Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 7 April, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Israel has intensified strikes on Iranian infrastructure, while Iran has rejected a Pakistan-mediated ceasefire proposal. The escalation comes as U.S. President Donald Trump’s deadline for a deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz expires later today, with warnings that no targets will be off limits without an agreement. Tehran insists it will not bow to pressure, demanding a permanent end to hostilities, sanctions relief, and security guarantees for maritime routes.
Iran’s military has dismissed Trump’s warnings as “delusional”, rejecting proposals for a temporary ceasefire and instead calling for a comprehensive end to the conflict. Washington has threatened large-scale strikes on critical infrastructure if no agreement is reached, raising concerns over potential violations of international law. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely restricted, continuing to disrupt global energy flows and drive volatility in oil markets.
The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote today on a revised resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The latest draft removes authorisation for the use of force following opposition from China and Russia, instead encouraging coordinated defensive measures such as escorting vessels. Diplomats say the softened language improves the chances of adoption.
NASA’s Artemis II crew has reached a record distance from Earth, surpassing the milestone set during Apollo 13. The astronauts experienced a 40-minute communication blackout while passing behind the Moon, before successfully re-establishing contact. The mission is already delivering valuable scientific observations, including meteor impacts on the lunar surface, as part of preparations for future Moon landings and eventual missions to Mars.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance is due in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of a closely contested parliamentary vote. The visit highlights Washington’s more direct backing of political allies abroad, as Orbán faces a strong challenge from opposition leader Peter Magyar. The election is expected to shape Hungary’s political direction and its relationship with the European Union.
The death toll from an overnight Russian attack on the Kyiv region rose to four, including three children, Kyiv regional authorities said on Sunday...
Houthi attacks target Riyadh amid concerns over Saudi oil supplies, as Iran says it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until its conditions are m...
German voters cast ballots on Sunday in two state elections that could add to the political pressure on Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as his governmen...
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy said a Togo-flagged oil tanker was struck while attempting to make an “illegal passage” through the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media said early on Friday.
Saudi civil defence sent an all-clear on Saturday after issuing alerts for a second time for potential danger in Riyadh and the city of Al-Kharj east of the capital, amid an uptick in attacks by Iran-aligned Houthis on the Gulf country.
The European Union will disburse €3.3 billion ($3.8 billion) to Ukraine for missiles and drones, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said after a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Houthi attacks target Riyadh amid concerns over Saudi oil supplies, as Iran says it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until its conditions are met and U.S. commitments are implemented, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Sunday.
The U.S. State Department approved a $2.7 billion military sale to Ukraine for air-defence development upgrades, along with related equipment and services, the department said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities reported at least 10 people had died in Russian attacks over the last 24 hours.
German voters cast ballots on Sunday in two state elections that could add to the political pressure on Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as his government faces growing public frustration and a resurgent far right.
Iraq has returned restricted airspace across the western part of the country to civilian authorities, ending limits imposed for military operations against Islamic State since 2016, the Transport Ministry said.
Denmark and Greenland have moved to reassure the public that their sovereignty will remain intact under a new security agreement with the United States.
World leaders are set to gather at the United Nations General Assembly in New York for several days of high-level debate, with Iran, Ukraine, artificial intelligence (AI) and a range of global crises expected to dominate discussions this week.
Ed Sheeran has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding his U.S. tour, apologising for decisions made after rapper Macklemore was removed from the line-up over his public support for Palestine.
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