October 25, 2024

*) Israeli strikes kill, injure over 150 in Gaza's Jabalia More than 150 Palestinians were killed or injured in Israeli attacks on Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp, according to the Palestinian Civil Defence agency. Israeli forces reportedly destroyed 11 houses in the al-Hawaja area last night. The agency underscored the need for help to transport the wounded from the scene. *) Türkiye celebrates UN as global beacon of hope: Erdogan President Erdogan expressed Türkiye's readiness to help reform the United Nations into a renewed symbol of hope for humanity. He emphasised the need for an effective international system rooted in justice, equality, and solidarity, free from double standards. Erdogan expressed Ankara’s determination to continue contributing to peacekeeping, counter-terrorism, and sustainability efforts under the UN framework. *) Russia's Putin does not deny North Korea troops deployment in Ukraine President Vladimir Putin did not refute claims that North Korea sent troops to Russia but emphasised that Moscow has the right to manage its defence cooperation with Pyongyang. He blamed the West for escalating the Ukraine conflict and highlighted NATO's direct involvement in the war. Meanwhile, the US claimed to have evidence of 3,000 North Korean troops being sent to Russia for potential deployment in Ukraine, which could further intensify the war. *) Mozambique's Frelimo party extends five-decade rule in disputed election Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, has maintained its grip on power after winning the presidential election, despite opposition allegations of fraud. Daniel Chapo, 47, will succeed President Filipe Nyusi, becoming the nation's fifth president since independence. The electoral commission announced Chapo secured over 70 percent of the vote. *) Fenerbahce draw with Manchester United, Besiktas beat Lyon in Europa League Beşiktaş secured a 1-0 win against Olympique Lyon in the Europa League, thanks to a 71st-minute goal from Gedson Fernandes. The Turkish side wore black armbands in memory of victims of Wednesday's terrorist attack. In another Europa League game, Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahce settled for a 1-1 draw with Manchester United at home.