Trump slaps 100% tariff on imported medicines
By Zoya Amjad Scandinavian News Agency finland U.S. President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs, including a 100% tariff on medicines manufactured outside the United States, effective October 1. In a statement released on Truth Social, Trump said the new tariff package also targets heavy-duty trucks and kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Heavy-duty trucks will […]
Iran rejects US demand to hand over enriched uranium
Shumaila AslamScandinavian News Agency FinlandBureau Chief, Pakistan Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday rejected U.S. demands that Tehran hand over all its enriched nuclear material, calling the proposal “unacceptable.” His remarks came as nuclear talks collapsed, raising fears of renewed confrontation. The dispute has intensified ahead of sweeping UN sanctions that could soon be reimposed […]
Israel faces isolation, Netanyahu unfazed by warnings
Shumaila AslamScandinavian News AgencyBureau Chief, Pakistan Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed mounting signs of international isolation, warning citizens to “get used to it.” For many Israelis, his remarks only confirmed suspicions about his political priorities. Critics argue that instead of seeking diplomatic solutions, Netanyahu appears ready to endure growing global criticism, treating it […]
Jennifer Lawrence slams Gaza violence as genocide
Shumaila Aslam Scandinavian News Agency Finland Bureau Chief, Pakistan Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence has spoken out strongly against the ongoing violence in Gaza, calling it “no less than a genocide.” Her statement has sparked global debate, adding to the mounting international criticism that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing. Observers note that even Hollywood, […]
Finland’s President condemns child abductions in war
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency, Finland President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, strongly condemned the abduction of Ukrainian children during the war, calling it an act that surpasses“War, by its very nature, carries elements that are brutal, vulgar, and unethical,” President Stubb remarked. But the kidnapping of children goes beyond all of that,” President Stubb said. […]
Polish PM Russia poses global threat, EU plans drone wall
Shumaila Aslam Scandinavian News Agency Bureau Chief Pakistan Polish Prime Minister has warned that Russia harbors “bad intentions towards the whole world” as EU countries and Ukraine prepare to discuss the creation of a joint “drone wall” to counter rising aerial threats. Numerous European nations are set to meet later today to finalize measures against […]
Erdoğan backs Gaza ceasefire, $100bn US trade target
Usama Zahid Beuro Chiefe South Asia Scandinavian News International President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, speaking to journalists after returning from the United States, said his meeting with former US President Donald Trump was held in a constructive and productive atmosphere, stressing that relations remain strong. Erdoğan noted that both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to achieving a […]
Turkey, US sign $43m LNG deal for 20 years
By Usama Zahid beuro Chief south Asia Scandinavian News Turkey has signed a major LNG supply deal with the United States, valued at $43 million, covering 70 billion cubic meters over 20 years. Under the agreement, 4 billion cubic meters of LNG will be supplied to Turkey starting in 2026. Currently, Ankara imports around 2 […]
Hungarian jets intercept 5 Russian aircraft over Baltic
By Hammad Kahlun International correspondend Scandinavian News iAgency Finland NATO Air Command reported that five Russian military aircraft, including Su-30, Su-35, and three MiG-31 fighter jets, were detected flying near Latvian airspace. In response, two Hungarian Air Force Gripen jets were scrambled from Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania to intercept the Russian planes. NATO said […]
Russia warns NATO Shooting planes means war
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Russia has warned NATO of grave consequences if its military aircraft are targeted. In an interview with RTL radio, Russia’s ambassador to France, Alexei Meshkov, said: “If NATO shoots down a Russian plane, it will mean the start of a military conflict. It will be war.” The statement adds […]