Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 13th of January, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Trump threatens 25% tariff on nations trading with Iran
President Donald Trump has announced an immediate 25% tariff on any country conducting business with Iran, responding to the escalating anti-government protests within the Islamic Republic. Although the White House has yet to release official documentation, the move aims to intensify pressure on Tehran, potentially impacting major trading partners such as China, India, and the UAE.
U.S. orders citizens to leave Iran immediately
The United States has issued an urgent directive for all American citizens to depart Iran immediately, citing intensifying violence and communication blackouts driven by widespread protests. As commercial flights face disruptions, the advisory recommends land routes via Armenia or Türkiye, whilst the Trump administration considers options ranging from diplomatic talks to potential military action.
Finland and Sweden urge tougher EU sanctions on Russia
Finland and Sweden have called for stricter economic measures against Russia, proposing higher import duties and a complete ban on ships carrying Russian energy to the European Union. Speaking at a security conference, foreign ministers from both nations emphasised the necessity of cutting Moscow’s war funding, with these proposals set to be considered for the EU’s forthcoming sanctions package.
NATO discusses Arctic security amidst Greenland speculation
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has confirmed that the alliance is discussing steps to bolster Arctic security, a move intended to address President Donald Trump’s strategic concerns regarding the region and his interest in Greenland. While Danish officials maintain the territory is not for sale, allies are exploring operations to counter increasing Russian and Chinese activity in the High North.
Deadly Russian missile barrage strikes Kharkiv
A severe wave of Russian missile attacks struck Ukraine’s major cities early Tuesday, killing at least four people in Kharkiv and injuring several others. Ukrainian officials described the assault, which involved approximately 20 ballistic missiles targeting Kharkiv and Kyiv, as the most intense bombardment of the year so far, further straining the nation's air defences.
Cuban aviation authorities have warned airlines of jet fuel shortages at nine airports, including Havana’s José Martí International Airport, from ...
Azerbaijan and the United States signalled closer economic ties on Monday (9 February) as President Ilham Aliyev hosted a delegation from the U.S. Cha...
“Peace is not just about signing treaties - it’s about communication, interaction and integration,” Sultan Zahidov, leading adviser at the AIR C...
Representatives of Azerbaijan’s civil society have sent an open letter to U.S. Vice President JD Vance, urging support for the right of return of We...
The European Union has proposed extending its sanctions against Russia to include ports in Georgia and Indonesia that handle Russian oil, the first...
“Peace is not just about signing treaties - it’s about communication, interaction and integration,” Sultan Zahidov, leading adviser at the AIR Center, told AnewZ, suggesting U.S. Vice President JD Vance's visit to the South Caucasus could advance the peace agenda between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Buckingham Palace said it is ready to support any police investigation into allegations that Prince Andrew shared confidential British trade documents with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as King Charles expressed “profound concern” over the latest revelations.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 10th of February, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Türkiye experienced one of its most severe droughts in the past half century in 2025, with conditions now showing signs of becoming long-term and structural, climate expert Mikdat Kadioglu told Anadolu.
U.S. President Donald Trump has criticised American freestyle skier Hunter Hess after the athlete said he felt conflicted about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics in Italy, sparking a public clash that highlights growing political tensions surrounding the Games.
U.S. skiing great Lindsey Vonn underwent surgery in an Italian hospital on Sunday after her attempt to win Olympic downhill gold ended in a violent crash just seconds into the race at the Milano Cortina Winter Games.
JD Vance arrived in Armenia on Monday (9 February), becoming the first sitting U.S. Vice President to visit the country, as Yerevan and Washington agreed to cooperate in the civil nuclear sector in a bid to deepen engagement in the South Caucasus.
The death toll from the collapse of two residential buildings in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli has risen to 15, state media said on Monday, as rescue teams wrapped up search operations and officials warned that more people could still be missing.
António José Seguro’s decisive victory over far-right challenger André Ventura marks an historic moment in Portuguese politics, but analysts caution that the result does not amount to a rejection of populism.
Cuban aviation authorities have warned airlines of jet fuel shortages at nine airports, including Havana’s José Martí International Airport, from 10 February to 11 March, as a worsening energy crisis, intensified by U.S. sanctions, hits the country.
The European Union has proposed extending its sanctions against Russia to include ports in Georgia and Indonesia that handle Russian oil, the first time the bloc would target ports in third countries, a proposal document showed on Monday.
China will offer firm support for "patriotic pro-reunification forces" in Taiwan and strike hard against "separatists", the top Chinese official in charge of policy towards the democratically-governed island said on Tuesday (10 February).
Buckingham Palace said it is ready to support any police investigation into allegations that Prince Andrew shared confidential British trade documents with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as King Charles expressed “profound concern” over the latest revelations.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 10th of February, covering the latest developments you need to know.
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