AnewZ Morning Brief - 26 October, 2025

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Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 26 October, covering the latest developments you need to know.

1. Trump headlines ASEAN summit as Thailand, Cambodia reach ceasefire

The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an expanded ceasefire deal under the watch of U.S. President Donald Trump, marking a major step toward ending months of border hostilities. During the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, Trump also announced plans for new critical minerals and trade deals with Thailand and Malaysia, while talks continued to ease tensions in the U.S.-China trade dispute.

2. Russian attack on Kyiv kills three, injures 29, including 6 children, Ukraine says

Three people were killed and 29 injured, including six children, after a Russian overnight air attack on Kyiv destroyed two residential high-rises, Ukrainian officials said. Debris from intercepted missiles ignited a major fire in the Desnianskyi district, with rescuers saving 13 people from the upper floors.

3. U.S.-China talks near deal for Trump-Xi review, says trade envoy

U.S.-China talks in Kuala Lumpur are nearing a breakthrough, with trade envoy Jamieson Greer saying they’re paving the way for a "productive meeting" between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to review a potential deal.

4. Trump warns Hamas to return deceased hostages within 48 hours

U.S. President Donald Trump has given Hamas a 48-hour ultimatum to return the bodies of deceased hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure to do so will impact future negotiations. The move comes amid renewed regional pressure on Hamas as Israel allows Egyptian teams into Gaza to assist in recovery efforts.

5. Jamaica braces as rapidly intensifying Hurricane Melissa creeps toward island

Hurricane Melissa is rapidly strengthening toward Category 4, with catastrophic floods and storm surges expected in Jamaica and southern Hispaniola. Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness urged residents to prepare as the storm is set to hit the island on Tuesday.

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