19:29

Putin China Visit

Putin’s China visit set to focus on trade, global issues and strategic ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to China is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties, particularly through expanded trade and economic cooperation.

17:34

View from Iran

Iran and Pakistan review ties amid fragile Iran-U.S. ceasefire

Iran and Pakistan reviewed bilateral ties and the latest developments in the stalled Iran-U.S. peace negotiations mediated by Islamabad, as Tehran and Washington continue to refuse tangible concessions amid a fragile ceasefire and escalating verbal threats.

16:19

Israeli strikes

Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say

Israeli military strikes across Gaza killed at least eight Palestinians on Sunday, according to local health officials, as the Israel Defense Forces intensified operations targeting Hamas commanders and infrastructure across the enclave.

16:02

WUF13

WUF13 opening ceremony held in Baku as global forum advances sustainable urban development

The World Urban Forum (WUF13) continues in Baku, Azerbaijan on 18 May, addressing the global housing crisis. The day’s agenda includes the official opening press conference, the WUF13 Urban Expo opening and a ministerial dialogue on the Nairobi Declaration to advance Africa's urban agenda.

15:18

China earthquake

Rescue efforts continue in China's Guangxi region after 5.2 magnitude earthquake

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck China’s Guangxi region early on Monday, killing two people and forcing more than 7,000 residents in Liuzhou to evacuate as rescue efforts continued.

14:43

Russia-Ukraine

Russia launches overnight strikes across Ukraine, killing one and injuring more than 30

Russia carried out overnight drone strikes, air raids and shelling across Ukraine, hitting cities including Odesa and Dnipro, killing one person and injuring more than 30, according to Ukrainian officials on Monday (18 May).

10:51

North Korea

North Korea's Kim wants an 'impregnable fortress' at border with South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said plans to strengthen frontline units on the border with South Korea, as well as other major units, were key to "more thoroughly deterring war," state media KCNA reported on Monday.

10:50

Rare earths

White House gets small rare earth win, but China's export regime is here to stay

China will address U.S. concerns about rare earth shortages, the White House said on Sunday in a recap of agreements struck at last week's leaders summit that fell short of calling for the removal of restrictions that have disrupted U.S. aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing.

10:44

Trade

Samsung Electronics and union hold last-ditch talks to avert strike action threatening global supply chains

Samsung Electronics and its labour union commenced high-stakes talks on Monday (18 May) in a last-ditch bid to avert what would be the biggest strike in the tech giant's history. 

09:51

Morning Brief

AnewZ Morning Brief – 18 May 2026

Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 18th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.

08:42

Virus Outbreak

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), warning that the situation poses a significant risk of cross-border spread in Central Africa.

19:23

Russia Business

Internet restrictions in Russia hurt small businesses

Small businesses across Russia are increasingly feeling the impact of tighter internet restrictions, including limits on the messaging app Telegram, stricter controls on virtual private networks, and repeated mobile internet outages.

18:24

Taiwan China Relations

Taiwan leader warns sovereignty will not be compromised after Trump‑Xi talks

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has reaffirmed the island’s commitment to sovereignty and regional stability following the recent meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

12:00

Russia-Ukraine

Russia says Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow leaves four dead

At least four people have been killed in a major Ukrainian drone attack on Russian territory, including the Moscow region, which authorities say faced its largest aerial assault in more than a year.

09:15

View from China

Chinese family uses AI to hide son's death from elderly mother

Every day, an elderly woman in China’s Shandong province looks forward to a video call from her son. He asks about her health, tells her he has been busy with work, and promises he will come home once he has saved enough money. She tells him she misses him. He tells her to take care of herself.

23:55

Modena Incident

Car rams into pedestrians in Italian city of Modena, injuring at least eight

At least eight people were injured after a driver rammed a car into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, authorities said on Saturday. Four of the victims were reported to be in serious condition.