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25 October 2025
- US to send world's largest aircraft carrier to Latin America; Venezuela warns of dangerous prelude Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- The United States has decided to deploy the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, and five accompanying destroyers to Latin America, prompting Venezuela to condemn the pending provocation as reckless and unlawful.
- PLA's new all-terrain vehicle-mounted air defense missile system unveiled in official media report Global Times 25 Oct 2025 -- An official media report on Saturday unveiled a new type of vehicle-mounted air defense missile system deployed by the 72nd Group Army of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), with an expert saying that the new missile system is highly mobile and capable of providing air defense support for motorized troops on the move.
- CONCLUSION OF SECOND EDITION OF NAVAL COMMANDERS' CONFERENCE 2025 (CC 2025/2) India PIB 25 Oct 2025 -- The second edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 was conducted from22 to 24 Oct 2025 at the Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi
- IRGC Navy cmdr.: Persian Gulf countries ready to hold joint drills with Iran Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says the Persian Gulf's littoral states have expressed their readiness to hold joint naval exercises with Iran.
- Secretary Rubio's Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu US Dept. of State 25 Oct 2025
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio Remarks to the Press US Dept. of State 25 Oct 2025
- 93 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza since ceasefire: Health ministry Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- The Gaza Health Ministry says at least 93 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks and 324 others wounded since a ceasefire took effect in the besieged territory earlier this month.
- Israeli settler attacks during West Bank olive harvest 'organized terrorist policy': Hamas Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- A senior official of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has strongly condemned the ongoing brutal attacks carried out by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, condemning them as part of "an organized terrorist policy."
- Israeli drone strike kills one in southern Lebanon amid ongoing truce violations Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- An Israeli drone strike has killed one person and injured another in the southern Lebanese governorate of Nabatieh, marking the latest in a series of violations of a fragile ceasefire between the Tel Aviv regime and the Arab country that took effect in November 2024.
- Three killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon amid ceasefire violations Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- In the latest near-daily violations of a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon in place since November 2024, Israeli military aircraft have carried out separate strikes against positions in southern Lebanon, killing at least three individuals.
- UN warns of winter crisis in Gaza as Israel continues to block vital aid Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has warned that the Gaza Strip is facing a deepening humanitarian crisis as winter approaches, with vital shelter and supplies blocked by Israel from entering the besieged territory.
- FM spox calls for an end to the impunity granted to Israel by its supporters and apologists IRNA 25 Oct 2025 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei called for an end to the impunity Israel enjoys due to its supporters.
- Tehran says Israel's 'chronic impunity' must end after ICJ opinion on Palestine Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has called for an end to the "chronic impunity" granted to Israel by its supporters and apologists, following a new International Court of Justice (ICJ) opinion that condemns the regime's violations of international humanitarian law.
- Sixty-five nations sign first UN treaty to fight cybercrime, in milestone for digital cooperation UN News 25 Oct 2025 -- Sixty-five nations have signed a landmark United Nations treaty in Hanoi aimed at tackling cybercrime - a move Secretary-General António Guterres hailed as a historic step toward a safer digital world.
- Secretary-General's remarks at the Cybercrime Convention Signing Ceremony [as delivered] UN Secretary-General 25 Oct 2025
- Secretary-General's Joint Press Conference with the Prime Minister of Viet Nam on the signing of the Cybercrime convention UN Secretary-General 25 Oct 2025
- Statement by the Deputy Head of the Delegation of the Russian Federation,Deputy Director of the Department for Non-Proliferation and Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Konstantin Vorontsov at the Thematic Debate on Cluster IV "Conventional weapons" in the First Committee of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, New York, October 24, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 25 Oct 2025
- China, US start economic, trade talks in Kuala Lumpur Global Times 25 Oct 2025 -- The Chinese and US delegations convened on Saturday morning for talks on economic and trade issues.
- Commissioner's Office strongly opposes US politicians' joint letter shielding anti-China rioter Jimmy Lai Global Times 25 Oct 2025 -- The Commissioner's Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Saturday issued a stern warning to certain US politicians, calling for them to immediately cease meddling in Hong Kong affairs.
- Trump says he will discuss Taiwan with Xi at APEC CNA 25 Oct 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he will bring up the Taiwan issue with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping (習近平) during a meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in South Korea next week.
- China's 'unification benefits' hold no appeal for Taiwanese: MAC CNA 25 Oct 2025 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Saturday that the "benefits after unification" touted by Chinese authorities at a Beijing event marking "the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China" hold no appeal for the people of Taiwan.
- Taiwan must rely on strength to secure peace: President Lai CNA 25 Oct 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Taiwan must rely on strength, given that a peace agreement with China will not guarantee peace, in a video released on Saturday to commemorate the 76th anniversary of the Battle of Guningtou.
- One-China principle must be upheld for maintaining cross-Strait peace, stability: spokesperson People's Daily 25 Oct 2025 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday that to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, one must uphold the one-China principle and unequivocally oppose "Taiwan independence."
- PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 25 Oct 2025
- Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration a powerful measure to safeguard historical facts, national glory: mainland People's Daily 25 Oct 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Friday said that the national legislature's decision to establish Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration is a powerful measure to safeguard the historical facts and national glory of Taiwan's restoration and return to the motherland.
- Mainland slams DPP authorities for suppressing reunification supporters in Taiwan People's Daily 25 Oct 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Friday slammed Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for using judicial clout to suppress and persecute patriots on the island who advocate national reunification.
- China ratifies Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration People's Daily 25 Oct 2025 -- China's national legislature on Friday voted to designate Oct. 25 as the Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration.
- Invocation of snapback is legally flawed: Iran, China, Russia say to Grossi IRNA 25 Oct 2025 -- The envoys of the Islamic Republic, China, and Russia sent a letter to Rafael Mariano Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IАЕА), on October 24, 2025.
- Iran ready for diplomatic engagement with US based on equal footing, mutual respect: Araghchi Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is ready to engage in diplomacy with the United States to reach "a wise solution" to the nuclear issue based on equal footing and mutual respect.
- Colombia's president slams US sanctions as 'paradoxical', hails Colombia's anti-narcotics efforts Press TV 25 Oct 2025 -- Colombian President Gustavo Petro has vowed to stand firm after the US imposed sanctions on him over alleged links to drug trafficking, calling Washington's move a "paradox" given his long-standing cooperation in the fight against narcotics.
