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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Punjab’s modern political story begins in 1947. The end of British rule divided the region between India and Pakistan, leaving Sikh communities with a split homeland and unresolved questions about cultural and administrative protections.
Ukraine relations are entering a new period of tension this week after remarks from a senior Ukrainian official reignited debate around Georgia’s former president Mikheil Saakashvili.
Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said on Tuesday the UN Security Council's adoption of a resolution endorsing U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza was a necessary first step on a long road towards peace.
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Thousands of users in the United States, some parts of Europe and South America on the X (formerly twitter) platform have reported being unable to access the site due to Cloudflare outage.
Ukraine is facing a sharp escalation in fighting across several fronts, with Russian forces launching large-scale offensive operations while Kyiv intensifies long-range strikes deep inside Russian territory.
Russia announced on Sunday that its forces had made significant advances in Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, capturing two settlements as part of what it described as a broader offensive aimed at securing full control of the strategic territory.
Emirates Airline is confident in Boeing’s plans for a larger 777X and has ruled out ordering Airbus’s A350-1000 at the Dubai Airshow.
China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism has issued a formal advisory urging Chinese tourists to refrain from travelling to Japan in the near future, citing growing safety risks and recent political tensions.
Punjab’s modern political story begins in 1947. The end of British rule divided the region between India and Pakistan, leaving Sikh communities with a split homeland and unresolved questions about cultural and administrative protections.
Ukraine relations are entering a new period of tension this week after remarks from a senior Ukrainian official reignited debate around Georgia’s former president Mikheil Saakashvili.
China’s newest aircraft carrier Fujian has completed its first full training voyage after conducting electromagnetic launch and recovery drills with advanced combat and support aircraft.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans to visit Türkiye to revive stalled peace talks and potentially resume prisoner exchanges with Russia.
Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said on Tuesday the UN Security Council's adoption of a resolution endorsing U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza was a necessary first step on a long road towards peace.
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