India announced reductions in duties on hundreds of consumer goods, from air conditioners to small cars, aiming to boost domestic consumption and mitigate the impact of new U.S. tariffs.

India plans to cut tariffs on hundreds of consumer goods to mitigate the impact of new U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The tax reform will simplify consumption tax slabs and exclude certain luxury goods and insurance from taxes.

A violent clash broke out at Tunisia's Carrefour store between pro-Gaza activists and security guards, sparking debate over prioritizing economic interests or principles amid ongoing boycott campaigns targeting products supporting Israel.

Istanbul's civil court annulled the results of the CHP's October 2023 regional congress and appointed a guardian to manage the Istanbul branch, sparking widespread debate about the future of democracy in Turkey and the balance of power between government and opposition.

The Muslim Brotherhood has made several initiatives over the past three years to reconcile with the Egyptian regime, met with official silence. Experts say these moves are reactions to pressure and that popular reconciliation is unacceptable in Egypt.

China's military parade on September 3 highlighted Beijing's focus on becoming the top regional power, showcasing nuclear ballistic missiles and advanced drones. Despite advanced technology, China lacks recent combat experience, raising questions about its true capability. The parade conveyed strong political messages about China's alliances and stance on Taiwan and the West.

Russia considers the security guarantees demanded by Ukraine in resolving the conflict a 'danger' to Europe, while French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed that security guarantees for Ukraine are ready and will be adopted by the coalition of supporting countries today.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security ended Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan immigrants, originally granted during President Biden's term, citing that Venezuela no longer meets the criteria. Over 256,000 Venezuelans received TPS, which expires in September 2024.

The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court a ruling that deemed most of his tariffs illegal, threatening the future of his trade agenda. Trump warned of "great suffering" if the U.S. loses the case and hinted at canceling trade agreements with the EU, Japan, and South Korea.

The Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund withdrew its investments from Caterpillar due to ethical concerns over the use of its products by Israeli authorities in Gaza and the West Bank. The US expressed strong disturbance and is communicating with Norway regarding the decision.