Germany Politics: AfD leader Ulrich Siegmund says the party could form its first state government by year-end after Saxony-Anhalt’s shock result, as Germany braces for more electoral damage. Sweden Government: Parliament Speaker Andreas Norlén tasked Social Democrat Magdalena Andersson with forming a new government after the ruling PM Ulf Kristersson resigned. UK Emergency Prep: The government’s “Prepare” campaign urges households to test alarms, know shutoff steps, check flood alerts, and coordinate with neighbors. Venezuela Dialogue: Government and opposition extended US-backed talks on freedom of expression and access to digital portals for another week. US–China AI Diplomacy: House Democrats pressed Trump to hold sustained, practical AI safety talks with China ahead of Xi’s expected visit. Middle East Diplomacy: A former Pakistani diplomat says China’s engagement could cool tensions around the US–Iran conflict and reopen negotiation space. Energy & Fuel Politics: Germany agreed measures to curb fuel prices; UK leaders debate whether to approve the Jackdaw gas field. Public Safety Law: Caribbean politics—Jamaica’s energy minister disputes opposition claims on renewables and fuel costs. Somalia Online Crackdown: Facebook removals and account suspensions hit Somali political and media voices critical of the federal government. Ukraine Resilience: Kyiv is set to get backup power for apartment buildings via reserve-fund financing. Global Trade: Argentina logged a big August trade surplus under Milei, driven by exports.