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Hot Documents

• A/HRC/60/58: Situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea OHCHR 12 Sep 2025
• Politics Disguised as Science: Systematic distortions in the IPC's Gaza report of August 25 Israel MFA / COGAT 11 Sep 2025
• Hong Kong Special Administrative Region - Annual Report for 2024 European Commission 11 Sep 2025
• Macao Special Administrative Region - Annual Report for 2024 European Commission 11 Sep 2025
• Defence Industrial Strategy 2025: Making Defence an Engine for Growth UK MOD 08 Sep 2025
• RESTORING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF WAR WH 05 Sep 2025
• A/HRC/60/22: Sudan: A War of Atrocities Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan / UNHCHR 05 Sep 2025
• A/HRC/60/80: Situation in North and South Kivu Provinces of the DRC UNHCHR 05 Sep 2025
• A Shared Vision of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for Cybersecurity NSA / CISA / et al. 03 Sep 2025
• A/HRC/60/20: Situation of human rights of Rohingya Muslims and other minorities in Myanmar UN OHCHR 29 Aug 2025
• EDA Defence Data 2024-2025 European Defence Agency 01 Sep 2025
• E3 joint statement on Iran: Initiation of the snapback process UK FCDO 28 Aug 2025
• Countering Chinese State-Sponsored Actors Compromise of Networks Worldwide to Feed Global Espionage System NSA / CISA / FBI et al. 27 Aug 2025
• Defence Expenditure of NATO Countries (2014-2025) NATO 27 Aug 2025
• IPC Special Snapshot on the Gaza Strip: 1 July - 30 September 2025 IPC 22 Aug 2025
• NSPM-2: Imposing Maximum Pressure on the Government of Iran WH 04 Feb
• Foreign Threats to US Elections After Voting Ends in 2024 ODNI - NICM 22 Oct 2024
• The Russian Way of War - Force Structure, Tactics, and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces by Dr. Lester W. Grau Charles K. Bartles FMSO Jul 2017

