AnewZ Morning Brief - 3 November, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 3 November, covering the latest developments you need to know.

1. Trump says Maduro’s 'days are numbered' amid rising tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not believe the United States is going to war with Venezuela but suggested President Nicolás Maduro’s time in power may be nearing its end.

In a CBS interview, Trump accused Venezuela of “treating the U.S. badly,” citing drug smuggling and the release of convicts into America. The Pentagon has deployed the USS Gerald R. Ford to the Caribbean and conducted multiple anti-narcotics strikes in the region.

2. Deadly 6.3-magnitude quake hits northern Afghanistan

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Mazar-e Sharif, killing at least 10 people and injuring about 260, with authorities warning the toll could rise.

Rescue teams were deployed to Balkh and Samangan provinces after reports of widespread damage, including to Mazar’s historic Blue Mosque. The U.S. Geological Survey issued an orange alert, signalling a likely national-scale disaster response.

3. Pakistan to deploy first Chinese-built submarine next year

Pakistan’s navy expects its first Hangor-class submarine, designed by China, to enter active service in 2026, marking a major step in Islamabad’s maritime modernisation.

Naval chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf said the eight-vessel programme with Beijing is progressing on schedule, with later boats to be built in Pakistan. He described the project as a “strategic partnership” deepening regional defence cooperation.

4. Nigeria welcomes U.S. help against insurgents if sovereignty respected

Nigeria said it would accept U.S. assistance in fighting Islamist groups as long as its territorial integrity is upheld, responding to Trump’s threats of military action over alleged Christian persecution.

Presidential adviser Daniel Bwala said Abuja “does not discriminate against any tribe or religion,” urging calm after Trump’s remarks. Analysts said claims of anti-Christian genocide in Nigeria are exaggerated and not supported by data.

5. Nearly 1,000 flee violence in Sudan’s North Darfur in one day

The International Organization for Migration reported that almost 1,000 civilians fled Mizbat village in North Darfur on Friday due to escalating violence.

The displacement follows the Rapid Support Forces’ capture of Al-Fashir, where rights groups accused the RSF of committing massacres. The ongoing conflict between the RSF and the army has killed around 20,000 people and displaced more than 15 million.

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