Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 28 January, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Zelenskyy condemns Russian strike on civilian train as ‘terrorism’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has denounced a Russian drone strike on a passenger train in the Kharkiv region as an act of terrorism, after the attack killed five people and set carriages ablaze. The incident followed a deadly overnight barrage on Odesa and critical infrastructure in Kyiv, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity as rescue workers continue to search through rubble. Amidst the escalation, Mr Zelenskyy urged Western allies to increase pressure on Moscow to secure a just peace, warning that such attacks undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts.
U.S. lawmaker Ilhan Omar attacked with liquid during event
Police in Minneapolis have arrested a man on suspicion of assault after he sprayed Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar with a foul-smelling liquid during a town hall event. The incident occurred as Ms Omar was delivering a speech critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and calling for the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Despite the disruption, the congresswoman remained unharmed and defiantly returned to the stage, telling the audience she would not yield to threats, whilst federal officials work to calm rising tensions in the city following recent fatal shootings by immigration agents.
Putin to host Syrian leader al-Sharaa in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to host his Syrian counterpart, Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Moscow today to discuss the ongoing transitional period in Syria and broader regional developments. The Kremlin has indicated that the talks will focus on strengthening bilateral ties and the situation in the Middle East, with expectations that the status of former President Bashar al-Assad—currently in Russia—will also be addressed. This marks Mr al-Sharaa’s second visit to Russia as the two nations navigate the restructuring of the Syrian state and the future of Russian military bases in the region.
TikTok settles mental health lawsuit as Meta and YouTube face trial
TikTok has reached a confidential settlement in a landmark lawsuit regarding youth mental health, leaving tech giants Meta and YouTube to face a jury trial in California. The case, centred on a teenager’s claims that addictive app design caused severe depression, is set to be a significant test of whether social media companies can be held legally responsible for harms to young users. With TikTok and Snap having settled, the spotlight now turns to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who is expected to testify as the court examines the industry's alleged contribution to the youth mental health crisis.
Trump threatens to cut support if Iraq reinstates al-Maliki
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Baghdad, threatening to withdraw American support if former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki returns to power during the country's upcoming leadership transition. In a social media post, Mr Trump argued that al-Maliki’s previous tenure descended into chaos and poverty, asserting that his reinstatement would result in the cessation of U.S. aid. The intervention highlights Washington’s deep concerns over Iranian influence and regional stability as Iraqi political blocs negotiate the formation of a new government.
The United States carried out a third consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz as Don...
IBM has warned that a surge in spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure is weighing on its core business, in one of the clearest signs yet o...
President Ilham Aliyev has approved an agreement between the governments of Azerbaijan and Georgia on the supply of natural gas to Georgia, marking an...
The United States carried out a third consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz as Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping and proposed a 20% fee on cargo passing through the strategic waterway.
IBM has warned that a surge in spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure is weighing on its core business, in one of the clearest signs yet of how the AI boom is reshaping the technology sector.
President Ilham Aliyev has approved an agreement between the governments of Azerbaijan and Georgia on the supply of natural gas to Georgia, marking another step in energy cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.
The United States has announced a campaign to weaken the International Criminal Court (ICC), describing the tribunal as a threat to American sovereignty and signalling that further sanctions, visa restrictions and diplomatic pressure on allies could follow.
The United States carried out a third consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz as Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping and proposed a 20% fee on cargo passing through the strategic waterway.
President Ilham Aliyev is holding his annual question-and-answer session with international journalists at the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum in Azerbaijan.
The United States and Iran have significantly escalated their conflict, exchanging heavy missile and drone strikes across the Gulf region. Iran claims it has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 13th of July, covering the latest developments you need to know.
An overnight fire at a popular bar in Bangkok has killed at least 30 people and injured 70 others, making it one of the deadliest pub disasters in the Thai capital in recent years. Authorities say the venue quickly filled with thick smoke, trapping patrons inside.
The United States carried out a third consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz as Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping and proposed a 20% fee on cargo passing through the strategic waterway.
The United States has announced a campaign to weaken the International Criminal Court (ICC), describing the tribunal as a threat to American sovereignty and signalling that further sanctions, visa restrictions and diplomatic pressure on allies could follow.
The United Kingdom, the European Union, Spain and Gibraltar have formally signed a treaty establishing new arrangements for movement and border procedures between Gibraltar and Spain.
Around 500 soldiers from countries supporting Ukraine marched down Paris's Champs-Élysées during France's annual Bastille Day parade. France said the procession, which also included 25 Ukrainian soldiers, demonstrated that Europe was ready to respond to growing international threats.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Tuesday that its Navy had struck U.S. military barracks, a satellite communications centre and a Patriot missile battery in Bahrain, while its Aerospace Force targeted an airbase in Jordan.
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