Russo-Ukraine War

Ukraine Conflict News

12 September 2025

Defense Policy / Programs

• Department of War Awards $39.6 Million to Expand Solid Rocket Motor Industrial Base DoD 12 Sep 2025 -- The Department of War today announced three awards totaling $39.6 million to expand the solid rocket motor (SRM) industrial base via Title III of the Defense Production Act (DPA).
• Final basing decision for Special Operations Wing to Davis-Monthan AFB, revisions to maximize effectiveness US Air Force 12 Sep 2025 -- The Department of the Air Force has selected Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, as the new location for the 492nd Special Operations Wing.
• USS Mahan (DDG 72) Arrives in Bergen US Navy 12 Sep 2025 -- Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72) arrived in Bergen, Norway, for a scheduled port visit Sept. 11, 2025.
• Bright Star 25: Task Force 51/5 Kicks Off Command Post Exercise in Egypt CENTCOM 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (TF 51/5) launches a two-week multinational Command Post Exercise (CPX) as part of Exercise BRIGHT STAR 25.
• U.S. and Kyrgyz Medical Teams Sharpen Expeditionary Care Skills at Bright Star 25 CENTCOM 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Navy medical personnel and members of the Kyrgyz Republic Armed Forces conducted joint medical training during Exercise Bright Star 2025, focusing on expeditionary surgical techniques, blood transfusion programs, and field hospital operations.
• Bright Star 2025 Command Post Exercise Strengthens U.S.-Egyptian Partnership and Readiness CENTCOM 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Marines and sailors from Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, working alongside the Egyptian armed forces, stood shoulder to shoulder on the watch floor during the command post exercise of Bright Star 25. Together, they designed and war-gamed responses to a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenario in a notional country, sharpening crisis-response capabilities and strengthening interoperability.
  Each day, a brigadier general from both the Egyptian and U.S. sides received situational updates from the combined staff, who integrated modern planning tools such as information operations and unmanned aerial systems. These updates tested decision-making and ensured both militaries could seamlessly coordinate in responding to complex operational challenges.
• Rescue Ready: U.S. and Egyptian service members conduct CSAR SME Exchange CENTCOM 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialists, assigned to the Joint Personnel Recovery Center, took part in a combat search and rescue subject matter expert exchange with service members from partner nations during BRIGHT STAR 25 at Almaza Air Base, Egypt, Aug. 30-31, 2025.
• U.S., Syrian Leaders Meet in Damascus CENTCOM 12 Sep 2025 -- On Sept. 12, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Adm. Brad Cooper and U.S. Ambassador and Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the Presidential Palace in Damascus, Syria.
• Eastern Sentry to enhance NATO's presence along its Eastern flank NATO SHAPE 12 Sep 2025 -- Allied Command Operations (ACO), which is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations, will execute Eastern Sentry along NATO's Eastern flank. It will even further strengthen our posture to shield and protect all Allies.
• NATO launches "Eastern Sentry" to bolster posture along eastern flank NATO 12 Sep 2025 -- On Friday (12 September 2025), NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) General Alexus G. Grynkewich held a joint press conference to outline NATO's response to the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones two days earlier. Mr Rutte announced the launch of "Eastern Sentry," a military activity aimed to bolster NATO's posture along the eastern flank.
• NATO's emergency management exercise "BULGARIA 2025": Allies and partners trained to work better together in case of crisis NATO 12 Sep 2025 -- From 7 to 12 September 2025, the civilian-led exercise "BULGARIA 2025", co-organised by NATO's Euro-Atlantic Disaster Response Coordination Centre (EADRCC) and the Bulgarian Ministry of Interior, took place in Montana, Bulgaria.
• A decade of NATO in Sigonella - NISRF celebrates 10th anniversary NATO 12 Sep 2025 -- SIGONELLA, Italy -- The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) celebrated its 10th anniversary during a ceremony held at Italian Air Force Base Sigonella. The event marked a decade of growth and transformation - from the establishment of the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Force in September 2015 to today's permanent multinational ISR Force.
• Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna: NATO's response shows that the alliance reacts to threats swiftly and flexibly Estonia MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- Statement from Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna regarding NATO's Eastern flank reinforcement mission, Eastern Sentry.
• Rogers and Wicker Issue Joint Statement on Russia's Violation of Poland's Airspace House Armed Services Committee 12 Sep 2025
• UN warns of escalation risk after large-scale Russian drone incursion into Poland UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- Reports that Russian drones crossed deep into Polish territory and were shot down by NATO allies highlight the growing regional risks of the war in Ukraine, UN political chief Rosemary DiCarlo told ambassadors in the Security Council on Friday.
• Joint statement by 48 countries and the EU Delegation ahead of an emergency Security Council Meeting Poland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Sep 2025 -- On Poland's initiative, on the sidelines of an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, a group of 48 countries and the EU Delegation issued a joint statement on the largest violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones since the beginning of the war in Ukraine.
• Trump says drone incursion into Poland "could have been a mistake" People's Daily 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the alleged Russian drone incursion into Poland's airspace "could have been a mistake," while expressing frustration with the incident.
• Europe Faces Critical Challenges in Countering Russian Drone Threats RFE/RL 12 Sep 2025 -- Russia's drone incursioninto Polish territory on September 10 failed to result in much physical damage on the ground, but it did uncover a major hole in Europe's defense forces: The allies don't have cost-effective counter-measures to deal with low-cost Russian attacks.
• Allies Rally To Poland's Defense After Russian Drones Violate Airspace RFE/RL 12 Sep 2025 -- France and Germany said they were helping to strengthen NATO ally Poland's air defense after at least 19 Russian drones entered Polish airspace on September 10, severely raising tensions between the Western military alliance and Moscow.
• Russia's violation of Polish airspace only strengthens the unity between NATO nations, and our determination to stand with Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Sep 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Poland.
• Russia-Belarus Joint Strategic Drills Zapad 2025 Begin Sputnik 12 Sep 2025 -- Russia-Belarus joint strategic exercises Zapad 2025 (West 2025) started on Friday, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.
• Russia's Pacific Fleet Launches Major Defense Drills in Northeast Sputnik 12 Sep 2025 -- Russia's Pacific Fleet has begun a command and staff exercise in the country's northeast to protect and defend sea communications in the northern part of the Pacific Ocean, the coast of the Kamchatka and Chukotka territories, and the island zone, the fleet's press service said on Friday.
• Russia Looks To Gauge NATO With Zapad War Games. Here's What To Know. RFE/RL 12 Sep 2025 -- Russia and Belarus have kicked off major joint military drills as tensions in the region spiked after Russian drones entered Polish territory, prompting Warsaw and NATO allies to scramble their defenses.
• UK ratchets up pressure on Putin's military machine as Foreign Secretary travels to Kyiv UK FCDO 12 Sep 2025 -- Putin's oil revenues and military machine were hit with new UK sanctions today as the Foreign Secretary meets President Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
• Infantry Fighting Vehicle 2000: Federal Council approves Ukraine's admission to operator group Federal Council - Swiss Government 12 Sep 2025 -- At its meeting on 12 September, the Federal Council approved Ukraine's admission as a full member of the CV90 Club, the operator group for the Combat Vehicle 90. Ukrainian membership is compatible with Swiss neutrality, as it entails a purely technical data exchange, with Switzerland retaining full discretion over what information it chooses to share.
• Denys Shmyhal and Radosław Sikorski discussed joint solutions to strengthen the defense capabilities of Ukraine and Poland Ukraine MOD 12 Sep 2025
• Denys Shmyhal visited a training area in the United Kingdom hosting the training of Ukrainian service members Ukraine MOD 12 Sep 2025
• Activities of Chinese naval vessels in relevant waters fully consistent with domestic and intl laws: FM on aircraft carrier Fujian passing through Taiwan Straits Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- In response to a question about China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which recently passed through the Taiwan Straits to carry out scientific research tests and training missions in the South China Sea, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that the activities of Chinese naval vessels in the relevant waters are fully consistent with China's domestic law and international law.
• China's aircraft carrier Fujian passes through Taiwan Straits to hold tests, training in South China Sea: navy spokesperson Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, recently passed through the Taiwan Straits to carry out scientific research tests and training missions in the South China Sea, Senior Captain Leng Guowei, a spokesperson for the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, announced on Friday.
• Australia's naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors, September 2025 UK FCDO 12 Sep 2025 -- Update by Australia, the UK and the USA (AUKUS) to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Australia's naval nuclear propulsion programme
• Second Offshore Patrol Vessel accepted Australia DOD 12 Sep 2025 -- Defence has accepted the second Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), NUSHIP Eyre, ahead of delivery to the Royal Australian Navy.
• Coordinating a National Response to PFAS at Defence Bases Australia DOD 12 Sep 2025 -- The Albanese Government has begun the process of establishing the per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) National Coordinating Body with Assistant Minister of Defence, Peter Khalil set to provide oversight of the Body alongside NSW Minister for the Environment, Penny Sharpe, given the initial focus of operations.
• RNZAF NH90s complete longest flights over water New Zealand Defence Force 12 Sep 2025 -- For the first time Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) helicopters have flown between two countries, crossing a large swathe of ocean.
• INDIAN NAVY COMMISSIONS INS ARAVALI AT GURUGRAM India PIB 12 Sep 2025 -- INS Aravali, Indian Navy's latest Naval Base, was commissioned at Gurugram in presence of Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff on 12 Sep 2025.
• Enhanced industry-R&D institutes-academia collaboration is key to increasing defence capabilities in today's evolving times: Defence Secretary India PIB 12 Sep 2025 -- Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh has called for enhanced collaboration among the public & private industry, research institutes like DRDO and the academia to increase the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces in today's constantly-evolving times.
• India Participates in 4th Coast Guard Global Summit in Rome; Bids to Host Next Edition in 2027 India PIB 12 Sep 2025 -- In the 4th Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) held in Rome, Italy, from September 11-12, 2025, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) reaffirmed India's commitment to strengthening global maritime governance and positioning ICG as a key partner in shaping the agenda for safer, cleaner, and more secure seas
• Germany to recruit 100,000 troops by 2029 for war with Russia: Report Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Germany has moved to add 100,000 active troops to its army by 2029 in an attempt to meet new NATO targets intended to prepare for a possible war with Russia, according to a report.
• Speech at DSEI by Deputy Chief of the General Staff UK MOD 12 Sep 2025 -- Speech at DSEI by Deputy Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General David Eastman MBE, about the British Army's place in an increasingly dangerous world.
• Chief of the Air Staff speech at DSEI 2025 UK MOD 12 Sep 2025 -- Chief of the Air Staff speech at DSEI 2025 - 'Putting more AIR in Air: Agile, Integrated, Ready'
• Security delivered for working people as UK-US ties strengthened with new Google Cloud partnership for classified information sharing UK MOD 12 Sep 2025 -- UK - US defence and security ties enhanced through major deal with Google Cloud - delivering the Government's Plan for Change.
• This is a window of opportunity to end the threat of chemical weapons in Syria: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Sep 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council Meeting on Syrian Chemical Weapons
• Syria Chemical Weapons Concerns Widen with New Evidence, United Nations Disarmament Chief Tells Security Council UN Security Council 12 Sep 2025 -- Evidence of nerve agents was found in samples collected from a site in Syria, and information suggests that over 100 additional locations may have been involved in chemical-weapons-related activities in the country, a senior United Nations official told the Security Council today.
• Training cooperation with Colorado National Guard: DDPS to participate in State Partnership Program with US Federal Council - Swiss Government 12 Sep 2025 -- At its meeting on 12 September, the Federal Council approved a memorandum of understanding that launches a partnership between the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport and the Colorado National Guard under the State Partnership Program.
• Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen's keynote speech at Kouvola Security Conference on 12 September 2025 Finnish MoD 12 Sep 2025
• Venezuela to deploy military to 100s of 'battlefront' locations amid US tensions Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- President Nicolas Maduro has announced Venezuela's readiness to deploy military troops at the battlefronts for war amid escalated tensions with the United States.
• Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Collins Urge Secretary of State to Report to Congress on Expiring and Destroyed Lifesaving Foreign Aid US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 12 Sep 2025 -- This week, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Susan Collins (R-ME) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio following reports that significant quantities of U.S.-purchased lifesaving commodities, including food aid and contraceptive supplies, have been allowed to expire or targeted for destruction instead of being made available to intended beneficiaries.

Defense Industry

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Other Conflicts


Ukraine Conflict News
• 12 September 2025 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 12 Sep 2025
• 'Peace is the most powerful force for a better future': Guterres UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- The UN Secretary-General appealed on Friday for greater efforts towards peace in a "fractured world" where conflicts are increasing.

