Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 31st, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1.Trump says Gaza truce and Iran nuclear deal both within reach.
US President Donald Trump said Friday that a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and a nuclear deal with Iran may soon be achievable, citing ongoing diplomatic efforts.
2. Germany urged to expand military by 45% to meet NATO goals.
Germany must significantly increase its armed forces to meet NATO capability targets and respond to rising security challenges, according to the head of the German Armed Forces Association.
3. Trump doubles steel tariffs to 50% to protect US industry.
President Donald Trump announced an increase in steel tariffs from 25% to 50% to better protect the US steel industry and close loopholes used by foreign competitors. Speaking at a steel plant in Pennsylvania, he stressed the move’s importance for safeguarding American jobs, boosting investments, and strengthening national security.
4. Kazakhstan hosts first Central Asia-Italy summit in Astana.
Kazakhstan’s capital Astana hosted the inaugural Central Asia-Italy summit, bringing together leaders from five Central Asian countries and Italy to enhance economic cooperation.
President Tokayev proposed an Italian trading house in Almaty and a new “B5+Italy” dialogue platform to boost trade and investment.
5. Erdogan and Zelenskyy discuss peace prospects and regional stability in phone call.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation focusing on bilateral ties, regional stability, and advancing peace talks.
6. Poland’s presidential runoff set for Sunday as Trzaskowski and Nawrocki vie closely.
Poland faces a crucial presidential runoff vote on Sunday as liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski and national conservative historian Karol Nawrocki compete in a tightly contested race. The outcome is expected to significantly influence the country’s political direction amid a divided electorate and high public interest.
7. Quarry collapse in Indonesia kills at least 10, injures 6.
At least 10 people were killed and six others injured after a stone quarry collapsed in Indonesia’s West Java province on Friday, burying heavy machinery and workers under debris. The incident, believed to be caused by a mining error, has prompted a suspension of operations while rescue efforts continue.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan launched their first interparliamentary forum in Khiva on July 1, marking a new chapter in bilateral legislative cooperation...
The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation will hold a Youth Forum in Baku this July, aiming to strengthen youth engagement in sustainable developm...
The U.S. Department of Justice and FBI on Monday announced an arrest and indictments related to North Korea’s 'IT worker' program, through which Nor...
An anonymous letter sent to Minval.az alleges that the Russian military ordered the strike on an AZAL flight downed near Grozny in December 2024, offe...
A senior figure in Russia’s defence establishment, Timur Ivanov, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after being found guilty of corruption, am...
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan launched their first interparliamentary forum in Khiva on July 1, marking a new chapter in bilateral legislative cooperation between the two countries.
The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation will hold a Youth Forum in Baku this July, aiming to strengthen youth engagement in sustainable development.
An anonymous letter sent to Minval.az alleges that the Russian military ordered the strike on an AZAL flight downed near Grozny in December 2024, offering testimony, audio clips, and technical details that may aid ongoing investigations.
A senior figure in Russia’s defence establishment, Timur Ivanov, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after being found guilty of corruption, amid an escalating crackdown on high-level misconduct.
The U.S. economy faces a 40% risk of recession in the second half of 2025, JP Morgan analysts said on Wednesday, citing rising tariffs and stagflation concerns.
China has ramped up efforts to protect communities impacted by flood control measures, introducing stronger compensation policies and direct aid from the central government.
Severe rain in Venezuela has caused rivers to overflow and triggered landslides, sweeping away homes and collapsing a highway bridge, with five states affected and no casualties reported so far.
A malfunction in the radar transmission system at the Area Control Center in Milan suspended more than 300 flights at the weekend, across northwest Italy since Saturday evening according to Italy's air traffic controller Enav (National Agency for Flight Assistance).
Thousands of protesters rallied in Bangkok on Saturday, demanding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resign as political and economic tensions mount.
Concerns over new U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump are weighing on global manufacturing, though June data show signs of resilience in countries like Japan, China, and Ireland.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on July 1 to offer condolences, express gratitude for regional support, and reaffirm mutual commitment to sovereignty and bilateral cooperation.
The U.S. Department of Justice and FBI on Monday announced an arrest and indictments related to North Korea’s 'IT worker' program, through which North Koreans secured remote tech jobs at more than a 100 U.S. companies to steal money and data globally.
A senior figure in Russia’s defence establishment, Timur Ivanov, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after being found guilty of corruption, amid an escalating crackdown on high-level misconduct.
As the Dalai Lama turns 90, the question of his successor is drawing global attention — not just spiritually, but a deeply political one for China, India, and the U.S.
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