Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 11st of November, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. U.S. Senate passes bill to end government shutdown and sends it to House
The U.S. Senate approved a compromise on Monday to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. The 60-40 vote had support from nearly all Republicans and eight Democrats, who unsuccessfully tried to link funding to health subsidies.
The agreement sets up a December vote on health subsidies benefiting 24 million Americans but does not guarantee their continuation. The deal restores funding for federal agencies that had expired on 1 October.
2. U.S. and Syrian presidents had ‘constructive’ talks on Syria’s unity, reconstruction
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa held a “constructive” meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. The talks focused on Syria’s unity, reconstruction, and removing obstacles to its recovery, according to Syria’s foreign minister.
Trump said the U.S. will take all possible steps to aid Syria as it emerges from decades of Assad family rule. Al-Sharaa spent nearly two hours at the White House meeting with Trump and senior officials. This was the first visit by a Syrian leader to the White House since Syria gained independence nearly 80 years ago.
3. Delhi car blast being probed under anti-terrorism law
Indian police are investigating a deadly car blast in Delhi near the historic Red Fort, which killed at least eight people and injured 20 others.
The probe is being conducted under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and other criminal laws, with forensic teams examining the site. According to reports, a slow-moving car exploded near a traffic signal, damaging nearby vehicles and leaving mangled bodies on a congested street.
Authorities have placed several states and key facilities on high alert while tracing the car’s owner and investigating all possible angles.
4. Iraqis begin voting in parliamentary elections
Iraqis began voting on Tuesday to elect a new 329-member parliament, with polling set to close at 6:00 p.m. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is seeking a second term, but his bloc is expected to fall short of a majority, likely leading to months of post-election negotiations.
The new government will face pressures from both domestic demands for reform and the influence of regional powers, including the U.S. and Iran, while managing armed groups loyal to Tehran.
5. Brazil's COP30 climate summit opens with a plea for countries to get along
The COP30 climate summit opened on Monday in Belem, Brazil, with the United Nations climate chief urging countries to cooperate rather than clash over priorities. Host country Brazil set the agenda for the two-week talks, focusing on achievable goals like deforestation while sidestepping contentious issues such as climate finance and carbon taxes.
A new UN analysis estimates global greenhouse gas emissions will fall 12% by 2035 compared with 2019 levels, short of the 60% reduction needed to limit warming to 1.5°C.
Australia put on a defensive masterclass as they beat Türkiye 2-0 in Vancouver in the final opening Group D match....
U.S. and Pakistani leaders forecast a Sunday signing of a long-elusive framework agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran, but Teh...
Romania's centrist President Nicușor Dan on Sunday designated Adrian Veștea, a member of the liberal party, as prime minister, after independent can...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Georgia to implement reforms to tackle youth unemployment. Nearly 30 per cent of people aged 15-24 ar...
North Korea said on Sunday, 14 June, that denuclearisation is a matter that is irreversibly terminated, in a condemnation of recent nuclear deterren...
U.S. President Donald Trump has said a peace agreement with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday in a post on social media, despite Tehran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying no deal would be approved this weekend.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 13 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
As the 2026 World Cup kicked off on 11 June across North America, U.S. visa restrictions and travel policies have made it impossible for supporters, football officials and even a FIFA-appointed referee to attend. It's raised a lot of questions about access to such a high-profile global event.
The United States began their World Cup campaign in commanding fashion with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay, delivering an emphatic performance that underlined its ambitions in Group D.
Pakistan has warned that any attempt by India to block or significantly reduce river flows under the Indus Waters Treaty could have “far-reaching consequences”, after India's water minister said New Delhi was working to ensure that “not a single drop” of water reaches Pakistan in the coming years.
SpaceX made a historic entrance into the Nasdaq on Friday, surging over 20% in its first day of trading and lifting its valuation to more than $2 trillion. Investors flocked to the world’s largest IPO, betting on Elon Musk’s sprawling empire spanning rockets, AI and beyond.
Armenia has every right to choose Europe. But Europe’s support for Armenia’s direction should not become automatic approval of its political process.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said a peace agreement with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday in a post on social media, despite Tehran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying no deal would be approved this weekend.
Japan’s birth rate and fertility levels have fallen to their lowest levels on record, highlighting the country’s worsening demographic crisis as fewer people marry and have children.
Romania's centrist President Nicușor Dan on Sunday designated Adrian Veștea, a member of the liberal party, as prime minister, after independent candidate Eugen Tomac withdrew.
North Korea said on Sunday, 14 June, that denuclearisation is a matter that is irreversibly terminated, in a condemnation of recent nuclear deterrence talks between the U.S. and South Korea.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to publish the UK government's long-awaited Defence Investment Plan ahead of next month's NATO summit in Ankara, following growing pressure over the UK's military spending commitments.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says British armed forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker early on Sunday, as it attempted to pass through the English Channel.
Hundreds of protesters have torn down fences surrounding a planned luxury development site in Albania, as public anger continues to mount over construction in environmentally sensitive areas.
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