FIFA World Cup: Five new things to expect at the 2026 tournament
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be one of a kind when it kicks off on 11 June, as it brings with it a slew of firsts ahead of co-hosts Mexico takin...
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 24th June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Trump urges compliance with Israel-Iran ceasefire despite new missile strikes
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday declared that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran was now active, calling on both sides to respect the deal despite renewed hostilities overnight.“THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!” Trump posted in all capital letters on Truth Social, just hours after Israel’s ambulance service reported that four people were killed in fresh Iranian missile attacks.The statement followed Trump’s Monday announcement of what he called a "complete ceasefire" to end the 12-day war between the two countries. At the time, Trump indicated that both Israel and Iran would be allowed to finish any ongoing operations before the ceasefire took full effect in a phased process.
Iran missile hits Be'er Sheva, kills at least three
At least three people were killed and several others injured after an Iranian missile struck the southern Israeli city of Be'er Sheva, hitting a residential building.The seven-story building was hit directly just hours before U.S. President Donald Trump announced a proposed ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Emergency services rushed to the scene, where rescue efforts are still ongoing.
Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated
Iranian state-run outlet Press TV has reported that nuclear scientist Mohammad Reza Siddiqi was assassinated in a targeted attack in northern Tehran.According to Press TV, the killing was carried out as part of an Israeli operation, though no supporting evidence or official confirmation from Iranian authorities has been made public.
Terror attack in Niger kills 71 civilians during mosque gathering
At least 71 people have been killed and 20 injured in a terror attack on a village in Niger’s Tillaberi region, local media reported. The attack took place in Manda village, where unidentified gunmen targeted worshippers gathered in a mosque courtyard shortly after prayers.According to reports, the assailants opened fire on the crowd, causing mass casualties. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Starmer and Zelenskyy agree military production project in London
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have announced a military co-production agreement during a visit to London. The announcement comes amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and follows a recent deadly attack on Kyiv.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party has won the Armenian elections, picking up nearly half the vote. With a majority in parliament, Pashinyan is set for a third term as Prime Minister. But an opposition politican has said he will challenge the election results.
The results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections will determine the makeup of the National Assembly and shape the country's political direction for the foreseeable future. But in Armenia, the final result is not decided by vote percentages alone. Here's how it works.
A Sudanese man has been arrested over a knife attack in Belfast that left a man seriously injured and prompted calls online for a protest after footage of the incident circulated widely on social media.
Barcelona is preparing to mark a historic milestone in the legacy of architect Antoni Gaudí as Pope Leo XIV visits the city this week to inaugurate the Tower of Jesus Christ at the Sagrada Família basilica, almost exactly 100 years after the visionary architect’s death.
Iran and Israel have halted strikes on each other, but Tehran has warned it will recommence attacks if Israel continues military action in Lebanon. U.S. President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun have meanwhile made pleas for peace.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be one of a kind when it kicks off on 11 June, as it brings with it a slew of firsts ahead of co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match.
Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 squad arrived in Mexico wearing badges bearing the hashtag "168" in memory of victims of the deadly Minab school missile strike, which occurred during the U.S. and Israeli raids on Iran on 28 February, according to the Iran Football Federation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is wrapping up a two-day state visit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang. It was his first trip to the country since 2019, and a visit that carries more strategic weight than its carefully choreographed ceremonies might suggest.
A Sudanese man has been arrested over a knife attack in Belfast that left a man seriously injured and prompted calls online for a protest after footage of the incident circulated widely on social media.
A Paris court has dismissed criminal charges against New Caledonian pro-independence leader Christian Téin, ending a high-profile case that drew international attention and renewed scrutiny of France’s handling of independence movements in its overseas territories.
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