38d ago
Middle East Conflict

Iran negotiator invokes Minab victims upon arrival in Switzerland

Iran's top joint military command, ​Khatam al-Anbiya Central ‌Headquarters, has said that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to ships again, citing alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement by the U.S. and Israel. Lebanon has said Israeli strikes killed 16 people on Saturday.

38d ago
U.S. Iran World Cup

U.S. defends Iran World Cup travel restrictions

The United States will continue reviewing Iran's travel arrangements at the 2026 World Cup, but current restrictions remain in place despite Tehran's plans to lodge a complaint with FIFA, a White House official said.

38d ago
Russia-Ukraine

Ukraine's Zelenskyy warns of 'massive' Russian attack tonight

Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned of an impending massive Russian attack on Ukraine. It comes days after Kyiv carried out a major aeriel assault on Russia, including striking an oil refinery just 16km (10 miles) from the Kremlin in Moscow, sparking a major fire and killing four. 

39d ago
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 20 June 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 20 June, covering the latest developments you need to know. 

39d ago
Explainer

Why Pakistan became a key mediator in U.S.-Iran talks

Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary in U.S.-Iran diplomacy after months of shuttle talks, draft revisions and regional coordination involving Gulf states and China. An interim understanding has been reached, but officials warn the most difficult phase of negotiations still lies ahead.

39d ago
Middle East Conflict

Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, a senior U.S. official has said. Hezbollah has released a statement saying Israel must leave southern Lebanon. Israel has said it agrees to the ceasefire, but has said its armed forces won't leave Lebanon and will resume hostilities if attacked.

39d ago
Pakistan Iran

Pakistan and Iran fast-track border trade zone to boost trade

Pakistan and Iran are accelerating efforts to transform their shared border from a historically volatile frontier into a hub for trade and investment, as both countries advance plans for a special economic zone and pursue a target of $10 billion in bilateral trade.