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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has grown from a 1996 border security forum into a major Eurasian bloc, now representing nearly half the w...
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 15th July, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Trump: The Azerbaijan-Armenia issue is resolved and nearing a successful outcome
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington has successfully contributed to resolving the long-standing conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
“We resolved Azerbaijan and Armenia. It looks like it will have a good outcome,” Trump said during remarks to the press, signalling a possible breakthrough in regional diplomacy.
2. UN chief: Gaza ceasefire “Not Enough”, two-state solution essential
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and reiterated the urgent need for a two-state solution. He warned that continued devastation in Gaza undermines human dignity and violates international law.
3. Trump gives Russia 50-day ultimatum, backs Ukraine with arms
President Trump warned that the U.S. will impose 100% secondary tariffs on Russia if no Ukraine ceasefire deal is reached within 50 days. He confirmed new military aid for Ukraine via NATO, with costs covered by European allies, and announced imminent delivery of Patriot missile systems.
4. EU praises Armenia’s push for peace and regional stability
The European Union has commended Armenia for advancing regional stability through efforts to normalise ties with Türkiye and pursue a peace agreement with Azerbaijan. During a high-level meeting in Brussels, EU leaders pledged deeper cooperation, increased investment, and support for Armenia’s democratic reforms, regional integration, and security initiatives.
5. Texas flood death toll rises to 131 as more rain looms
The death toll from the Texas floods has risen to 131, with forecasters warning of more heavy rain in central Texas. Governor Abbott confirmed most fatalities occurred in Kerr County, where rescue efforts continue and concerns mount over emergency preparedness and early warning systems.
A powerful eruption at Japan’s Shinmoedake volcano sent an ash plume more than 3,000 metres high on Sunday morning, prompting safety warnings from authorities.
According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Oaxaca region of Mexico on Saturday.
The UK is gearing up for Exercise Pegasus 2025, its largest pandemic readiness test since COVID-19. Running from September to November, this full-scale simulation will challenge the country's response to a fast-moving respiratory outbreak.
A Polish Air Force pilot was killed on Thursday when an F-16 fighter jet crashed during a training flight ahead of the 2025 Radom International Air Show.
AnewZ has learned that India has once again blocked Azerbaijan’s application for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, while Pakistan’s recent decision to consider diplomatic relations with Armenia has been coordinated with Baku as part of Azerbaijan’s peace agenda.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has grown from a 1996 border security forum into a major Eurasian bloc, now representing nearly half the world’s population. Its 2025 summit in Tianjin highlighted both its expanding reach and its evolving role on the global stage.
Iran said it expects the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to condemn the move by the European troika of France, Germany and the UK which has called for the return of UN sanctions against Tehran’s civilian nuclear program.
The U.N. agency responsible for providing humanitarian aid and support for displaced people has announced cuts in its 2026 budget due to financial constraints.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that Moscow and Tehran are in regular contact on a broad range of international issues, including developments related to Iran’s nuclear programme.
The EU has accused Russia of jamming the GPS signal on an aircraft carrying the European commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday.
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