Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for June 9th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Israel says body of Hamas commander Sinwar found
Israel’s military says it has identified the body of top Hamas commander Mohammed Sinwar beneath a hospital in southern Gaza.
The Israeli military says it has located and identified the body of Mohammed Sinwar, the military leader of the Palestinian armed group Hamas in Gaza.
His body was found in a tunnel beneath the European Hospital in the southern city of Khan Younis. The military says the identity was confirmed through DNA testing, though Hamas has not publicly acknowledged his death.
Sinwar, 49, was killed in an air strike on 13 May, which the Hamas-run civil defence agency said left 28 people dead and dozens injured.
His death is the latest in a series of assassinations that have severely impacted Hamas’s leadership, though the group’s grip on power in Gaza remains unbroken.
2. Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
Clashes erupted in Los Angeles on Sunday as National Guard troops deployed by President Trump faced off with protesters outside a federal detention centre. The unrest followed days of demonstrations over immigration raids, with crowds blocking a major freeway and setting autonomous vehicles on fire.
Police used tear gas, rubber bullets, and flash bangs to disperse protesters, some of whom formed makeshift barricades and hurled objects at officers. Authorities declared an unlawful assembly as tensions rose, prompting most demonstrators to leave by evening. Trump vowed “very strong law and order” and hinted at broader troop deployments.
3. Trump’s new travel ban set to take effect amid escalating tension over immigration enforcement
President Donald Trump's new travel ban targeting 12 predominantly African and Middle Eastern countries took effect Monday, intensifying tensions over his immigration policies.
The order bars entry for citizens of nations including Afghanistan, Iran, Libya, and Somalia, and adds restrictions for travelers from countries like Cuba, Venezuela, and Laos without valid U.S. visas. Existing visas remain valid, but new applicants must meet strict exemption criteria or face denial.
4. Thousands march in Colombia to show support for shot senator Uribe
Colombian senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot from behind during a campaign event in Bogotá on Saturday, his party confirmed. The 39-year-old conservative, and grandson of a former president, remains in critical condition after undergoing neurosurgery, according to Santa Fe Foundation hospital.
The attack comes amid rising political tensions as President Gustavo Petro faces opposition over proposed labour reforms. Authorities arrested an underage suspect, though it’s unclear if he acted alone. Petro condemned the shooting and vowed full intelligence resources to identify those responsible, while also noting the legal protections afforded to the minor.
5. Ukraine confirms upcoming prisoner swap with Russia
Ukraine says a new prisoner exchange with Russia involving 1,000 troops from each side will begin next week.
Ukrainian officials have confirmed a new prisoner of war swap with Russia.
They say the exchange of captured soldiers and bodies is set to begin next week. The announcement follows Moscow’s accusation that Kyiv had delayed the process.
The planned swap involves 1,000 servicemen from each side and also includes the return of deceased and severely wounded individuals. It is based on agreements reached during peace talks held in Istanbul last week.
6. UN Ocean conference kicks off today in France
Dozens of research and exploration vessels gathered off the coast of Nice on Sunday to launch the third U.N. Ocean Conference, coinciding with World Oceans Day.
Under the theme “Ocean Wonders,” ships sailed across the Bay of Angels to highlight the ocean’s vital role and call for stronger global action. Thousands of delegates, including world leaders and scientists, will attend the summit to address urgent threats like rising temperatures, plastic pollution, and overfishing.
Currently, only 2.7% of the world’s oceans are effectively protected—far short of the 30% target set for 2030.
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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...
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced the successful conclusion of negotiations with the EU on a new Partnership Agenda following the of...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry has dismantled two criminal groups in Baku, detaining Russian nationals suspected of trafficking drugs from Iran and conducting cyber fraud operations.
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