World Report September 20: Saturday's top stories in 10 minutes
Sep 20, 2025
Chaos erupts at European airports due to a cyber attack, raising security concerns. Estonia calls for NATO consultations after Russian jets breach its airspace. In Canada, the recognition of a Palestinian state stirs political debate, alongside a legal battle involving rap group Kneecap barred from entry. A new movie in China reignites nationalistic fervor about wartime history. Meanwhile, Farm Aid celebrates 40 years of supporting American farmers with a star-studded event.
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Airports Forced To Manual Operations
- A cyber attack on an external service provider forced major airports to revert to manual check-in and boarding procedures.
- Collins Aerospace (RTX) confirmed disruption and advised passengers to check flight statuses before traveling.
Estonia Calls NATO Over Airspace Incursion
- Estonia reported three Russian MiG-31s entered its airspace for 12 minutes before NATO response forced withdrawal.
- Estonia invoked Article 4 consultations, framing the incursion as a new level of provocation by Putin.
Canada's Recognition Will Be Phased
- Canada will recognise a Palestinian state at the UN while normalizing relations like embassies will take longer.
- David Lametti says Canada will condition broader steps on actions such as Hamas laying down arms and international legal findings on genocide.