Family of Colombian man killed in U.S. strike in the Caribbean files human rights challenge

China's government has reportedly gained access to networks controlling the U.S. electric grid, raising alarms among grid experts who warned Congress that this could enable China to disrupt electricity supply during crises or conflicts.

The Pentagon's Inspector General has found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth endangered U.S. personnel by using the Signal messaging app to share sensitive information regarding a military strike against Houthi militants in Yemen. This breach of protocol raises serious concerns about the security of classified military data.

On September 2, the U.S. military conducted a strike on a Venezuelan boat suspected of harboring narco-terrorists, which was followed by a second strike targeting survivors in the water. This incident has raised serious allegations of potential war crimes against the Trump administration, as reported by various lawmakers and media outlets.

Senator Angus King (I-Maine) highlighted the legality of U.S. military strikes against boats by reading from the Law of War Manual during a CNN appearance, emphasizing the illegality of a specific strike that occurred in September. This analysis raises serious questions about the adherence to international law in military operations.

Hamas has announced plans to hand over the remains of a hostage, coinciding with Israel's decision to allow Palestinians to exit Gaza through the Rafah border crossing. This development indicates that the U.S.-backed ceasefire is holding, despite previous complications regarding the return of remains.

Ukraine and its European allies have accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of feigning interest in peace negotiations following a five-hour meeting with U.S. envoys, which yielded no significant breakthroughs. The discussions were intended to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine but ended without resolution on key issues, particularly territorial disputes.

Iran's rial has plummeted to a record low of 1.2 million to the U.S. dollar, reflecting the severe impact of ongoing nuclear sanctions on the country's economy. This decline highlights the financial struggles faced by Tehran amidst international pressures.

U.S. and Russian officials described recent peace talks as 'constructive,' although no specific agreements were reached, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts amidst tensions. Lawmakers are also seeking clarity regarding a recent deadly U.S. boat strike, which has raised questions about military engagement protocols. Meanwhile, Republicans successfully retained a House seat in Tennessee during a special election.