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China sends coast guard east of Taiwan over Japan-Philippines maritime talks

104d ago

View from China

China sends coast guard east of Taiwan over Japan-Philippines maritime talks

China's Coast Guard said on Monday it had carried out what it described as "law enforcement" patrols in waters east of Taiwan, saying the move was a response to plans by Japan and the Philippines to begin maritime boundary delimitation talks in an area Beijing claims falls under its jurisdiction.

World Cup 2026 preview: Teams arrive with hope, pressure and unfinished stories

104d ago

FIFA World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026 preview: Teams arrive with hope, pressure and unfinished stories

As the World Cup kick-off approaches, teams from across the globe arrive with contrasting narratives, some seeking redemption, others chasing history, and a few hoping simply to belong.

Iran strikes U.S. base in retaliation, says ceasefire deal not finalised

104d ago

Middle East tension

Iran strikes U.S. base in retaliation, says ceasefire deal not finalised

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) said on Monday they targeted the source of an attack on a telecom facility on Sirik Island near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, Tasnim News Agency reported.

President Trump says Iran really wants to make a deal with the U.S.

104d ago

Middle East conflict

President Trump says Iran really wants to make a deal with the U.S.

Iran really wanted to make a deal with the U.S. and that it would be a good one for Washington and its allies, President Donald Trump said on Monday.

104d ago

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 1 June 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 1 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Trump says he is in 'no hurry' to make a deal with Iran, warns military options still on table

104d ago

Middle East conflict

Trump says he is in 'no hurry' to make a deal with Iran, warns military options still on table

Donald Trump said he is “in no hurry” to reach a deal with Iran, insisting the U.S. is slowly getting what it wants. He warned military action remains an option if talks fail. Meanwhile, U.S. forces said they fired a missile at a vessel trying to breach Washington’s blockade of Iran.

Iranian-made Yassin missiles spotted on Armenian fighter jets during military parade

105d ago

South Caucasus

Iranian-made Yassin missiles spotted on Armenian fighter jets during military parade

Iranian-made Yassin missiles were spotted mounted on Armenian Air Force fighter aircraft during Armenia's latest military parade on Thursday (28 May), drawing attention from defence observers and regional analysts.

Philippines says China remains a 'severe threat' despite easing U.S.-China tensions

106d ago

Maritime tensions

Philippines says China remains a 'severe threat' despite easing U.S.-China tensions

The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).

When five percent is more than a number: The return of the bond vigilantes

106d ago

Economy

When five percent is more than a number: The return of the bond vigilantes

There is a number that has haunted American fiscal policy for the better part of two decades, and this week it returned.

At least 22 killed as truck carrying Afghan returnees overturns

106d ago

Afghanistan crash

At least 22 killed as truck carrying Afghan returnees overturns

At least 22 people have been killed - including children - and 35 others injured after a truck carrying Afghan returnees overturned in eastern Afghanistan, local officials say.

Iran's Pezeshkian arrives in India for BRICS summit

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi on Friday to attend the weekend BRICS summit, amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, joining a host of foreign dignitaries.

Fresh attack on Strait of Hormuz shipping raising fears of oil supplies

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Middle East

live Fresh attack on Strait of Hormuz shipping raising fears of oil supplies

Maritime trackers received new reports of an attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), adding to concerns about energy supplies after Saudi Arabia shut down a vital oil pipeline on Saturday.

Drone hits Kyiv-Warsaw train near Polish border

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Russia-Ukraine war

live Drone hits Kyiv-Warsaw train near Polish border

A Kyiv-Warsaw train was struck near the Polish border, Ukraine's state railway firm said on Sunday. No passengers were injured. Ukrainian Railways said that the country's railways were facing systematic attacks for a second day and warned of widespread delays.

Saudi shuts down oil pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea shipping

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Middle East

Saudi shuts down oil pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea shipping

Saudi Arabia has temporarily shut down its 1,200-kilometre East-West oil pipeline after it was hit by a drone attack, with Riyadh and Baghdad saying the strike originated from Iraq.