Operation Iron Swords / Operation Al-Aqsa Flood | Operation Northern Arrows | Giddeon's Chariots

• Israeli PM says there will be no Palestinian state, signs settlement expansion Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has signed an agreement to push ahead with the controversial E1 plan settlement expansion plan that would split the occupied West Bank into two parts, and cut across land that the Palestinians seek for a future sovereign state.
• Netanyahu Approves Construction Project That Will Split Occupied West Bank in Half Sputnik 12 Sep 2025 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved the construction of thousands of housing units in the Mevaseret Adumim area (E1), which will link the illegal settlement of Maale Adumim with East Jerusalem, thereby splitting the occupied West Bank in half.
• 'Natural response to Israeli crimes': Hamas hails 'heroic' reprisal op near al-Quds Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has hailed as "heroic" a reprisal stabbing operation, which left two Israelis injured, near the occupied al-Quds.
• Hamas says not to change position on ceasefire talks after Israeli strike in Doha People's Daily 12 Sep 2025 -- Hamas will not change its positions and demands for the Gaza ceasefire talks after Israel targeted its negotiation team in the Qatari capital Doha, the Palestinian movement said on Thursday.
• Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the United Kingdom on Israeli strikes in Doha Germany Federal Foreign Office 12 Sep 2025
• Saudi Arabia Expresses Condemnation, Denunciation of Aggressive Statements by Israeli Occupation Prime Minister against Qatar SPA 12 Sep 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's condemnation and strong denunciation of the aggressive statements made by the Israeli occupation prime minister against the State of Qatar
• Iran backs Qatar's right to self-defense: UN envoy IRNA 12 Sep 2025 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran strongly condemns the Israeli regime's terror attacks on Qatar, declared Iran's envoy to the United Nations, emphasizing that "Iran firmly supports Qatar's right to self-defense under international law and the UN Charter."
• Turkey condemns Israeli strike in Qatar as 'state terrorism', calls for decisive action Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Turkey's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ahmet Yıldız has sharply condemned Israel's airstrike targeting Hamas's political leadership in Doha, calling it "state terrorism" and a desperate attempt to destabilize the West Asia region.
• UAE summons Israeli ambassador over deadly airstrike on Doha Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- The United Arab Emirates has summoned Israeli Ambassador Yossi Shelley to protest an airstrike on Doha that targeted senior Hamas leaders, intensifying diplomatic tensions between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv.
• Envoy to UN: Iran backs Qatar's self-defense right after Israeli aggression Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations says the Islamic Republic resolutely advocates for Qatar's right to self-defense against the recent Israeli aggression targeting the political leadership of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas on its soil.
• Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit to Discuss Israeli Attack on Qatar Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 12 Sep 2025 -- Preparations are underway to convene the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha on 15 September 2025, to discuss the recent Israeli aggression against the State of Qatar.
• General Assembly endorses New York Declaration on two-State solution between Israel and Palestine UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- Applause rang out in the UN General Assembly Hall on Friday as countries endorsed a declaration on the peaceful settlement of the question of Palestine and implementation of the two-State solution with Israel.
• UN General Assembly approves resolution on establishment of a Palestinian state and the two-state solution IRNA 12 Sep 2025 -- The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly approved a draft resolution proposed by France and Saudi Arabia, endorsing and supporting the New York Declaration on the peaceful resolution of the Palestinian issue and the implementation of the two-state solution.
• UN overwhelmingly endorses declaration on Palestinian state Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted to endorse a declaration outlining "tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps" towards the establishment of a Palestinian state.
• Gaza: International community must 'match words with action' now UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- In the Gaza Strip, hope may be all that is left but it is not enough to keep people alive, a veteran humanitarian said on Friday, calling for more action to end the conflict and stop the bloodshed.
• Statement attributable to UNICEF Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, Edouard Beigbeder, on the deadly risks for over 450,000 children in Gaza City as military attacks increase UNICEF 12 Sep 2025
• US slaps 'largest sanctions' on Yemen over Gaza solidarity strikes Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- The United States has announced its largest-ever sanctions action on Yemen, as the West Asian country continues strikes on Israeli targets amid Israel's nearly two-year-long genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
• Iran FM calls on Muslim countries to confront Israel's 'law of the jungle' against region Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on Muslim countries to enhance cooperation and interaction across all sectors to counter the Israeli regime's "law of the jungle" against the regional countries.
• Aboul Gheit welcomes General Assembly's adoption of draft resolution on two-state solution League of Arab States 12 Sep 2025 -- Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, welcomed the overwhelming adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration, issued in July, on the implementation of the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
• Saudi Arabia Welcomes UN General Assembly Adoption of New York Declaration on Settlement of Palestinian Issue SPA 12 Sep 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's welcome of the UN General Assembly's adoption of the New York Declaration and its annexes issued by the high-level international conference for the peaceful settlement of the Palestinian issue and the implementation of the two-state solution, which was co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and the French Republic
• China firmly opposes, strongly condemns Israel's attack on Doha: Chinese envoy to UN Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- Israel's airstrike on Doha, the capital of Qatar on September 9 constituted a blatant violation of Qatar's territorial sovereignty and national security, a flagrant breach of international law and the UN Charter, a deliberate sabotage of efforts to achieve peace, and China firmly opposes and strongly condemns such actions, Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, said at an emergency meeting held by the UN Security Council on Thursday local time, according to China Media Group (CMG).

Other Conflicts

• Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Ukraine UNOCHA 12 Sep 2025
• On Scarborough Reef US Dept. of State 12 Sep 2025 -- The United States stands with our Philippine ally in rejecting China's destabilizing plans to establish a "national nature reserve" at Scarborough Reef.
• UNHCR: Thousands of Afghans return under adverse circumstances from Pakistan to earthquake-affected areas; funds to respond running dry UNHCR 12 Sep 2025 -- This is a summary of what was said by Mr. Arafat Jamal, UNHCR Representative to Afghanistan - to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
• Afghanistan: Lifesaving services cut as Taliban bars women aid workers UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- The ongoing humanitarian response to the devastating Afghanistan earthquake disaster continued on Friday, although essential services have been cut for operational reasons following reinforced Taliban restrictions on women working with the UN, the global body said.
• On 12 Sep 2025, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in Mastung District of Balochistan, on reported presence of terrorists belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Hindustan. ISPR Pakistan 12 Sep 2025
• Security Council Press Statement on Houthi Detention of United Nations Workers UN Security Council 12 Sep 2025
• Targeting the Houthis' Illicit Trade and Shipping Facilitators US Dept. of State 12 Sep 2025 -- Yesterday, the United States designated 11 individuals and 21 entities and identified four vessels as blocked property for involvement in the Iran-backed Houthis' global illicit fundraising, smuggling, and weapons procurement operations.
• Treasury Sanctions Sudanese Islamist Actors to Counter Regional Instability and Support for Iran US Treasury 12 Sep 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on two Sudanese Islamist actors-Gebreil Ibrahim Mohamed Fediel (Gebreil)and the Al-Baraa Bin Malik Brigade (BBMB)--for their involvement in Sudan's brutal civil war and their connections to Iran. These sanctions aim to limit Islamist influence within Sudan and curtail Iran's regional activities, which have contributed to regional destabilization, conflict, and civilian suffering. The United States remains committed to working with regional partners to achieve peace and stability in Sudan, ensuring that the country does not become a safe haven for those who threaten Americans and the national interests of the United States.
• UNICEF statement on reported death of children after brutal attack on school in Rakhine State, Myanmar UNICEF 12 Sep 2025 -- UNICEF is extremely concerned by reports of an overnight attack on a boarding school in Kyauktaw Township, Rakhine State, Myanmar, that reportedly killed and injured children as they slept.
• Statement on the Abduction of Aid Workers in South Sudan Government of Norway 12 Sep 2025 -- Statement by Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust on the increase in abductions of aid workers in South Sudan.
• Security Council Renews Sudan Sanctions Regime, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2791 (2025) UN Security Council 12 Sep 2025 -- The Security Council today extended for another year the 1591 Sudan sanctions regime, including targeted sanctions and an arms embargo, amid divisions over whether to reference Sudan's worsening situation or limit the draft to a purely technical roll-over.
• Sudan: As children continue to suffer, school remains a distant hope UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- Aid agencies working in war-torn Sudan issued an alert on Friday over the particular harm faced by children there, the longer the conflict goes on.
• Sanctioning Sudanese Armed Group Leader and Islamist Militia with Links to Iran US Dept. of State 12 Sep 2025 -- The United States is acting today to target persons who undermine peace and stability in Sudan.
• Joint Statement on Restoring Peace and Security in Sudan US Dept. of State 12 Sep 2025
• The UK stands ready to support further strengthening and expanding of the Sudan sanctions regime: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Sep 2025 -- UK explanation of vote delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, following the UN Security Council vote to renew the 1591 sanctions regime on Sudan.

