Nickolay Mladenov, overseeing the US-founded Board of Peace for Gaza, cautioned the UN Security Council that the ongoing crisis risks becoming permanent. He presented a ceasefire roadmap requiring commitments from both Israel and Hamas, urging action to disarm Hamas while calling for Israel to honour its obligations.

Finnish divers suggest that five Italian tourists, who perished in a cave dive in the Maldives, may have taken the wrong exit tunnel within the underwater complex.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the coordination of 26 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours, asserting control amid a US blockade. Discussions between Washington and Tehran regarding resumed traffic remain unresolved, exacerbating tensions and potential impacts on global markets.

Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te has expressed readiness to speak with US President Donald Trump, marking a potential shift in diplomatic protocol not seen since 1979. Lai reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to regional stability while addressing ongoing concerns related to China’s claims over the island.

Every November, South Korean students face the Suneung, an eight-hour exam determining university entry and future job prospects, with nationwide support and pressure.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir faces criticism for his treatment of detained Gaza flotilla activists, prompting responses from international and local officials.