Houthi Push on Mokha Threatens Yemen Truce and Red Sea Shipping
Houthi forces have entered the Red Sea port of Mokha, endangering Yemen's fragile 2022 truce and shipping through Bab el-Mandeb.
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Salvadoran TPS Deadline Passes Quietly, Raising Hopes of Extension
The deadline for a decision on Temporary Protected Status for about 200,000 Salvadorans passed without any public announcement, leaving advocates hopeful of a six-month extension.
California Panel Clears Path for Largest US Kelp Farm Off Ventura Coast
California coastal officials unanimously approved a phased plan for the largest US kelp farm, six miles off Ventura County, with construction possible by 2027.
French Tanker Refuels US F-22 Raptors Over Alaska in Rare Mid-Air Operation
A French A330 MRTT Phénix refuelled two US F-22 Raptors over Alaska before Rafales and F-22s flew a joint combat exercise during France's Pégase 26 deployment.
Fire at Qingdao Shipyard Kills Several; Xi Orders Rescue and Accountability
A fire on a foreign cargo ship at Qingdao Beihai shipyard caused major casualties; Xi Jinping called for rescue and accountability.
UK 10-Year Gilt Yield Climbs to 19-Year High as Oil Tops $100
British 10-year gilt yields hit their highest since 2007 as oil above $100 a barrel pushed borrowing costs up worldwide.
China Signals Hope for Early US Tariff Cuts Ahead of Xi-Trump Summit
China says it hopes to finalise reciprocal tariff reductions on $30 billion of goods soon, raising expectations for an announcement at the Xi-Trump summit on Sept. 24.
UN climate chief links Europe's record heat to rising prices and winter fuel risk
UN climate chief Simon Stiell says Europe's summer heatwaves are worsening inflation, with another winter fuel crisis looming due to fossil fuel dependence.
Ryazan Oil Refinery Halts Operations After Sept 6 Drone Strike
Russia's Ryazan oil refinery has stopped operations after a September 6 drone attack damaged two primary units, industry sources say.
Singapore PM Defends Salary Hike for Ministers as Parliament Debate Draws Few Speakers
Singapore's prime minister has defended a sharp rise in ministerial and MP salaries, saying it is needed to attract talent, though the debate drew only six speakers.
Sweden Votes in Election That Could Put Far Right in Government
Swedes head to the polls on Sept. 13 in a tight election that could bring the far-right Sweden Democrats into government for the first time.
Italy's Borrowing Costs Climb at Bond Auction Ahead of ECB Meeting
Italian bond yields rose at Thursday's auction, with the 3-year BTP hitting 3.43% and the 7-year reaching 3.98%, as markets brace for an ECB rate increase.
Yemen Fighting Escalates as Houthis Push for Red Sea Coast Control
Houthi militants capture Mocha and push for Yemen's Red Sea coast, threatening a return to full-scale civil war after a 2022 UN-brokered truce.
Brent holds above $100 as Hormuz tanker attacks deepen supply fears
Brent crude rose to $101.61 a barrel as attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz kept oil flows far below pre-war levels.
Namibia to End Exclusive Vitol Fuel Supply Deal After October
Namibia will not renew its exclusive fuel supply agreement with Vitol after a one-month extension through October, the energy ministry said.
Russian Strike Hits Kyiv Petrol Station, Injuring Four
A Russian attack on a petrol station in Kyiv injured four people and sparked a fire, the first such strike on the capital.
South Africa swings to current account deficit as Iran war inflates import bill
South Africa posted a current account deficit of 2.6% of GDP in Q2 2026, down from a 2.3% surplus, as war-driven crude import costs spiked.
India and Azerbaijan Edge Toward a Reset After Years of Strain
India and Azerbaijan are quietly rebuilding ties, from a Modi-Aliyev meeting at the SCO summit to renewed Foreign Office Consultations in Baku.
Zelenskyy in Canada to Press for Air-Defence and Winter Support
Zelenskyy is in Canada for talks with Carney, seeking help to shield Ukraine's skies and prepare for winter amid continued Russian strikes.
China's passenger car exports top 2025 total in eight months as EV demand surges
China's passenger car exports in the first eight months of 2025 exceeded last year's full total, driven by electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, while domestic sales fell.