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.
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A deal on a new route for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz is "very close," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said, while warning that t...
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An agreement between Iran and the U.S. to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expected "soon," a U.S. official has said. The deal would result in the resumption of commercial shipping through the sea passage and the lifting of an American naval blockade on Iranian ports.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz are progressing and suggested an agreement with Iran could be reached “soon”.
U.S. President Donald Trump may have to accept concessions he previously opposed if he wants to secure a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to analysts, as negotiators move closer to a temporary agreement.
Typhoon Dolphin lashed Japan’s southern Okinawa prefecture on Saturday, injuring six people, disrupting flights and leaving more than 50,000 buildings without power, as China shut ports and suspended transport services ahead of the storm’s expected arrival on its east coast.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 9th of August, covering the latest developments.
The death toll from a school shooting in Thailand has risen to nine after police said a 12-year-old girl being treated for serious injuries had died in hospital.
More than 20,000 people have fled a fast-moving wildfire in western Canada, which has nearly doubled in size overnight. The province of British Columbia declared a state of emergency over the blaze on Saturday.
Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH) says 14 people died on the Moroccan side during last week's mass attempt to cross into the Spanish-administered enclave of Ceuta.
Serbia will continue to support Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity while seeking closer economic cooperation between the two countries, President Aleksandar Vučić said on Saturday, stopping short of pledging sanctions against Belgrade’s long-time ally Russia.
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