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Iran has 'no meeting planned' with U.S. despite Islamabad visit - Saturday, 25 April

Iran's Foreign Affairs Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Saturday (25 April) that there were no plans to meet with the U.S. in Islamabad, despite Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi landing in the Pakistani capital late on Friday. Araghchi said he was visiting Islamabad, Muscat and Moscow.

Trump envoys to visit Pakistan for Iran talks as cautious progress reported

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Middle East

Trump envoys to visit Pakistan for Iran talks as cautious progress reported

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner will travel to Islamabad on Saturday for Pakistan-mediated talks with Iran, the White House said.

Leaders of Israel and Lebanon could be hosted at White House for future talks

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Middle East conflict

Leaders of Israel and Lebanon could be hosted at White House for future talks

Lebanon and Israel have agreed to extend their ceasefire by three weeks following talks at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday (23 April).

U.S. accuses China’s DeepSeek of AI intellectual property theft

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Tech Tensions

U.S. accuses China’s DeepSeek of AI intellectual property theft

The United States has issued an international warning accusing Chinese firms, including AI start-up DeepSeek, of allegedly stealing intellectual property from American artificial intelligence labs.

Argentina urges Falklands talks after Pentagon email signals possible U.S. policy shift

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Falklands dispute

Argentina urges Falklands talks after Pentagon email signals possible U.S. policy shift

Argentina has reiterated its interest in resuming talks with the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands, a disputed archipelago in the South Atlantic, after reports that an internal Pentagon email suggested reviewing Washington’s support for the UK’s claim amid tensions over the Iran war.

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Türkiye dispatches medical aid to Iran amid ongoing humanitarian efforts

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Humanitarian aid

Türkiye dispatches medical aid to Iran amid ongoing humanitarian efforts

Türkiye sent six trucks carrying critical medical supplies to Iran on Thursday, reinforcing humanitarian assistance amid challenging cross-border conditions.

Central Asia food shortages deepen as climate and water pressures intensify

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View from Kazakhstan

Central Asia food shortages deepen as climate and water pressures intensify

Around 14% of Central Asia’s population - about 12 million people - are facing food shortages, according to the United Nations. The issue was a central focus at the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana.

Baku-Yerevan peace process gains urgency ahead of Armenian elections

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Azerbaijan-Armenia

Baku-Yerevan peace process gains urgency ahead of Armenian elections

The prospect of a lasting peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia has gained renewed significance as Armenia approaches a pre-election period marked by relative stability.

Georgia deepens China trade talks as Anaklia port project gains renewed momentum

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View from Georgia

Georgia deepens China trade talks as Anaklia port project gains renewed momentum

Georgia is entering a pivotal economic and geopolitical phase, as talks with China to expand a free trade agreement coincide with renewed progress on the Anaklia Deep Sea Port.

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Tech Tensions

U.S. accuses China’s DeepSeek of AI intellectual property theft

The United States has issued an international warning accusing Chinese firms, including AI start-up DeepSeek, of alle...

Iran has 'no meeting planned' with U.S. despite Islamabad visit - Saturday, 25 April

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Middle East Conflict

Iran has 'no meeting planned' with U.S. despite Islamabad visit - Saturday, 25 April

Iran's Foreign Affairs Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Saturday (25 April) that there were no plans to meet with the U.S. in Islamabad, d...

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Falklands dispute

Argentina urges Falklands talks after Pentagon email signals possible U.S. policy shift

Argentina has reiterated its interest in resuming talks with the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands, a disputed...

U.S. expands Iran diplomacy effort with envoy mission to Pakistan - Friday, 24 April

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Middle East Conflict

U.S. expands Iran diplomacy effort with envoy mission to Pakistan - Friday, 24 April

Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war are intensifying, with the White House confirming that U.S. President Donald Trump will send special envoy S...

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Middle East

Trump envoys to visit Pakistan for Iran talks as cautious progress reported

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner will travel to Islamabad on Saturday for Pakistan-mediated talks ...

Türkiye passes legislation banning social-media use for children under 15

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View from Türkiye

Türkiye passes legislation banning social-media use for children under 15

In a parliamentary vote on Wednesday (22 April), Turkish lawmakers approved legislation designed to protect minors from harmful online content. Passed after lengthy deliberations, the measure includes an outright ban on social media use by children under 15.

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World News

U.S. Army soldier charged with making $400,000 in bets on Maduro's removal

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Insider Trading

U.S. Army soldier charged with making $400,000 in bets on Maduro's removal

A United States Army soldier has been charged with making more than $400,000 by betting on the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, according to the Department of Justice.

