On September 2, a significant anti-terror operation was initiated in Jammu city following suspected terrorist activity near the largest Army base in the region. The base has been sealed to restrict movement, and a Special Operations Group has been deployed to support the effort. The operation has resulted in one Army personnel being injured. Security forces are actively engaged in containing the situation and ensuring safety. No further details on the attackers or their motives have been released at this time.

Germany's far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), achieved a significant win in Thuringia, securing nearly a third of the vote. This marks the first time the far-right has won a state parliament election since World War Two. The AfD's success highlights growing anti-immigration sentiment, with immigration and asylum issues being key concerns for voters. Despite the victory, the AfD faces challenges in forming a government due to other parties' refusal to cooperate. The election results reflect dissatisfaction with Germany's ruling coalition and raise concerns about the rise of extremism in the country.

Around 500,000 people protested in Israel after 6 hostages were killed in Gaza. Demonstrators in cities like Jerusalem and Tel Aviv demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secure a ceasefire and bring home the remaining 101 hostages. The bodies of the six hostages were recovered from a tunnel in Gaza. Netanyahu vowed to hold those responsible accountable, while anger grew over the government's handling of the crisis. Protests intensified, with calls for a general strike to push for a deal that would end the conflict and free the remaining captives.

Princess Märtha Louise of Norway married American shaman Durek Verrett in a star-studded ceremony in the town of Geiranger on Saturday. The wedding followed three days of festivities, with celebrities and artists from Norway and the U.S. in attendance. Märtha Louise, 52, has attracted attention for her alternative beliefs, including claims of communicating with angels. Verrett, 49, claims to be a sixth-generation shaman. The couple sold photo and film rights to British magazine Hello! and Netflix, sparking protests from Norwegian media. The marriage has received widespread criticism, adding to the declining support for the Norwegian royal family.

Namibia will cull 723 animals, including 83 elephants, as part of a drought relief program to combat food insecurity caused by severe El Nino-induced drought. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism announced that the culling, conducted by professional hunters, will provide meat for those affected by the drought. The targeted animals include hippos, buffalos, zebras, and impalas from national parks and communal areas. Nearly 68 million people in Southern Africa are impacted by the ongoing drought, with countries like Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi already declaring the hunger crisis a state of disaster.

The bodies of Piotr Swiderski and his three young children, all under the age of four, were discovered by Surrey Police at a house in Bremer Road, Staines-upon-Thames, on Saturday afternoon. Police believe it to be an isolated incident with no third-party involvement. The children's mother and next of kin are being supported by specialist officers. Floral tributes have been left outside the home, with messages mourning the loss. Post-mortems and formal identification are pending. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is assessing a referral due to prior police contact with the family.

An Israeli air strike on the Safad school in Gaza City, which was sheltering displaced Palestinians, resulted in the deaths of 11 people, including a woman and a girl. The strike, which wounded several others, was reportedly aimed at a Hamas command centre within the school, according to the Israeli military. Gaza health officials stated that most casualties were women and children. The attack comes amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, which has led to significant civilian casualties and widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip.

Ukraine has launched its most extensive drone attack yet, targeting Russian energy and fuel facilities across Moscow and 14 regions. Russia's defense ministry reported intercepting 158 drones, with some causing damage, including a fire at an oil refinery in Moscow. This strike follows a massive Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Kharkiv was hit by Russian missiles, injuring 47 and causing significant destruction. President Zelensky justified the attacks as retaliation against Russia's aggression, urging international support for Ukraine's defense efforts.

The Histadrut labor union in Israel has called a nationwide general strike following the discovery of six hostages' bodies in Gaza. Union leader Arnon Bar-David urged a one-day walkout starting at 06:00 local time on Monday, with Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport closing from 08:00. This comes as thousands protest in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, demanding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secure a deal for remaining hostages. The families of the victims criticized the delay in negotiations, blaming it for the hostages' deaths. The IDF identified the deceased as victims of Hamas.

Japan is encouraging companies to adopt a four-day workweek to address a labor shortage and improve work-life balance. Since 2021, the government has supported shorter workweeks, but only 8% of companies have implemented them. The “work style reform” campaign offers free consulting and grants to promote this change. Despite the push, adoption remains slow, with only three companies seeking advice on the matter. Critics argue that workers on shorter schedules may end up working the same amount for less pay. The initiative aims to counter Japan's intense work culture and declining birth rates.