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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin departed New Delhi on Friday after a two-day state visit, during which he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agr...
Tom Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria, expressed confidence on Friday that unresolved issues between Washington and Ank...
A gas explosion at a karaoke restaurant in the Andean town of Huancane left 10 people dead, including eight students, and seriously injured three othe...
Europe is entering a period of long-term population decline just as right-wing parties push to restrict migration. A widening gap now separates Europe...
French naval forces opened fire on a swarm of unidentified drones that flew over one of the country’s most sensitive military installations, the Îl...
Russian President Vladimir Putin departed New Delhi on Friday after a two-day state visit, during which he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to deepen trade and defence cooperation, while Russia offered uninterrupted fuel supplies to India.
Tom Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria, expressed confidence on Friday that unresolved issues between Washington and Ankara could be resolved within four to six months, describing the relationship as strong and stable.
A gas explosion at a karaoke restaurant in the Andean town of Huancane left 10 people dead, including eight students, and seriously injured three others, local authorities said Friday, December 5.
Europe is entering a period of long-term population decline just as right-wing parties push to restrict migration. A widening gap now separates Europe’s demographic needs from its political choices.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw took place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., with world leaders, sports stars, and FIFA officials on hand to finalise matchups for next summer’s expanded 48-team tournament.
Faced with mounting public outrage following one of the deadliest environmental disasters in the nation’s recent history, the Indonesian government has pledged to investigate and potentially shut down mining operations found to have contributed to the catastrophic flooding on Sumatra.
Israel was cleared on Thursday to participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, a decision made by the organisers, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which sparked a major controversy.
Britain’s King Charles III welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday, marking the beginning of his three-day state visit to the United Kingdom. The visit, the first by a German President to the UK in 27 years, comes as the two countries continue to strengthen ties post-Brexit.
French President Emmanuel Macron urged Chinese leader Xi Jinping to cooperate more closely on geopolitics, trade and the environment, as the European Union seeks China's help to end the war in Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin departed New Delhi on Friday after a two-day state visit, during which he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to deepen trade and defence cooperation, while Russia offered uninterrupted fuel supplies to India.
Tom Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria, expressed confidence on Friday that unresolved issues between Washington and Ankara could be resolved within four to six months, describing the relationship as strong and stable.
A gas explosion at a karaoke restaurant in the Andean town of Huancane left 10 people dead, including eight students, and seriously injured three others, local authorities said Friday, December 5.
Europe is entering a period of long-term population decline just as right-wing parties push to restrict migration. A widening gap now separates Europe’s demographic needs from its political choices.
French naval forces opened fire on a swarm of unidentified drones that flew over one of the country’s most sensitive military installations, the Île Longue submarine base in western Brittany, officials confirmed on Friday.
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