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TRUMP PRESSURES NATO TO HALT RUSSIAN OIL PURCHASES: A BOLD MOVE IN GLOBAL ENERGY POLITICS The geopolitical landscape continues to shift as former U.S. President Donald Trump makes headlines once again with strong demands directed at NATO allies. In his latest statement, Trump has called on all NATO member states to immediately stop purchasing Russian oil, a move he argues is essential to curbing Moscow’s global influence and weakening its economic backbone. Beyond that, he has suggested implementing tariffs between 50% and 100% on Chinese imports, citing Beijing’s continued oil trade with Russia as both a security risk and an unfair economic practice. This development has ignited discussions not only in Washington but across Europe and Asia, where nations must weigh the consequences of aligning with or resisting Trump’s push. The implications are broad, spanning from global energy markets to trade relations, and even touching on the delicate fabric of NATO’s unity. WHY TRUM...

NEPAL IN CRISIS: ARMY PATROLS CAPITAL AS CALLS GROW FOR INTERIM LEADERSHIP Nepal is experiencing its deadliest unrest in years after two consecutive days of violent anti-corruption protests that erupted in Kathmandu on September 8–9, 2025. The government responded with an indefinite curfew, while soldiers now patrol the capital and guard key institutions, including parliament. The demonstrations, triggered by anger over corruption and intensified by a controversial social media ban, spiraled into chaos. Protesters torched government offices, media houses, and private residences, leaving more than 25 people dead and hundreds injured. Streets remain deserted under strict curfew orders as the army tries to restore order. Amid the violence, Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli resigned, deepening the political crisis. Protesters and civil society leaders are now demanding a civilian-led interim government to bring stability. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has emerged as a strong...

ISRAEL STRIKES HOUTHI-RUN TV STATION IN YEMEN OVER ‘PROPAGANDA’ In the early hours of Tuesday, September 10, 2025, Israel carried out fresh airstrikes in Yemen, targeting a television station operated by Houthi rebels. According to regional media sources, the strike was aimed at silencing what Israel described as “ongoing propaganda” fueling tensions in the region. The attack marks yet another escalation in the Middle East, coming just a day after Israel’s controversial strike in Doha, Qatar, which drew widespread international criticism. Yemen, already ravaged by years of civil conflict, has now been pulled deeper into the growing regional crisis. The Houthi-controlled TV channel, based in Sana’a, was reportedly broadcasting messages condemning Israel’s actions in Qatar and pledging solidarity with Hamas. Shortly after the strike, footage circulated online showing the damaged building and emergency services rushing to contain the fire. No official casualty figures have bee...

CAPE TOWN TRAGEDY: SIX LIVES LOST IN TWO DAYS OF SHOOTINGS Cape Town has once again been rocked by a surge in violence, with six people losing their lives in separate shootings over just two days. The incidents occurred in Wallacedene and Eikendal, communities long plagued by gang activity and illegal firearms. On Monday evening, two women were fatally shot and another injured in Wallacedene. Hours later, two more women were killed execution-style in the same area. The following day, further shootings claimed additional lives, deepening the city’s crisis of violent crime. Authorities report that Cape Town recorded nearly 3,500 murders last year, underscoring the urgent need for stronger crime-fighting measures. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia expressed concern over the absence of a coordinated national strategy to dismantle organized crime networks, highlighting the challenges of intelligence-driven policing in the region. Local communities are left grieving and fearf...

NORWAY CRUSH MOLDOVA 11-1: A NIGHT OF GOALS AND RECORDS On September 9, 2025, Norway produced one of the most remarkable performances in recent international football, demolishing Moldova 11-1 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Oslo. It was a night of records, dominance, and attacking brilliance that left fans in awe. Erling Haaland was once again at the heart of the story. The Manchester City striker delivered a breathtaking display, scoring five goals and cementing his reputation as one of the most lethal forwards in world football. His movement, power, and finishing made Moldova’s defense look helpless, as he pushed his international tally to an astonishing 48 goals in 45 matches. But Haaland was not alone in shining. Thelo Aasgård came off the bench and stunned everyone with four goals, proving that Norway’s future is not only about Haaland but also about a new generation ready to rise. Captain Martin Ødegaard added his own contribution, orche...

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES: COMMUNITIES ON EDGE AMID ONGOING BATTLES California is once again facing the fury of fast-moving wildfires, with multiple blazes tearing through communities across the central region. The crisis began on August 24, 2025, when lightning strikes ignited several fires. Since then, fire crews have been working around the clock to contain the destruction, but progress remains mixed. The Garnet Fire, which started in Fresno County at 2:13 p.m. on August 24, has already scorched over 46,000 acres and remains only 14% contained, raising urgent concerns for residents in its path. Meanwhile, the Salt 14-2 Fire, stretching across 25,580 acres, is just 33% contained. Offering some relief, the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire has reached 66% containment, though it has still burned nearly 14,000 acres. As of today, September 8, 2025, evacuation orders and warnings remain active in several counties. Thousands of families have been displaced or...

  NIGERIAN MILITARY AIRSTRIKES KILL 35 MILITANTS IN BORNO STATE In a significant counter-terrorism operation, the Nigerian military has confirmed that airstrikes conducted on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Borno State eliminated at least 35 suspected militants linked to Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The operation, carried out in Kumshe, near the Cameroon border, targeted four insurgent gathering points that had been identified through credible intelligence reports. According to military sources, the precision strikes not only neutralized the militants but also disrupted their operational bases, preventing planned attacks in the region. DETAILS OF THE OPERATION The Nigerian Air Force deployed fighter jets for the mission, striking insurgent strongholds that had been fortified in remote areas of Borno. Ground troops later confirmed that the air raids were highly effective, resulting in the destruction of enemy positions and weapons stockpiles...