Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 4th of July, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. No progress at all, Trump says after phone call with Putin
President Donald Trump said his recent call with Russian President Vladimir Putin brought no progress on ending the war in Ukraine, while the Kremlin reiterated its focus on addressing the conflict’s "root causes." The two did not discuss the U.S. weapons shipment pause, which has raised concern in Kyiv as Russia intensifies attacks.
Meanwhile, Ukraine warned that delays in military aid, especially Patriot systems, could weaken its defences amid growing pressure for direct peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv.
2. Knife attack on German train: four injured, suspect detained
A knife attack on a high-speed train travelling from Hamburg to Vienna injured four passengers on Thursday near Regensburg, German police said. The suspect was quickly detained, and the train, carrying about 500 people, made an emergency stop as authorities launched an investigation at the scene.
3. Hamas seeks ceasefire guarantees as scores more are killed in Gaza
Hamas is seeking firm guarantees that a U.S.-backed ceasefire plan will lead to a permanent end to the Gaza conflict, as Israeli strikes continued to kill dozens across the territory. While Israel appears ready to move forward with a 60-day ceasefire and hostage exchange, key details are still under negotiation. Meanwhile, heavy bombardments and civilian casualties persist on the ground, despite international efforts to secure peace.
4. Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv, injures 14 and causes widespread damage
Russia carried out an eight-hour overnight drone attack on Kyiv, injuring 14 people, damaging infrastructure, and sparking fires across multiple districts, Ukrainian officials reported. The assault comes amid a surge in Russian strikes and growing concerns in Kyiv over the recent U.S. pause in weapons deliveries.
5. Khankendi to host 17th ECO summit
Azerbaijan’s hosting of the 17th ECO Summit in Khankendi underscores its expanding role within the organisation and highlights the city's rising geopolitical and diplomatic importance. The event marks a symbolic revival of Khankendi, drawing global attention to the region while advancing Azerbaijan’s regional and international economic integration.
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Schools across Pakistan are being forced to close for a fortnight from next week with government departments down to a four-day week, accordin...
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their nati...
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U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leader...
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their national anthem at an Asia Cup match.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 10th of March, covering the latest developments you need to know.
U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leaders spoke on Monday about the situation in Iran and other international issues.
Welcome to our live coverage as the conflict involving Iran enters its 11th day. Tensions in the region remain high as the United States and Iran exchange increasingly sharp warnings over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil supplies.
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is a hardline cleric with strong backing from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. His rise signals continuity in Tehran's anti-Western policies.
Global oil prices surpassed $119 a barrel on Monday (9 March, 2026), an almost four year high, as the Middle East conflict rumbled on.
China has urged Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their dispute through dialogue after Chinese envoy Yue Xiaoyong met Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, as fighting between the two neighbours entered its eleventh day.
Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as supreme leader on Monday (9 March), signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge, as the week-old U.S.-Israeli war with Iran pushed oil above $100 a barrel.
Entry and exit across the state border between Azerbaijan and Iran for all types of cargo vehicles, including those in transit, will resume on 9 March, according to a statement by the Cabinet of Ministers of Azerbaijan.
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their national anthem at an Asia Cup match.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 10th of March, covering the latest developments you need to know.
U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leaders spoke on Monday about the situation in Iran and other international issues.
Welcome to our live coverage as the conflict involving Iran enters its 11th day. Tensions in the region remain high as the United States and Iran exchange increasingly sharp warnings over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil supplies.
U.S. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke by phone on Sunday as tensions between Washington and Westminster deepened over the conflict involving Iran. The call came less than a day after Trump criticised Britain’s response to U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.
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