Palestine moves through capitals. Starmer says the timing of recognizing Palestine isn’t tied to Trump’s visit, and the plan stands for this week. Trump disapproves. Netanyahu warns that Western leaders reward Hamas and urges a tougher line. Stefanik and Scott press France, Canada, the U.K. and Australia to oppose recognition at the UN, calling it reckless, a bypass of talks, a weakening of Israel, and a spark for antisemitism, citing Oct. 7 and hostages.

Pakistan says its defense pact with Saudi Arabia creates a mutual umbrella, and that its nuclear capability would be made available under the agreement. No country is named; expansion to others could occur, prompting regional stability concerns.

Cruz warns that FCC action against ABC could set a dangerous censorship precedent and silence conservatives. Carr defends the Kimmel pull; Trump backs Carr. Renewed FCC enforcement talks are noted, and a petition to deny a Fox Philly license was rejected.

Archaeologists link 6,000-year-old Armenian dragon stones to a water cult, noting fish forms and springs. Dates place creation at 4200–4000 BC; stones up to 4.3 tonnes sit high in the mountains, signaling deliberate, labor-heavy transport.

The Digest, 9/19/2025 @1030PM, CDT

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