Russia Unleashes Largest Drone Assault on Ukraine; Kyiv’s Infrastructure Targeted – 9/8/2025, 12:24:51 PM

As of September 8, 2025, the latest world news includes major developments in international politics, security, and notable incidents across several regions.

Key international headlines:
– Russia launched its largest aerial assault yet on Ukraine, deploying over 800 drones and 13 missiles, with strikes hitting Kyiv’s power infrastructure and the Ukrainian cabinet building[1][2][3][5].
– A deadly shooting attack in Jerusalem resulted in at least four people killed and 15 injured after gunmen opened fire at a busy bus intersection[2][4].
– Federal immigration raids unfolded across Boston, with dozens arrested, while President Trump signaled that Chicago may be next in line for similar operations[3][4][5].
– Australia’s ‘mushroom murderer,’ Erin Patterson, was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 30 years[1].
– Shabana Mahmood, a politician of Pakistani origin, was named the UK’s new Home Secretary, succeeding Angela Rayner[4].
– Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea disrupted internet access across Asia and the Middle East; the cause is still unclear[2].

Additional notable news:
– Severe storms and possible tornadoes swept across the US Northeast, with fall-like temperatures reported in many regions[3].
– Pope Francis declared a teen computer whiz as a saint, marking the Catholic Church’s first “millennial saint”[2][3].
– A Ukrainian refugee, Iryna Zarutska, who survived the war, was murdered in an unprovoked attack on public transit in Charlotte, North Carolina[5].
– BRICS trade summit proceeds virtually with Putin and Xi participating, while India’s PM Modi will not attend[4].
– Israel reported a drone attack from Yemen hitting the Ramon International Airport, briefly halting flights[2].
– France faces political uncertainty as the fate of its Prime Minister hangs in the balance[2].

For sports news:
– India won the Asia Cup and secured a World Cup berth, led by Harmanpreet Kaur[1].
– Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner face off in the US Open men’s final[3].

These headlines represent the most significant global developments as reported on September 8, 2025.