News Reports

• Brazil's Bolsonaro sentenced to over 27 years for coup plot Press TV 12 Sep 2025 -- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years and three months in prison after being convicted of plotting to remain in power following his 2022 election defeat.
• Chairman Mast Issues Statement on Conviction of Former President Bolsonaro U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs 12 Sep 2025
• Nepal appoints first woman prime minister, as UN expresses solidarity amid crisis UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- UN agencies in Nepal welcomed the appointment of Sushila Karki as interim prime minister on Friday, as the country reels from a deadly crackdown on youth-led protests that left more than 50 dead, widespread destruction and forced the resignation of her predecessor.
• Formation of Interim Government in Nepal India MEA 12 Sep 2025
• Analysis: Nepal's protests are being closely watched in Vietnam Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2025 -- Nepal's streets have exploded in protest. Thousands of young people, angered by a government ban on social media, are standing up against corruption and inequality.
• Russia Hails Sushila Karki's Swearing-In as Key Step for Nepal's Stability Sputnik 12 Sep 2025 -- Russia hopes to maintain friendly relations with Nepal under the new head of the interim government, the Russian ambassador added.
• Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine: EU individual sanctions over territorial integrity prolonged for a further six months EC/CEU 12 Sep 2025 -- The Council decided today to prolong the restrictive measures targeting those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine for another six months, until 15 March 2026.
• Compromise Reached As EU Approves Blacklist Rollover For 6 Months RFE/RL 12 Sep 2025 -- The European Union agreed to prolong visa bans and asset freezes on the over 2,600 people and entities the bloc deems responsible for the undermining of Ukraine's territorial integrity.
• European Union extends sanctions on 2,500 individuals and entities Estonia MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- On 12 September, the European Union decided to extend targeted sanctions against around 2,500 individuals and entities responsible for undermining Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence.
• EU Member States agree to extend sanctions against Russia Latvia MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- On Friday, 12 September 2025, the Council of the European Union (EU) unanimously decided to extend for another six months, until 15 March 2026, the restrictive measures against those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.
• The Government adopts regulations on the imposition of Latvia's national sanctions Latvia MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- Today, on 12 September 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers, at an extraordinary meeting, adopted a Cabinet regulation, "Regulations on the imposition of national sanctions on entities of the Republic of Latvia related to military aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine".
• US' reported attempt to pressure G7 countries to hit China, India with tariffs over Russian oil shows its hegemony, will backfire: expert Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- The US reportedly will pressure the G7 to impose steep tariffs on China and India over their purchases of Russian oil, a move that a Chinese expert described as another attempt by Washington to use tariffs as a tool of hegemony.
• New Zealand strengthens Russian oil price cap New Zealand Government 12 Sep 2025 -- Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced that New Zealand is lowering the price cap on Russian crude oil, joining Canada, the EU, and the UK.
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian's Regular Press Conference on September 12, 2025 PRC MofA 12 Sep 2025
• China firmly opposes US 'long-arm jurisdiction': FM on latest US sanctions on Yemen's Houthis targeting Chinese firms Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- In response to a question about the US imposing a new round of sanctions on Yemen's Houthi group, and the US Treasury Department's claim that the sanctions target several Chinese companies accused of helping transport military equipment and parts, and other firms accused of arranging shipments of dual-use goods to the Houthis, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that China firmly opposes the US' abuse of unilateral sanctions and the "long-arm jurisdiction," stressing that such practices violate international law and norms governing international relations.
• China's government debt ratio within reasonable range, risks controllable: finance minister People's Daily 12 Sep 2025 -- China's government debt ratio is within a reasonable range and risks are manageable and under control, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an said on Friday.
• China to take 'necessary' measures to safeguard its legitimate interests: MOFCOM on Mexico's planned tariffs Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- Regarding on Mexico's planned tariffs and analysis that such moves are aligned with long-held agenda by the US to contain China, a Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said on late Thursday that relevant reports have been noticed and the ministry will closely monitor Mexico's tariff increase and carefully evaluate the final measures. At a time when the US' abuse of tariffs has sparked widespread global opposition, all countries should strengthen communication and coordination to jointly safeguard free trade and multilateralism. The interests of third parties must not be sacrificed due to coercion from others.
• Mexico doesn't 'want a conflict,' Mexican president says as China calls for utmost caution on planned tariff hikes Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reportedly said on Thursday local time that her government is in contact with the embassies of countries including China to explain its tariff plans. The remarks came after the Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on Thursday urged Mexico to exercise utmost caution and think carefully before acting on tariffs.
• China's Long March-10 carrier rocket passes second static fire test Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- China successfully organized and carried out the second static fire test of the Long March-10 carrier rocket, the country's new-generation manned launch vehicle, in Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in South China's Hainan Province on Friday, marking a phased breakthrough in the prototype development of the Long March 10 series carrier rockets, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
• PLA Eastern Theater Command slams provocative actions of US, UK warships in Taiwan Straits transit, vows to safeguard sovereignty Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- The US destroyer USS Higgins and the UK frigate HMS Richmond transited the Taiwan Straits on Friday, engaging in provocative actions. The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) deployed naval and air forces to monitor and effectively respond to the transit throughout the process, Senior Colonel Shi Yi, the spokesperson for the theater command, said on Friday.
• Taiwan military tracks Chinese carrier's passage through Taiwan Strait CNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Friday it employed joint intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance measures to monitor the movements of China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, as it recently transited the Taiwan Strait en route to the South China Sea.
• U.S. commerce secretary hints at 'big deal' with Taiwan CNA 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested in an interview on Thursday that the United States and Taiwan were close to reaching a trade agreement.
• China lodges solemn representations with relevant countries over visit of head of foreign affairs department of Taiwan authorities to Europe: FM Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- Responding to a visit of the so-called head of the foreign affairs department of the Taiwan authorities to Europe, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that the island of Taiwan is a province of China.
• Taiwan begins requiring civil servants to report travel to Hong Kong, Macau CNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said on Thursday that its revised guidelines requiring public servants to notify authorities before traveling to Hong Kong or Macau have taken effect, with penalties to be enforced starting July 1 next year for those who fail to comply.
• DPRK: UN report finds 10 years of increased suffering, repression and fear OHCHR 12 Sep 2025 -- The overall human rights situation in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has not improved over the past decade and, in many instances, has degraded, bringing even more suffering to the population, a report published by the UN Human Rights Office on Friday has found.
• North Koreans have grown more repressed, fearful in the past decade, U.N. report says Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2025 -- This Sept. 9, 2025, photo released by the North Korean government shows residents gathering at the statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il in Pyongyang.
• DPR Korea: UN report finds human rights situation still dire, a decade on UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- The death penalty in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is "more widely allowed by law and implemented in practice" than a decade ago, said a senior UN human rights official on Friday.
• Araghchi slams E3's stance on military aggression against Iran as 'irresponsible' IRNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has criticized the European Troika - France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, collectively known as the E3 - for "an irresponsible and unjustified approach" in overlooking recent military aggression by the United States and Israel.
• Iran's nuclear materials buried under bombed sites: FM People's Daily 12 Sep 2025 -- Iran's nuclear materials remain buried beneath the ruins of facilities bombed after recent attacks, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday, adding that no agreement has yet been reached on inspections.
• Iran's Deal With UN Nuclear Watchdog Not Enough To Halt Snapback RFE/RL 12 Sep 2025
• G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) Statement on Iranian Transnational Repression and Other Malign Activities Canada 12 Sep 2025 -- Today, members of the G7 RRM (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union) as well as G7 RRM associate members (Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Sweden) issued the following statement:
• Perils of 'Greater Israel' and the promise of a strong region IRNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Mohammad-Javad Zarif, Iran's former vice president for strategic affairs and foreign minister, explored the dangers of Israel's expansionist project and the alternative vision of a cooperative, strong West Asia in an article released in Arabic in the Lebanese newspaper Al Akhbar.
• Iran will never compromise its rights and security: Araghchi IRNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi says that the Islamic Republic of Iran will never compromise the rights or security of its people and will continue to safeguard national interests with strength and resolve.
• 17th Meeting of the India-France Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism India MEA 12 Sep 2025
• Transcript of the Press Briefing by the Spokesperson on Friday 12th September 2025 Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Sep 2025
• PM meeting with the Taoiseach Micheál Martin of Ireland: 12 September 2025 Gov.UK 12 Sep 2025
• PM call with President Nawrocki of Poland: 12 September 2025 Gov.UK 12 Sep 2025
• Press conference - Sydney Prime Minister of Australia 12 Sep 2025
• Press conference - Cairns Prime Minister of Australia 12 Sep 2025
• Australia unites with Pacific leaders on regional priorities Prime Minister of Australia 12 Sep 2025
• Minister Budrys: A democratic Belarus is a strategic interest of European security Lithuania MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- On 11 September, Lithuania's Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys participated in an international conference organized by the Institute of International Relations and Political Science (IIRPS) at Vilnius University entitled "Belarus and Belarusians in the time of geopolitical insecurities: global perceptions and domestic realities".
• Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in an interview with t-online Germany Federal Foreign Office 12 Sep 2025
• Senior officials of the Latvian and Estonian Ministries of Foreign Affairs coordinate action on live issues of regional security and those on the international agenda Latvia MFA 12 Sep 2025 -- On 12 September 2025, the town of Alūksne in Latvia hosted a meeting of the Latvian and Estonian Ministries of Foreign Affairs, for coordinating action by the two countries in the matters of regional security and those on the international agenda.
• 'Deadly floods' displace over 100,000 in South Sudan UN News 12 Sep 2025 -- Over 100,000 people in South Sudan have been displaced by what the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, has called "new deadly floods."
• No: 186, 12 September 2025, Regarding the Sixth Meeting of the Special Representatives for the Normalization Process between Türkiye and Armenia Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Sep 2025

