Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 23th of January, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Exclusive: NATO reinforces unity as Trump pauses tariff threats
In an exclusive interview, NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska has hailed a new era of alliance unity following the 5% GDP defence pledge, noting that the recent Davos meeting between Secretary General Mark Rutte and U.S. President Donald Trump resulted in "thoughtful diplomacy" rather than conflict. Amidst discussions on Arctic security and a temporary halt to new U.S. tariffs on European allies, Shekerinska emphasised that the alliance remains "razor-focused" on collective defence against increased Russian and Chinese activity, while also formalising a tailored partnership programme with Azerbaijan.
Trump rescinds Canada’s ‘Board of Peace’ invite following Carney speech
Diplomatic tensions between Ottawa and Washington have escalated after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a defiant speech at Davos regarding the decline of the rules-based order, prompting President Trump to formally withdraw Canada’s invitation to his U.S.-backed "Board of Peace" initiative. While Trump retaliated by mocking Canada’s dependence on American support, Carney’s refusal to acquiesce to U.S. pressure has bolstered his domestic approval ratings, with politicians across the spectrum praising his defence of Canadian sovereignty.
Historic trilateral talks on Ukraine set for Abu Dhabi
In a significant step towards resolving the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to join U.S. and Russian officials in Abu Dhabi for historic trilateral talks for the first time, aimed at finalising security guarantees and post-war economic recovery plans. Following "constructive" preparatory meetings in Moscow and Davos, the summit will address critical territorial disputes. However, the Kremlin has warned that military operations will persist until its core demands are met, even as Kyiv faces its harshest winter of the conflict.
TikTok avoids U.S. ban with new joint venture deal
ByteDance has successfully circumvented a looming U.S. ban by finalising a joint venture that places 80.1% of TikTok’s ownership in the hands of American and global investors, including Oracle and Silver Lake. President Trump, who credited the app with aiding his recent election victory, endorsed the agreement and thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping for his cooperation, noting that the new structure will safeguard American user data while allowing the Chinese tech giant to retain a minority stake.
Türkiye’s Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz will travel to Armenia in early May to attend the 8th Europe...
The Milli Majlis Temporary Commission on Foreign Interference and Hybrid Threats ...
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pledged to strengthen relations with Vietnam, with a focus on e...
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25%...
On 1 May, Azerbaijan summoned the European Union’s ambassador, Marijana Kujundžić, to the country’s for...
More than 100 pro‑Palestinian activists aboard boats carrying aid to Gaza were taken to the Greek island of Crete on Friday after Israeli forces seized their vessels in international waters near Greece, according to flotilla organisers.
Türkiye’s Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz will travel to Armenia in early May to attend the 8th European Political Community Summit, marking the highest-level visit from Türkiye to Armenia to date.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25% next week, up from the 15% level agreed last year, accusing the bloc of failing to comply with its trade commitments.
President Trump has issued a warning to the international community, claiming a nuclear-armed Iran would strike Israel "very quickly" before targeting Europe and the United States.
Minval Politika has released further footage it says shows former International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo discussing alleged funding behind campaigns linked to Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned “foreigners who commit evil” have no place in the Gulf, outlining a “new phase” for the Strait of Hormuz, while a senior adviser said U.S. blockade efforts would fail and could trigger confrontation.
U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters he was "not satisfied" with Iran's latest peace proposal, which was delivered to Washington via Pakistani mediators on Friday (1 May).
Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican cuisine and key for her colourful and spicy dishes.
A European Parliament resolution on Armenia is stirring debate beyond Brussels, with its wording raising concerns in Azerbaijan as peace talks gather momentum.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pledged to strengthen relations with Vietnam, with a focus on energy security and critical minerals, following talks in Hanoi on Saturday (2 May).
Trade between Colombia and Ecuador has fallen sharply after new tariffs were imposed, with business groups warning of mounting damage to the cross-border economy.
President Trump has issued a warning to the international community, claiming a nuclear-armed Iran would strike Israel "very quickly" before targeting Europe and the United States.
The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, as a rift over the Iran war widens between President Donald Trump and Europe.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday broadening U.S. sanctions against the Cuban government, two White House officials told Reuters, as he seeks to put more pressure on Havana.
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