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24 October 2025
- Statement From Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on U.S. Force Posture Changes in the U.S. Southern Command Area of Responsibility DoD 24 Oct 2025 -- "In support of the President's directive to dismantle Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and counter narco-terrorism in defense of the Homeland, the Secretary of War has directed the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and embarked carrier air wing to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility (AOR)."
- Trump calls off sending National Guard to U.S. San Francisco People's Daily 24 Oct 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday called off the deployment of the National Guard to San Francisco, the U.S. state of California, in a reversal from his previous remarks.
- Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: Italy will participate in NATO's Forward Land Forces in Finland Finnish MoD 24 Oct 2025 -- Italy will participate in NATO's Forward Land Forces (FLF) in Finland. Finland's Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen and Italy's Minister of Defence Guido Crosetto discussed the matter on Wednesday 22 October 2025.
- Statement regarding Italy's participation in NATO's Forward Land Forces in Finland Finnish MoD 24 Oct 2025 -- Italy has announced its participation in NATO's Forward Land Forces (FLF) in Finland. Defence ministers Antti Häkkänen and Guido Crosetto discussed Italy's participation during their bilateral discussion on 22 October 2025.
- Sweden welcomes Italy's participation in NATO's Forward Land Forces in Finland Government Offices of Sweden 24 Oct 2025 -- Italy has announced its participation in NATO's Forward Land Forces (FLF) in Finland, led by Sweden.
- Tu-95ms long-range bombers make scheduled flight over international waters of Sea of Japan Russia MoD 24 Oct 2025 -- Tu-95ms long-range bombers make a scheduled flight over international waters of the Sea of Japan The flight duration exceeded 11 hours.
- Tajikistan hosts active phase of Unbreakable Brotherhood 2025, Barrier 2025, and Commonwealth Anti-Terror 2025 exercises Russia MoD 24 Oct 2025 -- Today, final stages of the CSTO joint exercises, namely the Unbreakable Brotherhood 2025, the Barrier 2025 (special exercise with a joint formation of CSTO NBC Protection and medical support units), and the Commonwealth Antiterror 2025 joint counter-terrorism exercise of the Commonwealth of Independent States, were held at the Fakhrabad training ground.
- Press statement by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing NATO 24 Oct 2025
- Kyiv's Western Backers Ready To Go 'Further Than Ever' To Punish Russia, Starmer Says RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025 -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Ukraine's Western backers are ready to take to the next level their efforts to punish Moscow for continuing Europe's deadliest war in decades and force Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table.
- Chairs' statement following 24 October Coalition of the Willing Leaders' meeting Gov.UK 24 Oct 2025
- PM's remarks at the Coalition of the Willing press conference: 24 October 2025 Gov.UK 24 Oct 2025
- PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 24 October 2025 Gov.UK 24 Oct 2025
- The President: It Is essential to continue strengthening Ukraine's armed forces President of the Republic of Lithuania 24 Oct 2025 -- Friday evening, President Gitanas Nausėda took part remotely in the Coalition of the Willing leaders' summit.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Discussed Defense Cooperation Development and Ways to Increase Pressure on Russia President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Statement by the President of Ukraine During the Joint Press Conference with Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing Member States and the NATO Secretary General President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- The Coalition of the Willing in London Discussed Priorities in Supporting Ukraine and Further Work On Security Guarantees President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Chairs' statement following 24 October Coalition of the Willing Leaders' meeting President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Speech by the President of Ukraine at the Coalition of the Willing Leaders' Meeting President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Europe Is Politically Ready to Channel Frozen Russian Assets Into Comprehensive Support for Ukraine - Address by the President President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Leaders of Ukraine, the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, the Netherlands and the NATO Secretary General Coordinated Positions Ahead of the Meeting of the Coalition of the Willing President of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Andrii Sybiha held a meeting with Norway's Minister of Defense Tore Onshuus Sandvik Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 24 Oct 2025
- Denys Shmyhal and Germany's Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy discuss establishment of joint ventures and reinforcement of air defence Ukraine MOD 24 Oct 2025
- MoD's DOT introduces QR codes on field rations to collect feedback from service members Ukraine MOD 24 Oct 2025
- Finland to strengthen its contribution to NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine Finnish MoD 24 Oct 2025 -- In the future, Finland will be able to deploy up to 15 soldiers to the NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine (NSATU). The current level of participation is five soldiers.
- Op Southern Discovery supports Antarctic research Australia DOD 24 Oct 2025 -- Defence support to the Australian Antarctic Program is helping scientists discover secrets about prehistoric climate change.
- Coalition of the Willing set to meet as leaders focus on crippling Russia's ability to wage war to bolster security UK FCDO 24 Oct 2025 -- European leaders are set to arrive in London today for a critical meeting of the Coalition of Willing as Ukraine's allies ramp up pressure on Russia heading into winter.
- Lithuania Summons Russian Diplomat Over Airspace Violation By Two Military Planes RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025 -- Lithuania summoned the charge d'affaires from the Russian Embassy in Vilnius and issued a strong protest over what it said was the entry of two Russian planes into its airspace on October 23.
- ICG Launches Two Fast Patrol Vessels: ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit India PIB 24 Oct 2025 -- The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) marked a significant milestone in strengthening India's maritime security with the launch of two advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) ICG Ship Ajit and ICGS Aparajit at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) on October 24, 2025
- DELIVERY OF 'MAHE' - FIRST ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE SHALLOW WATER CRAFT BUILT BY CSL, KOCHI India PIB 24 Oct 2025 -- 'Mahe', the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWC) being built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi, was delivered to Indian Navy on 23 Oct 2025.
- Raksha Mantri reviews security situation & Indian Army's operational preparedness during Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer; Visits forward areas of Tanot & Laungewala India PIB 24 Oct 2025 -- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh took stock of the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Indian Army during the Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer, and the visit to the forward areas of Tanot and Laungewala in Rajasthan on October 24, 2025
- Israeli military 'unprepared' for new wars without budget boost: Report Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Israeli military officials have reportedly acknowledged that the regime's army is not prepared for new wars unless it receives urgent budget boost.
- European Council reaffirms support for strengthening European defence Finnish Government 24 Oct 2025 -- The European Council agreed on further measures to strengthen European defence and security in its meeting on 23 October in Brussels. The EU heads of state or government also discussed the use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine in the form of a reparations loan. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the meeting.
