Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 27th of August, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Russian forces capture two villages in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region
Russian troops have taken control of the villages of Zaporizke and Novoheorhiivka in southeastern Dnipropetrovsk, according to open-source researchers monitoring the battlefield. Moscow’s defence ministry confirmed the captures.
Fighting continues in at least two other villages in the region.
2. Trump warns of economic sanctions if Putin refuses Ukraine ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is ready to impose economic sanctions on Russia if President Vladimir Putin does not agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine. Emphasising that any action would target the economy rather than lead to war, Trump continues to push for direct talks between Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy while exploring economic leverage to pressure both sides.
3. Children among 57 killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza
At least 57 Palestinians, including children, were killed and many others injured in Israeli airstrikes on homes and tents sheltering displaced families in the Gaza Strip.
In Gaza City's Sabra neighbourhood, fighter jets struck a family home, killing seven and injuring several others. Drone strikes in the same area also targeted gatherings of civilians, leaving three dead and multiple injured.
4. Deadly landslide kills at least 30 on Hindu pilgrimage route
Heavy rains triggered a landslide on a major Hindu pilgrimage route in Jammu, killing at least 30 people and disrupting communication across the region.
Authorities warned residents to stay indoors as flooding continues, schools and colleges closed, and telecom services are being restored.
More rain is forecast for Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh in the coming days.
5. Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits Caucasus region
An earthquake struck near Makhachkala in Russia’s Dagestan region on Wednesday, with tremors felt across the Caucasus, including Azerbaijan.
The area sits on a tectonic collision zone, making it vulnerable to occasional seismic activity affecting both countries.
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Pope Leo urged the global community to push for a permanent ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war on Wednesday, calling for the release of hostages and sa...
The political landscape in Georgia is heating up ahead of a major rally announced by eight opposition parties for 13 September....
South Korea’s parliament passed a bill on Wednesday prohibiting the use of mobile phones and other digital devices in school classrooms nationwide....
According to AZERTAC, the visit was carried out with the support of NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division....
U.S. President Donald Trump says he will decide within two weeks whether to impose sanctions or tariffs on Russia, as he monitors progress toward ending the war in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia on Friday of obstructing plans for a summit with Vladimir Putin, while security guarantees for Ukraine remain under discussion with NATO allies.
A Russian artillery strike on Kostiantynivka has left at least three civilians dead and several others injured, as Moscow’s forces intensify efforts to encircle the key Donbas city.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is prepared to make a deal, suggesting that the threat of sanctions helped push Moscow toward seeking direct talks.
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.
Kuwait says oil prices will likely stay below $72 per barrel as OPEC monitors global supply trends and U.S. policy signals. The remarks come during market uncertainty fueled by new U.S. tariffs on India and possible sanctions on Russia.
Ukrainian officials reported that Russian forces carried out extensive overnight drone strikes on energy and gas transport infrastructure across six regions, causing significant damage in Poltava and Sumy.
Pope Leo urged the global community to push for a permanent ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war on Wednesday, calling for the release of hostages and safe delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The political landscape in Georgia is heating up ahead of a major rally announced by eight opposition parties for 13 September.
South Korea’s parliament passed a bill on Wednesday prohibiting the use of mobile phones and other digital devices in school classrooms nationwide.
On 26 August 2025, King Abdullah II of Jordan began a landmark tour of Central Asia. From 25 to 26 August he paid a state visit to Uzbekistan, where he held talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, before travelling to Kazakhstan on 26 August for meetings with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
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