Syrians will form their first People's Assembly post-Assad on October 25 amid debate over the legitimacy and mechanisms of elections under exceptional security and political conditions.

European leaders have welcomed US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza, highlighting the importance of ceasefire and the release of detainees as part of the peace efforts.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused former US President Donald Trump of complicity in the Gaza genocide and called for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the US based on an ICC warrant. He announced a review of the US free trade agreement and cancellation of the one with Israel.

The Egyptian army has announced details of its joint exercises with Turkey, which included naval and aerial training as well as workshops to unify operational concepts between forces. These exercises aim to enhance military cooperation and readiness between the two countries.

The General Division for Digital Economy and Technology at the Egyptian Federation of Chambers of Commerce is inviting Egyptian companies to participate in the Bharat Telecom Expo 2025 in New Delhi, India, from October 8 to 11, 2025. The expo is a strategic platform connecting top manufacturers and investors in telecommunications.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola confirmed that US President Trump proposed a deal for peace, stability, and reconstruction in Gaza. Trump described the day as historic for peace in the Middle East during a press conference with Netanyahu.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly visited Menoufia to inspect and inaugurate development projects under the presidential initiative "Decent Life," which aims to improve rural areas. The government is working to complete the first phase benefiting around 18 million people.

US reports reveal divisions within the Pentagon over the new defense strategy that overly focuses on internal threats and limits competition with China to the Taiwan issue. Concerns also arise over a military restructuring plan involving significant leadership cuts.

US Vice President J.D. Vance warned of an impending federal government shutdown after failed budget negotiations with Democrats, with both parties holding firm positions as the Tuesday deadline approaches.

The White House unveiled Trump's 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza, including disarmament, reconstruction under Palestinian governance with international oversight, and exclusion of Hamas from governance.