- Strategy for the involvement of Norwegian industry in the procurement of new frigates Government of Norway 24 Oct 2025 -- The Norwegian government has resolved to procure new frigates to strengthen the Navy's operational capability and ensure Norway's maritime defence capability in the coming decades. This document outlines a framework for strategic alignment of the industrial objectives in the procurement of frigates.
- The Chief of Defence Staff held videoconference with the Romanian military personnel deployed to the theaters of operations Romania - Ministry of National Defence 24 Oct 2025 -- As part of the activities organized for the celebration of the Romanian Armed Forces' Day, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Gheorghiță Vlad, discussed on Wednesday, October 22nd, via videoconference, with the leadership of the Romanian structures deployed to the theaters of operations.
- State Secretary Sorin-Dan Moldovan paid a visit to Austria Romania - Ministry of National Defence 24 Oct 2025 -- State Secretary of for Defence Policy, Planning and International Relations, Sorin-Dan Moldovan, paid an official visit to Austria on October 20-21, 2025, at the invitation of the Secretary General and Director of the Defence Policy Directorate of the Austrian Ministry of Defence, Arnold Kammel.
- DND chief: PH 'reshaping' defense ecosystem vs. emerging threats Philippine News Agency 24 Oct 2025 -- The Philippines is reshaping its defense to make it more capable and resilient against modern threats, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Thursday.
- Venezuela deploys troops to coastline amid US military buildup in Caribbean Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- The Venezuelan defense minister says the armed forces are maintaining a full deployment along the country's coastline as the United States steps up military buildup in the Caribbean.
- Trump terminates all Canada trade talks People's Daily 24 Oct 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that all trade negotiations with Canada were terminated because a "FAKE" Canadian advertisement was designed to influence the U.S. Supreme Court's decision.
- 24 October 2025 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 24 Oct 2025
- Guterres calls for urgent reform of the Security Council UN News 24 Oct 2025 -- Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday warned that the "fragile" legitimacy of the Security Council could endanger global peace if it remains gridlocked and fails to fulfil its primary purpose.
- 'Make this Chamber Worthy of Hopes of Every Man, Woman, Child,' Secretary-General Tells Security Council, Marking Organ's Eightieth Anniversary UN Security Council 24 Oct 2025
- Reform 'Imperative', Secretary-General Tells Security Council, Calling for Expansion of Membership, Renewed Commitment to 'We the People' UN Security Council 24 Oct 2025 -- Marking the UN's eightieth anniversary, the Secretary-General today reminded the Security Council that its mission is not about great Powers but about "the lives of parents, refugees and soldiers — about human suffering and human hope", urging the "privileged few who sit at this table" to uphold that mandate.
- Secretary-General's remarks to the Security Council - on the UN's 80th Anniversary [as delivered] UN Secretary-General 24 Oct 2025
- Hamas calls for intl. pressure on Israel to honor Gaza ceasefire Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem has called on the international community to pressure Israel to abide by the terms of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, particularly to end its military operations and allow unrestricted humanitarian access to the besieged territory.
- Palestinian factions demand full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Palestinian factions have reiterated their unified stance against Israel's annexation of the occupied West Bank and the displacement of Palestinians in Gaza.
- UN warns Gaza's displaced face freezing nights and food shortages UN News 24 Oct 2025 -- The UN and its partners are accelerating deliveries of life-saving aid across Gaza, but relief efforts remain constrained by access restrictions and overwhelming humanitarian needs, officials said on Friday.
- IOM Dispatches Shelter Aid to Gaza Amid Massive Post-Ceasefire Needs IOM 24 Oct 2025 -- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has dispatched over 47,000 relief items to Gaza since the announcement of the ceasefire on 10 October 2025 to support displaced families. Of these, 31,000 are shelter items, including 2,500 tents, to help people rebuild a sense of safety and dignity amid widespread destruction.
- UNRWA says its 'presence remains vital' to meeting urgent needs for Gaza Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- The UN's refugee agency for the Palestinians says the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in a recent ruling recognized the fact that "no organization can replace the UNRWA's role in supporting the people of Gaza."
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio After Tour of Civil-Military Coordination Center US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2025
- Report: US drafts plan to divide Gaza between Israeli and Hamas control Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- A new US-backed proposal would divide Gaza into zones run separately by Israel and Hamas, restricting reconstruction to the Israeli-controlled area and, opponents warn, paving the way for a lasting Israeli foothold in the Palestinian territory.
- Iran condemns Israeli air raid on Lebanon IRNA 24 Oct 2025 -- The spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, which resulted in the deaths of several civilians, including schoolchildren.
- Iran warns against continuation of Israel's colonial expansionism IRNA 24 Oct 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson considered the Israeli regime's Knesset resolution regarding the annexation of the West Bank to be a clear violation of the principles and purposes of the United Nations Charter and strongly condemned it.
- Iran condemns 'terrorist' Israeli strikes on Lebanon after 4 killed Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned Israeli air strikes on Lebanon that killed several civilians, calling the attacks "terrorist crimes" and urging international action against the occupation regime.
- People's health direly impacted by poor living conditions in Gaza: MSF Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says deteriorating living conditions in the Gaza Strip are severely affecting Palestinians' health, urging the Israeli regime to allow "unimpeded humanitarian assistance."
- Situation in Gaza at heart of discussions between Ignazio Cassis and Ayman Safadi in Amman Federal Council - Swiss Government 24 Oct 2025 -- Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis travelled to Amman on 22 October for an official visit to Jordan. There he met with his counterpart, Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, for in-depth discussions on regional political developments, the humanitarian situation in Gaza and bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and Jordan. The conflict in the Middle East and the US's 20-point peace plan were at the heart of the talks.
- Chinese envoy calls for durable ceasefire in Gaza Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- A Chinese envoy on Thursday called for a durable ceasefire in Gaza.
- Erdogan urges US to pressure Israel to stop violating Gaza ceasefire Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has stressed that the United States and others must pressure Israel to stop violating the Gaza ceasefire agreement, including by imposing sanctions or halting arms sales to the regime.
- Iraq: Israel's West Bank annexation bills 'flagrant violation' of international law Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Iraq has denounced Israel's advancement of legislation to annex the occupied West Bank, saying the parliamentary approval constitutes a "flagrant violation of international law."
- Saudi Arabia eyes role in Gaza to marginalize Hamas: Report Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Saudi Arabia, a major ally of the United States, reportedly plans to take a leading role in post-war Gaza and help to disarm and marginalize the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, an internal foreign ministry document reveals.
- Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Tropical Storm Melissa, South Sudan, Ukraine UNOCHA 24 Oct 2025
- No letup in PH patrols in WPS, says AFP chief Philippine News Agency 24 Oct 2025 -- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Friday assured the public that there will be no letup in the military's patrols in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) despite persistent Chinese aggression.
- Afghanistan's Taliban 'Here To Stay' As It Gains De Facto International Acceptance RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025 -- A militant group notorious for its extreme interpretation of Islam, the Taliban faced a steep battle to gain international recognition when it toppled the Western-backed Afghan government and seized power in 2021.
- "Sudan is the world's largest humanitarian crisis - and children are paying the highest price" UNICEF 24 Oct 2025 -- This is a summary of what was said by UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Ted Chaiban - to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing
- Sudan: UN expert alarmed by escalating drone attacks, urges protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure OHCHR 24 Oct 2025 -- The UN designated Expert on the human rights situation in Sudan, Radhouane Nouicer, today expressed alarm at the sharp escalation in drone strikes by both the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in recent weeks, and the devastating consequences for civilians throughout the country.
- Justice Department to Monitor Polling Sites in California, New Jersey US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2025 -- Today, the Department of Justice announced that it will monitor polling sites in six jurisdictions ahead of the upcoming November 4, 2025, general election to ensure transparency, ballot security, and compliance with federal law.
- ICYMI: DNI Gabbard, Homeland Security Task Force Launch Fusion Cell To Thwart Foreign Terrorist Gangs And Cartels Director of National Intelligence 24 Oct 2025 -- On Thursday, Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard joined a White House roundtable alongside President Trump, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel, Attorney General Pamela Bondi, Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, and other top Administration officials to highlight the extraordinary successes of President Trump's interagency Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF).
- U.S. Decision Not to Certify Colombia's Counternarcotics Efforts and Sanctions Actions Against Colombian Officials Involved in Global Illicit Drug Trade US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2025 -- "Due to President Gustavo Petro's disastrous and ineffective counternarcotics policies, Secretary of State Marco Rubio will not certify Colombia under the criteria of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024, as carried forward by the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2025. "
- Treasury Sanctions Colombian President Gustavo Petro and His Support Network US Treasury 24 Oct 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating Gustavo Francisco Petro Urrego (Gustavo Petro), the President of Colombia, pursuant to counternarcotics-related authorities. In addition, OFAC is also designating several supporters of Gustavo Petro, namely his wife, his son, and a close associate.
- Two Defendants Convicted of Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2025 -- Defendants Used Bitcoin, PayPal, and GoFundMe to Collectively Transfer Thousands of Dollars to ISIS, Which Were Disguised in Part as Charitable Giving
- Co-Chairs' Statement on the 6th U.S.-ASEAN Cyber Policy Dialogue US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2025
- One wrong letter: UN moves to curb cybercrime with new convention UN News 24 Oct 2025 -- Imagine this: you visit the familiar website of your local hardware store. Everything looks the same — the same design, the same brand name, the same interface.
- Meeting with Head of the Federal Customs Service Valery Pikalev President of Russia 24 Oct 2025 -- Ahead of Customs Officer Day, Vladimir Putin held a working meeting with Head of the Federal Customs Service Valery Pikalev.
- Meeting with permanent members of the Security Council President of Russia 24 Oct 2025 -- Vladimir Putin held, via videoconference, a briefing session with permanent members of the Security Council.
- Telephone conversation with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev President of Russia 24 Oct 2025 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.
- Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova's answer to a media question about the EU adopting 19th anti-Russia sanctions package Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2025
- Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Organisation Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2025
- Moscow, Beijing condemn US sanctions on Russian energy Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Russia has condemned the latest US sanctions targeting its top oil companies, warning such moves by Washington will lead the world toward instability.
- Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun's Regular Press Conference on October 24, 2025 PRC MofA 24 Oct 2025
- Chairman Mast on Trump Administration's Investigation into China's Implementation of Phase One Agreement U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2025 -- Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration's newly announced investigation into whether China has fully implemented its commitments under the Phase One Agreement.
- How Might China Respond To US Sanctions On Russia's Biggest Oil Companies? RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025 -- US sanctions against Russian oil giants Rosneft and LUKoil have sent shockwaves across global energy markets and left China's largest state oil companies pausing their imports of Russian crude.
- Risch, Scott, Colleagues Write Letter Asking President Trump to Secure Release of Unjustly Imprisoned Jimmy Lai US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 24 Oct 2025 -- U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.), and more than 30 bipartisan colleagues in a letter to President Donald Trump ahead of his expected meeting with Communist Chinese President Xi Jinping asking the president to use this opportunity to secure the release of pro-democracy leader Jimmy Lai, who is unjustly imprisoned by the Communist Chinese regime and faces deteriorating health conditions.
- Central govt authorities warn against disruption, sabotage as HK LegCo elections nomination period begins Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- Elections for Hong Kong's eighth-term Legislative Council (LegCo) will be held on December 7. As the nomination period began on Friday, central government agencies in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) issued statements stressing that the election must not be disrupted or sabotaged.
- HKSAR govt strongly condemns and rejects the UK six-monthly 'report' on Hong Kong Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) strongly reprimanded and resolutely refute the untruthful remarks, slanders and smears against various aspects of the HKSAR in the so-called six-monthly report on Hong Kong on Friday.
- China's state security ministry warns against personal data theft by foreign espionage in online shopping Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- The Ministry of State Security (MSS) said on Friday that some online-shopping processes could be exploited by foreign intelligence agencies to steal sensitive information.
- China launches new communication technology test satellite Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- China on Thursday sent a new communication technology test satellite into space from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province.
- China prepares to launch Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship PRC MND 24 Oct 2025 -- The Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship will be launched at an appropriate time in the near future, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) said on Friday.
- China ratifies Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration PRC MND 24 Oct 2025 -- China's national legislature on Friday voted to designate Oct. 25 as the Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration.
- Taiwan slams China for designating Oct. 25 'Taiwan Restoration' day CNA 24 Oct 2025 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) on Friday slammed Beijing's designation of Oct. 25 as "Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration," calling it a move to "fabricate" the claim that Taiwan belongs to the People's Republic of China (PRC, China's official name).
- Mainland office condemns DPP sentencing of Taiwan's retired Lieutenant General Gao, calling it abusing judiciary to suppress pro-reunification, patriotic forces Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Friday denounced the recent sentencing of Taiwan's retired Lieutenant General Gao Anguo, saying the island's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is abusing the judiciary to persecute pro-reunification and "patriotic" forces on the island.
