The Pour Over Afghanistan Earthquake, Summit in China, Congress’s Agenda, & More | 09.03.25
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Sep 3, 2025 A devastating earthquake shakes Afghanistan, sparking a discussion on hope and restoration amid tragedy. Meanwhile, a significant summit in China features leading global figures, focusing on peace and stability in the shadow of shifting power dynamics. As Congress returns from recess, lawmakers grapple with a packed agenda while also reflecting on the role of faith. Rapid-fire updates cover Trump’s health rumors, U.S. military actions, and protests abroad, keeping listeners informed on both political and global happenings.
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Deadly Afghanistan Earthquake
- A 6.0 magnitude quake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing at least 1,400 and injuring over 3,000 people.
- Rescue efforts faced steep terrain, landslides, aftershocks, and severe supply shortages, and the Taliban requested international aid.
Darfur Landslide Catastrophe
- A separate landslide in Sudan's Darfur leveled a village and reportedly killed about 1,000 people, leaving one survivor.
- The hosts connected these disasters to a theological reflection on broken creation and prayed for comfort and hope through Christ.
China's Global Posture At SCO Summit
- China hosted the largest-ever SCO summit with leaders like Modi, Putin, and Kim, promoting a multilateral order challenging the West.
- Xi followed the summit with a Tiananmen Square military parade to visibly flex Chinese power to Western audiences.