11 September 2025

Defense Policy / Programs

• Joint Service Teamwork Forged During Exercise Sage Eagle DoD News 11 Sep 2025 -- Army Green Berets and supporting elements assigned to the 3rd Special Forces Group teamed with security forces airmen from the Air National Guard for Sage Eagle 25-4, a joint training exercise designed to enhance the services' interoperability and readiness, conducted in late August.
• US Air Force announces arrival of second B-21 test aircraft at Edwards AFB US Air Force 11 Sep 2025 -- The Department of the Air Force has announced the arrival of the second B-21 Raider flight test aircraft, Sept. 11, at Edwards Air Force Base, California, significantly enhancing the Air Force's capacity to conduct comprehensive testing and sustainment training.
• Exercise Sea Breeze 2025-3 Fleet Commander's Conference begins in Romania US Navy 11 Sep 2025 -- U.S. 6th Fleet and the Romanian Naval Forces hosted Exercise Sea Breeze 2025-3 (25-3) Fleet Commander's Conference in Constanta, Romania, Sept. 11-12, 2025.
• Space Development Agency completes successful launch of First Tranche 1 satellite United States Space Force 11 Sep 2025 -- The Space Development Agency has announced the successful launch of the first Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 1 (T1) Transport Layer space vehicles (SV) from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.
• Wright ANGB to gain ANG cyber operations squadrons US Air Force 11 Sep 2025 -- The Department of the Air Force has selected Roland R. Wright Air National Guard Base, Utah, as the Preferred Location for two Air National Guard cyber operations squadrons.
• NATO AWACS and Turkish Air Force enhance interoperability during NEXUS ACE training NATO Allied Air Command 11 Sep 2025 -- Türkiye successfully execute NEXUS ACE training exercise from Konya Air Base in Türkiye, reinforcing Allied cohesion and operational readiness in the region.
• NATO leaders agree to take stock of military response amid rising Russia-Ukraine conflict Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- European leaders have vowed to take stock of their military response and capabilities after Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk claimed that Russian drones violated Polish airspace "in an act of aggression."
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs summons Russian chargé d'affaires Estonia MFA 11 Sep 2025 -- Today, 11 September, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the chargé d'affaires of the Russian Federation to express Estonia's strong condemnation of the violation of Polish airspace by Russian combat drones
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs summons a representative of the Russian Embassy in protest against the brutal attacks on Ukraine and the violation of Polish airspace Latvia MFA 11 Sep 2025 -- On 11 September 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Chargé d'Affaires of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Latvia and presented him with a note of protest over brutal attacks on Ukrainian civilians and shelling the buildings of Ukrainian public authorities in the past week.
• Latvia to Close Airspace Zone Along Eastern Border with Belarus and Russia Latvia MOD 11 Sep 2025 -- Starting from Thursday, September 11, at 18:00, Latvia will close its airspace zone along the eastern border with Belarus and Russia for at least one week - until September 18.
• Russia's violation of Polish sovereign airspace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 11 Sep 2025 -- UK Chargé d'Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russia's violations of Poland's sovereign airspace and underlines the UK's full support for Poland.
• Denys Shmyhal: UK to produce Ukrainian interceptor drones Ukraine MOD 11 Sep 2025
• Denys Shmyhal discussed cooperation plans with world's leading defence companies Ukraine MOD 11 Sep 2025
• MoD's DOT saved over UAH 13.4 billion on procurement thanks to high competition Ukraine MOD 11 Sep 2025
• Denys Shmyhal: Ukraine allocates land for the construction of new Rheinmetall plant Ukraine MOD 11 Sep 2025
• Denys Shmyhal discusses strengthening aviation capabilities with Saab delegation Ukraine MOD 11 Sep 2025
• New military support package to Ukraine worth over SEK 9 billion Government Offices of Sweden 11 Sep 2025 -- The Government has presented its 20th military support package to Ukraine, at a value of approximately SEK 9.2 billion.
• Chinese expert plays down Japanese hype of aircraft carrier Fujian's voyage 200km away from China's Diaoyu Dao Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- Japan's Defense Ministry claimed that the Japanese side had for the first time spotted China's aircraft carrier Fujian when it sailed southwest some 200 kilometers northwest of China's Diaoyu Dao on Thursday.
• China always a force for peace, stability, progress: spokesperson People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- China is always a force for peace, stability and progress in the world, a Ministry of National Defense spokesperson said on Wednesday.
• Special defense budget would boost Taiwan's wartime resilience: Minister CNA 11 Sep 2025 -- The NT$113.2 billion (US$3.47 billion) earmarked for the Ministry of National Defense (MND) under a proposed NT$550 billion special budget would extend Taiwan's wartime reserves from 30 days to 120 days if approved by the Legislature, Defense Minister Wellington Koo (顧立雄) said Thursday.
• World-class tank simulators for the Australian Army Australia DOD 11 Sep 2025 -- Defence has invested approximately $60 million in a world-class main battle tank simulation capability, designed and built by Australian defence industry.
• Storage and maintenance of USMC MV-22 Osprey aircraft in Australia Australia DOD 11 Sep 2025 -- The Australian Government has approved the storage and maintenance of United States Marine Corps (USMC) MV-22 Osprey Aircraft in Australia.
• Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, September 2025 UK FCDO 11 Sep 2025 -- Statement by UK Ambassador Corinne Kitsell on behalf of Australia, the UK and the US to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on IAEA safeguards and AUKUS
• Royal Canadian Air Force Welcomes first two Future Aircrew Training Program Aircraft Canada 11 Sep 2025 -- Members of the Royal Canadian Air Force and industry partner SkyAlyne welcomed the first two CT-102B Astra II (Grob G120 TP) Basic Flight Training aircraft today at the Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport.
• INDIAN NAVY TO STRENGTHEN ITS MARITIME DOMAIN AWARENESS CAPABILITY WITH COMMISSIONING OF INS ARAVALI AT GURUGRAM India PIB 11 Sep 2025 -- Indian Navy will commission INS Aravali at Gurugram in the presence of Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff on 12 Sep 2025
• A high-level defence delegation led by Lieutenant General Staff Pilot Mohanad Ghalib Mohammed Radi Al-Asadi, Commander of the Iraqi Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad. ISPR Pakistan 11 Sep 2025 -- A high-level defence delegation led by Lieutenant General Staff Pilot Mohanad Ghalib Mohammed Radi Al-Asadi, Commander of the Iraqi Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad
• Defence Secretary's DSEI 2025 Keynote Speech UK MOD 11 Sep 2025 -- The Defence Secretary delivered the closing speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025.
• Andy Start speech at DSEI UK MOD 11 Sep 2025 -- DSEI is a showcase for British industry and British ingenuity
• Commander of UK Space Command's DSEI 2025 keynote speech on defence in space UK MOD 11 Sep 2025 -- Major General Paul Tedman, Commander of UK Space Command, delivered his keynote speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025.
• British economy sees defence dividend as new figures reveal above inflation increase in spend with industry UK MOD 11 Sep 2025 -- Government spending in the UK defence industry grew by 6% in real terms to £31.7 billion, according to latest figures for 2024/25 published today.
• The President met with Supreme Allied Commander Europe President of the Republic of Lithuania 11 Sep 2025 -- On Thursday, President Gitanas Nausėda met with Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) General Alexus G. Grynkewich.
• Strengthening defence cooperation with the UK New Zealand Government 11 Sep 2025 -- New Zealand and the United Kingdom have updated their statement on defence cooperation to reflect the rapidly changing world we live in, Defence Minister Judith Collins says.
• NZ Army soldiers training valuable skills in Korea New Zealand Defence Force 11 Sep 2025 -- New Zealand Army soldiers are putting their years of training to the test in the challenging environments of Korea, from dense jungle conditions to urban environments.
• The Minister of Defence and the Commander of the Defence Forces discussed strengthening NATO's eastern flank with the Supreme Allied Commander Europe Estonia MoD 11 Sep 2025 -- Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur and Commander of the Defence Forces Lieutenant General Andrus Merilo met in Tallinn with the NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), General Alexus G. Grynkewich, to discuss strengthening the eastern flank of the alliance.
• Working visit by the National Armaments Director at the trade fair "Defence & Security Equipment International" in London Federal Council - Swiss Government 11 Sep 2025 -- National Armaments Director Urs Loher took part in the armaments trade fair "Defence & Security Equipment International" (DSEI) in London from 9 to 10 September 2025.
• PESCO Highlight: Electromagnetic warfare capability and interoperability programme for future joint intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (JISR) Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) 11 Sep 2025 -- As part of our ongoing PESCO Highlight series, we turn the focus to the 'Electromagnetic Warfare Capability and Interoperability Programme for Future Joint Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance' (JISR) project.
• PH-Japan military access pact enters into force Philippine News Agency 11 Sep 2025 -- The Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan entered into force on Thursday, highlighting the "robust strategic partnership" between the two countries, the Department of National Defense (DND) said.
• PH Army eyes drones to upgrade external defense capabilities Philippine News Agency 11 Sep 2025 -- The Philippine Army (PA) is looking to integrate drones as part of its efforts to beef up its external defense capabilities.
• Secretary Rubio's Call with Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó US Dept. of State 11 Sep 2025