- China urges Germany to take clear stance against 'Taiwan independence' after foreign minister's remarks on Taiwan island Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports that German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul claimed in an interview that the German government "one-China policy remains unchanged" and they "decide on its design," adding that there must be no violent change to "the status quo," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said, "We hope that Germany will strictly abide by the one-China principle and take a clear and unequivocal stance against all forms of 'Taiwan independence' separatist activities."
- PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 24 Oct 2025
- Speech by Comrade Kim Jong Un at Groundbreaking Ceremony for Building Memorial Museum of Combat Feats at Overseas Military Operations KCNA 24 Oct 2025 -- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un made a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony for building the Memorial Museum of Combat Feats at the Overseas Military Operations.
- Groundbreaking Ceremony for Building Memorial Museum of Combat Feats at Overseas Military Operations Solemnly Takes Place Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Attends Groundbreaking Ceremony KCNA 24 Oct 2025 -- The Memorial Museum of Combat Feats will be built in Pyongyang, the capital city of the DPRK, to pray for the immortality of the proud war heroes of the DPRK who performed undying feats in the overseas military operations with the ideological and moral superiority, mass heroism, matchless bravery and stamina peculiar to the army of the DPRK absolutely loyal to the leadership of the Workers' Party of Korea.
- Ambassadors of Russia, China, and Iran to IAEA send joint letter to Rafael Grossi IRNA 24 Oct 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has announced that the ambassadors and permanent representatives of Russia, China, and Iran have sent a joint letter to the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi.
- Iran, Russia, China send letter to IAEA chief declaring UNSC Resolution 2231 terminated Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Iran, China, and Russia have written a joint letter to the UN nuclear watchdog chief, affirming the termination of Security Council Resolution 2231 and the agency's reporting concerning the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program.
- Iran rejects US allegations of interference in regional countries' affairs IRNA 24 Oct 2025 -- Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani said Iran's foreign policy is firmly rooted in the UN Charter and such principles as respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other countries, non-interference in their affairs, and good neighborliness.
- Iran rejects US allegations of interference in regional countries' affairs Press TV 24 Oct 2025 -- Iran has categorically rejected Washington's latest allegations about Tehran's interference in regional countries' affairs, describing them as unfounded.
- Could Bolivia's Right Turn Spoil Iran's Ambitions In Latin America? RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025
- Thousands Of Iranian Companies Operating In Georgia Amid Sanctions Evasion Concerns RFE/RL 24 Oct 2025 -- Nearly 13,000 Iranian companies are registered in Georgia - to only a handful of addresses - raising concerns that Tehran could be using the South Caucasus country to skirt international sanctions.
- Japan's new PM delivers first policy address, showing 'shift from earlier hardline rhetoric against China' Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- On Friday, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered her first policy address, which contained remarks on China that aligned closely with information disclosed by Japanese media the previous day.
- FM spokesperson responds to China-related remarks in Japanese new PM Takaichi's policy address Global Times 24 Oct 2025 -- In response to China-related remarks in the policy speech of Japan's new PM Sanae Takaichi, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, stated Friday that "I have already addressed relevant questions yesterday. I would like to reiterate that when it comes to peace and security, China has the best track record among major countries. In contrast, Japan has significantly adjusted its security policy in recent years, continuously increased its defense budget year by year, relaxed restrictions on weapons exports, and sought breakthrough military capabilities.
- Joint Statement After the Meeting between Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of the Republic of Poland Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2025 -- At the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland Mr. Radoslaw Sikorski paid an official visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan from 23-24 October 2025.
- Transcript of the Press Briefing by the Spokesperson on Friday 24th October 2025 Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2025
- Remarks by President António Costa at the press conference following the European Council meeting of 23 October 2025 EC/CEU 24 Oct 2025
- European Union and Uzbekistan strengthen relations with Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement European Commission 24 Oct 2025 -- The European Union and the Republic of Uzbekistan signed today an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA), marking a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral relations.
- ICC affirms jurisdiction over Duterte case Philippine News Agency 24 Oct 2025 -- Judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) affirmed the court's jurisdiction in the crime against humanity case against former president Rodrigo Duterte.
- World News in Brief: 80th birthday greetings, South Sudan floods, South Lebanon update UN News 24 Oct 2025 -- Marking its 80th anniversary, the United Nations celebrated decades of multilateral cooperation for peace, human rights, and sustainable development through events across the globe.
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- Secretary General in Washington highlights support for Ukraine NATO 23 Oct 2025 -- On 21-22 October 2025, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Washington D.C. where he met with the President of the United States, Mr Donald J Trump to discuss NATO's support for securing an end to the war against Ukraine and a just and lasting peace.
- Finland's Accession to the PURL Initiative and Construction of Shelters in Ukraine: President Met with Petteri Orpo President of Ukraine 23 Oct 2025
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Tusk Discussed Joint Defense Projects and the SAFE Instrument President of Ukraine 23 Oct 2025
- Strengthening Air Defense and Coordinating Diplomatic Steps: Volodymyr Zelenskyy Met with Emmanuel Macron President of Ukraine 23 Oct 2025
- Long-Range Weapons Can Truly Change the Course of the War - President President of Ukraine 23 Oct 2025
- Olexandr Mischenko takes part in events dedicated to strengthening Ukraine-Japan cooperation in the sphere of security and defence Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 23 Oct 2025
- MoD adopts new cybersecurity standards for information systems Ukraine MOD 23 Oct 2025
- Army to form drone groups for each theater by next July: chief of staff CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- Taiwan's Army is set to establish an unmanned aerial system (UAS) group for each of the country's five theaters of operations by next July, the Army's chief of staff said Thursday.
- 1st M1A2T tank battalion to be launched Oct. 31: Minister CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- Taiwan's first tank battalion comprising M1A2T Abrams tanks purchased from the United States will be established on Oct. 31, Defense Minister Wellington Koo (顧立雄) said Thursday at the Legislature.
- Taiwan will not receive all 66 F-16V jets by end of 2026: Air Force CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- Taiwan will not receive all 66 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets it purchased from the United States by the end of next year as originally scheduled due to manpower shortages and supply chain disruptions, Air Force Chief of Staff Lee Ching-jan (李慶然) said Thursday at the Legislature.
- Exemptions from military service still largely due to overweight: MOI CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The main reason for military service exemptions in Taiwan over the past decade has been overweight issues, the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) said Wednesday, amid recent scandals about conscription evasion.
