Energy & Infrastructure Crisis: Cuba’s national power grid suffered a total disconnection, leaving the island without electricity as ageing plants, fuel shortages and maintenance problems continue to trigger repeated nationwide blackouts. Middle East Security & Civilian Protection: Lebanon’s Health Ministry condemned Israeli forces for burning the Meiss El Jabal Governmental Hospital, calling attacks on medical facilities war crimes and urging accountability from WHO and the Red Cross. Regional Diplomacy: France, Lebanon and Jordan met in Paris to secure international support for Lebanon’s financially strained military as UNIFIL’s mandate nears expiry, with no new donor-conference date set. Maritime Trade Risk: The WTO warned Strait of Hormuz disruptions pose the worst threat to global trade in 80 years, pressuring food and fertiliser prices. Climate Governance: India’s PM Modi inaugurated an international National Green Tribunal conference on environment and climate dynamics, arguing India’s per-capita emissions are under half the global average and pushing stronger environmental governance. Public Safety & Crime Prevention: Cambodia announced it will host ICCOS in Phnom Penh (Sept 23-24) to tackle transnational online scams, saying the country is also a victim. Human Rights & Migration: South Africa faces renewed xenophobic violence against foreign nationals, with activists warning attacks violate migrants’ rights and have driven families to flee. Government Accountability: In Northern Ireland, Stormont lawmakers face criticism over pay-rise mechanics after a remuneration board recommendation, with debate over whether MLAs can block the increase. Education Performance: A new Pisa results drop highlights widening learning gaps across parts of Europe, with concerns about teacher shortages, inequality and reduced reading focus.