Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 29 October, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Trump says talks with Xi will be 'great outcome for world' as he lands in South Korea
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in South Korea for the final leg of his Asia trip, aiming to ease trade tensions with China and meet South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. Talks with Beijing’s Xi Jinping could pave the way for a tariff truce and a new economic framework between the world’s two largest economies.
2. Jamaica's strongest-ever storm, Hurricane Melissa, turns to Cuba
Hurricane Melissa battered Jamaica with winds up to 185 mph, submerging towns and cutting power to more than half a million residents before moving toward Cuba. Officials called it Jamaica’s “storm of the century,” as forecasters warned of catastrophic flooding and long-lasting damage across the Caribbean.
3. Trump says Gaza ceasefire holds, Israel has right to hit back if attacked
President Donald Trump said the U.S.-backed ceasefire in Gaza was not at risk despite Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 26 people in retaliation for the death of an Israeli soldier. Both sides accuse each other of ceasefire violations, Israel says Hamas attacked forces inside the agreed deployment line, while Hamas denies responsibility and says it remains committed to the deal.
4. China says it 'absolutely will not' rule out use of force over Taiwan
China reaffirmed on Wednesday that it will “absolutely not” rule out the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control, despite emphasising its preference for peaceful reunification. Taiwan’s government rejected the remarks, saying Beijing’s “one country, two systems” model used in Hong Kong and Macau has no place or support on the island.
5. Ukraine targets Moscow with drones for third straight night
Russia said it destroyed 100 Ukrainian drones overnight, including several targeting Moscow and industrial sites in the south, marking the third consecutive night of such attacks. Kyiv says the strikes aim to hit military and industrial targets, demonstrating that the conflict is now reaching deep inside Russia.
The World Health Organisation’s designation of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) is ...
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) travelled to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday (30 May), urging communities to seek med...
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 31 May, covering the latest developments you need to know....
Donald Trump said he is “in no hurry” to reach a deal with Iran, insisting the U.S. is slowly getting what it wants. He warned military action rem...
Thousands of residents blocked Austria’s Brenner motorway on Saturday (30 May), shutting down a major north-south transport route through the Alps i...
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) travelled to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday (30 May), urging communities to seek medical care quickly and follow safe burial practices as authorities work to contain a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 31 May, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Donald Trump said he is “in no hurry” to reach a deal with Iran, insisting the U.S. is slowly getting what it wants. He warned military action remains an option if talks fail. Meanwhile, U.S. forces said they fired a missile at a vessel trying to breach Washington’s blockade of Iran.
Thousands of residents blocked Austria’s Brenner motorway on Saturday (30 May), shutting down a major north-south transport route through the Alps in protest against persistent congestion from heavy truck traffic and tourism.
A group of Azerbaijani civil society organisations has called for increased scrutiny of Swiss building materials giant Holcim, citing court rulings and ongoing investigations linked to its subsidiary Lafarge's activities during the Syrian conflict.
Iranian-made Yassin missiles were spotted mounted on Armenian Air Force fighter aircraft during Armenia's latest military parade on Thursday (28 May), drawing attention from defence observers and regional analysts.
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).
Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations, citing Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union. The move is seen as the latest sign of deteriorating relations between the longtime allies ahead of Armenia's parliamentary election on 7 June.
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) travelled to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday (30 May), urging communities to seek medical care quickly and follow safe burial practices as authorities work to contain a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 31 May, covering the latest developments you need to know.
The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Asian allies to increase military spending, warning of growing concern over China’s rapid military expansion and wider activities in the region.
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
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