söndag 6 september 2026
Middle East Crisis
Iran War
Iran: To Establish a No-Go Zone in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran intends to establish a “no-go zone” in the sea near the Strait of Hormuz, the country's top security chief Mohsen Rezaei said on state television according to AFP.
– This zone will start at the US Navy's blockade line and include areas in the Persian Gulf. All ships that enter this zone will be placed on Iran's sanctions list, he said.
The US and Iran have escalated ship attacks on each other this week after a month of calm.
Israel-Hezbollah
Israel attacks southern Lebanon – several dead
The Israeli military IDF has launched a new wave of attacks on southern Lebanon, several international media outlets report. At least four people have been killed and many injured after airstrikes on the Nabatieh district, according to local government sources.
A hospital was reportedly destroyed in al-Fawqa overnight. No patients or hospital staff were reportedly in the building at the time, the Lebanese newspaper L’Orient-Le Jour reports.
The IDF claims the attacks are a response to the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia sending drones against Israeli ground forces.
Climate Threat Extreme Weather in Europe
Heatwaves Threaten France's Iconic Cheeses
Several of France's beloved cheeses are threatened by increasingly severe heatwaves and droughts, reports CNN.
As the grass dries out, farmers are forced to buy more and more feed to supplement their animals' diet. Previously, there was a problem with the grass every 15 to 20 years, but now it is every year, according to Laurent Lours, who has been a dairy farmer and cheesemaker for 35 years.
- So far we have had five heatwaves this year. We have never experienced these temperatures, he says.
The strict regulations surrounding the production of French artisanal cheeses mean that production is decreasing as a result of the extreme weather.
One example is the unpasteurized cheese variety Salers. It must be produced between April 15 and November 15 by grazing cows whose diet must consist of at least 75 percent grass.
The summer heat and drought forced more than 60 of the 80 Salers producers in the country to pause production.
Eight European countries experienced their hottest day ever
This year's European summer was exceptionally hot in many countries. 33 had their hottest July ever, with persistent heat waves.
Eight countries also experienced their hottest days ever since measurements began, according to statistics from the EU weather institute Copernicus.
In Denmark, the heat record was broken on June 27, writes Danmarks Radio. Then 37 degrees were measured in Danish East Jutland and on Funen. It has never been so hot before.
Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic and Austria also broke heat records this summer.
Latest news
Death penalty in the world
Egyptian TV personality sentenced to death in major drug ring
Egyptian TV personality Sarah Khalifa has been sentenced to death along with 11 others, writes the BBC. The 39-year-old is convicted of being part of a large smuggling network.
Khalifa, who is a well-known presenter of the national TV program "Mission Impossible" and is followed by millions on social media, was convicted despite her denials of being involved in the smuggling of 750 kilograms of drugs.
A total of 27 people have been charged with the crime, of whom nine have received life sentences and seven have been acquitted.
Amnesty International has sounded the alarm that 492 death sentences have been handed down so far this year, of which 23 have been carried out.
Trump's USA Raids
The US sank several alleged "drug boats" in the Pacific
The US military has blown up a group of boats in the Pacific Ocean that are said to be used as a refueling station for drug smugglers. The military command Southcom writes in a statement on X.
According to the authority, there were intelligence reports that the boats were used by the criminal organization Los Choneros.
Several people are said to have been taken from the boats and taken to Ecuador.
In the past year, the US has sunk several boats in the Pacific Ocean that are said to be used to smuggle drugs. The raids have been heavily criticized as experts believe that the military may put innocent people at risk.
Cargo plane in accident in Miami – several injured
A cargo plane belonging to Amazon has driven off the runway at Miami International Airport in the USA, American media reports.
Pictures show how the Boeing 767 plane lies over a roadway. Open flames and thick black smoke rise from the fuselage of the aircraft.
The plane collided with several vehicles, according to the local emergency services, which state that “several patients” are being treated. Their injuries are unclear.
Death of King Harald • 1937–2026
Queen Margrethe hospitalized – misses Harald’s funeral
Denmark’s abdicated Queen Margrethe has been hospitalized, the royal house announced according to Danish media. The 86-year-old is being treated for a new blood clot in her hip and mild dehydration.
“Queen Margrethe is in good spirits and is doing well under the circumstances,” the Danish court writes.
The announcement means that she will not attend the funeral of Norway's King Harald in Oslo on Wednesday.
Volcanic eruptions in Indonesia
150,000 stranded after volcanic eruption in Indonesia
150,000 air travelers in Indonesia have been stranded after a series of eruptions at the Anak Krakatau volcano, reports the BBC.
A total of 712 flights at six airports have been canceled after the eruptions, which sent large amounts of ash into the atmosphere. Flights to Singapore are mainly affected, but also Doha, Sydney and Kuala Lumpur.
Many residents have reported eye problems due to the ash, and authorities are urging residents in the worst-hit areas to stay indoors.
Anak Krakatau means child of Krakatau. It was formed after the eruption of the Krakatau volcano in 1883, one of the largest and deadliest volcanic eruptions in human history.
Disappointed travelers: “What to do?”
The mood is one of resignation and despair among some of the 150,000 air travelers stranded by the volcanic eruption in Indonesia, reports the AP.
– Of course it’s annoying. The airline was supposed to give an update, but so far nothing, says Spanish Diego Urdiales, who is waiting to fly home to Madrid.
– It’s a natural disaster, force majeure, so what can we do? We just have to accept it and wait for an update, says Indonesian Michele Gouw.
At least 712 flights have been canceled, including all at Jakarta’s international airport. Several regional airports are also affected.
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