Asian markets gained this week, but Japan’s Nikkei fell after BOJ signaled tighter policy with ETF sales and hawkish votes. Global stocks stay strong.

Germany says Israel’s actions in Gaza are not proportional but has not decided on sanctions. Debate continues in Europe as Gaza war worsens.

France’s Macron says UN sanctions on Iran will be reimposed after failed talks, as Europe and US push Tehran to allow inspections and reduce uranium stock.

Democrats in the US Senate push for recognition of a Palestinian state alongside Israel, as Gaza war nears two years and global calls for peace grow.

The US vetoed a UN Security Council call for Gaza ceasefire, marking its 6th veto in the conflict, as famine and civilian suffering continue to rise.

UN staff protests Gaza war deaths, sparking criticism from US and Israel. Over 370 UN aid workers killed, raising tensions on neutrality and activism.

Oil prices slipped with Brent at $67.69 and WTI at $63.77, as US job worries, Fed rate cuts, and oversupply raised concerns over future demand.

Santos stock dropped after a $18.7B ADNOC-led takeover bid collapsed, raising questions about its future despite strong upcoming gas and oil projects.

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a defense pact, pledging to protect each other against threats and strengthen security ties amid regional tensions.

Syria and Israel are in talks to stop strikes and withdraw troops. Sharaa says a deal could be close, but key disputes remain unresolved.

UAE warns it will downgrade diplomatic ties with Israel if it annexes parts of the West Bank, calling it a violation of the Abraham Accords

Edi Rama starts fourth term as Albanian PM with mandate to secure EU membership by 2030, faces corruption and organised crime hurdles