Trump targets China trade deal as he arrives in Tokyo on Asia tour
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he hoped to secure a trade deal with China to add to a series of agreements reached during his ongoing...
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 27 October, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Argentina’s Milei celebrates landslide win in midterm elections
President Javier Milei’s party scored a decisive victory in Argentina’s legislative elections, strengthening his mandate to push ahead with sweeping economic reforms. The result is expected to boost markets and give Milei greater leverage to advance his austerity and deregulation agenda.
2. Melissa a Category 4 hurricane as Caribbean braces for impact
Hurricane Melissa has intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm, threatening Jamaica and Cuba with catastrophic flooding and landslides. Authorities in Jamaica have ordered mass evacuations as the hurricane approaches, warning that no community in Kingston is safe from severe flooding.
3. Trump heads to Tokyo for trade, security talks before Xi summit
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Tokyo on Monday for talks with Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, aiming to deepen trade and defence cooperation. The visit marks Trump’s longest overseas trip since taking office, following major deals in Southeast Asia and a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia.
4. Russia says it downed 193 Ukrainian drones, including 34 targeting Moscow
Russian air defences shot down 34 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow overnight, prompting the temporary closure of two major airports. Authorities reported no casualties or damage, while Kyiv offered no immediate comment on the attacks.
5. China keen on stable Australia ties despite tensions
China has called for a more stable and strategic partnership with Australia despite recent military tensions in the South China Sea. Both sides emphasised the importance of maintaining dialogue and strengthening economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
At least 69 people have died and almost 150 injured following a powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Cebu City in the central Visayas region of the Philippines, officials said, making it one of the country’s deadliest disasters this year.
A tsunami threat was issued in Chile after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the Drake Passage on Friday. The epicenter was located 135 miles south of Puerto Williams on the north coast of Navarino Island.
The war in Ukraine has reached a strategic impasse, and it seems that the conflict will not be solved by military means. This creates a path toward one of two alternatives: either a “frozen” phase that can last indefinitely or a quest for a durable political regulation.
A shooting in Nice, southeastern France, left two people dead and five injured on Friday, authorities said.
Snapchat will start charging users who store more than 5GB of photos and videos in its Memories feature, prompting backlash from long-time users.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he hoped to secure a trade deal with China to add to a series of agreements reached during his ongoing visit to Asia, as he arrived in Tokyo to a royal welcome.
China on Monday sought to keep ties with Australia on an even keel despite tensions over military encounters in the South China Sea this year and broader rivalry in the Asia-Pacific region.
A U.S. Navy fighter jet and helicopter crashed in two separate incidents over the South China Sea, the U.S. Pacific Fleet confirmed, adding that all crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition.
Russian air defence systems destroyed 193 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 34 that targeted Moscow and 47 over the Bryansk region where one person was killed and five others were injured, Russian authorities said on Monday.
Residents of the historic coastal town of Port Royal worked to secure boats and homes on Sunday, 26 October as Hurricane Melissa churned toward Jamaica, bringing fears of flooding and powerful storm surge.
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