07:00
Middle East Conflict

live U.S. launches 'defensive' strikes against Iran as peace talks continue

The U.S. military has said it carried out defensive strikes in southern Iran after boats were seen laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said peace talks could drag out for several more days while the language of a deal is finalised. 

01:22
Middle East Conflict

Netanyahu says Israel has limited influence over Trump talks with Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told confidants that Israel has limited ability to influence U.S. President Donald Trump’s decisions on Iran, as Washington negotiates a deal aimed at ending the three-month-old war, according to two Israeli officials.

10:16
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 25 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 25th May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

10:33
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 23 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 23rd May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

09:41
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 22 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 22nd May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

07:52
Middle East conflict

Iran orders enriched uranium to stay in country amid U.S. talks

Iran’s Supreme Leader has issued a directive that the country’s near-weapons-grade enriched uranium must not be sent abroad, according to two senior Iranian sources, marking a firm tightening of Tehran’s position in ongoing negotiations with the United States.

12:45
Car Market

EV demand surges across Europe as fuel prices spike amid Iran conflict

Demand for electric vehicles has surged across Europe as elevated fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict push consumers toward new and second-hand EVs, according to data shared with Reuters. It is providing a boost to an auto industry that has struggled with slower-than-expected adoption.

12:19
Middle East conflict

Tankers exit Hormuz as Trump, Vance talk up Iran deal prospects

Two Chinese tankers laden with oil exited the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, shipping data showed, brightening hopes that the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran may soon be resolved after positive comments from the U.S. President and his Deputy.

09:39
Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 20 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 20th May, covering the latest developments you need to know.  

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