Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 4th of September, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Lisbon funicular crash kills at least 15, injures 18
A popular funicular railway car in Lisbon, the Gloria, derailed on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18 others. The crash, which left the tram "practically destroyed," prompted a major emergency response and has left the city in mourning.
2. Trump says he plans to hold talks on Ukraine in coming days
U.S. President Donald Trump said he plans to hold fresh talks on the Ukraine conflict in the coming days, following an unproductive August summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He admitted he underestimated the difficulty of achieving peace, noting he had expected the conflict to be resolved more easily.
3. North Korea's Kim reaffirms full support for Russia, KCNA says
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed that his country will continue to "fully support" Russia and its military, citing a "fraternal duty" under its treaty with Moscow. He and Russian President Vladimir Putin also discussed long-term partnership plans and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
4. Wildfires blaze across California Gold Country, ravage historic town
Lightning-sparked wildfires have ravaged parts of Northern California, scorching over 13,000 acres and destroying several homes in the historic town of Chinese Camp. Evacuation orders remain in place as more than 600 firefighters work to contain the blazes.
5. Russia rejects accusations over EU plane jamming as fake
Russia denies claims of jamming Ursula von der Leyen's airplane, calling the allegations fake and paranoid, according to spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. The EU had suspected Russian interference after the GPS system was disrupted during her flight to Bulgaria.
Iran said on Monday (3 August) it is not negotiating with the U.S. over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying current talks with Oman are focused sol...
The Pacific island nation formerly known internationally as Nauru has officially adopted the name Republic of Naoero, restoring the traditional name u...
Georgia has unveiled a new funding model for public universities, highlighting the different ways higher education is financed across the South Caucas...
A tourist aircraft crashed near Peru's UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines on Saturday (1 August), killing all 13 people on board, authorities said.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has said Tehran is not currently involved in direct talks with Washington about reopening the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were to begin on Monday.
U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Saturday he would hold off on a fresh attack on Iran as long as a deal could be reached quickly to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a major wildfire in Greece on Sunday, killing two crew members as emergency services continued efforts to contain fires fuelled by extreme heat and dry conditions across Europe.
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said wildfires that swept across France were now under control. Authorities warned that risks remained as Greece and Spain continued battling active blazes across parts of Europe.
The Pacific island nation formerly known internationally as Nauru has officially adopted the name Republic of Naoero, restoring the traditional name used by its people in a move to reaffirm the country's cultural identity and heritage.
France’s worst wildfire season since 1949 is stretching emergency services, raising questions about the country’s preparedness and increasing political pressure ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Police have arrested six people on suspicion of arson as prosecutors investigate dozens of wildfires that have broken out across Türkiye in recent days.
Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant may continue operating at reduced capacity until Tuesday, temporarily easing pressure on the country’s electricity grid during an intense heatwave.
Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with a representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday, after years of questions over the health and well-being of the 81-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner.
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