10d ago
View from Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan agree new trade corridor

Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan have agreed to establish a road transport corridor through Afghanistan to boost regional trade and streamline the movement of commercial cargo. The agreement was reached during talks in Mashhad this week.

10d ago
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief - 17 July 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 17th of July, covering the latest developments you need to know.

10d ago
Middle East

U.S. military says vessels intercepted over Iran blockade

The U.S. military announced that it has completed a new wave of strikes against Iranian military targets under U.S. President Donald Trump's orders. The operation targeted command centres, air defence systems, missile and drone facilities, and coastal surveillance sites across multiple locations.

11d ago
View from Islamabad

Pakistan becomes founding member of new global AI organisation

Pakistan is set to become a founding member of the China-led World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO), with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar travelling to Shanghai on Thursday to sign the founding agreement during a two-day visit.

11d ago
View from Iran

Iran warns U.S. over strikes as tensions with UK deepen

Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has warned that Tehran would target remaining infrastructure in the region if the Islamic Republic’s infrastructure were attacked by the U.S. military, according to the Defa Press military news website.

11d ago
OPEC+

OPEC+ nations agree roadmap to strengthen global oil cooperation

Officials from more than 20 oil-producing countries have agreed on a roadmap to strengthen international cooperation in the oil industry during a meeting in Azerbaijan. The plan aims to deepen collaboration across key areas, including markets, technology, investment and regulation.