Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 27th June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
1. Trump says U.S. signed trade deal with China
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. signed a trade deal with China, though details remain undisclosed. He also hinted at a major upcoming deal with India. Speaking at the White House, Trump promoted his sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill, calling it a historic move to boost the economy and secure borders.
2. EU leaders weigh new U.S. trade proposal as deadline nears
European Union leaders are reviewing fresh U.S. trade proposals amid pressure to strike a deal before a 9 July deadline, when threatened tariffs by President Trump could hit EU exports hard.
Germany is urging a fast, simple agreement, while France demands fair and balanced terms. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is open to a deal but preparing for all outcomes.
If talks fail, the EU may respond with tariffs on U.S. goods and digital giants like Apple and Google.
3. Erdoğan: Trump ready for Russia-Ukraine talks if Putin joins
Turkish President Erdoğan announced that Donald Trump is willing to attend a Ukraine peace summit in Türkiye, but only if Russian President Putin agrees to join. Erdoğan said plans are underway to organize the talks soon, aiming to ease tensions in the conflict. No official response has yet come from Moscow regarding the proposal.
4. Iran denies agreement to restart nuclear talks with U.S.
Senior Iranian diplomat Abbas Araghchi dismissed recent claims by U.S. President Trump about resuming nuclear negotiations, saying no talks or agreements have been made. He accused the U.S., Israel, and some European countries of pressuring Iran unfairly. Araghchi also criticized the IAEA’s latest report and confirmed new Iranian laws limiting agency cooperation.
5. Netanyahu sees peace opportunity after ceasefire with Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel’s recent success against Iran creates a “dramatic” chance to broaden peace deals in the region. He hinted at possible inclusion of Saudi Arabia and Syria in the Abraham Accords, calling for swift action to seize this opportunity. Netanyahu described the shift as a “tectonic change” boosting Israel’s regional and global standing.
6. Explosion sparks fire at Azerbaijanfilm studio in Baku
An explosion in an old pyrotechnics area triggered a fire at Baku’s Azerbaijanfilm studio on Thursday evening. Emergency services quickly responded, bringing the blaze under control with no casualties reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion.
Rescue teams raced on Wednesday to reach dozens of workers believed to be trapped in...
The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaia Kallas says the bloc will tighten enforcement of sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukrain...
Iran’s central bank governor has sought to reassure the country’s financial markets, saying Tehran has enough foreign currency reserves...
Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have gathered in Bishkek for a summit focused on trade, investment and transport as the group marks 25 years since its creation.
The U.S. has launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran, targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) sites as Tehran retaliated against U.S. positions across the region, while Iranian officials said at least five people were killed and dozens wounded at a wedding near Sirik.
Apple is entering a new era as Tim Cook steps down as chief executive after 15 years at the helm, handing the technology giant's leadership to longtime executive John Ternus.
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The death toll from last week's catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet surpassed 1000 on Tuesday, with about 4,000 people, including 590 foreign nationals from 39 countries, still missing, as fresh rainfall pushed up river levels and forced rescuers to move to higher ground.
The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaia Kallas says the bloc will tighten enforcement of sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine. EU foreign ministers were meeting in Ireland following renewed Russian strikes on cities across Ukraine.
Australia and the United States have announced a combined $580 million funding package for Pacific Island nations as both allies seek to strengthen their influence in a region where China has expanded its presence in recent years.
German authorities are investigating two separate incidents involving critical infrastructure after an explosion at a railway station in Augsburg injured two people and a suspected sabotage attack targeted an electricity substation near Bergheim.
The United Nations has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is rapidly worsening, calling for a large-scale international response as violence in the east of the country continues to complicate efforts to contain the virus.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Wednesday that NATO member Türkiye could seek full membership in the China- and Russia-led Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
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