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Nigerian Families Seek Answers Two Weeks After Mass Abductions
Families in Nigeria’s Niger state say they lack updates two weeks after mass kidnappings. Police have no new information, and hostage estimates remain unverified.
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Russia and Ukraine Announce Capital Strike Pauses as U.S. Envoys Arrive
The limited pause around Kyiv and Moscow gives a renewed diplomatic effort room to proceed, but no wider ceasefire has been announced.
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Denmark Warns of Russian Sabotage Planning Against Defense Firms
Denmark’s intelligence service warns that Russia is preparing sabotage against defense companies and recruiting online. Moscow disputes the allegations.
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EU Enlargement Chief Cancels Serbia Visit Over Mladić Glorification
Marta Kos canceled a planned Serbia visit on September 4, citing glorification of Ratko Mladić and the need to respect victims of war crimes.
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Milei Targets Falklands Oil Firms With Sanctions; Sea Lion Partners Push Back
Argentina announced tougher sanctions against Falklands oil operators. Sea Lion partners say they hold valid licenses and expect no material timetable impact.
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Some Chinese Rare-Earth Suppliers Halt U.S. Shipments, Reuters Reports
Reuters reports that some Chinese rare-earth suppliers are declining U.S. shipments, highlighting supply-chain risks despite diplomatic commitments.
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Why Pacific Leaders Split Over China’s Missile Test
Pacific Islands Forum leaders voiced concern over China's July missile test but failed to reach unanimity, exposing the limits of regional consensus.
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How Foreign Networks Are Sustaining Sudan’s War, According to the U.N.
A U.N. report says foreign fighters, weapons and drone networks are extending Sudan's war and enabling attacks far beyond the front lines.
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Iran Fires Missiles and Drones at Kuwait as Gulf Conflict Widens
Kuwait says it intercepted Iranian missiles and drones on September 3, marking a fresh regional escalation in renewed U.S.-Iran fighting.
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U.S. Begins New Strikes on IRGC Targets in Iran
U.S. Central Command says American forces began new strikes on IRGC targets in Iran at noon Eastern on September 1, escalating the Strait of Hormuz conflict.
Climate
Global Coral Cover Is Down 9.5%—Why Recovery Time Matters
A new global assessment finds hard-coral cover in 2020-2024 was 9.5% below historical levels and explains why shorter recovery windows are the central risk.
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Kenya Airport Strike Delays Flights at Nairobi’s Main Hub
A Kenya aviation workers strike disrupted Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on August 31, delaying and canceling flights at a major East African travel hub.
Science
NASA’s Roman Telescope Has Launched—What Happens Next
NASA launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on August 30. Here is how its wide-field mission will work and what must happen before science begins.
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North Cyprus Ferry Capsize Leaves 8 Dead as Search Continues
At least eight people died after a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off northern Cyprus, with hundreds rescued and others still missing.
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Myla Strike Toll Reaches 38 as Russia Threatens Ukraine’s Power Grid
Ukraine says 38 people were killed after a Russian strike hit an ammunition warehouse in Myla, while Russia threatened large-scale attacks on Ukraine’s energy system.
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U.S. Strikes Iranian Launchers at Hormuz as Tehran Threatens Retaliation
U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers near Larak Island after an official said they were being prepared with sea mines, prompting a retaliation threat from Tehran.
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Iran Is Drafting Terms to Reopen Hormuz—Why ‘Open’ Still Does Not Mean Normal
Iran is preparing conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Here is what the proposed shipping plan changes, why traffic remains low and what to watch next.
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Mutinous Soldiers Attack Niger’s Niamey Airport and Presidency District
Mutinous soldiers attacked Niger’s main airport and the presidential district in Niamey. What is confirmed, what remains unclear and why the unrest matters.
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Iceland Votes on Restarting EU Talks—What Today’s Referendum Actually Decides
Iceland is voting on whether to restart EU accession talks. Here is what a yes or no result changes for fisheries, sovereignty and the North Atlantic.
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South Korea Will Review 310,000 Closed Missing-Person Cases After Jeju Scandal
South Korean police plan to re-examine about 310,000 missing-person cases closed over three years and reopen files that appear to have been mishandled.
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