Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 10th of December, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Zelenskyy open to elections if allies guarantee security
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated he is prepared to hold elections within three months, provided the U.S. and European allies can guarantee the security of the vote. Facing renewed pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to secure peace in the four-year-old conflict, Zelenskyy dismissed claims of clinging to power, noting he would ask parliament to prepare legislation allowing for elections under martial law if safety is assured.
Australia enforces world-first social media ban for under-16s
Australia has become the first nation to enforce a ban on social media for children under 16, compelling major platforms like TikTok and Instagram to block young users or face fines of up to A$49.5 million. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the move as a landmark cultural shift to curb online harms, whilst Elon Musk’s X became the final platform to confirm compliance, acknowledging it must adhere to Australian law despite concerns from free speech advocates.
Second Turkish aid ship departs for Sudan
A second aid ship carrying 10,080 tents from Türkiye's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) has departed Mersin International Port for Sudan to alleviate the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Conducted in cooperation with the UN’s International Organisation for Migration, the shipment aims to provide shelter for those displaced by internal conflicts in the Darfur region, with a third vessel expected to deliver the remaining supplies via Saudi Arabia.
German Chancellor hails Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has congratulated Azerbaijan and Armenia on their recent peace agreement, describing it as a ‘historic opportunity’ for stability and prosperity in the South Caucasus. Speaking in Berlin alongside Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Merz pledged support for closer cooperation between the region and the EU, whilst simultaneously warning foreign firms—including American companies—that they must comply with German and European laws or face strict penalties.
Trump vows to intervene as Thai-Cambodian clashes escalate
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced he intends to personally intervene to halt the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia, which has now entered its third day. Having previously brokered a ceasefire between the Asian neighbours in July, Trump stated he would make a phone call to end the conflict, despite the Thai Foreign Minister dismissing the prospect of immediate negotiations. Casualties continue to rise, with Cambodia reporting nine civilian deaths and Thailand confirming four military fatalities, as Bangkok declares its objective to cripple its neighbour's military capabilities whilst rejecting accusations of targeting residential areas.
China’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan, Yue Xiaoyong, has met Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq, in Islamabad to di...
British police are facing a national backlash over their handling of the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed while d...
International organisations, investors, environmental experts and business representatives gathered in Samarkand for the opening of Eco Expo Central A...
China is sending doctors, medical teams and emergency supplies to help combat a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, joining an international eff...
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has said Yerevan remains committed to normalising relations with Azerbaijan and Türkiye, expressing confidenc...
China’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan, Yue Xiaoyong, has met Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq, in Islamabad to discuss the China-facilitated Urumqi Process and regional security concerns.
British police are facing a national backlash over their handling of the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed while dying from stab wounds after his attacker falsely claimed to be the victim of a racist assault.
International organisations, investors, environmental experts and business representatives gathered in Samarkand for the opening of Eco Expo Central Asia 2026, one of the region's largest environmental events focused on green growth, climate resilience and sustainable development.
China is sending doctors, medical teams and emergency supplies to help combat a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, joining an international effort to contain the disease before it spreads further.
Okinawa lost transport links and suffered widespread power outages on Monday (1 June) as Severe Tropical Storm Jangmi brought destructive winds and heavy rain to Japan's south-western islands.
Competing narratives continue to shape perceptions of the war in Ukraine, with Russian leadership suggesting a possible end phase while Ukrainian officials warn of renewed large-scale attacks and ongoing escalation risks.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with Lebanese President and Israeli Prime Minister on efforts to ease tensions between Israel and Lebanon. According to a U.S. official, Washington has proposed a plan aimed at achieving a gradual de-escalation of hostilities.
When Armenians vote on 7 June, they will be voting in an election shaped by months of political change and a rapidly deepening relationship with the European Union. The result may not only determine who governs Armenia but also the future direction of the country's geopolitical alignment.
Dutch police have launched an investigation into the use of force against a pregnant woman at an asylum seekers' centre in Zeist after videos of the incident circulated widely on social media.
British police are facing a national backlash over their handling of the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed while dying from stab wounds after his attacker falsely claimed to be the victim of a racist assault.
China is sending doctors, medical teams and emergency supplies to help combat a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, joining an international effort to contain the disease before it spreads further.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) said they struck a cargo ship owned by the “American-Zionist enemy” with a cruise missile after an Iranian freighter was attacked in the Sea of Oman.
Dutch police have launched an investigation into the use of force against a pregnant woman at an asylum seekers' centre in Zeist after videos of the incident circulated widely on social media.
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar said on Monday that his government would begin legal proceedings to remove President Tamás Sulyok if he continues to reject calls to resign.
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