Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 7th , covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Russia and Ukraine conduct overnight airstrikes on capitals.
Russia and Ukraine carried out overnight air attacks targeting each other's capitals, with drones intercepted near Moscow and missile and drone strikes reported in Kyiv, resulting in injuries, property damage, and temporary flight suspensions amid heightened tensions ahead of Victory Day events.
2.India strikes Pakistan in ‘Sindoor’ operation: Islamabad vows response.
India has conducted missile strikes under Operation Sindoor in Pakistan-administered regions, citing targeted action against alleged militant infrastructure after a deadly attack in Kashmir; Pakistan has reported civilian casualties and condemned the strikes, amid heightened tensions and increased military alertness on both sides.
3. U.S. and China to hold high-level talks in Switzerland amid escalating trade war.
Top U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, are set to meet with Chinese counterparts in Switzerland this weekend, marking the first major talks between the nations since President Trump’s trade war began, with growing concerns over tariffs' impact on global markets.
4. Friedrich Merz wins second round of voting to become Germany's next chancellor.
Friedrich Merz secured the required majority to become Germany's next chancellor after a historic first-round defeat, following a tense vote in parliament. His victory marks the culmination of months of political instability, with Merz's coalition now tasked with addressing key domestic and international challenges.
5. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to visit Paris for talks with Macron on Syria's stability and reconstruction.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa will visit Paris on Wednesday, marking his first trip to Europe since Bashar al-Assad’s overthrow.
In talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, the two leaders will discuss Syria's sovereignty, counter-terrorism efforts, the handling of minorities, and the potential easing of sanctions to support the country's reconstruction.
6. Soviet-era Venus probe Kosmos 482 set to reenter Earth’s atmosphere after 53 years in orbit.
Launched in 1972 for a Venus mission, the Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 is projected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere between May 8 and 12, 2025, after orbiting for 53 years. The exact location of its reentry is still unknown, with a potential impact area covering large regions on both sides of the equator.
Experts believe that although the spacecraft’s strong build might enable it to withstand reentry, the likelihood of causing significant damage is minimal.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is engaged in talks with Azerbaijan and exploring outreach to Central Asian nations regarding a pote...
Donald Trump has ordered two U.S. nuclear submarines to be deployed near Russia, citing a need to counter what he called provocative threats from Krem...
Leaders of Türkiye, Italy and Libya met in Istanbul on Friday, pledging deeper cooperation on energy, migration and regional stability....
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed recent Western recognition of Palestine, saying a Palestinian state cannot exist without Israel’s ...
Cambodia will nominate U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize following his role in ending a deadly five-day armed conflict with Thaila...
The deadline to secure a new U.S. trade deal arrives today, potentially marking a turning point in the country’s economic strategy amid faltering momentum on global agreements and rising international tensions.
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is due to start his two-day state visit to Pakistan on Saturday while the relations of the two neighboring countries have gained new significance in terms of regional and international developments.
McDonald's plans to significantly expand its investments in artificial intelligence by 2027, with India expected to play a central role in data governance, engineering, and platform development, a senior executive said on Friday.
President Donald Trump’s decision this morning to impose a new wave of U.S. import tariffs set off a flurry of statements from capitals around the world. While some governments secured last-minute concessions, others blasted the move as a destabilizing shock to the global trading system.
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.
Australian researchers have created a groundbreaking “biological AI” platform that could revolutionise drug discovery by rapidly evolving molecules within mammalian cells.
Australian researchers have pioneered a low-cost and scalable plasma-based method to produce ammonia gas directly from air, offering a green alternative to the traditional fossil fuel-dependent Haber-Bosch process.
A series of earthquakes have struck Guatemala on Tuesday afternoon, leading authorities to advise residents to evacuate from buildings as a precaution against possible aftershocks.
'Superman' continued to dominate the summer box office, pulling in another $57.25 million in its second weekend, as theatres welcome a wave of blockbuster competition following a challenging few years for the film industry.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is engaged in talks with Azerbaijan and exploring outreach to Central Asian nations regarding a potential expansion of the Abraham Accords, five sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
Donald Trump has ordered two U.S. nuclear submarines to be deployed near Russia, citing a need to counter what he called provocative threats from Kremlin official Dmitry Medvedev.
Leaders of Türkiye, Italy and Libya met in Istanbul on Friday, pledging deeper cooperation on energy, migration and regional stability.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed recent Western recognition of Palestine, saying a Palestinian state cannot exist without Israel’s agreement.
Cambodia will nominate U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize following his role in ending a deadly five-day armed conflict with Thailand.
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