Defense Industry

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Other Conflicts


Ukraine Conflict News
• 11 September 2025 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 11 Sep 2025

Operation Iron Swords / Operation Al-Aqsa Flood | Operation Northern Arrows | Giddeon's Chariots

• PM Netanyahu at an Event Marking 60 Years since the Execution of Eli Cohen: "There is no safe haven for those who were responsible for the terrible massacre of October 7. The message is clear: You have no sanctuary. There is no place where we cannot reach Israel - Prime Minister 11 Sep 2025
• PM Netanyahu attended the annual ceremony for the Netzach Yehuda preparatory programs Israel - Prime Minister 11 Sep 2025
• President Herzog addresses audience at The Royal Institute of International Affairs Israel MFA 11 Sep 2025 -- President Herzog: "Unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state will not free one hostage, will not feed one Palestinian, and will only embolden Hamas and reward terror."
• Systematic distortions in the IPC's Gaza report of August 25 Israel MFA 11 Sep 2025
• Death toll in Gaza tops 64,700 amid Israeli strikes IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- The death toll in Gaza since the beginning of the Al-Aqsa Storm operation, October 7, 2023, has reached 64,718, following ongoing Israeli strikes.
• Israeli drone strike kills one civilian in southern Lebanon in violation of ceasefire Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- An Israeli drone strike has killed one person in southern Lebanon in yet another violation of a ceasefire agreement with the Hezbollah resistance movement.
• US Doing Everything for Israeli Control Over Lebanon - Hezbollah Leader Sputnik 11 Sep 2025 -- The United States is exerting all possible pressure on the Lebanese authorities in order to disarm the Hezbollah movement for the expansion of Israel's influence within Lebanon, Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem said on Wednesday.
• Republic of Korea to Pursue Extension of Dongmyeong and Hanbit Unit Deployments ROK MFA 11 Sep 2025
• US pledges $14.2 million to Lebanon over Hezbollah disarmament plan Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved an assistance package worth $14.2 million to help Lebanon with a plan to disarm the Hezbollah resistance movement.
• Israeli Strikes in Qatar Risk 'New and Perilous Chapter' in Middle East Conflict, Under-Secretary-General Tells Security Council UN Security Council 11 Sep 2025 -- Israel's attack on Doha on 9 September potentially opens "a new and perilous chapter" in an already devastating conflict, the United Nations top political affairs official warned today at a Security Council meeting, where delegates also heard from the Prime Minister of Qatar and other se
• Devastating rate of child malnutrition in the Gaza Strip in August surpasses July record UNICEF 11 Sep 2025 -- Child malnutrition in the Gaza Strip continues to deteriorate at an alarming rate, with the latest evidence showing a record proportion of children screened were identified as acutely malnourished in August.
• Israeli strike in Doha marks 'alarming escalation', warns top UN official, in call to uphold diplomatic norms UN News 11 Sep 2025 -- The Security Council on Thursday heard from the UN's top political affairs official on Israel's deadly airstrike in Doha - an "alarming escalation" condemned as a violation of sovereignty that threatens ongoing ceasefire and hostage negotiations in Gaza.
• Gaza City: Daily bombardment, more displacement amid escalating military offensive UN News 11 Sep 2025 -- As the Israeli offensive intensifies in Gaza City, nearly one million people estimated to be living there face daily bombardment and further displacement, the UN reported on Thursday.
• Security Council Press Statement on Doha Strikes UN Security Council 11 Sep 2025 -- The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Sangjin Kim (Republic of Korea):
• What Israel's Unprecedented Strike In Qatar Means For Iran And The Region RFE/RL 11 Sep 2025 -- The United States has spent years trying to convince Arab Gulf countries that normalization with Israel will stabilize the Middle East and contain the threat posed by Iran.
• Hamas office in Doha established upon US-Israeli request: Qatari PM IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- Qatar's prime minister has strongly condemned Israel's attempted assassination of Hamas leaders in Doha, saying the office for the Palestinian resistance group was established upon a request by the United States and Israel.
• Qatar to host Islamic-Arab summit to discuss 'united action' after Israeli strikes Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Qatar has announced that Doha will soon host an emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha to discuss the Israeli airstrikes on the Persian Gulf state's capital city.
• Qatar Calls Netanyahu's Accusations of Harboring Terrorists 'Reckless' Sputnik 11 Sep 2025 -- Qatar calls Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusations of harboring terrorists against Doha "reckless," the Qatari Foreign ministry said.
• Hamas: US complicit in Doha attack on truce negotiators Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Hamas has condemned US complicity with Israel in the airstrike on Qatar and assassination attempt against the leaders of the Palestinian resistance movement, saying they sought to kill off talks on a potential ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip.
• Israel's strikes on Doha are a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Sep 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Qatar.
• Houthi slams Arab states for weak response to Israeli attack on Qatar Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah movement has criticized Arab states for their weak response to Israel's attack on Qatar, stating that their inaction—including their failure to sever diplomatic ties—violated the dignity of the entire region.
• Israel's Attack on Qatar Undermines Gaza Humanitarian Efforts - Lavrov Sputnik 11 Sep 2025 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a meeting in Sochi with Qatar's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
• Benjamin Netanyahu needs to be 'brought to justice': Qatari PM Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has denounced the recent Israeli attacks on Doha as "state terror," saying the Israeli regime's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needs to be "brought to justice."
• Regional countries renew condemnation of Israeli Doha strike as Israel vows to pursue Hamas leaders "everywhere" People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- Regional countries on Wednesday reaffirmed their condemnation on Israel's Doha strike, and voiced their support for and solidarity with Qatar, as Israeli officials vowed to continue fighting Hamas leaders "everywhere" and targeting countries failing to act against them.
• Visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan to Qatar to Express Solidarity in the Wake of Recent Attack on Qatar by Israel Pakistan - Prime Miinister's Office 11 Sep 2025
• British PM urges Israel to change course in Gaza People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Downing Street on Wednesday, during which he strongly condemned Israel's recent strike in Doha, Qatar, as "completely unacceptable," said Downing Street spokesperson.
• Philippine Statement on the Attack in Doha Philippines DFA 11 Sep 2025 -- The Philippines deplores the attack in Doha which is a grave violation of international law, particularly the fundamental principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity enshrined in the United Nations Charter.
• Iranian people and military will stand by Qatar: Top commander IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- The Chairman of the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces said that the government, nation, and armed forces of Qatar should know that Iran and its military will stand by them until the end.
• Iranian nation, Armed Forces will stand by Qatar 'until the end': Top general Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Iran's top military commander asserted that the recent Israeli aggression against Qatar would not have occurred without "the coordination and green light" of the United States, vowing that Iran and its armed forces would stand by Doha "until the end."
• Government approves Estonia's accession to the New York Declaration in support of a peaceful resolution of the Palestinian question Estonia MFA 11 Sep 2025 -- Today, on 11 September, the Government of the Republic of Estonia decided to support Estonia's accession to the New York Declaration, which aims to promote peaceful solutions to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and to support the implementation of the two-state solution.
• Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita said Thursday in Rabat that Morocco considers statements about the occupation of the Gaza Strip and the deportation of Palestinians from this enclave to be "dangerous and unacceptable," stressing that they "must be addressed firmly and rigorously." Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Statement on comments made by Israeli Prime Minister's Office Spain MFA 11 Sep 2025
• PM call with President El-Sisi of Egypt: 11 September 2025 Gov.UK 11 Sep 2025
• Yemen targets Israeli military sites with hypersonic missile, drones Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Yemen's armed forces say they have launched successful missile and drone attacks targeting Israeli occupied areas in support of the Palestinian cause.

