Donald Trump

U.S. clears way for $2.7 billion sale of air-defence development upgrades to Ukraine

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Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. clears way for $2.7 billion sale of air-defence development upgrades to Ukraine

The U.S. State Department approved a $2.7 billion military sale to Ukraine for air-defence development upgrades, along with related equipment and services, the department said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities reported at least 10 people had died in Russian attacks over the last 24 hours.

20:20

Elections

Election season: The key votes shaping politics in late 2026

From Russia’s parliamentary election and Germany’s regional votes to the U.S. midterms, several major elections are taking place in September and November of 2026. Meanwhile, Sweden has already voted, with parties now negotiating to form a new government.

EU's von der Leyen wants Canada to become bloc's first associate member

15:45

Politics

EU's von der Leyen wants Canada to become bloc's first associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she wanted to open the door to Canada becoming the European Union's first “associate member” in a push to forge new links among allies in “an openly hostile world”.

U.S. reveals it has deployed weapons in Earth’s orbit

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Missile defence

U.S. reveals it has deployed weapons in Earth’s orbit

The U.S. has deployed weapons in Earth’s orbit capable of defending its forces against hostile action, Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said, marking the first public acknowledgement of such capabilities.

Trump says he would 'love' to see a united Ireland

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Irish politics

Trump says he would 'love' to see a united Ireland

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would “love” to see British-run Northern Ireland unify with Ireland, remarks made during a visit to Dublin that drew a sharp response from pro-British unionists in Northern Ireland.

Iranian tanker hit by U.S. attack near Iran's Kharg Island

20:52

Middle East conflict

Iranian tanker hit by U.S. attack near Iran's Kharg Island

An Iranian tanker was hit by U.S. forces on Saturday near Iran's key oil export hub, Kharg Island, in the Gulf, the semi-official Iranian news agency Tasnim reported.

U.S. negotiators to visit Russia then Ukraine over weekend

21:05

Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. negotiators to visit Russia then Ukraine over weekend

U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will visit Russia then Ukraine over the weekend, Russian state news agency TASS has reported, citing an unnamed source. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has also said American envoys will visit the capitals of both countries.

Trump’s face enters U.S. pockets on new $1 anniversary coin

15:08

Trump Coin

Trump’s face enters U.S. pockets on new $1 anniversary coin

President Donald Trump is leaving more than a paper trail from his time in office. The U.S. is now minting commemorative $1 coins for America’s 250th anniversary, featuring a portrait of the sitting president.

Trump seeks to intensify economic pressure on Iran - so what are his options?

19:13

Explainer

Trump seeks to intensify economic pressure on Iran - so what are his options?

U.S. President Donald Trump has vowed to hit Iran hard economically, after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Washington would impose measures on Tehran that have "never been seen" as soon as next week.

11:32

Nuclear warheads

South Korea says North Korea may have up to 120 nuclear warheads

South Korea estimates North Korea possesses between 80 and 120 nuclear warheads, its defence minister said on Thursday, citing a range significantly higher than U.S. President Donald Trump's recent assertion that Pyongyang has 57 nuclear weapons.

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Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 19 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 19th of August, covering the latest developments.

South Korea urges stronger defence as Trump orders drills cut

15:23

Politics

South Korea urges stronger defence as Trump orders drills cut

U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) Commander Xavier Brunson visited South Korea's Defence Ministry on Tuesday to discuss plans to scale back the joint Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise, according to media reports.

09:22

Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 18 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 18th of August, covering the latest developments.

09:10

Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 17 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 17th of August, covering the latest developments.

U.S. floats joint strikes with Colombia on armed groups

11:51

Security

U.S. floats joint strikes with Colombia on armed groups

Washington’s counter-narcotics push is expanding as Colombia’s new conservative government backs deeper security cooperation.

Iran says no progress on reviving interim peace deal with U.S.

03:03

Middle East conflict

Iran says no progress on reviving interim peace deal with U.S.

Iran and the United States remain at loggerheads over efforts to agree a permanent end to the war in the Gulf, according to a senior Iranian source who said there had been no progress in talks to revive the interim deal agreed in June and define a timeframe to implement it.

10:33

Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 12 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 12th of August, covering the latest developments.

U.S., Armenia and Azerbaijan highlight peace progress one year after White House summit

10:44

Azerbaijan-Armenia

U.S., Armenia and Azerbaijan highlight peace progress one year after White House summit

The United States, Armenia and Azerbaijan have marked the first anniversary of the White House peace summit, highlighting progress towards normalising relations and boosting regional cooperation in the South Caucasus.

Taylor Swift songs vanish from White House and Trump campaign videos

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U.S. entertainment

Taylor Swift songs vanish from White House and Trump campaign videos

Several Taylor Swift songs have disappeared from social media videos posted by U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign and the White House, after the best-selling pop star's music featured in two separate clips over the past week.

15:20

Gaza

Israel's Netanyahu rejects Gaza withdrawal before Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israeli forces will not withdraw from their current positions in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, casting further doubt on a U.S.-backed proposal aimed at ending the war.

09:09

Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 4 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 4th of August, covering the latest developments.

17:23

Visa

U.S. makes visa bond programme permanent for visitors from 50 countries

The U.S. has made its visa bond programme permanent for citizens of 50 countries, requiring some business and tourist visa applicants to pay refundable deposits of up to $20,000. Several Central Asian countries remain on the list, but Uzbekistan is not.

Oil falls as Iran talks and OPEC+ output boost ease supply fear

08:29

Iran-US

Oil falls as Iran talks and OPEC+ output boost ease supply fear

Oil prices fell sharply on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks with Iran would begin later in the day, raising hopes of easing tensions in the Middle East, while OPEC+ agreed to increase oil production for a sixth consecutive month, adding to expectations of improved global supply.