
Iran reportedly proposed a three-stage plan for negotiations with the US during Muscat talks, following Araqchi's firm position that uranium enrichment remains non-negotiable, contradicting US demands that Iran completely abandon enrichment.
Foreign Minister Araqchi traveled to Moscow carrying Khamenei's message to Putin, discussing bilateral relations and international developments, reinforcing Iran's diplomatic positioning ahead of Saturday's negotiations.
The day's most significant development was Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman's historic visit to Tehran, where he delivered King Salman's message to Khamenei. The Supreme Leader emphasized that Iran and Saudi Arabia can "complement each other," signaling regional realignment amid nuclear talks.
Iran reportedly proposed a three-stage plan for negotiations with the US during Muscat talks, following Araqchi's firm position that uranium enrichment remains non-negotiable, contradicting US demands that Iran completely abandon enrichment.
Russia
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Russia's Supreme Court lifted the ban on the Taliban movement, removing it from the terrorist organization list—a significant policy shift amid Russia's evolving Central Asian strategy. Russian forces reported liberating Preobrazhenka in DPR while military operations continued around Kursk region and Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
The day's diplomatic engagement featured Putin's meeting with Qatar's Emir, resulting in a new investment platform agreement. Russia requested UN Security Council consultations on an energy infrastructure strikes moratorium, continuing previous days' ceasefire discussions.
By evening, Trump dominated coverage with reports he gave Putin three days to respond to Ukraine ceasefire proposal terms. This ultimatum follows yesterday's Boeing deal floated as part of peace negotiations and earlier reports of intense diplomatic work. Russia's Prosecutor General filed a lawsuit against German energy firm Wintershall Dea, suggesting continued economic confrontation with Western companies despite peace overtures.
The day's diplomatic engagement featured Putin's meeting with Qatar's Emir, resulting in a new investment platform agreement. Russia requested UN Security Council consultations on an energy infrastructure strikes moratorium, continuing previous days' ceasefire discussions.
By evening, Trump dominated coverage with reports he gave Putin three days to respond to Ukraine ceasefire proposal terms. This ultimatum follows yesterday's Boeing deal floated as part of peace negotiations and earlier reports of intense diplomatic work. Russia's Prosecutor General filed a lawsuit against German energy firm Wintershall Dea, suggesting continued economic confrontation with Western companies despite peace overtures.
Italy
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Early morning reports focused on potential signs of life discovered on exoplanet K2-18b and economic warnings about Trump's tariffs, as Meloni prepared for her Washington visit. By midday, the ECB cut interest rates to 2.25% amid "exceptional uncertainty," with Lagarde expressing concern about trade wars.
The afternoon was marked by disaster when a cable car at Monte Faito near Naples plunged into a ravine after a cable broke, killing four people with one survivor seriously injured. The tragedy unfolded dramatically in media coverage, with initial reports of passengers being rescued before the cabin's fall was confirmed.
Simultaneously, Meloni met with Trump at the White House, where he called her "exceptional" and promised "100% agreement with the EU on tariffs" - a significant softening from his previous stance. Trump accepted Meloni's invitation to visit Rome while she adopted his rhetorical style with a "Make the West Great Again" slogan.
Northern Italy continued battling severe flooding with a red alert in Piedmont.
The afternoon was marked by disaster when a cable car at Monte Faito near Naples plunged into a ravine after a cable broke, killing four people with one survivor seriously injured. The tragedy unfolded dramatically in media coverage, with initial reports of passengers being rescued before the cabin's fall was confirmed.
Simultaneously, Meloni met with Trump at the White House, where he called her "exceptional" and promised "100% agreement with the EU on tariffs" - a significant softening from his previous stance. Trump accepted Meloni's invitation to visit Rome while she adopted his rhetorical style with a "Make the West Great Again" slogan.
Northern Italy continued battling severe flooding with a red alert in Piedmont.
Japan
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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US-Japan tariff negotiations showed signs of progress in the early morning hours, with Trump claiming "big progress" and both sides agreeing to "aim for an early agreement." Prime Minister Ishiba acknowledged talks "won't be easy" but indicated plans to visit the US for direct discussions with Trump "at an appropriate time."
By mid-morning, Taiwan's tech ambitions emerged as a parallel story, with TSMC reporting a 60% profit jump while announcing plans to build an "independent" US chip manufacturing hub capable of producing 30% of its cutting-edge 2-nanometer chips in Arizona. Taiwan's Yageo also escalated its corporate takeover battle with Japan's Minebea, raising its bid for Shibaura Electronics.
Domestic concerns surfaced by afternoon with cabinet disapproval ratings exceeding 50% for the first time, while Mizuho Bank announced support for small businesses struggling with trade uncertainty through unsecured loans.
