AnewZ Morning Brief - April 30th, 2025
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 30th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Eli Sharabi, a former Israeli hostage released by Hamas in Gaza last month, greeted supporters outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City ahead of addressing the U.N. Security Council on March 19.
Eli Sharabi, a former Israeli hostage who was released by Hamas in Gaza last month, made a notable appearance outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City on March 19. Sharabi, who was freed alongside Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon, greeted supporters with a flower before addressing the U.N. Security Council.
Sharabi’s release followed a highly publicized hostage situation and he has become a symbol of resilience for many in Israel. His appearance outside the U.N. headquarters was an emotional moment, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region. As he prepared to address the Council, Sharabi was greeted by a crowd of supporters who expressed their solidarity.
His return to the public eye follows a complex and turbulent period, as Israel continues to navigate strained relations and escalating conflicts in the region. Sharabi’s statement at the Security Council was anticipated to focus on the humanitarian aspects of the hostage crisis and the broader implications for Israeli security.
Russia launched a major missile and drone assault on Kyiv overnight on April 24, killing at least twelve people and injuring 90, including children and a pregnant woman, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
In an expansive interview marking his first 100 days back in office, President Donald Trump sketched out an agenda that touches everything from punitive tariffs and China policy to cease-fire hopes in Ukraine and an overhaul of domestic programmes. Below are the highlights.
A deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port has left at least 40 dead, with more than 1,200 people injured, state media reported on Sunday, halting operations at one of the country’s most vital trade hubs.
For three generations, the Liebigs built railcars in Görlitz. Now, the factory that shaped their lives will produce parts for battle tanks.
North Korea has launched a new 5,000-tonne destroyer as part of Kim Jong Un’s plans to expand the country’s naval power far beyond its coastal waters.
Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) has approved a coalition agreement with the conservative Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU), securing the final step needed to form a new government under Chancellor-designate Friedrich Merz.
Political directors from France, Britain, and Germany are scheduled to meet with Iranian officials in Rome on Friday, according to two diplomatic sources who confirmed the meeting to Reuters.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, unveiled a free standalone artificial intelligence (AI) app for its Meta AI assistant on Tuesday, marking a significant move as part of the growing wave of new AI apps in the tech industry.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree renaming Volgograd International Airport to its historical name of Stalingrad, a move made official late Tuesday.
Singapore’s parliamentary election, set for May 3, will see 11 political parties competing for the 2.76 million registered voters in the city-state, with a population of 6 million. Here are the key parties and their platforms:
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