Geopolitical Realignment: Beijing Summit and Military Display
A major development on September 3, 2025, saw Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un convene in Beijing. The leaders participated in a grand military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, a display that included China unveiling its nuclear-capable missiles for the first time.
During the summit, discussions reportedly focused on strengthening their alliances. Russian President Putin specifically thanked Kim Jong-un for North Korea's contribution of troops to the conflict in Ukraine.
Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
The humanitarian situation in Gaza has drawn urgent international attention, with reports indicating intensified Israeli attacks on Gaza City. Officials in Gaza stated that 113 Palestinians were killed in the last day, including 33 individuals seeking food. Al Jazeera also reported an Israeli drone strike killed several children who were in line for water in Alawasi, an area previously designated as a safe zone.
Concerns are mounting as Israel is reportedly attempting to forcibly remove Gaza City's entire population of over one million people, amidst worsening conditions for Palestinians trapped by spiraling hunger and blocked aid deliveries.
Tragic Streetcar Derailment in Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal, was the scene of a tragic accident on September 3, 2025, when a historic electric streetcar derailed. The incident resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people and injured 18 others. The cause of the deadly crash remains under investigation.
India's Indigenous Semiconductor Breakthrough
In a significant technological advancement, India launched its first indigenously developed semiconductor chip, named 'Vikram-3201'. This 32-bit microprocessor, developed by ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh and designed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), was presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Semicon India 2025. The chip is designed for extreme space environments and is set to power ISRO's future space missions.
This development underscores India's ambition to become a global semiconductor hub, with PM Modi inaugurating Semicon India 2025 and highlighting rapid strides in the sector, including 10 semiconductor projects worth ā¹1.5 lakh crore.
Other Notable Mentions
- Former US President Donald Trump commented on the Jeffrey Epstein files, dismissing the issue as a "Democratic hoax" and facing questions regarding his stance on Russian actions.
- A US judge ruled against the Trump administration's previous funding freeze for Harvard University.