Eight migrants tragically died early Sunday when their overcrowded boat capsized while attempting to cross the Channel from France to England. French authorities reported the accident occurred soon after the vessel embarked. This comes just weeks after the deadliest incident this year, which killed 12 Eritrean migrants. Maritime authorities rescued 200 people in the past 24 hours during multiple crossing attempts. The Channel, a popular route for migrants despite its dangers, has seen over 22,000 arrivals in England in 2024. French and British governments continue efforts to curb migrant smuggling and enhance rescue operations.

A long-range ballistic missile launched from Yemen struck central Israel, igniting a fire and triggering air raid sirens in Tel Aviv and surrounding areas. The missile, reportedly evading Israel’s air defenses, landed in an open area without causing casualties, though nine people suffered minor injuries while seeking shelter. Images revealed missile fragments in Modiin’s train station. The Houthis claimed their new hypersonic missile overcame 20 intercept attempts, targeting an Israeli military position. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a heavy response, emphasizing the ongoing tension amid the Gaza conflict.

Israel’s military reported that a surface-to-surface missile, fired from Yemen, landed in an unpopulated area in central Israel on Sunday, causing no injuries. Air raid sirens went off across Tel Aviv and surrounding regions, sending residents into shelters. Loud booms from missile interceptors were heard in the area. The military confirmed that no changes have been made to protective guidelines. The incident follows a July attack by Iran-aligned Houthis from Yemen, which led to a deadly drone strike on Tel Aviv and subsequent Israeli airstrikes on Houthi targets.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under investigation for a potential breach of parliamentary rules after failing to declare luxury gifts given to his wife, Victoria, by Labour peer Lord Alli. The Sunday Times reported that the peer, who is Starmer's largest personal donor, paid for a personal shopper and clothes for Lady Starmer before and after Starmer took office in July. A Number 10 spokesperson admitted the oversight, saying they sought advice and corrected the issue. The Conservative Party has called for a full investigation into the matter.

Pope Francis urged American Catholics to vote for the "lesser evil" between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in the upcoming US presidential elections. The pope criticized both candidates for their positions on key issues such as abortion and migration, emphasizing that both stances were "against life." He described abortion as "killing" and condemned anti-migrant policies as contrary to Biblical teachings. Despite not naming Trump or Harris directly, the pontiff's remarks were aimed at guiding Catholic voters on moral grounds in the election. Both campaigns have yet to respond to the Pope’s comments.

Hundreds attended the funeral of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a US-Turkish activist killed in the West Bank. Eygi, 26, was shot during a protest against Israeli settlement expansion on September 6. The ceremony took place in Didim, Turkey, with prominent figures including Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in attendance. Turkey accuses Israel of intentional killing, while Israel claims it was an indirect hit. Turkish officials vow to seek justice, as tensions between Turkey and Israel escalate. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned the shooting as "unprovoked and unjustified."

Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner swap on Saturday, exchanging 103 prisoners from each side in a deal brokered by the UAE. The Russians were captured during Ukraine's incursion into the Kursk region, while some Ukrainians had been held since the fall of Azovstal steel plant in 2022. Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed the release, with 82 privates and 21 officers returning home. Meanwhile, Russia reported receiving its servicemen and relocating them to Belarus for assistance. Despite ongoing fighting, such exchanges have been mediated by the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey throughout the conflict.

As the second anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death nears, Iranian cities see an increasing number of women defying mandatory hijab laws. Despite intensified government crackdowns and new repressive measures, social media shows women walking without headscarves, particularly in the evenings. This change, sparked by the 2022 protests over Amini’s death, continues despite threats from morality police. New President Masoud Pezeshkian promised reform, but the Supreme Leader maintains strict policies. The shift highlights growing dissent and evolving social norms in Iran.

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and U.S. President Joe Biden held strategic talks in Washington on Ukraine but refrained from making a decision regarding Kyiv's request to fire long-range missiles into Russia. While addressing reporters, Starmer emphasized that the discussion focused on broader strategy, not specific actions. Both leaders expressed concerns about Iran and North Korea supplying weapons to Russia. Despite Russian President Putin’s warnings of NATO's direct involvement, Western nations remain cautious in authorizing missile use within Russian territory.

Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a strong warning as Western nations prepare to lift restrictions on Kyiv’s use of long-range cruise missiles. If Ukraine targets Russia with these weapons, Putin stated it would mark NATO’s direct involvement in the conflict, escalating tensions. The UK has reportedly already removed limitations on its Storm Shadow missiles, while the U.S. is expected to follow with ATACMS. Friday’s summit between U.S. President Biden and UK PM Sir Keir Starmer is expected to finalize the plan, with details possibly revealed at the UN General Assembly later this month.