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.
France will finalise with other European Union countries a solution for providing financial support to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets, President ...
U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to end the war in Ukraine received support from the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany, who emphasized that...
Former President Jair Bolsonaro will begin a 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot against his successor, a decision made by Brazil's Supreme Court ...
The U.S.-imposed Thursday deadline on Ukraine’s peace plan is no longer Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, adding that “the de...
Galatasaray suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise in the fifth round of the UEFA Champions League....
U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to end the war in Ukraine received support from the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany, who emphasized that any solution must fully involve Ukraine, following their Coalition of the Willing meeting on Tuesday.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro will begin a 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot against his successor, a decision made by Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday, marking the culmination of years of political turmoil and legal battles.
The U.S.-imposed Thursday deadline on Ukraine’s peace plan is no longer Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, adding that “the deadline for me is when it’s over.”
Galatasaray suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise in the fifth round of the UEFA Champions League.
The Hayli Gubbi volcano in north-eastern Ethiopia erupted on Sunday for the first time in over 12,000 years, before halting on Monday, according to the Toulouse Volcanic Ash Advisory Center.
U.S. President Donald Trump has told his advisers that he plans to speak directly with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro according to Axios, as Washington designated him as the head of a terrorist organisation on Monday. A claim Maduro denies.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has once again expressed strong support for Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, condemning foreign interference and criticising U.S. actions in the region.
The United States is preparing to launch a new phase of Venezuela-related operations in the coming days, four U.S. officials told Reuters, as the Trump administration escalates pressure on President Nicolas Maduro.
Pakistan issued a strong rebuke after India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh suggested that Sindh, currently a province of Pakistan, could one day return to India. Singh framed the idea as part of a civilisational link, saying borders can change and past separations may not be permanent.
France will finalise with other European Union countries a solution for providing financial support to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday.
U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to end the war in Ukraine received support from the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany, who emphasized that any solution must fully involve Ukraine, following their Coalition of the Willing meeting on Tuesday.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro will begin a 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot against his successor, a decision made by Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday, marking the culmination of years of political turmoil and legal battles.
The U.S.-imposed Thursday deadline on Ukraine’s peace plan is no longer Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, adding that “the deadline for me is when it’s over.”
Galatasaray suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise in the fifth round of the UEFA Champions League.
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