- ADV Reliant marks clean energy milestone with first renewable diesel refuel Australia DOD 23 Oct 2025 -- Australia's Pacific Support Vessel, ADV Reliant, has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the nations fuel resilience by refuelling with renewable diesel for the first time.
- DPRK Missile Administration Tests Important Weapon System KCNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The Missile Administration of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully tested an important weapon system on October 22.
- Swagman returns to the Top End Australia DOD 23 Oct 2025 -- On Trial Swagman, F-35A Lighting IIs and EA-18G Growlers used the vast Northern Territory airspace to test and advance their electronic warfare (EW) suite against a range of threats in advanced training scenarios.
- Operation Sindoor gave Pakistan a good dose of caution, it will now think twice before attempting any misadventure against India: Raksha Mantri India PIB 23 Oct 2025 -- "Pakistan will now think twice before attempting any misadventure against India as our Armed Forces have given them a good dose of caution during Operation Sindoor," stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while interacting with soldiers during Barakhana in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan on October 23, 2025
- Operation Sindoor sent a global message that India is ever ready to respond to every challenge: Raksha Mantri at Naval Commanders' Conference India PIB 23 Oct 2025 -- "Operation Sindoor was a symbol of India's will power & capability, and a message to the world that we're always ready to respond to every challenge," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while addressing the Naval Commanders' Conference in New Delhi on October 23, 2025
- Raksha Mantri releases Defence Procurement Manual 2025 India PIB 23 Oct 2025 -- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 at a function in South Block, New Delhi on October 23, 2025
- DAC clears proposals, worth about Rs 79,000 crore, to enhance the capability of the Armed Forces India PIB 23 Oct 2025 -- The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, approved various proposals of the Services amounting to a total of about Rs 79,000 crore, during a meeting in South Block, New Delhi on October 23, 2025
- Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, during his official visit to Romania met with Mr. Eduard Bachide, State Secretary of Defence, and General Gheorgiță Vlad, Romanian Chief of Defence, in a joint meeting emphasizing deeper military to military cooperation between the two countries. ISPR Pakistan 23 Oct 2025
- Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) is currently on an official visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt. ISPR Pakistan 23 Oct 2025
- UK and Germany to jointly hunt Russian submarines from Lossiemouth one year after landmark defence agreement UK MOD 23 Oct 2025 -- Defence Secretary John Healey hosted his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, at RAF Lossiemouth today
- European Council conclusions on European defence and security, 23 October 2025 EC/CEU 23 Oct 2025
- In addition to the US HIMARS, Estonia plans to purchase South Korean Chunmoo rocket launchers Estonia MoD 23 Oct 2025 -- On Thursday, Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur and South Korean Minister of Defence Ahn Gyu-back signed a defence cooperation agreement in Seoul, South Korea, under which Estonia plans to purchase South Korean Chunmoo rocket launchers to supplement its US HIMARS units.
- Budrys in Tokyo: In today's world, we are dealing with the same security issues Lithuania MFA 23 Oct 2025 -- On 23 October, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Kęstutis Budrys, met with Japan's newly appointed Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in Tokyo.
- The President: We must better protect the EU's critical infrastructure President of the Republic of Lithuania 23 Oct 2025 -- Speaking at the European Council meeting on Thursday, President Gitanas Nausėda emphasized the importance of efforts to strengthen the European Union's competitiveness.
- The President: A strong eastern border must become a priority for the entire EU President of the Republic of Lithuania 23 Oct 2025 -- President Gitanas Nausėda, speaking at the European Council meeting on Thursday, called for greater EU focus on the security of its eastern border.
- NZ Army's Marlborough exercise switches from evacuation to combat New Zealand Defence Force 23 Oct 2025 -- New Zealand Army soldiers wrap up the largest exercise in the South Island for 2025, aimed to test the Motorised Infantry Company Group (MICG) with supporting units from across 1st (NZ) Brigade and the Royal New Zealand Air Force.
- PH, S. Korea army chiefs meet, boost defense ties Philippine News Agency 23 Oct 2025 -- Top leaders of the Philippine and South Korean armies met in Seoul earlier this week for "high-level talks," further solidifying the defense ties between the two nations, the Philippine Army (PA) said Thursday.
- 23 October 2025 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 23 Oct 2025
- PM Netanyahu speaks at the welcoming ceremony for ISA Director David Zini Israel - Prime Minister 23 Oct 2025
- Prime Minister's Office Israel - Prime Minister 23 Oct 2025 -- "The Knesset vote on annexation was a deliberate political provocation by the opposition to sow discord during Vice President JD Vance's visit to Israel."
- Remarks by PM Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Israel - Prime Minister 23 Oct 2025
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu After Their Meeting US Dept. of State 23 Oct 2025
- FM Sa'ar meets with Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Elisa Spiropali Israel MFA 23 Oct 2025 -- FM Sa'ar on the International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion regarding UNRWA: "This is not a 'Court of Justice'. It's a kangaroo court - a corrupt, political circus. It has been weaponized by Israel's enemies."
- Far-right Israeli minister rejects Saudi normalization terms, mocks kingdom to 'keep riding camels' Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Far-right Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has dismissed Saudi Arabia's demand that Tel Aviv must first recognize a Palestinian state as a precondition for normalization, mocking the Arab kingdom by saying they should "keep riding camels in the desert" instead.
- Schools targeted, two killed as massive Israeli strikes hit Lebanon's Bekaa Valley Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Israel has launched massive airstrikes on Lebanon, targeting southern and eastern parts of the country, killing at least two people and injuring several others, including school children.
- ICJ, Hamas reject Israeli Knesset's West Bank annexation plot as unlawful IRNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has issued a statement condemning the Israeli Knesset's preliminary approval of a plan to annex the West Bank, stating it lacks any legal legitimacy.
- Illegal West Bank annexation bills expose Israel's 'colonial' nature: Hamas Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- The Hamas resistance group has condemned the Israeli parliament's (Knesset) initial nod to annex the occupied West Bank, saying the move reflects the ugly face of the Tel Aviv regime's colonization of Palestinian land.
- Security Council Speakers Call for Swift Action to Secure Fragile Peace in Gaza, as Deputy Special Representative Says 'Momentous' Opportunity Must Not Be Lost UN Security Council 23 Oct 2025 -- "Don't let the opportunity for Middle East peace slip through our fingers." This was the overarching message conveyed by the Security Council today, as delegates discussed the latest developments following the 9 October agreement — based on United States President Donald J. Trump's 20-point plan — which secured a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza.
