Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 8th , covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Trump expected to unveil trade deal with UK amid global tensions.
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a significant new trade agreement with the United Kingdom on Thursday, signalling what may be the beginning of a broader economic strategy aimed at strengthening bilateral ties with key allies.
The move comes at a critical time for global markets, as tensions escalate between major economies and trade negotiations take centre stage in shaping future economic alliances.
2. Victory Day 2025: Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Allied Victory.
On May 8, 2025, the United States marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in Europe, commemorating the end of World War II and the defeat of fascism.
This Victory Day not only honours the bravery of American service members but also reaffirms the nation’s commitment to preserving liberty and promoting peace globally. The day is a reminder of the sacrifices made and the importance of working toward a secure, prosperous, and free world.
3. Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow for key summit with Putin.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow on Wednesday ahead of high-level talks with President Vladimir Putin and his participation in Russia’s Victory Day parade, signalling deepening ties between two powers increasingly aligned in global affairs.
4. Azerbaijan and Vietnam formalize strategic partnership in Baku.
On May 7, Azerbaijan and Vietnam took a major step in strengthening their bilateral relations as President Ilham Aliyev and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, signed key agreements in Baku.
The signing ceremony formalized a strategic partnership between the two nations, aimed at enhancing cooperation across a range of sectors and fostering deeper political, economic, and cultural ties.
5. Trump hints at major announcement on Gaza within 24 hours.
President Donald Trump has suggested that a significant announcement on Gaza will be made within the next 24 hours, following heightened discussions surrounding the region’s ongoing crisis.
The remarks come after Trump teased a “very big announcement,” though it remains unclear if both statements are connected.
6. U.S. approves Qatari plan to fund Syrian public sector salaries amid economic overhaul.
The U.S. has approved a Qatari-backed plan to fund salary increases for over a million Syrian civil servants, offering vital economic relief amid Syria’s ongoing recovery from 14 years of conflict, sanctions, and mismanagement.
The initiative, which is expected to begin next month, marks a cautious shift in U.S. policy and may pave the way for further international engagement with Syria’s reformed government.
7. Türkiye and Israel start direct talks in Baku on regional security.
Direct talks between Türkiye and Israel are set to begin today in Baku, focusing on regional security concerns, particularly the situation in Syria.
Reports suggest that Israel will advocate for the demilitarisation of areas near its border and the prevention of strategic weapons deployments that could pose a threat to its security. The talks highlight growing cooperation between the two countries amid shared regional interests.
German police say at least 17 people were injured in a knife attack at Hamburg’s main train station on Friday.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the arrest of those responsible for the failed launch of the country’s second naval destroyer, calling the incident an “unpardonable criminal act” and demanding accountability amid skepticism over the extent of damage to the warship.
A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to strip Harvard University of its ability to enrol international students, following a lawsuit that marks a major escalation in tensions between the White House and the Ivy League institution.
Russia and Ukraine have carried out a major prisoner exchange, each returning 270 military personnel and 120 civilians to the other side, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
Iran and the United States ended their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome with some progress but no resolution, according to the mediator from Oman.
Despite warnings from FEMA that offering aid to migrants might violate smuggling laws, shelters along the U.S.-Mexico border continue to receive individuals released by ICE, creating confusion and concern among nonprofits.
Russia is preparing to present Ukraine with a draft peace proposal once a recent prisoner swap concludes, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced Friday, signaling a potential step forward in peace efforts.
Boeing has struck a deal with the U.S. Justice Department to avoid criminal charges over the 737 Max tragedies, agreeing to pay over $1.1 billion in penalties, victim support, and safety reforms.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the arrest of those responsible for the failed launch of the country’s second naval destroyer, calling the incident an “unpardonable criminal act” and demanding accountability amid skepticism over the extent of damage to the warship.
Tensions flare in the India-France Rafale deal as France refuses to share the fighter jet’s source code, limiting India’s ability to integrate indigenous weapons and reducing its combat autonomy.
France has rejected India’s request to share source codes needed to integrate indigenous weapons into Rafale fighter jets. Despite repeated appeals, French manufacturer Dassault Aviation has refused to compromise on the issue
Anton Kobyakov, adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin, claimed at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum that the USSR’s dissolution was legally invalid and that the Soviet Union still exists under constitutional law, framing the Ukraine war as an “internal process.”
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Two staff members from the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C.- Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim were shot and killed on Wednesday night by a lone gunman as they left an event at the Capital Jewish Museum, close to the White House.
Iran and the United States ended their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome with some progress but no resolution, according to the mediator from Oman.
Russia is preparing to present Ukraine with a draft peace proposal once a recent prisoner swap concludes, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced Friday, signaling a potential step forward in peace efforts.
Boeing has struck a deal with the U.S. Justice Department to avoid criminal charges over the 737 Max tragedies, agreeing to pay over $1.1 billion in penalties, victim support, and safety reforms.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the arrest of those responsible for the failed launch of the country’s second naval destroyer, calling the incident an “unpardonable criminal act” and demanding accountability amid skepticism over the extent of damage to the warship.
German police say at least 17 people were injured in a knife attack at Hamburg’s main train station on Friday.
Iran and the United States ended their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome with some progress but no resolution, according to the mediator from Oman.
Despite warnings from FEMA that offering aid to migrants might violate smuggling laws, shelters along the U.S.-Mexico border continue to receive individuals released by ICE, creating confusion and concern among nonprofits.
Russia is preparing to present Ukraine with a draft peace proposal once a recent prisoner swap concludes, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced Friday, signaling a potential step forward in peace efforts.
Boeing has struck a deal with the U.S. Justice Department to avoid criminal charges over the 737 Max tragedies, agreeing to pay over $1.1 billion in penalties, victim support, and safety reforms.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the arrest of those responsible for the failed launch of the country’s second naval destroyer, calling the incident an “unpardonable criminal act” and demanding accountability amid skepticism over the extent of damage to the warship.
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