U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says stronger ties with Pakistan won’t come at India’s expense despite tensions over Trump’s South Asia strategy.

Saudi Arabia signs the UN Convention against Cybercrime in Hanoi, becoming among the first nations to endorse the landmark global cybersecurity pact.

US shutdown deepens as Trump tightens control over federal spending, raising bipartisan fears Congress is losing its budgetary power.

UK police arrest wrongly released asylum seeker Hadush Kebatu in London; convicted sex offender to be deported, says Justice Secretary Lammy.

Kremlin warns of “overwhelming” response to any strikes as Putin confirms successful test of Russia’s nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile.

Kremlin denies reports of Putin-Trump summit cancellation, calls U.S. oil sanctions “unfriendly,” and vows continued dialogue with Washington.

Kosovo parliament fails to elect Albin Kurti as PM, deepening crisis and paving the way for snap elections after months of political deadlock.

Paris prosecutor confirms arrests in Louvre crown jewels heist as suspect caught at Charles de Gaulle Airport during escape attempt.

Trump leads ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, overseeing Thailand-Cambodia peace deal, U.S.-Asia trade pacts, and East Timor’s ASEAN entry.

Russia tests nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile with 14,000 km range as Putin vows unmatched nuclear strength amid war and Western pressure.

China and US reach preliminary consensus in Kuala Lumpur on extending truce, boosting fentanyl cooperation, and easing export controls.

US and China strike framework trade deal in Malaysia, averting Trump’s 100% tariffs and delaying China’s rare earth export curbs, says Bessent.

The US and Vietnam are near a major trade deal to cut tariffs, boost market access, and strengthen cooperation on supply chains, exports, and regulations.

Trump and Lula meet in Kuala Lumpur, agree to restart U.S.-Brazil trade talks after tariff rifts, seeking fair, beneficial deals for both nations.

Trump vows to resolve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict quickly at ASEAN Summit, calling Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir “great people.”

Ukraine’s Zelenskiy urges stronger sanctions after Russian drone strikes on Kyiv kill 3, injure 31, destroy buildings, and spark fires amid ongoing conflict.

The US and Vietnam will finalize a reciprocal trade deal with tariffs of 0%-20%, boosting market access, addressing non-tariff barriers, and strengthening supply chain ties.

Sudan’s RSF captured al-Fashir army HQ, ending the army’s Darfur stronghold; 18-month siege caused starvation, civilian attacks, and raises ethnic violence fears.

US President Trump said he will help resolve Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions, highlighting his conflict-ending record and recent Cambodia-Thailand peace deal.

Russia successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile, covering 14,000 km in 15 hours; Putin calls it “invincible” to current and future defences.

USDA announced SNAP food benefits will not be issued in November due to the 25-day federal shutdown, affecting over 41 million Americans.

East Timor officially joined ASEAN as its 11th member, marking a historic milestone and opening new opportunities for trade, investment, and regional integration.

Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire at the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, with U.S. President Trump mediating to end months of border conflict and restore peace.

Ivory Coast voted in a largely peaceful presidential election on Saturday, with President Alassane Ouattara, 83, favored to win a fourth term after 15 years of economic growth and stability, amid low turnout, scattered protests, and calls for generational change.

Hundreds protested in Tunis over toxic pollution from Gabes’ state-run chemical plant, demanding its closure amid worsening health and environmental crises.

US President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit to sign trade and peace deals, as East Timor joined ASEAN as its 11th member, marking a historic milestone for the bloc’s regional integration.

Kamala Harris said she is considering running for U.S. president again, expressing confidence that the country will see a woman in the White House.

Donald Trump said he hopes to meet Kim Jong-un during his Asia trip, calling their ties “very good” and acknowledging North Korea’s nuclear power.

Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv killed 1, injured 10, damaged buildings, a kindergarten, and vehicles; Ukraine shot down several.

Ivory Coast holds presidential vote as Ouattara seeks fourth term amid youth skepticism and calls for generational change.