Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for March 9th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Panama to grant some temporary permits to migrants sent from the U.S.
A group of migrants, deported under an agreement between the U.S. administration of President Donald Trump and Panama, wait at a bus terminal in Panama City on March 8, 2025. The migrants are looking for a place to go after Panamanian authorities issued temporary permits, allowing some of them to remain in Panama for up to 90 days. The migrants had been recently sent from the United States.
Syria's Sharaa says developments within 'expected challenges' as clashes continue, Arab media say
In a video shared by Arab media outlets, including Saudi Arabia's Al-Arabiya TV, Sharaa urged for national unity while speaking at a mosque.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported on Saturday that clashes in the country's coastal region over the past two days have resulted in more than 1,000 deaths.
Russia downs 88 Ukrainian drones overnight, RIA reports
Russian air defense forces shot down 88 Ukrainian drones overnight, according to RIA state news agency on Sunday, citing information from the defense ministry.
A delegation from Taiwan attends a meeting at the National People's Congress in Beijing
A delegation from Taiwan participated in a meeting at the National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing this week. The gathering, held as part of the annual NPC sessions, brought together representatives from various regions and sectors to discuss key issues affecting China.
The Taiwanese delegation's presence is seen as part of ongoing efforts to maintain communication between Taiwan and China despite ongoing political tensions. Both sides have expressed interest in fostering dialogue, although challenges remain in bridging differences on important matters, including cross-strait relations.
While the meeting did not lead to significant breakthroughs, it provided an opportunity for direct interaction between the two parties, highlighting the delicate nature of Taiwan-China relations.
Wildfire breaks out on in New York prompting calls to evacuate
Four wildfires erupted near the Hamptons on Long Island, New York, on Saturday, causing widespread panic and devastation. Dark clouds of smoke were seen engulfing the skies over Westhampton, one of the hardest-hit areas, as driving shots captured the massive smoke plumes moving across the horizon.
The fires have prompted authorities to issue evacuation orders for residents in several nearby towns. In response to the escalating situation, New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in the affected areas on Saturday afternoon.
The fires, visible from miles away, have disrupted local communities, with large smoke clouds filling parking lots and roadside areas. A video taken by Claire Braun shows the thick smoke and the dramatic impact on the region as the fires continue to burn. The video, confirmed by road layouts, building facades, and satellite imagery, depicts intense scenes of smoke clouds overtaking the landscape.
As of now, authorities are working to contain the fires, with emergency services actively coordinating evacuation efforts to ensure public safety.
Israel, Hamas signal readiness for next ceasefire talks as mediators push for progress
Israel and Hamas signaled on Saturday that they were preparing for the next phase of ceasefire talks, aimed at extending the fragile 42-day truce that began in January. Hamas said there were positive signs for the second-phase negotiations but did not provide details. Israel confirmed it would send a delegation to Doha on Monday to advance talks.
A Hamas delegation is also in Cairo discussing with Egyptian and Qatari mediators about moving the deal forward, which could help end the war. Hamas has called for the lifting of the Gaza blockade and an administrative committee to govern Gaza until elections.
Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed two Palestinians on Saturday, following earlier strikes on Friday. The ceasefire deal from January included the release of the remaining 59 hostages in a second phase, which has yet to begin. Israel has imposed a blockade on Gaza, demanding the release of hostages before further negotiations.
The conflict, which started after a Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has killed over 48,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza health authorities, and displaced nearly the entire population.
Naval drills between Iran, Russia and China start on Monday, Iran media says
Annual joint naval drills between Iran, Russia, and China are set to begin on Monday in the southeastern Iranian port of Chabahar, according to Iran's Tasnim news agency. The exercises, which focus on enhancing maritime security and cooperation between the three nations, are part of ongoing military cooperation between the countries.
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The South Caucasus—comprising Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia—has long been a geopolitical crossroads where regional and global powers intersect.
China has accused foreign intelligence agencies of smuggling rare earth metals out of the country by manipulating shipping logistics and recruiting insiders, according to a statement from the Ministry of State Security.
An explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department training facility has reportedly claimed the lives of three deputies, according to local media reports on Friday. However, officials have not yet confirmed any casualties.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone call on Friday to discuss regional developments, with particular focus on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Syria, according to a statement released by the Kremlin press service.
The world’s biggest dance music festival faces an unexpected setback as a fire destroys its main stage, prompting a last-minute response from organisers determined to keep the party alive in Boom, Belgium.
China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will send an upgraded ‘version 3.0’ free-trade agreement to their heads of government for approval in October, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Saturday after regional talks in Kuala Lumpur.
Germany's export slump since 2021 is largely driven by deep-rooted competitiveness issues, the Bundesbank warned in its latest report, calling for urgent structural reforms.
Israeli researchers have unveiled an artificial intelligence tool that can determine a person’s true biological age from tiny DNA samples with remarkable precision.
Two Harry Potter actresses, Emma Watson and Zoe Wanamaker, have each received a six-month driving ban after separate speeding offences, both sentenced on the same day at a Buckinghamshire court.
North Korea has stopped foreign tourists from visiting its new Wonsan-Kalma resort just weeks after it welcomed the first Russian visitors.
U.S. President Donald Trump says Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar in the U.S., though the company has not confirmed the claim.
The U.S. ambassador to Türkiye says Israel and Syria have reached a ceasefire deal supported by Türkiye, Jordan, and regional actors after cross-border strikes this week heightened tensions.
The Trump administration has completed a controversial prisoner swap with Venezuela, returning around 250 deported Venezuelans in exchange for 10 American detainees.
Congo and the M23 rebel group have agreed on a declaration of principles after months of Qatar-mediated talks, aiming to end fighting in the country’s east.
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