By mid-morning, Taiwan's tech ambitions emerged as a parallel story, with TSMC reporting a 60% profit jump while announcing plans to build an "independent" US chip manufacturing hub capable of producing 30% of its cutting-edge 2-nanometer chips in Arizona. Taiwan's Yageo also escalated its corporate takeover battle with Japan's Minebea, raising its bid for Shibaura Electronics.
Domestic concerns surfaced by afternoon with cabinet disapproval ratings exceeding 50% for the first time, while Mizuho Bank announced support for small businesses struggling with trade uncertainty through unsecured loans.
Netherlands
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Morning headlines revealed horrific child sexual exploitation cases, with parents selling their children for abuse, described as "just the tip of the iceberg." Another shocking crime dominated coverage as details emerged about Jesse R., who decapitated his mother while in a psychosis reportedly triggered by excessive cannabis use.
The aftermath of the coalition's 25-hour budget negotiations continued to unfold, with ministers now discovering they had lost millions in funding. The €20 energy bill discount would be funded by diverting climate funds, while nearly free childcare was postponed until 2029. NSC Minister Van Hijum opposed his own party's pension reform proposal, creating internal tension.
A court ordered Christian foundation Civitas Christiana to stop spreading false claims about Rutgers' sex education program. Meanwhile, the ECB cut interest rates to 2.25% amid Trump trade war uncertainties, with ECB President warning Europe must "be ready for the unpredictable."
The aftermath of the coalition's 25-hour budget negotiations continued to unfold, with ministers now discovering they had lost millions in funding. The €20 energy bill discount would be funded by diverting climate funds, while nearly free childcare was postponed until 2029. NSC Minister Van Hijum opposed his own party's pension reform proposal, creating internal tension.
A court ordered Christian foundation Civitas Christiana to stop spreading false claims about Rutgers' sex education program. Meanwhile, the ECB cut interest rates to 2.25% amid Trump trade war uncertainties, with ECB President warning Europe must "be ready for the unpredictable."
India
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The Supreme Court issued a significant interim order on the Waqf Amendment Act, freezing new appointments to Waqf boards and halting denotification of "waqf by user" properties until the next hearing on May 5. The Centre requested and received a 7-day period to file its response.
Vice President Dhankhar escalated institutional tensions by describing Article 142 as a "nuclear missile against democratic forces" and criticized the judiciary for acting like a "super parliament," claiming courts cannot direct the President.
India delivered a stern response to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's "two-nation theory" remarks, stating that Kashmir's only relation with Pakistan is "the vacation of PoK."
Russia denied responsibility for attacking an Indian pharmaceutical warehouse in Kyiv, blaming Ukrainian missiles instead.
A shooting at Florida State University left one dead and several injured, while fugitive terror suspect Happy Pasia, wanted for 14 attacks in Punjab, was captured in the US.
Vice President Dhankhar escalated institutional tensions by describing Article 142 as a "nuclear missile against democratic forces" and criticized the judiciary for acting like a "super parliament," claiming courts cannot direct the President.
India delivered a stern response to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's "two-nation theory" remarks, stating that Kashmir's only relation with Pakistan is "the vacation of PoK."
Russia denied responsibility for attacking an Indian pharmaceutical warehouse in Kyiv, blaming Ukrainian missiles instead.
A shooting at Florida State University left one dead and several injured, while fugitive terror suspect Happy Pasia, wanted for 14 attacks in Punjab, was captured in the US.
Poland
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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President Duda sent the controversial "hate speech" bill to the Constitutional Tribunal, citing free speech concerns while political attention remained on MP Braun's hospital invasion from the previous day. The Justice Ministry announced prosecution proceedings against Braun for forcibly entering a medical facility and attempting a "citizen's arrest" of a doctor.
Multiple polls confirmed Trzaskowski's support dropping while Nawrocki gained momentum, with PiS politicians expressing "euphoria" following Nawrocki's Kanal Zero interview. This continued the trend following the Końskie debate where Trzaskowski's absence and performance issues began affecting his position.
International tensions featured prominently with reports of Russia threatening potential German involvement in Ukraine, Putin setting "unacceptable demands" resembling the Versailles Treaty, and Belarusian plans to invite 150,000 Pakistani migrants. The day concluded with Polish football club Legia Warsaw achieving a historic victory against Chelsea in London.
Multiple polls confirmed Trzaskowski's support dropping while Nawrocki gained momentum, with PiS politicians expressing "euphoria" following Nawrocki's Kanal Zero interview. This continued the trend following the Końskie debate where Trzaskowski's absence and performance issues began affecting his position.