Other Conflicts

• Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Afghanistan UNOCHA 11 Sep 2025
• China's 'nature reserve' plan in BdM 'patently illegal,' says Año Philippine News Agency 11 Sep 2025 -- National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año on Thursday described as "patently illegal" China's plan to create a nature reserve at Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea.
• PH strongly protests Chinese 'nature reserve' plan in Scarborough Philippine News Agency 11 Sep 2025 -- The Philippine government on Thursday strongly protested China's plan to create a nature reserve at the Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea, pointing out that only Manila can put up a marine protected area in the feature.
• China does not accept Philippines' groundless accusations and so-called protests over China's establishment of Huangyan Dao national nature reserve: FM Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- China does not accept the Philippines' groundless accusations and so-called protests, and urges the Philippines to stop violating China's sovereignty, making provocation, and spreading disinformation, and stop creating factors that could complicate the situation at sea, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday, after the Philippines said it "strongly protests" against China's plan to develop a nature reserve.
• Establishment of Huangyan Dao national nature reserve fully within China's sovereignty, says FM in response to Philippine's so-called protest Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports of the Philippine foreign ministry claiming on Thursday it "strongly protests" China's plan to create a national nature reserve in Huangyan Dao, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said that "Huangyan Dao is China's inherent territory. The establishment of the Huangyan Dao national nature reserve falls entirely within China's sovereignty and is aimed at protecting the diversity, stability and sustainability of the ecological environment of Huangyan Dao.
• Taiwan reaffirms sovereignty amid PRC plans for South China Sea nature reserve CNA 11 Sep 2025 -- The Taiwan government on Thursday reiterated its sovereignty claim over the South China Sea, after China on Tuesday approved a proposal to create a national nature reserve on a shoal in the disputed area.
• DFA Statement on China's Recent Approval of the Establishment of A Nature Reserve in Bajo De Masinloc Philippines DFA 11 Sep 2025 -- The Philippines strongly protests the recent approval by the State Council of China of the establishment of the so-called "Huangyan Island National Nature Reserve".
• Afghanistan: New restrictions on women nationals working for UN, put aid efforts at risk UN News 11 Sep 2025 -- The United Nations in Afghanistan called on Thursday for the de facto Taliban authorities to lift restrictions barring women national staff from entering its premises.
• Iran condemns Israel's deadly strikes on Yemen, calls for global action Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned Israel's "criminal" airstrikes on Yemen's infrastructure and residential areas, including media headquarters, calling on the United Nations Security Council and the international community to take urgent action against the regime's atrocities.
• UN 'concerned' over Israeli airstrikes on Yemen Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- The United Nations has raised alarm over continued Israeli airstrikes in Yemen, expressing concern after the latest attacks struck near one of its offices in the Arab country.
• Treasury Sanctions Houthi Illicit Revenue and Procurement Networks US Treasury 11 Sep 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating 32 individuals and entities and identifying four vessels in Treasury's largest sanctions action to date targeting Iran-backed Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis. The
• Death toll from Israeli airstrikes in Yemen rises to 35: Houthi statement People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Houthi-held areas in northern Yemen rose to 35, with 131 wounded, the Houthi-run health ministry said late on Wednesday.
• Former Liberian Rebel General Sentenced to Over Four Years in Prison for Concealing Serious Human Rights Violations to Fraudulently Obtain Immigration Status in the United States US Dept. of Justice 11 Sep 2025 -- Laye Sekou Camara, 47, was sentenced today to 57 months in prison after pleading guilty to four counts of visa fraud.
• On 9-10 September, nineteen Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were sent to hell in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. ISPR Pakistan 11 Sep 2025 -- On 9-10 September, nineteen Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were sent to hell in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.

