Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 26 January, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Minneapolis shooting narrative challenged by video evidence
Senior U.S. officials continue to defend the fatal shooting of a citizen by immigration agents in Minneapolis, claiming self-defence, despite video footage appearing to contradict their account. The death of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti has sparked widespread protests and deepened the rift between the Trump administration and local authorities, who argue the footage shows the victim shielding bystanders rather than brandishing a weapon. As federal officers deploy tear gas, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has condemned the federal handling of the incident and announced a state-led investigation.
Ukraine–Russia talks stall as Kremlin shuns EU
Diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine have reached an impasse following inconclusive talks in Abu Dhabi, with the Kremlin explicitly ruling out any dialogue with the EU’s top diplomat. While Moscow refuses to engage, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that a crucial U.S. security agreement is now ready for signature, though he reiterated that Kyiv will not compromise on territorial integrity despite pressure to cede eastern regions.
Historic storm leaves millions without power in U.S.
A severe winter storm has swept across the United States, leaving over one million households without power and forcing the cancellation of more than 10,000 flights. President Trump has issued emergency declarations for multiple states as hazardous ice and sub-zero temperatures grip the country from Texas to New England, prompting the Department of Energy to authorise emergency grid measures to avert further catastrophic outages.
Mark Carney rejects China trade deal claims amidst tariff threats
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has firmly denied pursuing a free trade agreement with Beijing, following threats from President Trump to impose 100% tariffs on Canadian goods. While Trump warned that Ottawa risks becoming a conduit for Chinese products, Carney clarified that recent tariff adjustments on electric vehicles and agriculture are fully compliant with North American trade rules, dismissing the U.S. administration’s criticism as a misrepresentation of Canada’s economic strategy.
Rafah reopening delayed by hostage recovery operation
Israel has announced that the Rafah crossing into Gaza will remain closed to pedestrian traffic until a military operation to recover the remains of the final Israeli hostage is complete. Although the reopening was scheduled under the latest phase of the U.S.-brokered peace plan, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office stated that the border will only function once the body of officer Ran Gvili is located, further delaying movement for Gaza's two million residents.
Iran has launched missiles and drones targeting U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, according to Iranian state media and a U.S. official, in re...
Eleven people were killed when a plane crashed near Nancy in eastern France on Sunday (28 June), French broadcaster BFM TV reported, citing the local ...
France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the severe heatwave that swept across Europe, according to the country's public health agency, which wa...
Lebanon says Israeli air strikes and ground operations have damaged or destroyed historic landmarks across the country's south, raising fears that par...
The World Cup knockout stage is finally ready to begin after 72 group matches trimmed the expanded 48-team field down to 32....
Iran has launched missiles and drones targeting U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, according to Iranian state media and a U.S. official, in retaliation for recent U.S. strikes on Iran.
Eleven people were killed when a plane crashed near Nancy in eastern France on Sunday (28 June), French broadcaster BFM TV reported, citing the local prefect.
France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the severe heatwave that swept across Europe, according to the country's public health agency, which warned the final toll is likely to rise.
Lebanon says Israeli air strikes and ground operations have damaged or destroyed historic landmarks across the country's south, raising fears that parts of its cultural heritage have been lost forever.
France said on Saturday it was considering taking reciprocal measures after Burkina Faso broke off diplomatic relations.
Tens of thousands of people are still unaccounted for after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. At least 589 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds are believed to be trapped under rubble, as emergency crews and international rescue teams race to respond.
Japan remained on high alert Saturday as Typhoon Mekkhala approached the eastern coast after Typhoon Higos weakened into a tropical depression. Authorities warned of continued heavy rain, flooding, and landslides, according to media reports.
A tanker reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, Britain's maritime security agency said, after the United States and Iran each launched strikes in the worst escalation since they signed their interim peace deal.
Germany and Poland are bracing for sweltering conditions as a deadly heatwave that has gripped Western Europe moves east, with temperatures expected to approach 40°C over the weekend.
Eleven people were killed when a plane crashed near Nancy in eastern France on Sunday (28 June), French broadcaster BFM TV reported, citing the local prefect.
France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the severe heatwave that swept across Europe, according to the country's public health agency, which warned the final toll is likely to rise.
Lionel Messi made World Cup history as Argentina finished top of Group J, while Austria and Algeria both reached the Round of 32 after a dramatic draw that ended Iran's hopes of progressing.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 28 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated Oklahoma law enforcement veteran Lance Schroyer to serve as the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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