- Fragile Gaza ceasefire marks 'a momentous but precarious juncture,' UN envoy tells Security Council UN News 23 Oct 2025 -- The Gaza ceasefire provides a rare opportunity to end one of the most destructive phases of the wider Israel-Palestine conflict, the UN's deputy Middle East envoy told the Security Council on Thursday.
- Ceasefire offers 'lifeline' but Gaza hospitals remain in ruins UN News 23 Oct 2025 -- Gaza's health system remains in ruins despite the fragile ceasefire holding, with hundreds of thousands still facing urgent medical and humanitarian needs, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday.
- Türk says ICJ ruling is crystal clear on Israel's obligations in Gaza OHCHR 23 Oct 2025 -- "The range of Israel's obligations under international law, spelled out by the International Court of Justice ruling yesterday, are crystal clear. These start with the people of Gaza and throughout the occupied Palestinian territory having the right to the essential supplies they need to live, and must be ensured by Israel as the occupying power."
- UN urges Israel to comply with ICJ ruling on Gaza aid Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has called on Israel to urgently adhere to a recent International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling, emphasizing its obligations under international law to ensure essential aid reaches Gaza and the occupied Palestinian territories.
- UN says delivering aid to northern Gaza remains challenging People's Daily 23 Oct 2025 -- UN humanitarians said Wednesday that delivering vital support to northern Gaza remains challenging, even though the ceasefire took effect more than 10 days ago.
- ICJ rules Israel obliged to allow Gaza aid passage People's Daily 23 Oct 2025 -- The International Court of Justice (ICJ) affirmed on Wednesday that Israel is obligated to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, including assistance provided by United Nations agencies.
- US irked by ICJ ruling demanding Israel facilitate UNRWA aid to Gaza Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- The US has rebuked a recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) obliging Israel to facilitate the entry of aid into the Gaza Strip.
- Iran condemns Israeli Knesset's annexation bill of West Bank Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the Israeli Knesset's annexation bill of the West Bank as a clear violation of the United Nations charter and principles.
- Joint Statement Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 23 Oct 2025
- Occupation forces storm the West Bank 448 times and attack three mosques -- Genocide continues in the Gaza Strip; 66 attacks during the olive harvest season Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 23 Oct 2025 -- During a two-week period, Israeli occupation forces killed 159 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip
- OIC: Condemnation of Knesset's Annexation Law and Support for ICJ Advisory Opinion Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 23 Oct 2025 -- The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) unequivocally denounces the Israeli Knesset's recent approval of legislation aimed at annexing the occupied West Bank and imposing alleged Israeli sovereignty over it
- Saudi Arabia, Several Countries, Arab League and OIC Condemn Israeli Knesset's Approval of Two Draft Laws Aiming to Impose a So-called 'Israeli Sovereignty' over the Occupied West Bank, and on Israeli Illegal Colonial Settlements SPA 23 Oct 2025
- Spanish Government condemns Israeli Parliament's preliminary approval of bill to annex and apply full sovereignty in West Bank Spain MFA 23 Oct 2025 -- Although the bill is not yet legally valid, it contravenes international law and, in particular, the Advisory Opinion of 19 July 2024 of the International Court of Justice, which determines that the occupation is illegal.
- Joint Statement condemning Israeli illegal legislative measures aiming to impose sovereignty over the occupied West Bank Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025
- The ICJ's Advisory Opinion on Israel's Obligations to the UN and Other International Organizations in the Occupied Palestinian Territory Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025 -- Pakistan welcomes the Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), issued on 22 October 2025, on the "Obligations of Israel in Relation to the Presence and Activities of the United Nations, Other International Organizations and Third States in and in relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territory".
- Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli moves undermining Palestinian sovereignty Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025 -- Pakistan strongly condemns Israel's attempt to extend its so-called "sovereignty" over parts of the Occupied West Bank, including illegal Israeli settlements, through a draft law introduced in the legislature of the occupying power. These actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law, relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions, and the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people.
- We must now build on the momentum of the ceasefire: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 23 Oct 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Palestine.
- Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Sudan, Niger UNOCHA 23 Oct 2025
- Chinese envoy urges all parties to provide constructive support to Syria, Israel to stop military operations in the country Global Times 23 Oct 2025 -- A Chinese envoy to the UN on Wednesday called on all parties to provide constructive support and assistance and refrain from exploiting the Syrian situation for self-interest and urged Israel to stop its military operations against Syria and withdraw immediately from Syrian territory.
- Israeli regime launches attack against village in southern Syria IRNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The Zionist regime has fired at Koya village in southern Syria's Daraa province.
- Millions pushed to 'brink of survival' in Sudan UN News 23 Oct 2025 -- Over 900 days of brutal conflict, widespread human rights violations, famine, and the collapse of essential services have driven millions of people in Sudan to the "brink of survival" - with women and children bearing the heaviest burden.
- IOM Calls for Urgent Support as Returns to Khartoum Top One Million IOM 23 Oct 2025 -- More than one million people have returned to Khartoum within the last ten months, according to a new report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The Sudan Return Monitoring Snapshot indicates that these returns took place between November 2024 and September 2025, as families made their way back from different parts of the country.
- IOM, UNHCR, UNICEF and WFP urge immediate action to address escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan UNICEF 23 Oct 2025 -- Four United Nations agencies today called for urgent international attention on the crisis in Sudan, to address the immense suffering and growing dangers to the population. Over 900 days of brutal fighting, widespread violations of human rights, famine, and the breakdown of life-sustaining services have pushed millions to the brink of survival, particularly women and children.
- Belgium expressed its support on Thursday for the autonomy Initiative presented by Morocco in 2007, placing the Sahara region "within the framework of the Kingdom's sovereignty and national unity," stressing that it will act "as of now on diplomatic and economic plans in line with this position." Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025
- Answers to media questions President of Russia 23 Oct 2025 -- Following a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Russian Geographical Society, Vladimir Putin took questions from media members.
- US, EU Ramp Up Sanctions On Key Russian Oil Firms As Trump Cancels Putin Summit RFE/RL 23 Oct 2025 -- Western countries have ratcheted up pressure on Moscow with sanctions announcements in Washington and Brussels targeting the oil and gas sectors that are key to financing Russia's nearly four-year long full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- EU adopts 19th package of sanctions against Russia * European Commission 23 Oct 2025 -- The European Commission welcomes the adoption by EU Member States of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. The new package of sanctions substantially increases the pressure on the Russian war economy, targeting key sectors such as energy, finance, the military industrial base, special economic zones, as well as enablers and profiteers of its war of aggression.
