World · Important news for 1 September 2026
Iran launches strikes on Jordan following US attacks in Hormuz
Russia launches over 2,800 jet-propelled drones at Ukraine in August amid tactic shift
European Commission Revives Push for Encryption Backdoors in ProtectEU Strategy
Rival Libya factions sign deal to hold national elections within two years
Ukraine air force reports fivefold increase in high-speed Shahed drone attacks
California joins FTC and states in sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Amazon
Zambia's president sworn in for second term while main opponent detained
Russia strikes Kyiv for sixth consecutive day as EU discusses hybrid threats
Death toll passes 1,000 from catastrophic flooding in Nepal and China
US naval blockade paralyses trade and daily life in Iran, citizens say
Nepal flood death toll crosses 900 as thousands remain missing
Attacks Flare Between U.S. and Iran After Month-Long Pause
Nepal and Tibet Flash Floods Leave Hundreds Feared Trapped in Hydropower Tunnels as Death Toll Reaches 903
Countries legally obliged to consider slavery reparations, UN committee says
A UN committee published guidance stating that countries are legally bound by a 1965 convention to consider transatlantic slave trade reparations and address racial discrimination legacies.
- The UN CERD committee issued guidance stating nations must consider slavery reparations.
- The obligation is tied to interpretations of a 1965 binding international convention on racial discrimination.
US launches strikes against Iran near Strait of Hormuz and Iran retaliates
Nepal races to find thousands missing after deadly flash floods
India rejects Hague court order to restore Indus waters pact with Pakistan
France implements new fast fashion penalty targeting Shein and Temu
EU suspends Brazilian meat imports over antibiotic compliance concerns
Global finance ministers gather for G-20 summit in North Carolina
US Reaches Deal to Control Venezuelan Oil Reserves, Trump Announces
Dozens of arrested after apparent coup attempt in Niger's capital
Greece signs $3.5bn air defence deal with Israel
Wheat prices soar as Russia and Ukraine step up attacks on grain terminals
International tribunal rules India must uphold Pakistan water treaty
France and Sweden strengthen defence and strategic partnership
Over 6,000 Ebola cases confirmed in DRC as death toll nears 3,000
Nepal flood death toll exceeds 900 with thousands missing
Guinea-Bissau Military Government Proposes Constitutional Overhaul
Banque Misr hit by US sanctions amid pressure on Iran
Niger authorities report repelling attempted coup
Iran strikes US bases in Jordan following US attack on Larak Island
Nepal and Tibet flood death toll crosses 1,000 as rescue efforts continue
NHS in England introduces free high-street cholesterol tests
White House releases details on Venezuela oil deal
Nepal flood death toll exceeds 1,000 as rescue operations continue
Nepal glacier collapse and floods kill over 900 people
Israel and Greece sign multi-billion-dollar 'Achilles Shield' weapons deal
Russia grinds through the Donbas as Ukraine braces for a fight
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