Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 9th of December, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Ukraine presents revised peace plan amidst European push for security
Ukraine is set to hand the United States a revised 20-point peace plan today, following urgent talks in London between President Zelenskyy and key European leaders, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The European bloc is attempting to steer the Washington-brokered ceasefire framework away from territorial concessions, fearing the current draft leans too heavily towards Moscow’s demands whilst failing to guarantee Kyiv's long-term sovereignty.
Whilst the White House is pressing for a swift settlement as the conflict approaches its fourth year, Brussels and London are insisting on robust security guarantees to deter future aggression. With Russian forces advancing in the east and diplomatic channels involving Trump’s envoys yielding no breakthroughs, Zelenskyy faces a decisive week in securing terms that align European support with American expectations.
Ceasefire collapses as Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodian border
The U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has effectively collapsed after Thai forces launched air and ground operations along the border, resulting in casualties on both sides. Bangkok claims the strikes were a necessary pre-emptive measure against a Cambodian military build-up and weapons deployment, a charge vehemently denied by Phnom Penh, which has accused its neighbour of unprovoked aggression.
The escalation has triggered a significant humanitarian crisis, with nearly half a million civilians evacuated from the affected provinces as fighting intensifies. International bodies, including the UN and ASEAN, have urged immediate restraint, warning that the breakdown of the July truce threatens to plunge the region into prolonged instability.
Tsunami warnings lifted following 7.5-magnitude quake in Japan
Authorities in Japan have lifted all tsunami warnings following a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Aomori Prefecture late Monday. The tremor injured at least 30 people and prompted the temporary evacuation of approximately 90,000 residents, though officials have confirmed there is no major structural damage or irregularities at regional nuclear facilities.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a "megaquake" advisory, urging citizens to remain vigilant for strong aftershocks over the coming week. The event caused brief disruption to rail services and financial markets, serving as a stark reminder of the seismic risks facing the nation nearly 15 years after the devastating 2011 disaster.
Trump threatens Mexico with tariffs over water treaty dispute
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 5 per cent tariff on Mexico, accusing the country of failing to honour a bilateral water-sharing treaty. In a social media statement, Trump demanded the immediate release of 200,000 acre-feet of water for American farmers before the year’s end, labelling Mexico’s current lack of response as "very unfair".
This latest ultimatum heightens tensions over the management of the Rio Grande’s shared resources, a critical issue for agriculture along the border. With the 31 December deadline fast approaching, the threat of economic sanctions marks a significant escalation in the dispute, utilising trade policy as leverage for resource management.
Baku hosts launch of the 'AI Index for the Islamic World'
Baku has hosted the opening of an international conference to launch the "AI Index for the Islamic World", organised by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation in partnership with ICESCO. The event, attended by the Foundation’s Vice-President Leyla Aliyeva, focused on fostering cooperation on artificial intelligence across the Islamic world, whilst addressing the ethical, social, and economic impacts of the technology.
The conference concluded with the adoption of the Baku Declaration, which lays the groundwork for member states to develop national AI strategies that prioritise safety and inclusive development. During the proceedings, the Heydar Aliyev Foundation was also honoured with the "Hamdan-ICESCO" award in recognition of its extensive contributions to education and school construction globally.
Lithuania on Tuesday declared a state of emergency due to threats to public safety from smuggled balloons originating in Belarus, the government said....
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 9th of December, covering the latest developments you need to ...
At a WHO supported malnutrition ward in Khartoum, doctors and mothers describe children arriving too weak to eat or drink as nearly three years of con...
Beijing has launched a scathing diplomatic attack on Tokyo, accusing Japan of exploiting the Taiwan issue to destabilise the region, following a dange...
Thailand says it carried out air and ground operations along the Cambodian border as hostilities escalated, breaking the U.S. brokered ceasefire that ...
Lithuania on Tuesday declared a state of emergency due to threats to public safety from smuggled balloons originating in Belarus, the government said.
Beijing has launched a scathing diplomatic attack on Tokyo, accusing Japan of exploiting the Taiwan issue to destabilise the region, following a dangerous naval encounter involving fire-control radar locks in the Pacific.
American farmers hurt by his trade policies look set to receive financial assistance for next year's crops. U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday announced a $12 billion aid package aimed at supporting agriculturalists affected by his trade policies and ongoing tariffs.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani on Monday revealed new details about the final hours before Bashar al-Assad’s regime fell last year, including urgent discussions with Russian officials to brief them on rapidly unfolding events.
A coup attempt by a “small group of soldiers” has been foiled in Benin after hours of gunfire struck parts of the economic capital Cotonou, officials said on Sunday.
A delayed local vote in the rural Honduran town of San Antonio de Flores has become a pivotal moment in the country’s tightest presidential contest, with both campaigns watching its results as counting stretches into a second week.
Authorities in Japan lifted all tsunami warnings on Tuesday following a strong 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck off the northeastern coast late on Monday, injuring at least 30 people and forcing around 90,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
Lava fountains shot from Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano from dawn to dusk on Saturday, with new footage showing intensifying activity at the north vent.
McLaren’s Lando Norris became Formula One world champion for the first time in Abu Dhabi, edging Max Verstappen to the title by just two points after a tense season finale.
Lithuania on Tuesday declared a state of emergency due to threats to public safety from smuggled balloons originating in Belarus, the government said.
At a WHO supported malnutrition ward in Khartoum, doctors and mothers describe children arriving too weak to eat or drink as nearly three years of conflict, displacement and disease push Sudan towards famine.
Beijing has launched a scathing diplomatic attack on Tokyo, accusing Japan of exploiting the Taiwan issue to destabilise the region, following a dangerous naval encounter involving fire-control radar locks in the Pacific.
Thailand says it carried out air and ground operations along the Cambodian border as hostilities escalated, breaking the U.S. brokered ceasefire that halted five days of clashes in July.
Ukraine will hand the United States a revised 20 point peace plan on Tuesday, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and key European leaders work to steer Washington’s ceasefire framework away from concessions they fear could lock in Russian territorial gains.
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