News Reports

• U.S. political activist Charlie Kirk dead after being shot in neck during event in Utah People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- Charlie Kirk, an American political activist and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, died after being shot in the neck on Wednesday during an event at Utah Valley University.
• Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Van Hollen Statement on Violence and Unrest in Nepal US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 11 Sep 2025 -- Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Van Hollen (D-MD) issued the following statement on reports that hundreds of civilians have been injured and over 20 Nepali citizens killed in protests sparked by the government's social media ban and citizens' mounting frustration with economic inequality and corruption
• Six Alleged "Unknown Vice Lord Gang" Members Indicted for Attempted Murder in aid of Racketeering and Firearm Charges US Dept. of Justice 11 Sep 2025 -- A nine-count indictment was unsealed in the Western District of Tennessee charging six alleged members of a criminal street gang known as Unknown Vice Lords (UVL) - Ghost Mob with conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and firearms violations.
• Meeting with ASI General Director Svetlana Chupsheva President of Russia 11 Sep 2025 -- Vladimir Putin had a working meeting with General Director of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives Svetlana Chupsheva.
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's participation in the 8th joint ministerial meeting of Russia-GCC Strategic Dialogue Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks at the 8th Ministerial M Meeting of the Russia−GCC Strategic Dialogue, Sochi, September 11, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sultan bin Saad bin Sultan Al Muraikhi Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Opening remarks by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Sochi, September 11, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Sep 2025
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian's Regular Press Conference on September 11, 2025 PRC MofA 11 Sep 2025
• Chinese, US top diplomats, defense chiefs hold phone talks Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- In the latest phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that in this new era, China and the US should work together for world peace and prosperity, tackle global challenges and shoulder their due responsibilities as major countries.
• Providing support for diplomatic premises construction is an international obligation of host country, says FM in response to UK trade minister's remarks on China's new embassy plan Global Times 11 Sep 2025
• Annual EU report illustrates further erosion of autonomy and fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong European Commission 11 Sep 2025 -- The European Commission and the High Representative have adopted today the 27th annual report to the European Parliament and the Council on political and economic developments in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. This report covers developments in 2024.
• Annual EU report shows continued emphasis on national security that risks fundamental freedoms in Macao European Commission 11 Sep 2025 -- The European Commission and the High Representative have adopted today their 25th annual report to the European Parliament and the Council on political and economic developments in the Macao Special Administrative Region. This report covers developments in 2024.
• Foreign Ministry, Ministry of Commerce respond to Mexico's plan to hike tariffs, vowing 'necessary' measures to safeguard China's legitimate interests Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- China's Foreign Ministry and Ministry of Commerce responded on Thursday to Mexico's plan to hike tariffs on a wide range of imports including autos and toys from countries including China, urging the Mexican side to exercise extreme caution and consider carefully before taking any actions.
• Chinese Foreign Minister urges US to exercise caution on issues concerning China's core interests such as Taiwan in phone conversation Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun held a video talk with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday. Dong said that it is imperative to uphold an open attitude, maintain communication and engagement, and build a sound, stable China-US military relationship that is based on equality, respect and peaceful coexistence.
• China, U.S. should work together for world peace, prosperity: Chinese FM People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Wednesday that in this new era, China and the United States should work together for world peace and prosperity, tackle global challenges and shoulder their due responsibilities as major countries.
• Apex Aviation confirms China military jet buzzed medevac plane in June CNA 11 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Apex Aviation on Thursday confirmed reports that a Chinese military aircraft had flown close to one of its medevac planes near Kinmen in June.
• Mainland spokesperson warns DPP against seeking "Taiwan independence" through external support People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- A mainland spokesperson on Wednesday warned Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities that seeking "Taiwan independence" by relying on external forces is a dead end.
• Cross-Strait dialogue must be conducted based on one-China principle: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said that cross-Strait dialogue and consultations must naturally be conducted on the basis of the one-China principle, as both the mainland and Taiwan belong to one China, and Taiwan is part of China.
• DPP slammed for making irresponsible comments on WWII history, victory commemorations People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- A spokesperson for the Chinese mainland on Wednesday slammed Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for making irresponsible comments on the history of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the mainland's anniversary commemorations of victory in the war.
• PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 11 Sep 2025
• Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Congratulatory Message from Belarusian President KCNA 11 Sep 2025 -- Kim Jong Un , president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, received a congratulatory message from Aleksandr Lukashenko, president of the Republic of Belarus, on September 9.
• Spokesperson's Press Briefing (September 11, 2025) ROK MFA 11 Sep 2025
• Iranian court sentences four to death over spying for Israel's Mossad Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Four individuals have been sentenced to death by a revolutionary court in northwestern Iran for collaborating with the Israeli Mossad spy agency and sharing classified and sensitive information with the occupying Tel Aviv regime in exchange for money.
• UN welcomes Iran-IAEA agreement: spokesperson People's Daily 11 Sep 2025 -- The United Nations welcomes the agreement reached between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on the "practical modalities to resume inspections in Iran," said Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the UN secretary-general, on Wednesday.
• Iran says nuclear material buried at bombed sites, rejects unrestricted IAEA access Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Iran says its nuclear materials remain under rubble from recent attacks, stressing that any inspections by the UN must follow new rules and rejecting Western demands for unrestricted access amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
• Pezeshkian: A nation that makes correct decisions will never surrender IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says that a nation making wise decisions for the honor and pride of its country will never surrender.
• Araghchi slams European countries for ignoring US, Israeli aggression against Iran Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has denounced the three European nations for their "irresponsible" approach to the recent aggression against Iran by the United States and Israel, as well as their threat to restore the canceled UN Security Council resolutions, which he believes will only exacerbate the existing tensions.
• Iran's economy must shift from reliance on oil, says president IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the need for Iran to reduce reliance on oil revenues and unlock the full potential of domestic talent and industry.
• Iran, Egypt presidents urge united front against Israeli aggression IRNA 11 Sep 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi condemned the "criminal aggression" by the Israeli regime against Qatar, urging the Islamic world to adopt a unified and firm stance in response.
• IAEA 'fully satisfied' with cooperation agreement; objections by 3rd parties 'strange': Iran FM Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is completely satisfied with the terms of an agreement that was recently reached between the body and the Islamic Republic.
• PM calls with President Macron of France and Chancellor Merz of Germany: 11 September 2025 Gov.UK 11 Sep 2025
• The human rights situation in Belarus: Joint Statement to the OSCE, September 2025 UK FCDO 11 Sep 2025 -- The UK and 37 other OSCE countries call for the release of all political prisoners and an end to repression of civil society, independent media and opposition voices.
• Myanmar election results expected at end of January, official says Radio Free Asia 11 Sep 2025 -- The details come as officials contend with opposition groups and prosecute election critics.
• UNHCR's Grandi calls for increased aid access and funding for Myanmar's forgotten crisis UNHCR 11 Sep 2025 -- UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, on Thursday completed a three-day visit to Myanmar, where he witnessed the grave consequences of unrelenting violence and conflict that have left millions displaced and without homes.
• 'Wars, disasters, displacement, hunger' continue to burden Myanmar UN News 11 Sep 2025 -- Millions of people in Myanmar "live in daily fear for their lives," said the head of the UN refugee agency on Thursday, following a three-day visit to the conflict-ridden country.
• Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on State visit of Prime Minister of Mauritius to India (September 11, 2025) India MEA 11 Sep 2025
• Japan-Portugal Foreign Ministers' Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 11 Sep 2025
• Japan-France Foreign Ministers' Telephone Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 11 Sep 2025
• Echoing Yellow Vest uprising, 'Block Everything' protests rock France Press TV 11 Sep 2025 -- France is rocked by a nationwide wave of anti-government protests, with tens of thousands of demonstrators having taken to the streets to voice their anger over President Emmanuel Macron's unpopular economic policies and political instability.
• Doorstop - Munda, Solomon Islands Prime Minister of Australia 11 Sep 2025
• Xi congratulates president of Guyana on reelection Global Times 11 Sep 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday congratulated Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his reelection as president of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana.
• Press remarks by President António Costa following the meeting with Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico EC/CEU 11 Sep 2025
• Secretary General Vseviov in Moldova: EU enlargement is a question of European security Estonia MFA 11 Sep 2025
• The human rights situation in Georgia: Joint Statement to the OSCE, September 2025 UK FCDO 11 Sep 2025 -- The UK and 36 other OSCE participating States highlight the deteriorating human rights situation in Georgia and regret the lack of a timely invitation for the OSCE to observe municipal elections in October 2025.
• World News in Brief: Afghan quake update, diplomacy continues to end Sudan war, UN honours victims of 9/11 UN News 11 Sep 2025 -- The devastating earthquakes that struck eastern Afghanistan at the end of August have killed more than 2,200 people and pushed nearly half a million into crisis.