Elon Musk activates Starlink internet access in Iran
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed that Starlink, his satellite-based internet service, has been activated in Iran following widespread government-imposed internet shutdowns.
Iran Nuclear Inspections: Europe Says Tehran Must Act
Europe says Tehran must act on Iran nuclear inspections soon. A new IAEA arrangement aims to restore access, but Iran sets conditions as UN sanctions “snapback” pressure grows.
TikTok US Ownership Deal: Path Clears After Madrid Talks
The TikTok US ownership deal moved closer after Madrid talks, as Washington and Beijing agreed on a framework for US-controlled ownership. With a shutdown deadline looming, Trump and Xi plan a 19 September call to finalise terms.
Global Asylum Rights Restrictions: Trump’s Bold UN Gambit
Trump’s administration plans a UN General Assembly push for global asylum rights restrictions, mandating first-country claims and temporary status. Advocates warn of a dangerous rollback.
Tommy Robinson London protest: 26 Officers Injured
The Tommy Robinson London protest drew about 110,000 people in central London. Police reported 26 officers injured and 25 arrests after clashes near Whitehall, with further action expected as investigators review footage.
Nepal’s New PM: Sushila Karki Faces Unrest
Amid deadly unrest and a social-media ban, Nepal’s new PM Sushila Karki took office on 12 September 2025, dissolved parliament and set elections for 5 March 2026. She pledged compensation for victims and a hard push against corruption as youth-led protests reshape
NASA Chinese Scientist Ban Escalates Space Race
The NASA Chinese scientist ban blocks visa-holding researchers from facilities and data. It hits climate work hard amid US-China moon race tensions. Experts warn of stalled progress for global science.
Block Everything Protests Disrupt France as Lecornu Starts
Block Everything protests disrupted France as new PM Sébastien Lecornu took office, with 800+ actions, 175,000–250,000 participants and 450+ arrests amid transport blockades, street fires and clashes with police.
Charlie Kirk Shooting: Police Hunt Rooftop Gunman
Conservative activist, Charlie Kirk, was shot during a Q&A at Utah Valley University in what officials call a targeted rooftop attack. The suspect remains at large as politicians condemn the violence and social media trades blame alongside pleas for calm.
Russian Drones Violate Polish Airspace, NATO on alert
Poland says Russian drones violate Polish airspace 19 times, shoots down at least three and invokes NATO Article 4. Allies condemn Moscow and back Warsaw; Russia denies targeting Poland as tensions rise on NATO’s eastern flank.
Nepal Prime Minister Resigns Amid Protests
Kathmandu erupted in chaos. Young Nepalis demanded an end to corruption. Consequently, the Nepal Prime Minister resigns, a bold move sparked by protests that claimed 22 lives. On September 9, 2025, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down, yielding to pressure from
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