MPs in England and Wales have voted 330-275 in favor of a historic bill to legalize assisted dying. The decision follows a five-hour emotional debate in the House of Commons, where MPs shared personal stories. Proponents of the bill argued for individual autonomy, while opponents called for enhanced end-of-life care. The bill now progresses to further parliamentary scrutiny. Campaigners from both sides reacted with tears of joy and disappointment as the vote marks a significant shift in British social policy. If approved, the law will allow patients to request medical help to die under strict criteria.

Ukraine has received the bodies of 502 fallen soldiers from Russia, according to Kyiv's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War. The majority of the bodies, 397, were recovered from the heavily contested Donetsk region. Smaller numbers were repatriated from the Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia regions, as well as Russian morgues. Ukraine’s government expressed gratitude to the International Committee of the Red Cross for their assistance in the process. The bodies will undergo forensic examination to identify the deceased. Russia has not publicly acknowledged the return of its soldiers' bodies. The exchange continues amid high casualties on both sides.

MI6 chief Richard Moore revealed a “staggeringly reckless” Russian sabotage campaign across Europe during a visit to Paris. Moore highlighted Russia's escalating tactics, including nuclear threats, as part of efforts to undermine Western support for Ukraine. Warning against appeasement, Moore said, “If Putin reduces Ukraine to a vassal state, our security will be jeopardized.” He emphasized the broader implications for global stability, citing potential emboldenment of China, North Korea, and Iran. The UK and French intelligence agencies are collaborating to mitigate risks. Meanwhile, Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov is in North Korea for strategic discussions, raising further global concerns.  

Lebanon's Hezbollah declared "victory" over Israel following a newly enforced truce. The Iran-backed group stated, “Victory from God almighty was the ally of the righteous cause,” emphasizing its fighters’ readiness to counter any future Israeli actions. The conflict had heightened tensions across the region, prompting global calls for de-escalation. Hezbollah’s statement highlights its ongoing vigilance against Israeli "ambitions and attacks," despite the ceasefire. The truce marks a temporary halt in hostilities but leaves underlying disputes unresolved. Regional observers are cautious about the fragile peace as both sides maintain a combative stance.

Germany will re-deploy Patriot air defence systems to Poland starting January 2025, protecting a key logistical hub aiding Ukraine. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius confirmed the six-month deployment aimed at securing Poland’s railway link to Ukraine. The move follows Poland’s acceptance of Germany’s offer, as announced by Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz on social media. Germany previously stationed 300 troops and three Patriot units in Poland from January to November 2022 after a stray Ukrainian missile struck Przewodow village. The redeployment reinforces NATO’s border defence amid ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Mumbai Police are investigating the suicide of Air India pilot Srishti Tuli (25), allegedly linked to harassment by Aditya Pandit (27), now in custody. Tuli was found unresponsive at her Andheri home after a video call with Pandit. Investigators are retrieving deleted WhatsApp chats for clues. Pandit reportedly ignored her threats of self-harm and accessed her locked home without police, raising suspicions. Police found multiple missed calls and calls from Tuli before her death. Pandit was arrested for concealing information, with forensic teams working to recover deleted data. His custody has been extended until Monday by the Andheri Court.

Vladimir Putin’s alleged daughter, 21-year-old Luiza Rozova, is reportedly living in Paris under a pseudonym. Born from a brief relationship between Putin and former cleaner Svetlana Krivonogikh, Luiza uses the surname "Rudnova," linked to Oleg Rudnov, a close Putin ally. Reports indicate she works as a DJ and has avoided public attention since Russia's Ukraine invasion, deleting her social media. Krivonogikh, now one of Russia’s wealthiest women, owns assets worth £83M. The connection to Putin stems from Russian naming conventions, with Rozova’s patronymic “Vladimirovna” suggesting she is Putin’s daughter, though this remains unofficial.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has urged Lebanese residents not to return to 60 villages in southern Lebanon, citing safety risks despite the ongoing ceasefire with Hezbollah. A map published by the IDF marked areas stretching from Mansouri to Shebaa as dangerous. The ceasefire, brokered by the US and France, aims for Israeli withdrawal within 60 days as the Lebanese army takes over. However, both sides accuse each other of breaching the agreement. Since October 2023, the conflict has displaced over 1M Lebanese and killed thousands, with 3,961 deaths reported in Lebanon and 76 fatalities in Israel.

Extremist groups in Bangladesh targeted two Hindu temples, Radha Govinda and Shantaneswari Matri, in Chittagong, forcing local Hindus to flee to safer areas. Shops near the Kotwali Police Station were also vandalized after Friday prayers during a march demanding a ban on Iskcon. Eyewitnesses reported that police and army personnel did not intervene. This attack follows a series of anti-Hindu incidents in the country, with over 200 temples desecrated since August. India expressed concern, urging Bangladesh to protect minorities, as the government condemned the growing extremist violence against the Hindu community.

Ukraine’s energy infrastructure is under relentless assault from Russia, with the latest attacks targeting vital power plants just as winter sets in. Despite the damage, engineers work tirelessly to restore capacity, while Ukraine's western allies, including the European Commission and the US, provide financial support. As power cuts affect daily life, residents adapt by using generators, inverters, and creative solutions to maintain essential services like lifts and hot water. The war’s third winter has turned power disruptions into a national preoccupation, with communities banding together to cope with the ongoing challenges.