Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is prepared to conduct nuclear tests if other countries do so, highlighting the comparable number of nuclear warheads on submarines between Russia and the United States.

Venezuelan Defense Minister reported detection of five US F-35 fighter jets in Venezuelan airspace, warning of provocations threatening national security. The country is prepared to repel any aggression, while the US does not rule out a military operation against Venezuela.

Israeli tanks have closed the main road to Gaza City to prevent returnees, while ongoing Israeli strikes have killed 77 and injured 222 in the past 24 hours, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.

The World Health Organization revealed that over 5,000 Palestinians in Gaza have had limbs amputated since the war launched by Israel in October 2023, with 42,000 people suffering life-altering injuries, including many children.

Germany, France, and Italy have urged the US and Japan to join a plan to use frozen Russian assets to financially support Ukraine, while the European Central Bank warns of risks to the euro's credibility. Meanwhile, Russia threatens to nationalize foreign assets in retaliation for asset confiscation plans.

Manchester police believe the attacker in the Jewish synagogue attack is a British citizen of Syrian origin and are treating the incident as a terrorist act. Three people were killed including the attacker, with several others critically injured.

President Donald Trump warned that some employees might be laid off and projects halted if the US government shutdown continues. Federal officials cautioned that such layoffs could violate funding laws.

The U.S. federal government shutdown threatens the food assistance program supporting 6.7 million low-income Americans. The National Program Association president warned the shutdown could endanger children's lives if it lasts more than a week.

Israeli naval forces intercepted 41 boats of the Global Steadfast Fleet heading to Gaza, sparking widespread international condemnation and protests worldwide. The fleet described the interception as a crime and violation of international law, while Israel confirmed the activists' safety and detention for investigation.

The Russian Foreign Ministry rejects any statements denying the possibility of establishing an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital and supports the Palestinians' right to statehood according to international law and UN resolutions.