- 19th package of sanctions against Russia: EU targets Russian energy, third-country banks and crypto providers EC/CEU 23 Oct 2025 -- Today, the Council adopted a sweeping 19th package of further 69 individual listings and numerous economic restrictive measures targeting key sectors which fuel Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, including energy, finance and the military industrial complex. The Council is also strengthening control over the movement of Russian diplomats across the EU and taking further measures against those responsible for the abduction of Ukrainian children.
- Budrys on the adoption of the 19th package of sanctions: The EU must not stop, and move forward with further restrictions Lithuania MFA 23 Oct 2025 -- On 23 October, the European Council announced its 19th package of economic and individual sanctions.
- Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's video message to participants of a solemn meeting dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, Moscow, October 23, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025
- Joint Statement In Support of the Efforts to Strengthen the United Nations Secretary-General's Mechanism for Investigation of the Alleged Use of Chemical and Biological Weapons, New York, October 22, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025
- Statement by the Deputy Head of the Delegation of the Russian Federation, Deputy Director of the Department for Non-Proliferation and Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Konstantin Vorontsov at the Thematic Debate on Cluster II "Other WMDs" in the First Committee of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, New York, October 22, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Oct 2025
- Russia's Oil Giants Get Sanctioned By The US. Will It Hurt The Kremlin's War On Ukraine? (For Now, No) RFE/RL 23 Oct 2025 -- The war economy that has fueled Russia's all-out assault on Ukraine for 45 months has been funded by Moscow's exports of oil and gas and, critics say, the West's unwillingness - as well as China and India's disinterest - to fully turn off the spigot.
- CPC plenum concludes, adopting recommendations for China's 15th Five-Year Plan People's Daily 23 Oct 2025 -- The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) convened its fourth plenary session in Beijing from Monday to Thursday.
- Communique of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China PRC MofA 23 Oct 2025 -- The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded its fourth plenary session on Thursday in Beijing with a communique issued.
- Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun's Regular Press Conference on October 23, 2025 PRC MofA 23 Oct 2025
- Retired Taiwanese general sentenced to 7.5 years for China plot CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The Taiwan High Court on Thursday sentenced retired Army Lt. Gen. Kao An-kuo (高安國) to seven years and six months in prison for attempting to form a China-backed organization in Taiwan in violation of the National Security Act.
- High Court rules ex-president Chen Shui-bian cannot be prosecuted CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The Taiwan High Court on Thursday upheld a lower court ruling that former President Chen Shui-bian (陳水扁) cannot be prosecuted for money laundering in a case linked to the appointment of former Taipei 101 Chairperson Diana Chen (陳敏薰), citing the expiration of the statute of limitations.
- U.S. Senate committee passes 4 Taiwan-related bills CNA 23 Oct 2025 -- The U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on Wednesday approved four Taiwan-related bills -- the PORCUPINE Act, the Deter PRC Aggression Against Taiwan Act, the United States-Taiwan Partnership in the Americas Act and the Taiwan International Solidarity Act.
- PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 23 Oct 2025
- Pakistani National Sentenced to 40 Years for Transporting Iranian-Made Advanced Conventional Weapons US Dept. of Justice 23 Oct 2025 -- A Pakistani national was sentenced on Oct. 16 to 40 years in prison for charges relating to his transportation of Iranian-made advanced conventional weaponry.
- FM Araghchi: Iran to pursue sanctions relief while boosting domestic strength Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran will continue its mission to lift sanctions "with seriousness," but emphasized that a more important goal is to "neutralize" their effects through domestic strength.
- Iran warns IAEA chief: Failed threats will bring nothing but another defeat Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned the head of the UN nuclear agency, Rafael Grossi, against making "failed threats" toward Tehran, saying such remarks would bring "nothing but another defeat."
- Iran has no trust in securing national interests through talks with US: Intelligence minister Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Iran's intelligence minister says the Islamic Republic is utterly distrustful of being able to secure the country's national interests through talks with the United States.
- Indian PM Modi ditches Trump, prepares for ASEAN summit Press TV 23 Oct 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that he will virtually attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Kuala Lumpur later this week, ending speculation of a meeting with US President Donald Trump.
- Japan's new Cabinet marks conservative turn in politics People's Daily 23 Oct 2025 -- Both the Cabinet of Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, reflect a distinctly conservative orientation with a focus on economic and security priorities, experts say.
- Chinese FM spokesperson responds to US pressuring other countries on Cuba embargo UNGA resolution Global Times 23 Oct 2025 -- Cuba recently said that the US is pressuring multiple countries in an attempt to change their voting stance on the UN General Assembly draft resolution "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba." Furthermore, the US is pushing other countries to stop providing resources to Cuba's power system. In response, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun urged the US to lift the comprehensive embargo against Cuba as soon as possible.
- European Council: Press remarks by High Representative Kaja Kallas upon arrival European External Action Service (EEAS) 23 Oct 2025
- Albania parliamentary elections 2025: ODIHR election observation mission final report OSCE 23 Oct 2025 -- Albania's parliamentary elections on 11 May were competitive and professionally managed, but they took place in a highly polarized environment and contestants did not enjoy a level playing field. While candidates were generally able to campaign freely, there were reports of intimidation, misuse of public resources and pressure on public employees, which undermined equal opportunities.
- Military takeover to have Myanmar-like consequences, Teodoro warns Philippine News Agency 23 Oct 2025 -- A situation similar to Myanmar could befall the Philippines should a military junta take over the government, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. warned on Thursday, as rumors continue to swirl of a plot to overthrow the government amid the corruption scandal.
- Hungarians March In Budapest At Rival Political Rallies On Anniversary Of 1956 Revolt RFE/RL 23 Oct 2025 -- Tens of thousands of people marched in Budapest on October 23 in rival political rallies to mark the anniversary of the 1956 uprising against the communist government that was violently put down by Soviet troops.
- World News in Brief: ICJ on Gaza, 'a rare, good day' for nuclear safety in Ukraine, Nigeria's internally displaced UN News 23 Oct 2025 -- UN Secretary-General António Guterres has welcomed Wednesday's advisory opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) saying Israel must allow aid into Gaza.
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