AnewZ Morning Brief - 8 April, 2026
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Jeyhun Bayramov, Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister, met with OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu on the sidelines of the 32nd Ministerial Council meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) held in Vienna.
During the meeting, the sides discussed key areas of the Azerbaijan–OSCE bilateral cooperation agenda, the challenges currently facing the OSCE, regional and international security issues, the current situation in the region, and the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
The meeting emphasized the importance of promoting the unconditional fulfillment of international legal norms, in particular the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the inviolability of internationally recognized borders, at a time when security in Europe faces serious challenges.
Minister Jeyhun Bayramov highlighted the current situation and realities in the post-conflict period, the outcomes of the Washington Summit, and Azerbaijan’s expectations within the framework of the peace process.
The importance of closing the Minsk Process and related structures, which are remnants of the occupation period, for the effectiveness of OSCE’s efforts, as well as preparing to work in accordance with regional realities, was emphasized, and the outcomes achieved were lauded.
The parties also exchanged views on issues of mutual concern within the OSCE and the security situation in the region as a whole.
The crew of Artemis II mission are entering a pivotal phase of their journey, as they prepare to swing around the Moon and head back towards Earth. Now on the fifth day of their 10-day mission, the four astronauts are already witnessing views no human has ever seen.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters that Iran could be taken out in one night, "and that night might be tomorrow night," warning Tehran it had to make a deal by Tuesday night or face wider bombing raids.
A new proposal to end hostilities between the United States and Iran could come into effect as soon as Monday, potentially reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the plan said on Monday.
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran's "whole civilisation" on Tuesday in a post on social media. Meanwhile, the UN failed to reach an agreemement on a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, after China and Russia used their vetoes.
As Hungary approaches a crucial vote, younger citizens who grew up under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán are increasingly backing the opposition, with some saying they may leave if he secures another term.
The third Turkish-owned vessel has departed the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said on Monday.
South Korea is seeking alternative oil supplies from Kazakhstan as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz expose its reliance on Middle Eastern energy routes.
Trade between Georgia and Azerbaijan is on the rise, but business leaders say the current figures fall short of what the two neighbours could achieve together.
Afghanistan has moved to deepen health and trade cooperation with Uzbekistan, while also holding separate talks with Kyrgyz and Uzbek diplomats on regional ties, transit and future joint steps.
At least 10 people have died and several others were wounded after an Israeli airstrike on a neighbourhood outside a school sheltering displaced Palestinians on Monday (7 April), according to health officials.
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