Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 12 October, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Three Qatari officials killed in car crash near Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh
Three employees of Qatar’s Amiri Diwan, the country’s top government body, died in a car crash near Egypt’s Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh. The Qatari embassy said two others were injured and are being treated at a local hospital.
The crash occurred days after indirect talks in Sharm el-Sheikh involving Qatar, Türkiye, and Egypt that helped broker the first phase of the U.S. peace plan for Gaza.
2. Iran says it is open to 'fair, balanced' U.S. nuclear proposal
Iran said it would consider a “reasonable, balanced, and fair” proposal from the U.S. on nuclear negotiations, though no formal offer has been made.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasised that Tehran will not give up its right to enrich uranium but is ready for confidence-building steps if sanctions are eased. He added that Tehran and Washington have been exchanging messages through mediators.
3. Afghanistan and Pakistan trade heavy fire during rising border tensions
Intense clashes erupted along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border as both armies exchanged heavy artillery fire and shelling since Saturday evening. The escalation followed accusations from Afghanistan’s Taliban administration that Pakistani forces violated Kabul’s airspace and bombed a market in Paktika province.
Islamabad has not confirmed or denied the strikes but said it will act to protect its citizens.
4. Trump announces new tariffs and software export controls on China
U.S. President Donald Trump said that the United States would impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods and restrict the export of “critical software” following China’s announcement of new rare earth export controls.
Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social that, starting 1 November, the U.S. would apply a 100% tariff on China in addition to existing duties.
5. Azerbaijani, Turkish FMs discuss situation in Middle East
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov held a phone call with Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on 11 October.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the ministers discussed the situation in the Middle East and issues arising from the Gaza agreement. Türkiye’s successful mediation efforts in the agreement were particularly appreciated.
Overnight U.S. strikes caused blackouts in southwestern Iran and hit the northwestern city of Tabriz for the first time. Separately, a U.S. soldier di...
Iran said it has received overtures from regional mediators aimed at de-escalating the ongoing military standoff between Tehran and Washington....
Music icons Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Burna Boy performed during the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, bringing a Super Bowl-style spectacle to foot...
Overnight U.S. strikes caused blackouts in southwestern Iran and hit the northwestern city of Tabriz for the first time. Separately, a U.S. soldier died in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of an unexploded Iranian drone.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 20th July, covering the latest developments you need to know.
The United States launched fresh strikes against Iran after two U.S. service members were killed in Jordan. U.S. President Donald Trump paid tribute to the fallen troops as Iran warned of further escalation.
At least two Palestinians were killed and others injured early Sunday in Israeli artillery and airstrikes in the Gaza Strip amid ongoing violations of a ceasefire.
Lionel Messi's Argentina face Spain in World Cup final with history on the line. Spain and Argentina meet on Sunday in the 2026 World Cup final, bringing together the reigning champions of Europe and South America.
At least six people were killed and 21 others injured after two earthquakes struck Peru's central Junín region, destroying dozens of homes and triggering a major emergency response.
The United States launched fresh strikes against Iran after two U.S. service members were killed in Jordan. U.S. President Donald Trump paid tribute to the fallen troops as Iran warned of further escalation.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will make his first trip to the White House this week to present a plan to U.S. President Donald Trump on how to disarm Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah and secure Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has criticised U.S. President Donald Trump's comments blaming Canada for wildfire smoke affecting parts of the United States. He called Trump's remarks "absolutely unacceptable" as crews battle hundreds of forest fires across the province.
Music icons Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Burna Boy performed during the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, bringing a Super Bowl-style spectacle to football's biggest stage. More than 80,000 fans at MetLife Stadium watched the landmark performance.
The Philippines and China traded accusations on Monday after their vessels clashed at the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. Manila said a Philippine sailor was injured, while Beijing claimed Philippine forces started the confrontation.
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement has announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, raising fears of further regional escalation and possible disruption to global energy supplies and key shipping routes.
Thailand plans to complete a 250-kilometre section of a high-speed railway linking the country with China by 2030, as Bangkok strengthens transport links and strategic ties with Beijing.
Azerbaijan has rejected suggestions it played any official role in reported private talks between former German politicians and Russian representatives in Baku, saying the meetings were organised independently.
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