AnewZ Morning Brief - 3 September, 2025

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Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 3rd of September, covering the latest developments you need to know.

1. Xi Jinping hosts China’s largest-ever parade

China staged its largest-ever military parade in Beijing, with President Xi Jinping projecting the country’s rising power alongside visiting leaders including Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. The display of advanced weaponry underscored China’s growing military capabilities while Xi called for global peace and resistance to hegemonism.

2. Trump to welcome Polish President to White House

U.S. President Donald Trump will host Polish President Karol Nawrocki at the White House on Wednesday, with talks expected to focus on Ukraine and regional energy security. The meeting underscores Trump’s backing of Poland’s conservative nationalist leader and his push for arms sales, defence cooperation, and the Three Seas Initiative.

3. Russia launches air attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's military says

Ukraine’s air defence systems were activated in Kyiv on Wednesday as Russian forces launched a fresh air assault on the capital. Authorities issued nationwide alerts and urged residents to remain in shelters until the all-clear was given.

4. President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady arrive for WWII anniversary events in Beijing

President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attended the 80th Victory anniversary parade in Beijing, welcomed by Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan. Their presence highlights deepening Azerbaijan-China ties and shared respect for history.

5. Macron faces political challenge as Bayrou’s government at risk

French opposition parties will force a confidence vote on 8 September that could topple Prime Minister Francois Bayrou’s government and deepen pressure on President Emmanuel Macron. If Bayrou loses, Macron may face snap elections or heightened calls for his removal, as political turmoil rattles French markets.

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