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.
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party is leading in a parliamentary election with 54.44% of the vote, according to early voting results from Armenia's...
Israel said it struck military targets in western and central Iran on Monday, even after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told Israeli Prime Min...
The results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections will determine the makeup of the National Assembly and shape the country's political direction for...
Counting is underway in Armenia's elections. The results of the vote are set to determine the political direction of the country of three million peop...
The Iranian national football team is set to arrive in North America for the World Cup after finally securing travel documents, but a dispute over U.S...
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party is leading in a parliamentary election with 54.44% of the vote, according to early voting results from Armenia's electoral commission that were broadcast on public TV.
The results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections will determine the makeup of the National Assembly and shape the country's political direction for the foreseeable future. But in Armenia, the final result is not decided by vote percentages alone. Here's how it works.
The Iranian national football team is set to arrive in North America for the World Cup after finally securing travel documents, but a dispute over U.S. visa approvals continues to cast a shadow over the country's tournament preparations.
Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has confirmed the number of casualties its citizens suffered as a result of the 5 June drone attacks on the cargo ships Natra and Zircon in the Sea of Azov. In a statement, it said four Azerbaijani citizens were killed and four others were injured.
Counting is underway in Armenia's elections. The results of the vote are set to determine the political direction of the country of three million people for the next few years. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is hoping to fend off challenges from several pro-Russia candidates to secure a third term.
Armenian authorities arrested six candidates from the pro-Russian Strong Armenia bloc on Saturday, one day before voters were due to take part in parliamentary elections.
More than 6,000 people gathered outside a vote-counting centre in Seoul on Friday night, demanding this week’s local elections be repeated after ballot shortages left some voters unable to cast their ballots.
Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has confirmed the number of casualties its citizens suffered as a result of the 5 June drone attacks on the cargo ships Natra and Zircon in the Sea of Azov. In a statement, it said four Azerbaijani citizens were killed and four others were injured.
The results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections will determine the makeup of the National Assembly and shape the country's political direction for the foreseeable future. But in Armenia, the final result is not decided by vote percentages alone. Here's how it works.
The Iranian national football team is set to arrive in North America for the World Cup after finally securing travel documents, but a dispute over U.S. visa approvals continues to cast a shadow over the country's tournament preparations.
At least a dozen people were wounded, two critically, on Saturday (6 June) in Toledo, Ohio, as two shooters traded gunfire, police said.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 7 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih al‑Zaidi will pay an official visit to the United States, bringing with him a delegation of business leaders, private‑sector representatives and banking officials, in an effort to boost investment and deepen economic ties with Washington.
People across Gaza are facing a worsening humanitarian crisis, with millions struggling to access food, clean water, shelter and medical care as the conflict continues.
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