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12:27
Congo
Congo rebels leave strategic town ahead of planned Doha talks
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have withdrawn from the strategic town of Walikale, describing the move as a goodwill gesture ahead of planned peace talks with the government next week.
12:21
EU - Central Asia
EU and Central Asia strengthen partnership at historic Samarkand summit
The first-ever EU–Central Asia summit is being held in Samarkand, focusing on transport, green energy, and raw materials. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined major projects to deepen regional cooperation.
11:55
Trade Tensions
Spain sees impact of various tenths of percentage points in GDP due to U.S. tariffs
Spain has stepped forward with a bold €14.1 billion relief package to shield its economy from the ripple effects of new U.S. tariffs, as Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo warns of potential hits to the country’s GDP amid growing global trade tensions.
10:58
Saudi crown prince, Iranian president discuss regional developments
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday, marking an important diplomatic exchange ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr.
09:01
AnewZ Morning Brief - April 4th, 2025
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 4th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
05:30
Trump aides advise against Putin call without Ukraine ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump’s inner circle is advising him against speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin unless Russia commits to a full ceasefire in Ukraine, NBC News reported on Thursday, citing administration officials.
04:16
Backdoor diplomacy in D.C.: Kremlin envoy meets Trump allies
Kirill Dmitriev, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s investment envoy, is visiting Washington this week for talks with members of the Trump administration, sparking fresh speculation over behind-the-scenes diplomacy between Moscow and Washington.
02:18
In Australia’s close race, a Chinese app could tip the scales
In Sydney’s Bennelong, where Chinese Australians make up a large share of the electorate, the fight for votes is playing out on unexpected turf: Xiaohongshu.
01:40
Tariff-Backed Nation: Trump’s 2025 trade war explained
The United States is relapsing into an old identity. In 2025, President Donald Trump revived the strategy that once defined the American economy — tariffs. For more than a century, from 1789 to 1913, tariffs powered U.S. government revenues and protected domestic industry.
23:18
South Korea Awaits Yoon’s Fate After Martial Law Gamble
South Korea’s top court will decide on Friday whether to remove or reinstate President Yoon Suk Yeol, whose brief martial law order sparked the country’s biggest political crisis in years.
22:20
Who’s in Command? Pentagon Reconsiders NATO Role
The Pentagon’s internal debate over restructuring key military commands — including potentially ending the U.S. monopoly over NATO’s top post — has raised red flags among generals and lawmakers alike, amid growing unease in Europe.
17:00
Bulgaria
Bulgarian government survives no confidence vote
The Bulgarian government, headed by Rosen Zhelyazkov, overcame a no-confidence vote initiated over its foreign policy.
15:07
TikTok Tension
Amazon joins last-minute bidding war as TikTok faces U.S. ban deadline
TikTok’s fate in the United States is once again hanging in the balance, as a looming deadline threatens to force a sale—or trigger a nationwide ban—amid a flurry of last-minute bids and high-stakes political maneuvering.
15:00
Azerbaijan - USA
Azerbaijan highlights demining efforts at Washington roundtable
A roundtable discussion on Azerbaijan’s demining initiatives was held at the Hudson Institute in Washington, organized by the Azerbaijani Embassy. Representatives from ANAMA and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided insights into ongoing operations and challenges related to landmine clearance.
14:09
Tariff Fallout
Trump's tariffs will hurt economies of NATO states, says French minister
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has cautioned that President Trump’s new tariffs will harm the economies of NATO allies, warning of broader consequences for both the U.S. and its transatlantic partners.
12:20
Trade Tensions
Belgium's growth to be hit by U.S tariffs, foreign minister says
Belgium has warned that newly announced U.S. import tariffs could weaken its economic growth, even as Washington presses allies to ramp up defence spending.
11:08
Storm Crisis
Tornadoes batter states in South and Midwest US, more violent storms expected
Tornadoes and severe storms ripped through the South and Midwest on Wednesday, leaving a trail of destruction across multiple states as forecasters warned of continued life-threatening weather through the weekend.
10:05
Morning Brief
AnewZ Morning Brief - April 3rd, 2025
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 3rd, covering the latest developments you need to know.
05:51
Taiwan tracks surge in Chinese warplanes and warships as Beijing ends drills
Taiwan has reported a sharp increase in Chinese military activity as Beijing concluded two days of war games around the island, intensifying tensions across the Taiwan Strait.
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