Operations at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport came to a standstill as staff protested a $1.85 billion lease to India’s Adani Group, concerned about job losses and lack of transparency; Kenya Airways warned of potential delays due to the ongoing strike.

Meanwhile, Typhoon Yagi has devastated Northern Thailand, resulting in flash floods and mudslides that claimed at least two lives and left hundreds stranded, with significant impacts also felt in Vietnam.

In more positive news, France has successfully reintegrated 364 repatriated children from Daesh territories, with the French anti-terrorism prosecutor confirming they are well cared for across 59 departments.

On the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will honor the victims by visiting all three crash sites, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to preventing future attacks.

Also making headlines, Taiwan has grounded its Mirage fighter jets for maintenance after a crash during nighttime exercises off the northwest coast, as concerns grow over the aging fleet's safety.

In other news, former President Donald Trump claimed victory over Kamala Harris following a heated debate in Philadelphia, criticizing her performance and focusing on the country's issues; both candidates will participate in separate 9/11 remembrance ceremonies.