International tensions featured prominently with reports of Russia threatening potential German involvement in Ukraine, Putin setting "unacceptable demands" resembling the Versailles Treaty, and Belarusian plans to invite 150,000 Pakistani migrants. The day concluded with Polish football club Legia Warsaw achieving a historic victory against Chelsea in London.
Spain
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The European Central Bank dominated coverage with its decision to cut interest rates to 2.25%, its seventh consecutive reduction, explicitly to counteract Trump's tariff threat and protect the eurozone economy. By afternoon, financial outlets reported the ECB's message that "we must be prepared for the unpredictable."
Trump's morning meeting with Italian PM Meloni signaled potential compromise, with Trump stating he believes "there won't be many problems" reaching an agreement with Europe, offering relief after weeks of escalating tensions.
Valencia President Mazón's DANA flood scandal deepened with new evidence showing he spent just 12 minutes and 42 seconds speaking with the emergency director during the disaster's critical phase. Communications reportedly "went black" at the crucial moment, intensifying scrutiny of his absence during the catastrophe.
Holy Thursday processions in Málaga featuring the Legion carrying the Cristo de Mena statue received extensive coverage throughout the day.
Trump's morning meeting with Italian PM Meloni signaled potential compromise, with Trump stating he believes "there won't be many problems" reaching an agreement with Europe, offering relief after weeks of escalating tensions.
Valencia President Mazón's DANA flood scandal deepened with new evidence showing he spent just 12 minutes and 42 seconds speaking with the emergency director during the disaster's critical phase. Communications reportedly "went black" at the crucial moment, intensifying scrutiny of his absence during the catastrophe.
Holy Thursday processions in Málaga featuring the Legion carrying the Cristo de Mena statue received extensive coverage throughout the day.
Turkey
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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The anti-corruption drive against opposition municipalities intensified with three CHP-run cities targeted: Beşiktaş (12 detentions including deputy mayor), Kemalpaşa (5 detentions), and ongoing Beykoz prosecutions. Previous day's detainee Selçuk Kozağaçlı was rearrested after a brief release, continuing the pattern of revolving-door justice seen with other defendants.
Sırrı Süreyya Önder's health condition showed improvement, with hospitals reporting he "responds well to treatment" after yesterday's life-threatening surgery. Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz visited him.
President Erdoğan presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Silvan Tunnel, framing it as a transformative project that will make the region "compete with Çukurova." The Central Bank announced its interest rate decision amid continued economic concerns.
MHP leader Bahçeli specifically targeted journalist Rasim Ozan Kütahyalı, who was subsequently detained. Istanbul Airport began simultaneous operations on three runways in what officials called a "historic" development.
Sırrı Süreyya Önder's health condition showed improvement, with hospitals reporting he "responds well to treatment" after yesterday's life-threatening surgery. Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz visited him.
President Erdoğan presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Silvan Tunnel, framing it as a transformative project that will make the region "compete with Çukurova." The Central Bank announced its interest rate decision amid continued economic concerns.
MHP leader Bahçeli specifically targeted journalist Rasim Ozan Kütahyalı, who was subsequently detained. Istanbul Airport began simultaneous operations on three runways in what officials called a "historic" development.
China
•17.04.2025
•Thursday
•129 days ago
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Xi Jinping concluded his Malaysia visit and arrived in Cambodia, where he met King Sihamoni, Senate President Hun Sen, and Prime Minister Hun Manet. Chinese media repeatedly emphasized the "rock-solid" or "iron-clad" friendship between China and Cambodia, continuing the "community with shared future" diplomatic narrative from previous Southeast Asian engagements.
China announced better-than-expected Q1 economic growth of 5.4%, with markets analyzing potential tariff impacts. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Beijing amid US restrictions on H20 chips, calling China a "key market" despite escalating tech tensions.
Hong Kong developments included national security amendments to union laws targeting "political" strikes from 2019 protests, and arrests at Channel C media outlet over alleged COVID-19 loan fraud. DW Chinese reported US attempts to pressure global partners to decouple from China through tariff negotiations, while SCMP detailed Chinese factories' viral marketing efforts and traders pursuing risky emerging market deals amid trade pressures.
China announced better-than-expected Q1 economic growth of 5.4%, with markets analyzing potential tariff impacts. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Beijing amid US restrictions on H20 chips, calling China a "key market" despite escalating tech tensions.
Hong Kong developments included national security amendments to union laws targeting "political" strikes from 2019 protests, and arrests at Channel C media outlet over alleged COVID-19 loan fraud. DW Chinese reported US attempts to pressure global partners to decouple from China through tariff negotiations, while SCMP detailed Chinese factories' viral marketing efforts and traders pursuing risky emerging market deals amid trade pressures.
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