Middle East Security: Jordan, UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt condemned Israel’s E1 West Bank settlement plan, warning it threatens a contiguous Palestinian state and could derail peace efforts. Ukraine War: Zelensky urged the US to release more Patriot missiles after a major Russian strike on Kyiv killed at least 17, saying Ukraine can pay but needs partner decisions fast. Iran-US Economic Pressure: The US signaled a new sanctions push aimed at cutting Iran’s oil sales and financial channels, while Iran’s leadership warned the strategy won’t force capitulation. South Asia Prison Politics: Pakistan’s Imran Khan was returned to jail after a medical exam following a Supreme Court order, escalating claims of court non-compliance and raising protest risk. International Justice/Arrests: Türkiye sought an INTERPOL Red Notice for Netanyahu tied to a Gaza-bound flotilla case, adding legal pressure to the Gaza war’s diplomatic fallout. Climate Governance: Russia-backed legislation would allow voluntary verification of greenhouse gas emissions reports, building a national carbon reporting framework. Energy & Cost Controls: South Korea kept fuel price ceilings unchanged amid West Asia tensions; Ireland postponed fuel excise/levy hikes. Regional Development: Malaysia and Pakistan signed a prisoner transfer treaty; Kakamega’s Sikuli Market got electrified under a last-mile program. Digital/Industry Policy: India notified a ₹62,500 crore mobile phone manufacturing scheme and advanced emissions-report verification. Sports Governance: FIFA banned Argentina players after World Cup final brawls and fined the AFA over a Falklands banner.