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.
The UN's International Maritime Organization has paused escort operations through the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was reportedly attacked near...
The United Nations' top human rights official has called for independent investigations into deaths in U.S. immigration detention facilities, citing a...
Tens of thousands of people are still unaccounted for after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. At least 589 people have been confirmed dead a...
An aircraft roughly the size of a car crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper on Friday evening, triggering a major emergency response and a heavy p...
Montenegrin police, working alongside the United States' Federal Bureau of Investigation, have arrested an Iranian national accused of carrying out a ...
The UN's International Maritime Organization has paused escort operations through the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was reportedly attacked near Oman, with two U.S. officials accusing Iran of the attack.
The United Nations' top human rights official has called for independent investigations into deaths in U.S. immigration detention facilities, citing a rise in fatalities among people held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Tens of thousands of people are still unaccounted for after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. At least 589 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds are believed to be trapped under rubble, as emergency crews and international rescue teams race to respond.
An aircraft roughly the size of a car crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper on Friday evening, triggering a major emergency response and a heavy police presence as authorities sealed off the area and gave no immediate explanation for the incident.
An earthquake of magnitude 6.9 struck Japan's northeast coast on Thursday, but no tsunami warning was issued, no injuries were immediately reported and no irregularities were found at nuclear facilities, the authorities said.
As Western Europe battles a deadly heatwave that has shattered temperature records, disrupted transport and power supplies, and forced the closure of schools and cultural landmarks, attention is turning to whether El Niño is playing a role in the extreme conditions.
The U.S. Senate rejected a resolution on Wednesday that would have directed President Donald Trump to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress formally authorised military action.
The Kremlin has denied a Wall Street Journal report claiming Moscow is pressuring Belarus to support an expanded Russian military campaign in Ukraine.
Tens of thousands of people are still unaccounted for after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. At least 589 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds are believed to be trapped under rubble, as emergency crews and international rescue teams race to respond.
The United Nations' top human rights official has called for independent investigations into deaths in U.S. immigration detention facilities, citing a rise in fatalities among people held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
An aircraft roughly the size of a car crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper on Friday evening, triggering a major emergency response and a heavy police presence as authorities sealed off the area and gave no immediate explanation for the incident.
Montenegrin police, working alongside the United States' Federal Bureau of Investigation, have arrested an Iranian national accused of carrying out a series of cyberattacks that allegedly caused an estimated $3.4 billion in damage to U.S. infrastructure.
South Korea is set to dramatically expand its unmanned warfare capabilities, with plans to integrate drones across all branches of its military as tensions with North Korea continue to shape the country's defence strategy.
Fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have begun to recover following an interim U.S.–Iran agreement aimed at stabilising the waterway after months of disruption during conflict, industry data shows.
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