Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 15th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.
U.S. President Donald Trump said he discussed Iran with Chinese President Xi Jinping, stating that both sides oppose Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and support keeping key maritime routes open. Separately, Trump voiced frustration, warning that his patience is running out with Iran, calling for progress toward a deal. Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon continued talks in Washington described as “productive” by U.S. officials, despite ongoing strikes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
U.S. and Chinese President are meeting in Beijing on Friday to conclude a two-day state visit focused on trade and bilateral relations. The summit comes as both sides seek to maintain a fragile trade truce reached in their previous talks, easing tensions over tariffs and critical supply chains. While Trump has expressed optimism about strengthening ties and described Xi in positive terms, the Chinese leader cautioned that mishandling sensitive issues such as Taiwan could risk destabilising relations.
Russia has carried out its most extensive aerial assault since the start of the full-scale invasion, according to Ukrainian officials. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said 1,567 drones were deployed since Wednesday, with at least 15 civilians reported killed. The Ukrainian air force stated that more than 670 drones and 56 missiles were fired overnight, with most intercepted by air defences. Kyiv was among the main targets, with damage reported at around 20 locations across the capital.
Türkiye and Kazakhstan signed 13 agreements covering investment, energy, defence, education, media, infrastructure, and finance during President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s visit to Astana. Both countries also reaffirmed cooperation within the Organisation of Turkic States, with growing focus on digital development, artificial intelligence (AI), and transport connectivity. The Middle Corridor route linking Asia and Europe via the Caspian region was highlighted as increasingly important for global supply chain diversification.
The second semi-final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026 takes place in Vienna, where 15 countries are competing for 10 remaining spots in Saturday’s grand final. The event is being held at the Wiener Stadthalle, with five acts set to be eliminated at the end of the night. Among the performers is Azerbaijan’s representative Jiva, who performs second in the running order. This year’s contest follows Austria’s win in 2025 with the song “Wasted Love,” which secured Vienna as the host city.
A Chinese-made AI chip has matched Nvidia’s H200 in tests conducted by its developer, marking a potential breakthrough in China’s effor...
China’s GJ-21 carrier-based stealth reconnaissance and strike drone has completed its first take-off and landing on board the Sichuan, the co...
Evacuations and the provision of humanitarian aid in the Russian-occupied southern Ukrainian town of Oleshky have begun, a senior Ukrainian officia...
The Middle East conflict remains tense as diplomatic efforts continue alongside renewed Houthi attacks. Iran says it remains open to mediation, while the Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted a ballistic missile fired towards the kingdom.
Rescuers searched the wreckage of two high-speed trains in central Spain on Thursday as the death toll rose to a provisional 74, making it the country's second fatal high-speed rail disaster this year.
Qatari mediators returned to Tehran on Friday as part of efforts to reach a deal between the U.S. and Iran, according to an official briefed on the talks.
Evacuations and the provision of humanitarian aid in the Russian-occupied southern Ukrainian town of Oleshky have begun, a senior Ukrainian official said on Friday. In a statement on Telegram, David Arakhamia said a six-day ceasefire was holding, and that more details would follow.
UN human rights experts comprising a group including Special Rapporteurs and independent experts who are part of the UN Human Rights Council, have criticised French authorities over their handling of nationwide student protests.
China’s GJ-21 carrier-based stealth reconnaissance and strike drone has completed its first take-off and landing on board the Sichuan, the country’s first Type 076 amphibious assault ship, state media reported on 30 October.
A powerful El Niño is driving extreme weather worldwide, leaving millions facing drought, wildfires and destructive storms as governments scramble to respond to the growing crisis.
A high-speed train involved in Wednesday's deadly collision in Spain was travelling at between 160 and 200 kilometres per hour, far above the 40 km/h safety limit, according to a preliminary investigation published on Friday.
Evacuations and the provision of humanitarian aid in the Russian-occupied southern Ukrainian town of Oleshky have begun, a senior Ukrainian official said on Friday. In a statement on Telegram, David Arakhamia said a six-day ceasefire was holding, and that more details would follow.
Hackers have pulled off a staggering $6.3 billion cryptocurrency heist targeting Binance, shaking confidence in one of the world's biggest digital asset exchanges and sending crypto prices tumbling. U.S. analysts suspect North Korea was behind the attack.
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