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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses international calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, asserting that the battle against Hamas will continue with full force. He warns Hezbollah against involvement and urges Arab leaders to oppose Hamas.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi urges Islamic nations to designate Israel's military as a "terrorist organization" during a summit in Riyadh. The call comes in response to recent events in the Gaza Strip, with Raisi also demanding the severance of political and economic ties with Israel and criticizing the United States for its support.

As Iceland faces an imminent volcanic eruption, residents near the Fagradalsfjall volcanic system are evacuated, and seismic activity intensifies. The UK Foreign Office updates travel advice, emphasizing the potential risk. Experts warn of the considerable threat, rooted in Iceland's geological vulnerability, with uncertainty surrounding the exact timing and location of the eruption. Recent closures, including the Blue Lagoon, highlight the urgency of the situation.

In the face of the escalating conflict in Gaza and international outrage over the mounting casualties, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is steadfast in...

India is reportedly planning to send tens of thousands of workers to Taiwan, forging closer economic ties. The potential employment mobility agreement, set to be signed by December, could see up to 100,000 Indians working in Taiwan's factories, farms, and hospitals. While addressing Taiwan's need for more workers and India's job market challenges, the move is likely to escalate geopolitical tensions with China, a vocal opponent of official exchanges with Taiwan. The pact is part of India's broader strategy to engage in job agreements with developed nations, further complicating its relationship with China amid ongoing border tensions.

A nationwide scarcity of lamination paper in Pakistan has led to a severe shortage of passports, leaving thousands stranded and desperate to secure the essential travel document. Students with approved visas for studies abroad and individuals with work or leisure plans are facing indefinite delays, raising concerns about missed opportunities. The situation, reminiscent of a 2013 delay, has residents frustrated, with passport offices unable to provide a clear timeline for resolution. The government assures efforts to address the crisis, but the uncertainty persists.