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UAE joins high-level New York talks on Middle East security, stability and cooperation. Attendees included Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa. Kuwait was represented by Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, while Egypt’s delegation was led by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Senior officials from Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, and Lebanon also participated, alongside Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan was present as well. The focus of the discussions was on regional security and stability, alongside efforts to promote development. The group explored methods to bolster international cooperation against regional and global challenges, emphasizing multilateral initiatives aimed at peace, stability, and economic progress. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s backing of efforts to reduce tensions and foster long-term peace, aligning these with broader goals of regional security, stability, and prosperity.

Eastern Japan faces flooding and travel disruption as Typhoon Dujuan moves through the region. By midday, the intense typhoon was moving north-northeast over waters west of Hachijojima, maintaining a storm-force wind zone as it headed toward the Izu Islands and the Kanto region. Forecasters indicated the system would accelerate and pass near Kanto later on Monday. They issued warnings of violent winds, rough seas, and additional heavy rain across eastern Pacific coastal areas. Linear rain bands were also expected to increase rainfall in Tokai, Kanto, and the Izu Islands. The transport ministry reported three landslides in Chiba Prefecture by 2 p.m., including one home destroyed and another partially damaged. Two additional landslides occurred in Miyazaki Prefecture, which resulted in one death, one injury, and damage to one residence. Rainfall thresholds caused closures on 32 sections of six expressways and three sections of two national roads. Flooded roads and fallen trees led to the closure of 16 prefectural road segments across Ibaraki, Saitama, and Chiba.

According to Pakistani officials, the attack on September 18 at the Old Police Lines in Kohat, located in northwestern Pakistan, resulted in 23 fatalities, including 17 police officers and six civilians. The assault was initiated during Friday prayers with a vehicle laden with explosives near the mosque inside the premises. Following the blast, armed assailants entered the area and opened fire. Rescue teams from Rescue 1122 evacuated the injured to hospitals, while security forces cordoned off the scene and launched a thorough clearance operation.

UAE-Senegal talks center on investment, development and the 2026 UN Water Conference. Discussions between Sheikh Mohamed and President Faye included preparations for the upcoming 2026 United Nations Water Conference. Co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal in Abu Dhabi from December 8 to 10, the event aims to advance Sustainable Development Goal 6, which advocates for universal access to clean water and sanitation. The leaders highlighted water-related priorities and their significance for economic and social growth both domestically and globally. This conference is integral to the ongoing collaboration between the two nations. The United Nations General Assembly approved the revised dates in May, moving the event to December. It will feature plenary sessions and six interactive dialogues on critical water and sanitation issues, with governments, international bodies, and stakeholders involved in its preparation. Abu Dhabi will host the main conference activities.

Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has increased the tally of missing persons following the August 26 floods to 6,150. This revised figure surpasses the previous count of 5,179 by 971, based on updated records from affected districts after thorough verification. Since the disaster, authorities have recovered a total of 1,403 bodies. The floods and debris flows inflicted widespread destruction throughout northern Nepal, especially near the border with China.

Extreme rainfall in Hainan forced more than 55,000 people from high-risk areas. The heavy rains began impacting Hainan on September 11, driven by a tropical depression in the South China Sea interacting with cold air. This system brought heavy downpours to the island, with the most intense rain falling in southern and central areas. Places such as Baoting, Wuzhishan, Wanning, Qionghai, and Lingshui experienced significant rainfall, causing river levels to rise and water to accumulate in multiple communities as the rain persisted. Some regions received extraordinary rainfall totals before conditions started to ease. Between September 11 and 2 p.m. on September 14, Xiangshui township in Baoting reported 912.9 millimeters of rain. Six townships recorded over 700 millimeters during this period, with three surpassing 800 millimeters, highlighting the intense concentration of rainfall across parts of Hainan. Evacuation efforts expand amid worsening rainfall As the rainfall intensified, authorities increased evacuation efforts across affected districts. By 7:50 p.m. on September 13, 31,564 residents had already been relocated from dangerous zones. The figure rose above 55,000 by the next evening as flooding and landslides persisted. The Hainan Provincial Disaster Prevention, Reduction and Relief Committee Office oversaw coordination of emergency responses during this period. Emergency responders worked diligently to restore access and vital services in flooded and landslide

For instance, chicken, with an official rate of Rs461 per kilogram after a Rs22 reduction, is being sold by retailers for between Rs520 and Rs570 per kilogram in Lahore. Potatoes, officially listed at Rs27 to Rs30, are available at Rs50 to Rs70, while tomatoes range from Rs130 to Rs180 officially but reach Rs250 to Rs300 in markets. Onions are sold at Rs200 to Rs220, surpassing the Rs175 ceiling set by authorities.

President Bajram Begaj presented Sheikh Mohamed with the Grand Star of the Supreme Order of the Eagle, Albania’s highest national decoration. The award honors the UAE President’s efforts to foster UAE-Albanian relations and to advance economic, cultural, and development collaborations between the two countries. Sheikh Mohamed conveyed appreciation for the accolade and reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

Nepal projects a total need of approximately $4.78 billion for reconstruction following the destructive floods along the Bhote Koshi River. This figure was published by the government in its Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment, conducted after the disaster on August 26. The assessment estimates direct physical damage at about $1.8 billion, with economic losses around $883 million. Officials emphasized that these figures encompass damage across social, productive, and infrastructure sectors. The floods impacted communities and vital infrastructure across districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. Their discussion centered on strengthening UAE-Jordan ties and exploring avenues to enhance bilateral collaboration. The leaders also examined regional developments and other shared concerns, reaffirming the importance of ongoing dialogue on security, stability, and peace in the Middle East. UAE-Jordan talks focus on bilateral ties, trade cooperation and regional issues. They reviewed cooperation in economic, trade, and development sectors under the UAE-Jordan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.