A stable Afghanistan after 9/11 is in the United States’ interests, according to former US diplomat Zalmay Khalilzad. He emphasized the importance of preventing the country from becoming a hub for anti-US groups.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has departed for India to attend the 18th BRICS summit, with tensions over wars, trade, and energy dominating the agenda, according to Xinhua.
The Houthis have claimed a major advance on the western Red Sea coast, tightening their grip on a key international shipping route, according to a source from Yemen's internationally recognized government.
The UN nuclear watchdog has referred Iran to the Security Council for 'non-compliance' with its obligations under the non-proliferation treaty, according to the BBC.
More than 1,800 delegates from 19 countries and regions gathered in Xiamen on September 8 as the Silk Road Maritime forum launched an Arctic-route weather navigation service, a Hunan–Fujian sea-rail corridor, 12 new routes and a 2026–2028 support policy.
The US is banning a slew of Canadian products, including alcoholic spirits, dairy goods and motorbikes, as its neighbour's retaliatory tariffs on American goods come into force, according to BBC.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada's shift away from the US as its largest trading partner 'will come at a cost' as retaliatory tariffs on American goods took effect. Canada's levies apply to nearly C$28bn in products and range up to 50%.
Canada has begun imposing retaliatory tariffs as high as 50% on U.S. goods, mirroring the U.S. 25% tax on Canadian vehicles and 50% taxes on dairy and other products, according to BBC.
As UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham outlines a new direction for the economy and foreign policy, early signals suggest continuity in some key areas, despite his pledge to challenge decades of neoliberalism. Treasury signals point to a cautious fiscal approach, while foreign policy moves, including sanctions against Israeli settlements, risk tensions with the United States.
U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods went into effect on August 22, 2026, prompting Canada to announce $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs starting September 8. According to La Nación and WTTW, the dispute affects key industries and raises concerns about broader trade relations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he expects the war with Russia to continue into the winter after meetings with Donald Trump's top envoys in Kyiv.
The national average for a gallon of diesel in the U.S. reached $5.85, surpassing the previous record of $5.81 in June 2022, according to AAA data. The surge is attributed to supply chain pressures and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced plans to relocate its embassy to Jerusalem, following a visit by President Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi to Israel, according to AFP.
Kyrgyzstan hosted a pivotal summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on September 3, 2026, as global powers including Russia, China, and Iran gathered to discuss regional and international issues, according to Al Jazeera.
Bosnia striker Edin Dzeko has announced he will retire from international football next month, according to Al Jazeera.