Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 22nd of November, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump and incoming New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani set aside months of public insults during a surprisingly warm meeting at the White House, pledging to work together on crime and affordability. Despite their stark political differences, both men said they shared a common goal, ensuring New York thrives under Mamdani’s leadership.
2. Putin says U.S. peace plan can be the basis for peace in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow had received the U.S. peace proposals for Ukraine and viewed them as a potential basis for a final settlement, but noted that Ukraine’s refusal to engage prevented detailed talks. He warned that if Kyiv and its allies continued to reject discussions, Russian military operations would persist along key frontlines.
3. G20 leaders meet in South Africa seeking agreement, despite U.S. boycott
Leaders of the G20 met in South Africa for a summit notably boycotted by the United States, after a draft declaration on climate change was prepared without U.S. involvement. The move drew sharp criticism from Washington, while South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pressed ahead with an agenda focused on green transition and fair financing for developing nations.
4. Azerbaijan: D-8 Media Forum begins in Baku
The D-8 Media Forum opened in Baku with a message from President Ilham Aliyev, delivered by Hikmat Hajiyev, highlighting the importance of dialogue and regional cooperation. The event brings together around 150 delegates from member states to discuss responsible journalism, digital innovation, and media ethics in a rapidly evolving information landscape.
5. Dubai Air Show: Indian HAL Tejas fighter jet crashes killing pilot
An Indian Air Force pilot was killed when a light combat aircraft crashed during an aerial display at the Dubai Airshow on Friday afternoon. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, as emergency teams swiftly responded to contain the situation at the scene.
U.S. and Pakistani leaders forecast a Sunday signing of a long-elusive framework agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran, as Reut...
Tajikistan has strengthened its position as one of Central Asia’s fastest-growing economies. According to the European Bank for Reconstruction and D...
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 to close out the series 4-1 and claim their first NBA championship since 1973, sparking celeb...
In the runup to the G7 summit, hosted by France in Évian-les-Bains on Monday, 15 June, China has addressed global economic balances in a videoconfer...
Switzerland on Sunday rejected a referendum proposal to cap its population at 10 million, a projection showed, as voters prioritised economic stabilit...
Tajikistan has strengthened its position as one of Central Asia’s fastest-growing economies. According to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the trend is supported by investment activity, industrial expansion and large-scale infrastructure projects.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Georgia to implement reforms to tackle youth unemployment. Nearly 30 per cent of people aged 15-24 are without a job in the country, according to World Bank data.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The global race to develop quantum computing is accelerating, with governments and technology firms investing heavily in what is expected to become a major new computing era.
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 to close out the series 4-1 and claim their first NBA championship since 1973, sparking celebrations across New York City.
In the runup to the G7 summit, hosted by France in Évian-les-Bains on Monday, 15 June, China has addressed global economic balances in a videoconference hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. It is a rarity for Beijing to engage directly with the group.
Switzerland on Sunday rejected a referendum proposal to cap its population at 10 million, a projection showed, as voters prioritised economic stability and the country's ties with the European Union over immigration concerns.
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.
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