Türkiye and UK sign strategic partnership to deepen defence and global cooperation

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View from Türkiye

Türkiye and UK sign strategic partnership to deepen defence and global cooperation

Türkiye and the United Kingdom on Thursday signed a wide-ranging strategic partnership agreement to boost bilateral cooperation, especially in defence. The deal, signed in London, signals a “new era” in relations between the two NATO allies.

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil refinery

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Russia Ukraine

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil refinery

Russian emergency services have contained a major fire at the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea coast, local officials said on Thursday, ending a four-day effort after a Ukrainian drone strike.

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Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief - 24 April, 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 24th of April, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Business

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Meta to cut 10% of workforce in first round of layoffs as AI investment drives major restructuring

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Technology

Meta to cut 10% of workforce in first round of layoffs as AI investment drives major restructuring

Meta Platforms will cut about 10% of its global workforce from 20 May, marking the start of a wider restructuring as the company increases spending on artificial intelligence (AI) and plans further layoffs later this year, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down after 15 years

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Technology

Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down after 15 years

Tim Cook, the tech boss who led Apple to become a $4 trillion company in its post-Steve Jobs era, is stepping down after 15 years in the top job. John Ternus, an Apple veteran of 25 years, who is currently the U.S. company’s Vice President of Hardware Engineering, will take over from September.

Chinese automakers take aim at Europe's premium brands at Beijing car show

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Business

Chinese automakers take aim at Europe's premium brands at Beijing car show

China's domestic automakers have a message for the boardrooms of premium German brands such as Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW: We are coming for your customers, and we are armed with superior technology at a fraction of the cost.

Netflix shares slide as co-founder Reed Hastings steps down as chairman

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Netflix shares slump

Netflix shares slide as co-founder Reed Hastings steps down as chairman

Netflix shares fell sharply on Friday after the streaming group issued a weaker-than-expected outlook and said chairman and co-founder Reed Hastings will step down from the board.

China's trade slows as Middle East conflict drives up global costs

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Energy

China's trade slows as Middle East conflict drives up global costs

China’s export growth slowed sharply in March, as the fallout from the Middle East conflict pushed up energy and shipping costs, weakening global demand and exposing risks in Beijing’s reliance on manufacturing to drive growth.

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Eurovision

Slovenia joins Eurovision boycott as broadcasters protest Israel’s participation

Slovenia’s national broadcaster RTV Slovenia has confirmed it will not air the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, joining a widening boycott over Israel’s participation.

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders back Paramount merger, creating Hollywood mega studio

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Hollywood Merger

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders back Paramount merger, creating Hollywood mega studio

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have approved Paramount Skydance’s proposed takeover of the media group, advancing a deal valued at roughly $110 billion including debt in a move that could reshape Hollywood and the global entertainment industry.

Netherlands hands ancient Coțofenești helmet back to Romania

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Artefacts

Netherlands hands ancient Coțofenești helmet back to Romania

The 2,500-year-old Golden Helmet of Coțofenești and two ancient gold bracelets have been returned to Romanian authorities after being stolen from a Dutch museum in January last year.

K-pop mogul Bang Si-hyuk faces arrest over HYBE stock allegations

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South Korea

K-pop mogul Bang Si-hyuk faces arrest over HYBE stock allegations

The architect of the modern K-pop boom, Bang Si-hyuk, is facing arrest by South Korean police over claims he illegally gained millions in an investor fraud scheme.

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Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 17 people, five critically

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Train crash

Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 17 people, five critically

Two local trains collided head-on north of Copenhagen on Thursday (23 April), injuring 17 people, five of them critically, according to emergency services.

Trump says Hormuz under 'total control', closed until Iran agrees to deal - Thursday, 23 April

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Middle East conflict

Trump says Hormuz under 'total control', closed until Iran agrees to deal - Thursday, 23 April

The U.S. military is redirecting at least three Iranian-flagged tankers after intercepting them in Asian waters near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, shipping and security sources said on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Tehran said U.S. breaches, blockades and threats are undermining “genuine negotiations.”

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Middle East Conflict

U.S. expands Iran diplomacy effort with envoy mission to Pakistan - Friday, 24 April

Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war are intensifying, with the White House confirming that U.S. President Donald Trump will send special envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner to Islamabad for talks with Iran under Pakistani mediation.

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Russia Ukraine

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil refinery

Russian emergency services have contained a major fire at the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea coast, local officials said on Thursday, ending a four-day effort after a Ukrainian drone strike.

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Eurovision

Slovenia joins Eurovision boycott as broadcasters protest Israel’s participation

Slovenia’s national broadcaster RTV Slovenia has confirmed it will not air the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, joining a widening boycott over Israel’s participation.

