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In the UK and Europe, a heatwave is sweeping the continent, with record temperatures being hit and health warnings being issued. Temperatures in the UK could hit 40C this week as France and Spain also consider work-from-home orders.

The British PM is set to face a crucial vote on Tuesday as despite his U-turn on his controversial welfare bill, many Labour backbenchers want the PM to go further in protecting disabled people and their benefits.

Glastonbury has been making international headlines after English punk duo Bob Vylan chanted “death to IDF” – the BBC, Glastonbury, are now facing international backlash. The US has revoked the duo’s visas.

In the Middle East, at least 20 Palestinians were killed by Israel after it bombed a popular cafe on the seafront.


In the USA, Trump’s tax and spending bill is being debated ahead of a 4 July deadline. It’s not clear if the bill will pass, especially in its current form, as it could add 3 trillion USD to the US debt.

The week so far has been dominated by the Israel-Iran conflict with a shaky ceasefire currently in place. Donald Trump’s remarkable outburst on TV sent shockwaves around the globe, as a leaked US intelligence report suggests the US bombing of Iran did little damage to Iran’s nuclear efforts – Trump denies this.

The NATO summit is currently underway with members committing to spending 5% of GDP and signing security deals with each other amid an increasingly unstable world.

India has sent its first astronauts into space for the first time in 41 years. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who’s piloting the mission, has become only the second Indian to travel to space.

There are fears of widespread protests across Kenya today, marking the first anniversary of last year’s mass protests over tax hikes. Violence spiralled last year, and there are fears the nationwide protests this year could be similar.

Both Europe and North America have been experiencing heat waves this week, as weather warnings are put in place amid growing hospitalisations.

The G7 and the crisis in the Middle East are the two hot topics on everyone’s lips this week. The G7 turned out to be a bit of a dud after the US president left early, citing the crisis unfolding in the Middle East. He had a nice photo op with Britain’s Keir Starmer, however, and had a few viral moments where he seemingly rambled on about Putin, Iran-Israel and whatever else came to his mind in the moment (Canada’s Carney hilariously interrupting him was a highlight).

The crisis in the Middle East continues to develop despite European calls for a de-escalation. Donald Trump has signalled the US could enter the war within weeks, leading to speculation several European nations could follow suit. There have also been calls for the Iranian president to be assassinated, which Russia responded to by warning the US that there will be consequences if such an event were to happen.

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This week’s World News Briefing tracks the rapidly evolving Gaza conflict as Israel expands West Bank settlements and deadly gunfire erupts at a US aid hub in Rafah.
King Charles reemerges with a symbolic address in Canada, urging global unity amid instability. In the UN, Lebanon’s PM demands US and Israeli withdrawal, triggering diplomatic ripples.

Meanwhile, a tragic glacier collapse in Switzerland buries most of a village, underscoring the accelerating climate crisis.

In Eastern Europe, Poland and Romania face critical elections amid a growing populist wave. Each story includes sentiment analysis, media comparison, and political reactions — plus tweets from world leaders and the public.

We also spotlight an underreported AI misinformation story, global cultural events, and an art showcase in Berlin. This edition ends with a motivational quote and key political updates from NATO, WHO, and the UN. Stay sharp and globally informed — only with WTX News.

This weeks World News Briefing analyses key global events: Israel opens limited aid routes into Gaza but continues its intolerable violence; Which has now turned allies into foes.

Britain secures a historic EU economic deal that has made Farage angry, because now he thinks we are going to have to send British soldiers to a European army. The Germans have their own problems with the Far right who have been funding politically motivated crimes in Deutsche and seen a dramatic surge in Germany.

India and Pakistan have settled but the media in India has turned on Modi, for the failure to win any battles with Pakistan in teh recent conflict and Italy braces for policy clashes with new Pope Leo XIV, who will be a thorn for Meloni.

Plus, as always we explore a hidden scientific insight into intuition, notable global cultural events, and key updates from international institutions including IMF, NATO, UNESCO, WHO, and the World Bank.

After prolonged negotiations, Britain and the European Union have finally signed a comprehensive economic partnership deal, marking a turning point post-Brexit.

Germany has experienced a dramatic 40% rise in politically motivated crime, driven largely by extreme far-right violence targeting migrants, activists, and politicians.

Israel’s limited aid into Gaza amid ongoing invasion is unacceptable says Keir Starmer. Western criticism grows over Israel’s assault on Gaza. After weeks of devastating surge by Israel in the world’s most catastrophic eighteen month conflict.

This edition of the World News Briefing tracks high-stakes politics: Trump pushes mega deals in the Gulf and the PKK announces a historic disbandment.

Israel’s creation of a new military corridor reshapes Gaza, while Nigeria posts its strongest economic growth in a decade.

We debunk a viral Macron hoax, spotlight top cultural events, and feature a global art exhibit that questions how power watches us.

🌍 World News Briefing – 7 May 2025 It’s a moody start to the week in Europe with chilly winds sweeping the continent, while in…

In today’s World News Briefing: Israel’s deadly strike on Rafah kills 22 as Gaza reels under renewed bombardments. Donald Trump rebukes Zelenskyy over Crimea, prompting international backlash.

The sun is shyly brreaking through the sky this week as spring sweeps across Europe, the daffodils are giving way to the joy of tulips…

As dawn breaks across the globe, today’s top international stories reveal the shifting tides of power, policy, and protest. From rising diplomatic tensions to domestic…

A week in crisis, Pyongyang opens up global marathon runners and this week spells the end of Scotland’s heatwave. This weeks World News Briefing is dominated by the fallout from Trump’s Tariff gamble. The US tariffs and trade wars launched by the Trump administration have signaled the end of globalisation.

It is hard to focus on anything else, but let’s not forget the events from the weekend, where Israel executed and buried Palestinian doctors and medics in a mass grave, which was exposed as a ‘mistake’ by the many but significantly by the BBC as well.

There is a certain level of optimism by the Starmer government, they were hit by the least amount of tariffs, especially compared to the EU, perhaps, that invite from the King may have done trick. But this may have more to do with teh fact the UK quietly and efficiently signed a mineral deal with Ukraine in January 2025.

The United States, traditionally isolationist and safely sheltered by two vast oceans, has always decided and declared itself as a ruler, but never before has it pressed its claim so dramatically. 

Trumpism is here to stay and will outlive his presidency. The reason for that is that his policies have shifted the dynamics in US politics so severely that now Democrats will have to adapt. 

Germany’s Bundestag is poised to vote on a significant fiscal package that proposes amendments to longstanding debt policies, aiming to facilitate increased defence spending and establish a €500 billion infrastructure and climate fund.

The vote is seen as a response to Russia’s advances in Ukraine as the United States makes clear Europe can no longer rely on US protection from Russia.

Supporters of lifting the debt restrictions to boost defence spending say it’s essential for European security but there is also opposition. The decision could influence broader European defence initiatives, like the EU’s proposed €800 billion ReArm Europe fund.

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It won’t come as much of a surprise to you, but Donald Trump continues to dominate much of the global conversation this week, as he issues Hamas with a ‘last warning’ amid direct talks with the group to secure the release of the hostages.

Alongside the latest from Trump are ongoing reports regarding the war in Ukraine after the US suspended military aid – following a week of high drama that started with a public bust-up between Zelenskyy and Trump at the Oval Office. Europe appears to be readying itself to take the reins from the US in regard to Ukraine’s security – with French President Emmanuel Macron delivering a televised speech yesterday explaining the importance of European unity.

Good Morning! A lot is happening around the world today, March 5 2025, with politics taking centre stage. The ongoing row between Ukraine and the US dominates much of the global news cycle as the reaction to the fallout continues – and Europe looks for alternatives.

Vladimir Putin is rubbing his hands with glee as America does his bidding in Europe. Even Mr Putin could not have scripted the eruption of…

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Donald Trump’s latest move delivers a major blow to US-EU trade relations, raising concerns over tariffs, NATO tensions, and economic policies. What does this mean for the future of transatlantic relations? Read more.

It has been a busy week so far for the US administration with political warfare taking place everywhere. Trump and Musk in the White House spells trouble…

ICJ Fugitive Netanyahu in Washington gets a red carpet treatment instead of handcuffs. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in the United States for meetings with President Donald Trump and others in his administration to discuss the Gaza ceasefire deal and his Middle East plans.

There’s a ceasefire agreement in Gaza is holding on by a thread but Israel continues to bomb the West Bank and is butchering palestinians at every chance it gets.

Musk has an issue with USAID being autonomous enough to disregard and undermine his orders.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are no longer a threat but a reality. They cap off a wild January in Washington. ‘Tariff is a beautiful word’, only Trump would say something so Ron Burgundy.
He is using these tariffs to assert more authority over these trading partners and at the same time, put up taxes, without using the word TAX.

Starmer will be doing Trump’s dirty work in Europe, if he wants to keep his job.