Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 2nd, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Ukraine's air force says Russia launched 150 drones during its overnight attack
Russia launched 150 drones in an overnight assault, Ukraine’s air force said Friday, downing 64 and disrupting 62 with electronic warfare, while 24 remain unaccounted for.
Ukraine’s air force said Friday that Russia launched 150 drones in an overnight strike. Of those, 64 were shot down and 62 likely fell short due to electronic-warfare measures, while the status of the remaining 24 remains unknown.
EU and US edge closer to €50 billion trade deal, EU trade commissioner says
EU Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič said the EU could cut its $ U.S. trade deficit by buying an extra €50 billion of American goods—especially LNG and soybeans—and is in talks with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. He warned that any comprehensive deal would require President Trump to lift his 10 percent tariffs on EU steel and aluminum, which remain despite a brief pause in April. With both sides still smarting from tit-for-tat duties, he acknowledged that securing an agreement acceptable to EU member states and the European Parliament will be tough, even as Brussels insists on giving negotiations a fair shot.
Baku hosts inauguration of 2025 RG European Cup
The European Cup Series in Rhythmic Gymnastics officially opened today at Baku’s National Gymnastics Arena. The ceremony began with each nation’s delegation and flag being introduced, after which Azerbaijan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Farid Gayibov, spoke about the country’s proud history of hosting premier gymnastics events and its achievements in the discipline. The Republic of Azerbaijan’s National Anthem followed, succeeded by an artistic performance. In the individual competitions, Azerbaijan will be represented by Govhar Ibrahimova and Zohra Jafarova. Over the next four days, 175 gymnasts from 25 countries will compete for European Cup medals.
Saturday talks between Iran and the U.S. have been postponed
"We, along with our Omani and American counterparts, have decided to postpone the fourth round of negotiations due to logistical and technical reasons," Araqchi wrote on his X account on Thursday.
He emphasized that Iran’s commitment to reaching a negotiated solution remains unchanged.
"In fact, we are more determined than ever to achieve a fair and balanced agreement—one that ends the sanctions, builds lasting confidence in the peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear program, and fully upholds Iran’s rights," he added.
The Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the postponement of the talks was proposed by the Omani Foreign Minister, adding that information about a new possible date will be announced later.
Baqaei reaffirmed Iran's commitment to pursuing diplomacy in order to secure the legitimate and legal interests of the Iranian nation and to bring an end to sanctions and economic pressures, which he said affect the human rights and welfare of every Iranian.
Senior Ukrainian official: Parliament to ratify minerals deals with US in few weeks
Ukraine's parliament will ratify within the next few weeks a deal with the United States on developing minerals, First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said on Thursday.
"We want to ratify it as soon as possible. So we plan to do it within the coming weeks," Svyrydenko told an online briefing.
Svyrydenko, who signed the deal in Washington on Tuesday, said some technical details have to be completed before a joint U.S.-Ukraine investment fund could become operational.
"We really need to be more sustainable and more self-sufficient, and this is a real tool that can help us achieve this goal," she said.
The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuw...
The bodies of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and members of his household killed in Israeli–U.S. air raids were laid to...
At least 28 people have died after a fire tore through a shoe factory in southeastern China, trapping hundreds of workers inside the multi-storey buil...
At least 28 people have died after a fire tore through a shoe factory in southeastern China, trapping hundreds of workers inside the multi-storey building. Authorities said more than 200 people escaped, while others were unable to get out before the blaze spread.
Hundreds of Palestinians gathered in Gaza to mourn Mohammad al-Waheidi, an aid worker remembered for bringing rare moments of happiness to families displaced by war by organising public screenings of World Cup matches.
Azerbaijan should unlock the full potential of its tourism sector to drive long-term economic growth, diversify its economy and create jobs as reliance on hydrocarbons declines, the World Bank has said.
The South Caucasus is increasingly being viewed not only through the lens of past conflicts but also as a strategic bridge linking Europe, the Caspian region and Central Asia. One analyst says this presents an opportunity for a new Euro-Atlantic approach focused on long-term regional cooperation.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the memorandum of understanding signed with Iran to end the conflict was "over", adding he did not want to engage with Tehran, calling the Iranian leadership "sick people".
The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to 3,811, according to figures released by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez on Wednesday.
Typhoon Bavi churned southeast of Taiwan in the Pacific Ocean on Thursday, its winds easing overnight to just shy of 200 kph (124 mph), as authorities urged residents to stock up on supplies and brace for what could be the most powerful typhoon since 2024.
The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in the latest escalation to derail efforts to end the war.
The Welsh rock singer Bonnie Tyler, best known for the global hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has died aged 75 in Portugal.
China's technology sector is producing billion-dollar startups at its fastest pace in nearly five years, with artificial intelligence and robotics driving a new wave of investment that is reshaping the country's innovation economy.
At least 28 people have died after a fire tore through a shoe factory in southeastern China, trapping hundreds of workers inside the multi-storey building. Authorities said more than 200 people escaped, while others were unable to get out before the blaze spread.
It has been a punishing week for large parts of China, and forecasters warn the worst may not be over. After Typhoon Maysak left a trail of destruction and at least 23 people dead, Super Typhoon Bavi is now threatening the country's eastern coast.
Western Europe experienced its hottest June since records began in 2026, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). The record-breaking month brought extreme heat, widespread disruption and thousands of excess deaths across parts of the continent.
South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld former President Yoon Suk Yeol's seven-year prison sentence in a case linked to his 2024 attempt to impose martial law.
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