Israeli Airstrike Kills 9 in Gaza
An Israeli airstrike on Beit Lahiya killed 9 Palestinians as Hamas holds ceasefire talks in Cairo.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for February 28th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Erdoğan urges EU to take concrete steps to improve ties with Türkiye.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told European Council President António Costa that Türkiye expects the EU to take concrete steps to strengthen ties. In a phone call, they discussed regional issues, European security, and Türkiye's role in peace efforts.
2. FTC to relocate to former USAID building amid cost-saving measures.
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission will move to the former USAID building in the coming months. According to Bloomberg, the decision by the U.S. Government Efficiency Agency, overseen by Elon Musk, aims to save over $11 million by not renewing FTC’s current lease.
3. Trump announces talks on Ukraine's territorial return.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that negotiations will take place regarding the return of Ukrainian territories. During a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, he emphasized efforts to restore significant areas to Ukraine.
4. Pope Francis' condition improves amid pneumonia treatment.
Pope Francis' condition has improved over the past 24 hours as he receives treatment for bilateral pneumonia, though doctors remain cautious about making predictions. The 88-year-old pontiff continues medical procedures and prayer while working in the afternoon.
5. Kim Jong Un urges North Korean military to be ready for nuclear weapon use.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for the country’s military to be ready to use nuclear weapons. During strategic cruise missile tests, he emphasized the importance of enhancing nuclear readiness to defend sovereignty and demonstrate military retaliation capabilities.
6. Scientists predict giant tsunamis from Antarctic glacier melting.
Scientists warn of potential giant tsunamis triggered by melting glaciers in Antarctica. Their study, published in Nature, suggests that underwater landslides caused by climate change could produce massive waves, affecting coasts across South America, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
XPeng Motors plans to mass-produce flying cars by 2026, becoming the first company globally to do so. CEO He Xiaopeng also highlighted advancements in autonomous driving and humanoid robotics as part of the company’s future tech initiatives.
World leaders welcomed the 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine has agreed to, calling it a step toward ending the conflict with Russia.
In Tuesday’s closely watched parliamentary election, Greenland’s pro-business opposition Demokraatit party took a commanding lead after over 90% of the ballots were counted.
Regarding the Armenia-Azerbaijan process, we cannot forget the years of occupation, and we will not forget them, President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the opening ceremony of the 12th Global Baku Forum.
BioNTech forecasts a revenue decline for 2025, expecting between 1.7 billion and 2.2 billion euros, down from 2.75 billion euros last year. This drop is due to Pfizer write-downs and stable vaccination rates. BioNTech also plans significant job cuts and new hires.
An Israeli airstrike on Beit Lahiya killed 9 Palestinians as Hamas holds ceasefire talks in Cairo.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order cutting funding to Voice of America’s parent agency, forcing staff out.
Crowds in Aleppo and Damascus celebrated 14 years since the Syrian uprising that ousted Bashar al-Assad.
U.S. airstrikes on Yemen’s capital killed nine civilians as President Trump vowed to pressure Houthi rebels to halt maritime attacks.
Thousands protested in Tel Aviv, urging the government to negotiate a hostage deal and a ceasefire with Hamas.
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