15:10

Middle East Conflict

live Iranian FM says missile capacity at 120%; Deadly Israeli strikes hit Lebanon - Middle East conflict on 8 May

The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, though both sides signalled they did not want escalation. The clashes come as Washington awaits Tehran’s response to a proposed deal to end the war while leaving key disputes, such as Iran’s nuclear programme, unresolved for now.

13:52

Expert View

Türkiye seeks lasting Iran-U.S. ceasefire as Ankara pushes diplomacy

Türkiye is urging Washington and Tehran to turn their fragile truce into a permanent ceasefire, as analysts say Ankara is seeking to use its geopolitical position to prevent a wider regional conflict.

10:13

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 8 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 8th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

08:06

Middle East conflict

UAE countering Iranian air attack after Trump says ceasefire still in effect

U.S. ally the United Arab Emirates said its air defences were engaging missile and drone threats from Iran early on Friday in a further test of the shaky, month-long ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.

02:21

Middle East Conflict

U.S. launches 'retaliatory strikes' on Iran as Tehran's military accuses Washington of breaching ceasefire

The U.S. military said it carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran on Thursday (7 May), as Iran’s military leadership accused Washington of violating a Pakistani-mediated ceasefire agreed to back in April.

20:47

U.S.-Iran

How a U.S.–Iran deal could reshape Israel’s regional security strategy

As diplomatic talks over a possible U.S.–Iran framework agreement continue, analysts are assessing how any deal could alter security dynamics across the Middle East.

19:16

Middle East Conflict

U.S. launches 'retaliatory strikes' on Iran as Tehran's military says ceasefire breached - Middle East conflict on 7 May

The U.S military said it carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran on Thursday (7 May). Meanwhile, Iran's Joint Military Command accused the U.S. of breaching the ceasefire, by striking an Iranian oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and launching attacks on several Iranian cities. 

18:02

Middle East conflict

Iran warns of possible attacks despite reports of imminent U.S. peace deal

Iran’s parliamentary speaker has warned that Tehran still faces the risk of military or terrorist attacks, despite reports that a peace agreement with the U.S. could be announced this week.

14:34

Expert View

Israeli strike in Beirut kills Hezbollah commander, straining fragile ceasefire

A senior commander in Hezbollah’s elite Radwan force was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut on Wednesday (6 May), highlighting ongoing tensions despite a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

11:01

Middle East Conflict

Tehran reviews U.S. peace plan as Trump pushes for deal

U.S. President Donald Trump has predicted a swift end to the war with Iran, as Tehran considers a U.S.-backed peace proposal that sources say could formally end the conflict but leaves several core disputes unresolved.

10:30

Markets

Asian stocks surge to record highs on Middle East peace hopes

Asian stocks surged to record highs on 7 May as investors priced in growing hopes of a potential Middle East peace deal, while oil prices eased and the U.S. dollar weakened amid shifting global risk sentiment.

18:21

Middle East Conflict

Iran Red Crescent documents alleged humanitarian law violations in U.S.–Israel war

The Secretary-General of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Meysam Afshar, said the organisation has documented alleged violations of international humanitarian law during the U.S.–Israel war on Iran and shared the findings with international bodies.

17:16

View from China

China and Iran hold urgent talks on ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz tensions

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Beijing on Wednesday, their first in-person talks since the U.S.-Israel war on Iran began, focusing on the fragile ceasefire and security in the Strait of Hormuz.

16:30

Middle East Conflict

Iran wants to make deal, Trump says - Middle East conflict on 6 May

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Iran wanted to negotiate and make a deal in comments to reporters on Wednesday (6 May). But earlier, he warned Washington would ramp up attacks if no agreement was reached. 

10:41

Middle East Conflict

Iranian FM Araghchi holds talks in Beijing, ahead of U.S.-China leaders' summit

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met China’s top diplomat in Beijing on Wednesday (6 May), underscoring deepening ties between Tehran and Beijing ahead of high-level U.S.-China talks expected to touch on Iran and the Gulf crisis.

09:42

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 6 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 6th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

08:28

Visual arts

Venice Biennale hit by geopolitical disputes over Russia and Israel

The 61st Venice Biennale has opened under grey skies and political tension, with disputes over Russia and Israel, resignations on the jury, and protests marking the start of one of the art world’s most high-profile events.

07:59

Activism

Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi at risk of death, family warns

The husband of imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has expressed growing concern over her health following her hospitalisation for severe medical complications, warning that her condition could become life-threatening without proper treatment.

02:51

Middle East Conflict

Iran's military denies attacks as UAE reports missile strikes for second consecutive day - Middle East conflict on 5 May

The United Arab Emirate said it was dealing with missile and drone attacks from Iran for the second day in a row on Tuesday (5 May), despite denials from authorities in Tehran who threatened a "crushing response" if the UAE retaliated. 

00:47

Middle East Conflict

UAE reports second day of Iranian missile and drone attacks, as Tehran's military issues denial

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said it was dealing with missile and drone attacks from Iran for the second consecutive day on Tuesday (5 May), despite denials from authorities in Tehran. 

13:18

View from Iran

Iran says U.S. demands hinder response as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has said it is difficult to assess the U.S. response to its proposal, citing Washington’s history of “excessive and unreasonable” demands.

11:06

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 5 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 5th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

08:02

Middle East conflict

U.S. and Iran launch new attacks as they wrestle for control of Hormuz

The U.S. and Iran launched new attacks in the Gulf on Monday as they wrestled for control over the Strait of Hormuz with duelling maritime blockades, shaking a fragile ceasefire.

19:42

Middle East Conflict

No military solution to Iran-U.S. war, Tehran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says - Middle East conflict on 4 May

Iran warned Armerican forces on Monday (4 May) not to enter the Strait of Hormuz, after the U.S. said it had launched a mission to try and reopen the sea passage. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister said there was no military solution to the Middle East conflict.