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 In response to the decision, broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia have withdrawn from the competition, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza and accusing Israel of breaching neutrality rules.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 threatened Iran with renewed military action on Sunday if Tehran-backed Hezbollah continues attacks from Lebanon, even as ...
Britain's Observer newspaper reported that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to resign on Monday and outline a timetable for his departure. ...
More than 41 million Colombians headed to the polls on Sunday to decide whether the country will continue the left-wing policies of President Gustavo ...
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has instructed officials to resume discussions on reopening the historic Halki Seminary near Istanbul, a long-...
Bolivia showed signs of returning to normality on Sunday after President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to end a 50-day social crisis that ...
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran with renewed military action on Sunday if Tehran-backed Hezbollah continues attacks from Lebanon, even as Vice President JD Vance held the first talks with Iranian officials under a week-old peace agreement in Switzerland.
More than 41 million Colombians headed to the polls on Sunday to decide whether the country will continue the left-wing policies of President Gustavo Petro or elect conservative outsider Abelardo De La Espriella in a closely watched presidential runoff.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has instructed officials to resume discussions on reopening the historic Halki Seminary near Istanbul, a long-standing issue that was raised by U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of an expected NATO summit visit to Ankara next month.
Bolivia showed signs of returning to normality on Sunday after President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to end a 50-day social crisis that had paralysed transport networks across the country.
A train driver has been killed and nine people remain in a critical condition in hospital, after two trains collided near Beford in the east of England on Friday. The passenger trains heading to London collided at around 17:15 local time (1615 GMT).
Morocco captain and PSG defender Achraf Hakimi will face trial in France after an appeals court ruled there was enough evidence for the case to proceed.
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck southwest of Greece’s island of Crete on Saturday, with no immediate reports of damage.
Paraguay kept their World Cup hopes alive with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Türkiye, but the celebrations were tempered by a costly red card for veteran forward Miguel Almirón.
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, a senior U.S. official has said. Hezbollah has released a statement saying Israel must leave southern Lebanon. Israel has said it agrees to the ceasefire, but has said its armed forces won't leave Lebanon and will resume hostilities if attacked.
More than 41 million Colombians headed to the polls on Sunday to decide whether the country will continue the left-wing policies of President Gustavo Petro or elect conservative outsider Abelardo De La Espriella in a closely watched presidential runoff.
Britain's Observer newspaper reported that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to resign on Monday and outline a timetable for his departure.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has instructed officials to resume discussions on reopening the historic Halki Seminary near Istanbul, a long-standing issue that was raised by U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of an expected NATO summit visit to Ankara next month.
Bolivia showed signs of returning to normality on Sunday after President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to end a 50-day social crisis that had paralysed transport networks across the country.
Ukraine's improved position on the battlefield has done little to ease the humanitarian crisis affecting millions of people displaced by the conflict, according to the head of the International Rescue Committee (IRC).
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