Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 4, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Sudan: Ongoing mass atrocities against civilians in and around El Fasher, North Darfur, documented in latest MSF report
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Paris, 4 July 2025— Mass atrocities are underway in Sudan’s North Darfur region, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warned in a report today, urging the warring parties to halt indiscriminate and ethnically targeted violence and facilitate an immediate large-scale humanitarian response. MSF is extremely concerned about the threats of a full-blown […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: One year on: Labour ‘haemorrhaging’ support to the Greens over Gaza and welfare cuts
Source: Green Party of England and Wales Labour is ‘haemorrhaging’ support to the Greens over its failure to oppose the Israeli government’s genocide in Gaza and its plans to slash support for disabled people. The Green Party is now polling consistently around 10%, a 43% increase from their 2024 vote share that saw them gain […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Summer blitz on town centre crime
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Summer blitz on town centre crime Over 500 town centres have signed up to the Home Secretary’s Safer Streets summer blitz that will see increased police patrols and local action . Thousands of shoppers and businesses will see increased police presence, stronger prevention and enforcement action by […]
MIL-OSI Security: 241 county lines shut down following national action
Source: United Kingdom National Police Chiefs Council Criminal gangs who exploit children and vulnerable adults to supply drugs across the country were targeted last week in a national police operation, which led to 241 County Lines shut down. County Lines is a term used to describe gangs and organised criminal networks involved in exporting illegal […]
MIL-OSI Australia: DP World Australia’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics not opposed
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development The ACCC will not oppose DP World Australia Limited’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics Holdings Limited (ASX:SLH). Following an extensive investigation, including considering detailed responses to its statement of issues, the ACCC concluded that the proposed acquisition would not likely result in a substantial lessening of competition. DP World […]
MIL-OSI USA: Schatz, Cruz Lead Group Of 18 Senators In Urging Secretary Rubio To Bring Home Americans Wrongfully Detained In Venezuela
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Hawaii Brian Schatz WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) led a group of 18 senators in urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to continue efforts to bring home Americans who are currently wrongfully detained in Venezuela. In May, the State Department announced […]
PM Modi arrives in Trinidad and Tobago to a grand reception, welcomed by PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Trinidad and Tobago on Thursday (local time) for the second leg of his five-nation tour, where he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Piarco International Airport. The Prime Minister was received by his counterpart, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, who was […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Ivey Statement on Passing ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Glenn Ivey – Maryland (4th District) WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Glenn Ivey (MD-04) released the following statement today after voting against H.R.1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act:” Today’s vote marks a cruel and calculated attack on America’s working families. By gutting core safety net programs, this […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Press Briefing Transcript: Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department, July 3, 2025
Source: International Monetary Fund July 3, 2025 SPEAKER: Ms. Julie Kozack, Director of the Communications Department, IMF MS. KOZACK: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the IMF Press Briefing. It’s wonderful to see all of you, both those of you here in person and, of course, colleagues online as well. I’m Julie Kozack, Director of the […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Non-taxability of Canada Carbon Rebates for Small Businesses
Source: Government of Canada News In provinces where the fuel charge applied, a portion of fuel charge proceeds from the price on pollution is returned to eligible small- and medium-sized businesses via the Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses, an automatic, refundable tax credit provided directly to eligible businesses. Corporations do not have to apply […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Press Briefing Transcript: Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department, July 3, 2025
Source: IMF – News in Russian July 3, 2025 SPEAKER: Ms. Julie Kozack, Director of the Communications Department, IMF MS. KOZACK: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the IMF Press Briefing. It’s wonderful to see all of you, both those of you here in person and, of course, colleagues online as well. I’m Julie Kozack, Director […]
MIL-OSI USA: U.S. Senators Duckworth, Markey, Booker Condemn Republican Cuts to Environmental Justice Grants, Slam GOP Weakening of Key Environmental Law
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 02, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Edward J. Markey (D-MA) and Cory Booker (D-NJ)—co-chairs of the Environmental Justice Caucus—today issued the following statement after Senate Republicans rammed through Trump’s so-called Big Beautiful Bill, which would rescind funds already appropriated […]
MIL-OSI USA: Next Stop, POTUS’ Desk: Ezell Votes In Support of the One Big Beautiful Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Mike Ezell (Mississippi 4th District) Today, U.S. Representative Mike Ezell (MS-04) proudly voted in favor of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping legislative package that delivers on President Donald Trump’s America First agenda by cutting taxes, securing the border, unleashing American energy, and protecting taxpayer dollars. “This […]
PM Modi arrives in Trinidad and Tobago, receives ceremonial welcome
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Trinidad and Tobago on Thursday (local time) for the second leg of his five-nation tour, receiving a ceremonial welcome from his counterpart Kamla Persad-Bissessar and senior members of the government. The PM was greeted at the Port of Spain airport […]
MIL-OSI USA: Bean Applauds Passage of Bill to Uplift and Empower Northeast Floridians
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Aaron Bean Florida (4th District) WASHINGTON—Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) released the following statement after the House voted on the final passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Upon final passage, Congressman Bean said: “Hardworking taxpayers […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Islamic Republic of Mauritania: IMF Executive Board Completes Fourth Reviews of the Extended Arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility and the Extended Fund Facility Arrangement and Third Review of the Resilience and Sustainability Facility Arrangement
Source: IMF – News in Russian July 3, 2025 The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Fourth Reviews of Mauritania’s Extended Credit Facility and the Extended Fund Facility arrangements, and the Third Review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility Arrangement. The decisions allow for an immediate disbursement of SDR 36.16 million […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Mike Levin Honors Nani Love as June 2025 Constituent of the Month
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Levin (CA-49) June 30, 2025 Nani Love Vista, CA–Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Nani Love, a case manager and victim’s advocate at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center, as his June 2025 Constituent of the Month. Born and raised on O?ahu, Hawaii, Nani moved to […]
MIL-OSI USA: REP LIEU VOTED NO ON TRUMP BILL TO CUT MEDICARE AND MEDICAID
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ted Lieu (33 District of California) WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) issued the following statement after voting against Donald Trump’s Big Ugly Bill, H.R. 1. The bill passed the House 218-214 and will now be signed into law. In California, more than […]
MIL-OSI USA: ‘Shameful, Dangerous, and Unforgivable’ | Pingree Statement on Final Passage of Trump’s Megabill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (1st District of Maine) Today, after the U.S. House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act without any Democratic support, Maine First District Congresswoman Chellie Pingree released the following statement: Today, the House passed the most harmful, heartless, and regressive bill I’ve seen in my time in Congress. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Newhouse Statement on Passage of H.R. 1
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Dan Newhouse (4th District of Washington) Headline: Newhouse Statement on Passage of H.R. 1 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon final House passage of the Senate-amended H.R. 1. The legislation, which passed 218-214 now goes to President Trump’s desk to be […]