Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for January 22th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. 22 US states sue to block President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order
President Trump issued an executive order ending birthright citizenship for children born in the US to non-citizen or temporary visa-holder parents, citing the 14th Amendment.
In response, 22 Democratic-led states and advocacy groups sued, claiming it violates the Constitution. The order, set to take effect in 30 days, faces legal uncertainty as courts are asked to block it before implementation.
Critics argue presidents lack the authority to alter constitutional rights, while the White House defends the move as aligning with public will. The outcome could impact citizenship rights for 150,000 children born annually in the US.
2. Trump announces $500 billion investment in AI infrastructure
The U.S. administration announced a significant investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, partnering with major tech firms to commit an initial $100 billion, aiming to reach $500 billion over four years.
3. Israel's military chief resigns over 7 October 2023 failure
Israel's top general resigned, citing security and intelligence failures related to Hamas' surprise attack that triggered the war in Gaza, adding pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu.
4. Türkiye detains nine in connection with ski resort hotel fire
A fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalkaya ski resort, western Turkey, has killed 76 people and injured dozens. Survivors described chaotic scenes as they fled through smoke-filled corridors, with no fire alarms sounding during the incident. Authorities have detained nine people, including the hotel owner, as investigations continue. DNA tests are being conducted to identify some of the victims.
The tragedy, which occurred during the peak winter tourism season, has drawn criticism over the hotel’s safety measures. President Tayyip Erdogan declared a national day of mourning, while the hotel pledged full cooperation with th`e inquiry.
5. Shipping in Dardanelles Strait suspended
Ship traffic in the Dardanelles Strait has been suspended in both directions, according to the Navigation Control Service in the Dardanelles Strait.
"Due to limited visibility caused by heavy fog, ship traffic has been suspended since 06:17 (local time). Ship traffic will resume once the fog clears," the Service stated.
6. Kyrgyzstan enacts law limiting religious influence
President Sadyr Zhaparov of Kyrgyzstan has signed a landmark law aimed at reducing the influence of religion in public and political life, according to Trend reports. The law bans clothing that conceals identity in public places and government institutions, except for work-related or medical purposes. It also prohibits religious ceremonies in settings such as nursing homes, prisons, and military units when foreign religious figures are involved.
The law further restricts the distribution of religious literature outside religious settings and bans political parties from being founded on religious principles. Political campaigns must remain secular, and parties are prohibited from receiving financial support from foreign governments or religious organizations. These measures underscore the government’s efforts to reinforce secularism in the country’s governance and public life.
7.China calls for ‘new starting point’ in ties with US under Trump
China has called for improved ties with the US under President Donald Trump’s second term, emphasizing principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation. Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun expressed Beijing's willingness to strengthen dialogue and properly manage differences to enhance China-US relations.
While relations soured during Trump’s first term due to a trade war, Trump recently praised Chinese President Xi Jinping and highlighted the potential for collaborative problem-solving. However, tensions remain as Trump signed executive orders to withdraw the US from the Paris climate agreement and the World Health Organization, moves criticized by Beijing, which reaffirmed its commitment to global health and climate efforts.
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Four more survivors from the Greek ship Eternity C were rescued from the Red Sea on Thursday, following a deadly Houthi attack that left ten still missing.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during the latter’s anticipated trip to Scotland this month, according to a source familiar with the plans.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, just before a planned trip to China, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Amid rising global tensions, top diplomats from Russia and the United States met in Malaysia to assess key international crises and explore ways to restore bilateral cooperation.
Australian researchers have pioneered a low-cost and scalable plasma-based method to produce ammonia gas directly from air, offering a green alternative to the traditional fossil fuel-dependent Haber-Bosch process.
A series of earthquakes have struck Guatemala on Tuesday afternoon, leading authorities to advise residents to evacuate from buildings as a precaution against possible aftershocks.
Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,500-year-old city in northern Peru that likely served as a key trade hub connecting ancient coastal, Andean, and Amazonian cultures.
A deadly mass shooting early on Monday (7 July) in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighbourhood left three men dead and nine others wounded, including teenagers, as more than 100 shots were fired.
On July 4, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Khankendi, reaffirming the deep-rooted alliance between the two nations.
Beijing has urged the European Union to tone down its criticism and adopt “less protectionist” policies, after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen accused China of flooding global markets and enabling Russia’s war economy.
Russian-origin aluminium made up 66 % of available London Metal Exchange inventories in June, down three points from May, while Indian metal climbed to 34 %, the exchange’s latest data show.
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission has launched a fresh investigation into TikTok after the platform revealed that some European users’ data had briefly been stored on Chinese servers, contradicting earlier assurances.
Four more survivors from the Greek ship Eternity C were rescued from the Red Sea on Thursday, following a deadly Houthi attack that left ten still missing.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during the latter’s anticipated trip to Scotland this month, according to a source familiar with the plans.
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