Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 1st February, covering the latest developments you need to know.
U.S., Russian envoys hold talks in Florida on Ukraine peace push
United States and Russian representatives held what Washington described as “productive and constructive” talks in Florida aimed at advancing a diplomatic path to end the war in Ukraine. U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff said Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev took part in the discussions, which focused on conflict resolution and possible next steps.
Pakistan says 92 militants killed after coordinated attacks in Balochistan
Pakistan says security forces killed at least 92 militants after armed groups launched simultaneous attacks across multiple districts in Balochistan, stretching from Quetta to the port city of Gwadar. Fifteen security personnel and at least 18 civilians, including women and children, were killed. The banned Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility, while the military accused Indian-sponsored militants of directing the assaults.
Blasts in Ahvaz and Bandar Abbas leave five dead in Iran
Separate explosions in the city of Ahvaz and at the port of Bandar Abbas killed five people and injured several others, Iranian media reported. Authorities say both incidents are under investigation and rejected online claims of targeted attacks. Two Israeli officials told Reuters that Israel was not involved.
U.S. releases millions of Epstein documents referencing Trump, Musk and Prince Andrew
The U.S. Department of Justice has released more than three million pages of records related to Jeffrey Epstein, including files referencing Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Prince Andrew. Officials say the disclosure followed an extensive review process and aims to meet transparency requirements while protecting victims’ identities.
UK and Japan agree to strengthen critical mineral supply chains
The United Kingdom and Japan have agreed to deepen co-operation on critical mineral supply chains and economic security during talks in Tokyo. Prime Ministers Keir Starmer and Sanae Takaichi also agreed to expand co-operation in cyber security and space.
A seven-month-old Japanese macaque has captured global attention after forming an unusual but heart-warming bond with a stuffed orangutan toy followin...
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved new sanctions targeting Russian maritime operators, defence-linked companies and individuals co...
The chief executive of Google DeepMind, Demis Hassabis, has called for more urgent research into the potential dangers posed by artificial intelligenc...
Divers have recovered the bodies of seven Chinese tourists and a Russian driver after their minibus broke through the ice of Lake Baikal in Russia, au...
Iran announced on Saturday that it has designated the naval and air forces of European Union member states as “terrorist entities” in a reciprocal...
A seven-month-old Japanese macaque has captured global attention after forming an unusual but heart-warming bond with a stuffed orangutan toy following abandonment by its mother.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved new sanctions targeting Russian maritime operators, defence-linked companies and individuals connected to Moscow’s military and energy sectors, according to official decrees issued on Saturday.
The chief executive of Google DeepMind, Demis Hassabis, has called for more urgent research into the potential dangers posed by artificial intelligence, warning that stronger safeguards are needed as systems become more advanced.
Divers have recovered the bodies of seven Chinese tourists and a Russian driver after their minibus broke through the ice of Lake Baikal in Russia, authorities said.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of online fashion retailer ASOS, has died in Pattaya, Thailand, after falling from the 17th floor of a condominium on 9 February, Thai police confirmed.
Ukraine’s National Paralympic Committee has announced it will boycott the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics in Verona on 6 March, citing the International Paralympic Committee’s decision to allow some Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags.
An Austrian climber has been convicted of gross negligent manslaughter after his girlfriend died from hypothermia while climbing Austria’s highest peak, the Grossglockner, in January 2025.
President Donald Trump said on Saturday (21 February) that he will raise temporary tariffs on nearly all U.S. imports from 10% to 15%, the maximum allowed under the law, after the Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff program.
A seven-month-old Japanese macaque has captured global attention after forming an unusual but heart-warming bond with a stuffed orangutan toy following abandonment by its mother.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved new sanctions targeting Russian maritime operators, defence-linked companies and individuals connected to Moscow’s military and energy sectors, according to official decrees issued on Saturday.
Divers have recovered the bodies of seven Chinese tourists and a Russian driver after their minibus broke through the ice of Lake Baikal in Russia, authorities said.
A technical fault in the helium system of NASA’s next-generation moon rocket was announced on Saturday, ruling out the planned March launch window for the Artemis II mission.
President Donald Trump said on Saturday (21 February) that he will raise temporary tariffs on nearly all U.S. imports from 10% to 15%, the maximum allowed under the law, after the Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff program.
Germany's ruling conservatives on Saturday (21 February) passed a motion to ban social media use for under 14s and introduce more stringent digital verification checks for teenagers, building momentum for such limits in Germany and elsewhere in Europe.
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