Health

Health news Healthcare

WFP urges urgent funding as 5.8 million Haitians face acute food insecurity

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Haiti Hunger Crisis

WFP urges urgent funding as 5.8 million Haitians face acute food insecurity

More than half of Haiti’s population is facing acute food insecurity, prompting the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to warn that recent progress in tackling hunger remains fragile and could quickly be reversed without urgent support.

Six new meningitis cases reported in UK bringing total to 27

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meningitis Outbreak

Six new meningitis cases reported in UK bringing total to 27

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that as of Wednesday evening, it has identified six new cases of meningococcal disease in Kent, bringing the total of confirmed or suspected cases to at least 27.

WHO maps out $2m for Lebanon, Iraq and Syria, warns of health crisis as conflict escalates

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Middle East Conflict

WHO maps out $2m for Lebanon, Iraq and Syria, warns of health crisis as conflict escalates

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released $2m in emergency funding to support health responses in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria as escalating regional conflict strains hospitals, raises displacement and increases pressure on already fragile health systems.

Police warn one poisoned HiPP baby food jar could still be in circulation in Austria

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Health

Police warn one poisoned HiPP baby food jar could still be in circulation in Austria

Jars of baby food deliberately tampered with rat poison and discovered in Austria, the Czech Republic and Slovakia were part of an attempted extortion plot targeting manufacturer HiPP, German police said on Monday.

China turns to AI and IVF tech as falling birth rates raise alarm

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View from China

China turns to AI and IVF tech as falling birth rates raise alarm

A Chinese biotechnology company is stepping up efforts to combine artificial intelligence (AI) with advanced genetic testing in a bid to improve the success rates of in vitro fertilization (IVF), while also tapping into growing demand for fertility services.

Austria moves to ban social media for children under 14

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Europe tech rules

Austria moves to ban social media for children under 14

Austria’s government on Friday approved plans to introduce a nationwide ban on social media use for children under the age of 14, alongside reforms to upper secondary school curricula aimed at boosting media literacy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) education from the 2027/28 academic year.

Travel

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Travel Restrictions

Dubai caps flights, raising pressure on Indian airlines and travel sector

Dubai has restricted foreign airlines to one daily flight to its airports until 31 May due to the Iran crisis, raising fears of significant revenue losses for Indian carriers, industry letters show.

Middle East crisis disrupts travel flows, $56B loss and millions of trips at risk

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Tourism Impact

Middle East crisis disrupts travel flows, $56B loss and millions of trips at risk

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is set to disrupt global travel on a massive scale, with nearly 28 million outbound trips from the Middle East at risk this year, according to Oxford Economics.

Rome opens Colosseum’s southern walkways as public square for tourists

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Historic Reopening

Rome opens Colosseum’s southern walkways as public square for tourists

The Colosseum in Rome has reopened its southern corridors as a public square following a four-year restoration, giving visitors free access to a long-lost part of the ancient monument. The newly restored area was unveiled on Tuesday (17 March).

Iran conflict slashes Middle East tourism, costing $600M daily

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Middle East Conflict

Iran conflict slashes Middle East tourism, costing $600M daily

The escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran is already hitting the Middle East travel and tourism sector hard, with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimating losses of at least $600 million per day in international visitor spending.

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Mexicans protest as activists say Gulf of Mexico oil spill has killed wildlife and destroyed reefs

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Climate

Mexicans protest as activists say Gulf of Mexico oil spill has killed wildlife and destroyed reefs

Communities in Mexico have taken to the streets to protest against an ongoing oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico that has killed wildlife and damaged coral reefs over several weeks.

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Climate risks

Central Asia steps up action on rapid glacier melt and climate risks

Central Asia is stepping up efforts to address rapid glacier melt, following United Nations warnings of unprecedented climate pressure on mountain ecosystems.

European airlines likely beat 2% green jet fuel target last year

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European Aviation

European airlines likely beat 2% green jet fuel target last year

Europe's aviation sector hit - and may well have surpassed - a 2% mandate for green jet fuel use in 2025, a regulatory official and a source told Reuters, bolstering airlines' green credentials as the region seeks to cut reliance on hydrocarbons.

Explainer: How El Niño could impact the global weather in 2026-2027

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Climate change

Explainer: How El Niño could impact the global weather in 2026-2027

Global weather forecasters predict a strong El Niño will develop in the second half of 2026, bringing hotter, drier conditions to much of Asia while increasing rainfall in parts of North and South America.

WMO warns Earth’s climate imbalance accelerating as key indicators hit record extremes

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Climate Change

WMO warns Earth’s climate imbalance accelerating as key indicators hit record extremes

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the Earth’s climate system is becoming increasingly unstable, with new evidence showing a growing imbalance in how the planet absorbs and releases energy.

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