Nepal social media ban protests lead to deaths; French PM ousted after budget vote
Key Takeaways
- Nepal social media ban protests: 17 dead, curfews imposed, Amnesty calls for probe.
- French PM Bayrou ousted after budget vote loss, creating political instability in France.
- Thailand's Supreme Court orders Thaksin Shinawatra to serve one year for corruption.
- Lachlan Murdoch gains control of Murdoch media empire, paying siblings $1.1 billion each.
- Report: Russia's attack on Suwalki Gap threatens Baltic defense and NATO's access.
Top Stories
Nepal: Social media ban protests lead to deaths, injuries.
On September 8, 2025, protests in Nepal against a government ban on social media platforms escalated, resulting in at least 17 deaths and numerous injuries due to police firing. Curfews were imposed in Kathmandu, and Amnesty International called for an investigation.
French PM Bayrou ousted after losing budget vote; political instability.
On September 8, 2025, the French Parliament ousted Prime Minister François Bayrou due to a lack of support for his 2026 budget plan, with 364 deputies voting against him.
Thailand: Thaksin Shinawatra ordered to serve one year for corruption.
On September 9, 2025, Thailand's Supreme Court ordered former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to serve one year in prison for corruption.
Lachlan Murdoch gains control of Murdoch media empire.
On September 8, 2025, Lachlan Murdoch secured control of the Murdoch media empire, paying $1.1 billion to each sibling.
Report: Russia's attack on Suwalki Gap threatens Baltic defense.
On 2025-09-08, BBC News reported that a potential Russian attack on the Suwalki Gap could isolate the Baltic states from Europe and NATO.
Economic Trends
Global markets react to political turmoil, eye US Fed rate cut.
On September 9, 2025, global markets reacted to political turmoil and currency depreciations, but investor sentiment remained positive due to expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cut.
Teck Resources and Anglo American announce merger of equals.
On September 09, 2025, Teck Resources and Anglo American plc announced a merger of equals, forming Anglo Teck, a global critical minerals champion, expecting US$800 million in annual synergies.
Global Security
IBM, Landasoft aided China's digital police state, Uyghur surveillance.
On September 8, 2025, an AP investigation revealed that IBM and Landasoft helped China build its digital police state, enabling Uyghur surveillance in Xinjiang. The investigation uncovered extensive documentation highlighting the risks faced by journalists covering this topic.
Jerusalem: Palestinian gunmen kill six civilians at bus stop.
On September 8, 2025, Palestinian gunmen killed six civilians at a bus stop in Jerusalem, increasing regional tensions.
Israel strikes Gaza high-rise; Hamas rejects US ceasefire proposal.
On 2025-09-08, Israel destroyed a 12-story building in Gaza City, targeting Hamas. The U.S. proposed a ceasefire, but Hamas rejected it.
Trump issues final warning to Hamas to accept US ceasefire.
On September 7, 2025, US President Trump issued a final warning to Hamas to accept the US ceasefire proposal, and Hamas indicated willingness to negotiate.
Ukraine war likely to continue into 2026, expert says.
Michael Kofman of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace told CNN on September 2025 that the Ukraine war is likely to continue into 2026.
Spain bans weapon shipments to Israel over Gaza offensive.
On September 8, 2025, Spain banned ships and aircraft carrying weapons to Israel due to the Gaza offensive, prompting condemnation from Israel and reciprocal entry bans.
Health Watch
NHS launches league tables across England to improve standards.
On September 9, 2025, the Department of Health and Social Care launched NHS league tables across England to improve standards and value, ranking trusts quarterly.
Political Pulse
Leaked data: Boris Johnson profited from contacts, influence in office.
On September 8, 2025, leaked data revealed that former PM Boris Johnson profited from contacts and influence gained in office, potentially breaching ethics rules, earning approximately £5.1m for 34 speeches.
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida announces plan to resign.
On 2025-09-08, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced his plan to resign, leading to a rise in global stock markets.
Murdoch Family Trust resolves litigation, restructures News Corp, Fox.
On September 8, 2025, the Murdoch Family Trust resolved its litigation, restructuring News Corp and Fox assets, with Lachlan Murdoch holding voting control until 2050.