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.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency Board of Governors meeting today after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Canberra supports the U.S. strike on Iran and calls for de-escalation and diplomacy.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that U.S. strikes hit entrances to tunnels storing part of Iran’s enriched uranium at the Isfahan nuclear site.
Global oil prices surged on Sunday as the Israel-Iran conflict continued to rattle markets, with Brent crude rising 3.9% to $80 per barrel and U.S. crude climbing 4.3% to $77 per barrel.
Tesla has begun a small-scale robotaxi trial in Austin, Texas, deploying about 10 self-driving cars to pick up paying passengers in a limited area, as the state enacts new regulations for autonomous vehicles.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency Board of Governors meeting today after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Canberra supports the U.S. strike on Iran and calls for de-escalation and diplomacy.
China has condemned the U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, warning it has undermined Washington’s credibility and risks triggering a broader regional crisis.
Some Democratic and Republican lawmakers are urging Congress to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran, warning against deeper U.S. involvement in the escalating Middle East conflict.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that U.S. strikes hit entrances to tunnels storing part of Iran’s enriched uranium at the Isfahan nuclear site.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighbouring regions early Friday morning, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
A high-speed tram derailment in central Gothenburg, Sweden, has left at least eight people injured late on Thursday (19 June), after the vehicle slammed into a snack bar on Avenyn Avenue.
China has unveiled a mosquito-sized bionic drone designed for covert military operations and battlefield reconnaissance, marking a major advance in micro-robotics and stealth technology as part of the country’s growing focus on next-generation warfare capabilities.
The 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit was held June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, under Canada’s presidency. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed the meeting around priorities of protecting communities, energy and climate security, the digital transition, and future partnerships.
The USS Nimitz is heading to the Middle East amid tensions between Israel and Iran. The U.S. aircraft carrier has a decades-long history in the region, from the 1979 hostage crisis to modern deployments, often serving as a key asset during periods of rising friction with Iran.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency Board of Governors meeting today after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Canberra supports the U.S. strike on Iran and calls for de-escalation and diplomacy.
China has condemned the U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, warning it has undermined Washington’s credibility and risks triggering a broader regional crisis.
Some Democratic and Republican lawmakers are urging Congress to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran, warning against deeper U.S. involvement in the escalating Middle East conflict.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that U.S. strikes hit entrances to tunnels storing part of Iran’s enriched uranium at the Isfahan nuclear site.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency Board of Governors meeting today after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Canberra supports the U.S. strike on Iran and calls for de-escalation and diplomacy.
China has condemned the U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, warning it has undermined Washington’s credibility and risks triggering a broader regional crisis.
Some Democratic and Republican lawmakers are urging Congress to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran, warning against deeper U.S. involvement in the escalating Middle East conflict.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that U.S. strikes hit entrances to tunnels storing part of Iran’s enriched uranium at the Isfahan nuclear site.
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