Syria Rights Debate: The SDF’s integration into Syria’s government forces is pushing Kurds to question whether constitutional promises on Kurdish language and political rights will hold as the “armed struggle” ends. Middle East Diplomacy: Qatar rejected “neither war nor peace” normalization, urging renewed dialogue and calling for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen, while warning against prolonged regional stalemates. UN Trust Push: The new UN General Assembly president pledged to restore public trust as the UN faces conflicts, humanitarian crises, and climate pressure. Global Map Fight: The UN backed a switch from Mercator to the “Equal Earth” map, with the US voting against, as Africa’s size and symbolic representation take center stage. Singapore Pay Backlash: Singapore ministers’ pay rises (up to 9% for some, and a much larger one-off adjustment for PM Lawrence Wong), with Wong saying he’ll donate the increase. Nigeria Security Reality Check: Nigeria’s counterterror response improved with arrests and convictions, but killings and abductions rose sharply, raising doubts about sustained impact. UK Assisted Suicide Timing: England and Wales’ assisted suicide bill is set for a Commons vote the day after World Suicide Prevention Day, drawing criticism over policy messaging. Climate-Ready Farming: A UK advisory council says farmers aren’t prepared for climate impacts and wants a practical, parcel-by-parcel risk toolkit. Education & Visas: Korea restricts student visas for 20 universities not certified under IEQAS, while the Philippines shows modest PISA gains after weak 2022 results. Humanitarian Warning: The ICRC warned Yemen-Saudi escalation could expand the conflict and worsen an already dire humanitarian situation.