16:08
Geopolitics

U.S. envoy's Israel remarks draw regional condemnation

Comments by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggesting that Israel had a biblical right to much of the Middle East drew condemnation over the weekend from countries across the region, which described the remarks as “dangerous and inflammatory”.

21:06
Global Tariffs

Trump says he will raise global tariff rate from 10% to 15%

President Donald Trump said on Saturday (21 February) that he will raise temporary tariffs on nearly all U.S. imports from 10% to 15%, the maximum allowed under the law, after the Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff program.

10:42
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief -21 February, 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 21st of February, covering the latest developments you need to know.

20:30
Space Launch

Artemis II rocket passes critical test ahead of NASA lunar trip

NASA successfully completed a critical fueling rehearsal on Thursday (19 February) for its giant moon rocket, Artemis II, after earlier hydrogen leaks disrupted preparations for the next crewed lunar mission. The launch is scheduled for 6 March, according to the latest information from NASA.

19:08
UK Monarchy

UK monarchy faces public trust test after Andrew investigation

The former Prince Andrew’s brief arrest on Thursday (19 February) has highlighted the challenges of prosecuting alleged misconduct in public office, with potential implications for the British monarchy’s public role, according to political analyst Nuno Wahnon Martins.

16:59
Expert View

Türkiye’s Gaza role depends on U.S.–Israel political consensus

Türkiye has signalled readiness to contribute to a proposed Gaza stabilisation force during the inaugural Board of Peace meeting on Thursday (19 February), but according to former Turkish diplomat Mehmet Öğütçü, the decisive factor will be whether Israel and the United States agree on Ankara’s role.

11:00
Cuba oil crisis

Putin: U.S. sanctions on Cuba are 'unacceptable'

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez in the Kremlin on Wednesday, telling him that new restrictions imposed on the communist-run island were unacceptable.

10:58
Epstein’s Ranch

New Mexico approves investigation of Epstein’s Zorro Ranch

New Mexico has launched what lawmakers describe as the first full investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s activities at Zorro Ranch, where the late U.S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is accused of trafficking and sexually assaulting girls and women.

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