Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 5th of December, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Trump brokers peace deal between Congo and Rwanda despite ongoing clashes
U.S. President Donald Trump has brokered a peace agreement between the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda during a summit in Washington. Presidents Felix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame signed documents reaffirming their commitment to economic integration and conflict resolution, a move Washington hopes will secure access to the region’s vast critical mineral resources.
Despite the diplomatic fanfare, fighting persists on the ground in eastern Congo, where M23 rebels—allegedly backed by Rwanda—continue to clash with government forces. Critics, including Nobel laureate Denis Mukwege, have argued that the deal prioritises mineral access over genuine peace, noting that violence and displacement continue unabated despite the new accords.
Putin and Modi hold summit in Delhi to strengthen trade ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi for his first visit in four years to hold summit talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders aim to bolster bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, focusing on deepening ties in defence, civil nuclear energy, and trade, as India continues to be a primary buyer of Russian arms and seaborne oil despite Western sanctions.
The meeting comes at a delicate diplomatic juncture for New Delhi, which is navigating trade negotiations with the United States following punitive tariffs imposed by President Trump. While India has avoided condemning Russia over the Ukraine conflict, advocating instead for dialogue, the summit underscores the resilience of Moscow’s relationship with New Delhi amidst shifting global alliances.
Eurovision facing crisis as broadcasters withdraw over Israel’s inclusion
A major rift has emerged within the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) after organisers cleared Israel to participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest. In response to the decision, broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia have withdrawn from the competition, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza and accusing Israel of breaching neutrality rules.
Rather than holding a vote on Israel’s exclusion as requested by several nations, the EBU introduced new regulations to curb government interference. While Germany and Austria have welcomed Israel's inclusion, viewing it as essential to the contest's spirit, other members have condemned the move, with experts suggesting the event's integrity is at an all-time low.
U.S. expands travel ban to over 30 nations amidst security review
The United States is set to significantly widen its travel ban to include over 30 nations, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has confirmed. Speaking on Fox News, Noem stated that while the exact number remains under evaluation by President Trump, the administration intends to restrict entry from countries unable to provide adequate security vetting or sustain stable governance.
This escalation in migration policy follows a shooting in Washington, D.C., attributed to an Afghan national who had entered via a resettlement programme. The Trump administration has since pledged to "permanently pause" migration from unspecified "Third World countries" and has ordered a comprehensive review of asylum cases and Green Cards issued under the previous administration.
President Aliyev meets UK Defence Minister to discuss strategic partnership
President Ilham Aliyev has received the UK’s Minister of State for Defence, Lord Vernon Coaker, in Baku to discuss the deepening ties between the two nations. During the meeting, Lord Coaker conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and highlighted a shared ambition to elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership. President Aliyev noted that while bilateral cooperation historically began in the energy sector, it is now expanding rapidly into trade and investment.
Discussions also focused on the growing collaboration within the defence industry, which the UK Ambassador to Azerbaijan described as a "cornerstone" of the partnership. Lord Coaker took the opportunity to congratulate the President on recent progress regarding the normalisation of relations with Armenia. In response, President Aliyev reaffirmed Azerbaijan's commitment to the peace agenda and acknowledged the role of US President Donald Trump in facilitating these diplomatic advancements.
U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of imposing trade tariffs on European countries is a maximalist move designed to force concessions on Greenland, ...
Afghanistan and Qatar have signalled interest in expanding cooperation in investment and agriculture during talks in Doha, as Afghanistan’s defence ...
Five skiers were killed in a pair of avalanches in Austria’s western Alpine regions on Saturday, with two others injured, one critically....
Uzbekistan is entering what regulators describe as the most complex phase of its banking reform, as the country moves to align its financial system wi...
The German and French finance ministers said on Monday that European powers would not be blackmailed and that there would be a clear and united respon...
U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of imposing trade tariffs on European countries is a maximalist move designed to force concessions on Greenland, according to geopolitical analyst Ana Evans.
The German and French finance ministers said on Monday that European powers would not be blackmailed and that there would be a clear and united response to U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of higher tariffs over Greenland.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday (19 January) she would call a snap national election on 8 February, seeking a popular mandate for higher public spending, tax cuts and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan’s defence build-up.
A fresh consignment of precision-guided munitions has departed from the Indian city of Nagpur bound for Yerevan, marking the latest phase in the rapidly expanding defence partnership between India and Armenia.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Saturday (17 January) that concerns over security in Greenland should be addressed within the framework of NATO, describing a ground military intervention as highly unlikely.
Elon Musk is seeking up to $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft, arguing that the companies profited unfairly from his early support of the artificial intelligence firm, according to a court filing made public on Friday.
European leaders voiced growing alarm on Sunday over U.S. threats to impose tariffs on eight NATO allies, warning the move could destabilize transatlantic relations and heighten tensions in the Arctic.
Trump administration officials held months-long discussions with Venezuela’s hardline interior minister Diosdado Cabello before the U.S. operation that led to the seizure of President Nicolás Maduro, according to multiple people familiar with the matter.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has signed a decree recognising Kurdish language rights, as government forces advanced against U.S.-backed Kurdish-led fighters despite U.S. calls for restraint.
Afghanistan and Qatar have signalled interest in expanding cooperation in investment and agriculture during talks in Doha, as Afghanistan’s defence chief attended a major regional defence exhibition.
U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of imposing trade tariffs on European countries is a maximalist move designed to force concessions on Greenland, according to geopolitical analyst Ana Evans.
The German and French finance ministers said on Monday that European powers would not be blackmailed and that there would be a clear and united response to U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of higher tariffs over Greenland.
An explosion at a steel plate factory in China's northern region of Inner Mongolia killed two people and injured 84, Inner Mongolia Baotou Steel Union said on Monday, adding that eight are missing.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday (19 January) she would call a snap national election on 8 February, seeking a popular mandate for higher public spending, tax cuts and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan’s defence build-up.
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