AnewZ Morning Brief – 24 June 2026

AnewZ Morning Brief – 24 June 2026
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Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 24 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.   

U.S. Senate backs measure to halt Trump's war on Iran

The U.S. Senate has approved a measure directing President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran, in a rare rebuke from Congress that highlights growing concern over the conflict. While the resolution is largely symbolic and faces legal uncertainty, it increases pressure on the White House as it pursues peace talks with Tehran.

UN accuses Israel of targeting Palestinian children

A U.N. inquiry accused Israeli forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank, alleging genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. Israel rejected the findings, calling the report defamatory and biased.

11,000 stranded sailors, Gulf vessels begin evacuation under UN plan

The U.N.'s shipping agency has begun a phased operation to help hundreds of vessels and around 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Gulf transit the Strait of Hormuz following the Iran-U.S. ceasefire. The evacuation is being coordinated with regional states and maritime authorities, with ships being guided through temporary routes due to ongoing safety risks.

Kim orders rapid expansion of North Korea's navy

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for the construction of two 5,000-ton warships every year over the next five years, as he unveiled a new destroyer and pledged to modernise the country's naval forces. Kim said the navy's role would expand significantly, with plans also including larger strategic warships and further development of its nuclear capabilities.

Uzbekistan fans proud despite Portugal defeat

Uzbekistan’s historic World Cup debut continued with a tough 5-0 defeat to Portugal in Houston, where Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice and made more tournament history. Despite the loss, fans across Uzbekistan continued to back their team, seeing the match as another milestone in the country’s first appearance on football’s biggest stage.

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