14:51

Middle East Conflict

live Islamabad peace talks begin today as disputes persist over ceasefire terms and the Strait of Hormuz - Friday 10 April

Pakistan‑brokered talks between the U.S., Israel and Iran get underway today as disagreements continue over the two‑week ceasefire, including Israel‑Hezbollah conflict and Iran’s handling of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump warned the terms were being misapplied.

13:22

Cuba Russia Relations

Russia vows it will never abandon Cuba amid escalating U.S. pressure and energy crisis

In a forceful rebuke to Washington’s foreign policy in the Americas, a senior Russian diplomat has declared that Moscow will never abandon Cuba, pledging ongoing support to help the Communist-run island overcome a severe energy crisis linked to the United States embargo.

13:09

Middle East conflict

Fragile hopes as Islamabad hosts U.S.-Iran talks amid rising regional tensions

As Islamabad prepares to host crucial talks between the U.S. and Iran this Sunday, hopes for a sustained peace remain fragile, with fresh Israeli strikes in Lebanon casting doubt over already delicate negotiations.

11:58

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.

11:41

Explainer

Fragile ceasefire strains U.S., Iran and Israel talks in Pakistan

The U.S. and Iran are meeting in Pakistan under a fragile ceasefire but remain deeply divided over Tehran’s nuclear programme, sanctions and regional security. With fighting in Lebanon escalating, the talks face mounting pressure.

11:37

View from China

French fashion brand Maison Margiela bets on China with global debut in Shanghai

A French fashion label is placing China at the heart of its global ambitions, choosing Shanghai for its worldwide debut in a move that shows growing confidence in the country’s consumer market and cultural influence.

10:18

Diplomacy

China's Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader in rare talks, urges closer ties but rejects independence

Chinese President Xi Jinping has told Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun that “people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are Chinese” and that the future of cross-strait ties should be decided by “the Chinese people themselves”.

10:05

Japan Oil

Japan taps emergency oil reserves as Strait of Hormuz crisis disrupts global supply

The Japanese government has authorised an emergency release of crude stockpiles as it moves to shield its export-driven economy from disruption in the Persian Gulf.

10:00

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief - 10 April, 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 10 April, covering the latest developments you need to know.

09:48

U.S. politics

Republicans block Democrat's move to curb Trump’s Iran war powers

U.S. President Donald Trump’s fellow Republicans in the House of Representatives have blocked an attempt led by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to restrict presidential war powers over military action involving Iran.

08:31

Middle East conflict

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons

Donald Trump has warned that countries providing military weapons to Iran could face sweeping new tariffs, in a move that risks escalating economic tensions despite a recent ceasefire.

08:16

Russia-Ukraine war

Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire as Russia and Ukraine exchange bodies of fallen soldiers

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday an Easter ceasefire with Ukraine lasting 32-hours and said that Kyiv has agreed to abide by the measure. The ceasefire is expected to begin at 16:00 (13:00 GMT) on Saturday 11 April and last until midnight Sunday 12 April, the Kremlin said.

07:49

Epstein files

First Lady Melania Trump rejects Epstein claims and calls for end to ‘lies’

First Lady Melania Trump has publicly denied any connection to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, dismissing speculation about their relationship and urging an end to what she described as “lies”.

07:47

Middle East conflict

U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed

A fragile two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran showed further strain on Friday, a day before they are to negotiate in Pakistan, as Washington accused Tehran of breaching promises on the Strait of Hormuz and Israel struck Lebanon with attacks that Iran has claimed violate the ceasefire.

07:20

Space

NASA's Artemis II crew set for Pacific splashdown near San Diego after landmark Moon mission

The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission are preparing to return to Earth after completing a groundbreaking journey around the Moon, with a Pacific Ocean splashdown expected off the coast of San Diego at around 01:00 BST (12:00 GMT).

00:00

Middle East conflict

Netanyahu instructs cabinet to start peace talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible' - Thursday 9 April

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has given an instruction for Israel to begin peace talks with Lebanon that would also include the disarming of Hezbollah.

18:00

Middle East conflict

In Pictures: Tehran marks 40 days since killing of Iran's former supreme leader

Memorial events were held in Tehran’s main squares on Wednesday (8 April) to mark the 40th day since the killing of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died during U.S.-Israeli attacks on 28 February.

15:43

The Sudan war

Sudan’s Forgotten War: The world’s largest and most severe hunger and displacement crisis

More than a million Sudanese refugees now face drastic cuts to life-saving aid, including food and water, after major funding shortfalls have left humanitarian agencies struggling to cope.

14:48

Middle East Conflict

Meloni warns Hormuz shipping curbs threaten global trade

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday (9 April) that restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is a vital interest for both Italy and the European Union, pledging coordination with international partners to ensure safe passage.

13:43

Lunar Trip

Artemis II crew describe emotional strain ahead of high-risk ‘fireball’ re-entry

Astronauts aboard Artemis II have described the emotional toll of their historic journey as they prepare for a high-risk “fireball” re-entry. The crew is set to splash down off California on Friday (10 April) after travelling farther than any humans in history.

13:13

View from Iran

Iran decries ceasefire breaches, urges U.S. to abide by commitments

Iranian officials have criticised ceasefire violations by Isreal and U.S., citing Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon on Wednesday (8 April), an intrusion of a military drone, and a U.S. denial of Tehran’s right of nuclear enrichment, on the first day of the two-week ceasefire on Wednesday.

13:10

Immigration

At least four dead after migrant boat sinks in English Channel

At least four people died after a small dinghy carrying migrants to Britain sank in the English Channel, French authorities announced on Thursday.

10:40

North Korea

North Korea unveils cluster-bomb missile, electronic warfare capability

North Korea has tested a new cluster-bomb warhead mounted on a tactical ballistic missile, alongside advanced electromagnetic and infrastructure-targeting weapons, in a significant escalation of its military capabilities.

10:37

Ukraine-Russia war

Ukraine: Russian drones damage substation in Odesa region

A barrage of Russian drones targeted and damaged a critical power substation in Ukraine's southern Odesa region on Wednesday, Ukrainian officials confirmed.