Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 6th of July, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Israel is sending delegations to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that a delegation will head to Qatar for ceasefire talks, even though Israel rejected recent amendments proposed by Hamas. While Hamas described its response to the U.S.-mediated plan as "positive," Israel stated the requested changes are unacceptable. Netanyahu is also set to meet with President Trump in Washington on Sunday.
2. Elon Musk launches “America Party”
Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political party, the America Party, in opposition to President Donald Trump's tax bill, which Musk argues will bankrupt the country. Musk, who previously supported Trump, criticized the bill for increasing the deficit and vowed to challenge lawmakers who supported it. The move has sparked concerns among investors, with some questioning Musk's focus on Tesla and his political ambitions, while Trump has remained silent on the announcement.
3. Death toll rises to 43, including 15 children, in Texas flooding
The death toll from flash floods in Texas has reached at least 43, including 15 children, with dozens more still missing, including 27 campers at Camp Mystic. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has urged residents to shelter in place as emergency teams continue search and rescue operations amid severe weather. The disaster declaration has been expanded to include more counties, and federal assistance has been requested to aid the ongoing recovery efforts.
4. Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei makes first public appearance since war with Israel
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the recent conflict with Israel, attending Ashura commemorations in Tehran. His return to the central Ashura ceremony at Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah followed a few nights of absence from Muharram mourning events at his residence. Khamenei had previously delivered televised speeches during the conflict and addressed the nation after the ceasefire.
5. Armenia rejects use of its territory for foreign military action
Armenia's Foreign Ministry has reiterated that its territory cannot be used by any third country for military operations against neighbouring states. This statement came in response to media reports suggesting that Russia is expanding its military presence in Armenia, particularly in Gyumri, amidst heightened tensions with Azerbaijan. Armenia dismissed these claims as false, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining its sovereignty.
British MPs have rejected a proposal to introduce an Australia-style ban on social media for under-16s, opting ins...
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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...
British MPs have rejected a proposal to introduce an Australia-style ban on social media for under-16s, opting instead to give ministers flexible powers to impose restrictions on platforms.
Azerbaijan is evacuating nearly 200 people from the Middle East on a special charter flight departing from Oman.
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.
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.
British MPs have rejected a proposal to introduce an Australia-style ban on social media for under-16s, opting instead to give ministers flexible powers to impose restrictions on platforms.
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.
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