President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orbán delivered press statements

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev held expanded meeting with Prime Minister of Hungary in Budapest

Qatar denies seeking influence with offer of $400 million jet to Trump

Qatar’s prime minister on Tuesday defended the country’s offer of a luxury Boeing jet to U.S. President Donald Trump, amid scrutiny in Washington over whether the gift could be seen as an attempt to exert political influence.

Energy Crisis in the Iberian Peninsula – 28 April 2025

A widespread blackout on 28 April 2025 disrupted power across Spain, Portugal, Andorra, and parts of southern France, exposing vulnerabilities in the Iberian Peninsula’s energy infrastructure and prompting renewed debate over energy policy and grid resilience.

Supreme Court allows end to TPS for Venezuelans while Legal Case continues

The U.S. Supreme Court has granted a request from the Trump administration to lift protections under the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for approximately 350,000 Venezuelans, potentially opening the door to future deportations while litigation continues.

Some international students face ongoing challenges following visa terminations

Following changes to visa policies earlier this year, several international students in the United States experienced disruptions to their education and employment. While U.S. authorities have since begun restoring student statuses, challenges remain for those affected.

UK strikes EU trade and defence reset in 'new era' for relations

The UK and the European Union have reached their most significant post-Brexit agreement yet, resetting trade and defence ties amid rising global instability and U.S. President Donald Trump’s disruption of the global order.

Perseverance rover captures first visible aurora on Mars, a potential spectacle for future astronauts

NASA’s Perseverance rover has spotted the first aurora on Mars visible to the human eye, offering a glimpse of what future astronauts might one day enjoy under the Martian sky.

Colombia applies to join China-led development bank in pivot away from U.S.

Colombia has formally applied to join the China-based New Development Bank, deepening Latin America’s growing alignment with Beijing as regional leaders react to U.S. policy shifts under President Donald Trump.

Putin to skip Türkiye peace talks as Ukraine awaits direct meeting

Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed a delegation of senior officials to lead direct peace negotiations with Ukraine, but will not participate personally—despite proposing the talks himself.

Azerbaijan joins 'Anatolian Phoenix-2025' in Türkiye

Trump says US to lift Syria sanctions, secures $600 billion Saudi deal

President Donald Trump announced the removal of long-standing U.S. sanctions on Syria and secured a $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia during his visit to the Gulf, signaling a major shift in U.S. foreign policy.

EU eyes capital controls to bypass Hungary over Russia sanctions

The European Commission is exploring alternative legal mechanisms to maintain pressure on Moscow if Hungary blocks the renewal of EU economic sanctions due to expire in July.

Secretary Rubio’s call with foreign ministers

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a joint call with top European and Ukrainian diplomats to discuss steps toward a ceasefire and lasting peace in Ukraine, according to the State Department.

Turkish foreign minister Fidan discusses peace efforts with russian counterpart Lavrov

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday evening to discuss ongoing efforts to establish peace between Russia and Ukraine, according to Turkish diplomatic sources.

AnewZ Morning Brief - May 13th, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 13th , covering the latest developments you need to know.

How Trump’s trade war could end by June

A lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs could bring the trade war to a halt as early as this month, depending on a decision by the U.S. Court of International Trade.

Russia plans to launch industrial park in Azerbaijan in 2025

The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade aims to open an industrial park in Azerbaijan by 2025, marking the first joint industrial project between the two countries.

Turkish defence minister Yasar Guler to visit Azerbaijan today

Turkish Minister of National Defence Yasar Güler will visit Azerbaijan today for a series of high-level meetings with Azerbaijani officials, according to TRT Haber.

AnewZ Morning Brief - May 12th, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 12th , covering the latest developments you need to know.

PKK declares dissolution, ends armed struggle; Türkiye welcomes move

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) announced on Monday its decision to dissolve and end its decades-long armed campaign, drawing a warm response from Türkiye’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), which hailed it as a major step toward lasting peace.

Philippines votes in high-stakes midterms amid Marcos-Duterte showdown

Voting was underway in the Philippines on Monday for a midterm election marked by a fierce and emotional rivalry between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown.