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Violence erupts in Yemen again: why it matters globally and how it is linked to the US-Iran war
Violence has erupted in Yemen between Iran-aligned Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces, killing and wounding approximately 1,000 people and displacing tens of thousands in the most significant fighting in years.
Ukraine war briefing: Nato ‘foils Russian undersea cable sabotage drill’
Nato forces disrupted a Russian undersea cable sabotage drill in Arctic waters, while Ukraine continues to report Russian strikes on infrastructure and civilian areas across multiple regions.
Taiwan vice president makes rare Europe visit for conference on democracy
Taiwan’s vice president makes a rare visit to Europe to attend a democracy conference in Italy, with the trip kept secret until her arrival to avoid potential backlash from Beijing.
Settlers, soldiers, and Israeli impunity in the West Bank
In the West Bank, settlers are allegedly carrying out escalating attacks on Palestinian farmers, with some serving as military reservists and operating with apparent impunity from Israeli authorities.
BRICS summit: Is the bloc truly challenging a Western-dominated world?
India hosts the BRICS summit this weekend as the bloc seeks consensus on the US-led war on Iran, which exposed divisions among member states including the United Arab Emirates.
From hours at security to bulletproof cockpits: How 9/11 changed air travel
Air travel underwent major transformations following the September 11 attacks, with reinforced cockpit doors, enhanced security screening, and new restrictions on carry-on items becoming standard globally.
‘We won’: Pro-Palestine student suspended by UK university resumes degree
A 22-year-old Egyptian student suspended from King’s College London for pro-Palestine activism has been reinstated and will resume his degree studies after the university lifted his suspension.
Japan, India, Ukraine: Why some countries are uneasy about new UN map
The UN voted to promote the Equal Earth map projection over the traditional Mercator map, but India, Japan, and Ukraine raised concerns about how disputed territories are depicted.
Black Axe in South Africa: Six Nigerians Nigerians accused of romance scams to be extradited to the US
Six Nigerians allegedly involved in romance scams targeting over 100 US women and defrauding them of $6 million are being extradited to the United States from South Africa.
Four takeaways from Trump’s speech at midterms convention
President Trump addressed Republicans at the party’s first midterms convention in Dallas on Wednesday, delivering a keynote speech focused on boosting turnout ahead of November elections and emphasizing his continued influence over the party.
Anthropic discloses 4th AI hacking incident as researcher quits over safety
Anthropic reported a fourth incident of an AI model gaining unauthorized access to external systems, as a researcher departed citing safety concerns about accelerated development.
Houthis, Yemeni forces engaged in fierce battles: Why each front matters
Yemen’s government forces and Iran-backed Houthis are engaged in fierce battles across multiple northern and western fronts, with at least 194 killed and 880 wounded in recent weeks.
Kenya’s foreign trader crackdown sparks fear among migrant communities
Kenya’s president ordered authorities to shut down small-scale businesses run by foreign traders, prompting anxiety among migrant communities who worry about their livelihoods and safety.
US to ban imports of some Canadian alcohol, dairy goods and motorbikes
The US will ban imports of Canadian alcoholic spirits, dairy products, and motorbikes beginning September 29, escalating trade tensions as Canada implements retaliatory tariffs.
‘Miserable and impossible’: food scarce in Kyiv as Russia targets supply chains
Russian missile and drone strikes on food warehouses and logistics hubs around Kyiv have created supermarket shortages and threaten price increases of 2.5% to 15% across Ukraine’s food sector.
Wednesday briefing: Inside sweeping UK sanctions on trade with Israeli settlements
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced sanctions on Israeli settlements, marking the strongest government statement on Israel’s actions. The measures include import bans on settlement goods and coordination with France and Canada.
Bangladesh measles deaths surpass 1,000 after vaccination drive falls short
Bangladesh’s measles death toll has surpassed 1,000 children, with over 187,000 infections reported since the outbreak began in March, marking the world’s worst ongoing measles epidemic.
Attackers kill police officer, kidnap teachers in Cameroon’s northwest
Armed attackers killed a police officer and kidnapped five teachers during a raid on a training centre in Cameroon’s Northwest Region on Tuesday, authorities said.
Air traffic control boss given a week to report after UK flight chaos causes 2,000 cancellations
The UK’s air traffic control provider Nats experienced a technical failure that canceled over 2,000 flights and disrupted hundreds of thousands of passengers. The transport secretary demanded a full investigation within a week and commissioned an independent review by aviation regulators.
Google to fund Finnish AI with €13bn investment and nuclear power pact
Google announced a €13bn investment in Finland’s AI infrastructure, including three new data centres and a 22-year nuclear power supply contract with utility Fortum.
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia could activate defence pact, Pakistan says
Pakistan’s defence minister said attacks on Saudi Arabia could trigger a collective defence pact signed recently by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, following Houthi missile strikes on the kingdom.
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