A woman bypassed multiple security checkpoints at New York's JFK Airport and boarded a Paris-bound Delta Airlines flight without a boarding pass or ID. TSA confirmed she cleared security screening with no prohibited items. Discovered in the aircraft bathroom near the end of the 7-hour flight, the stowaway prompted French police intervention upon landing. Passengers were informed of a "serious security issue" only after the flight landed in Paris. Delta Airlines and TSA have launched investigations into the breach, calling safety their top priority. Details of how the breach occurred and the woman’s arrest status remain unclear.

Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus's press secretary, Shafikul Islam, assured that Hindus remain "safe" in Bangladesh despite recent tensions over ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das's arrest. Das, charged with sedition, was denied bail, sparking protests and calls to ban ISKCON. Islam confirmed there are no plans to ban the Hindu organization and emphasized Das would receive a fair trial. Addressing unrest, Bangladesh’s government has engaged with Hindu leaders and visited temples to address concerns. Responding to India's criticism of the arrest, Islam called it an "internal matter." Meanwhile, Bangladesh's High Court rejected a petition seeking to prohibit ISKCON's activities.

UK MP Bob Blackman stated, "Hindus across Bangladesh are being subjected to death, with their houses and temples being burnt," during a session in Parliament. He condemned the arrest of Hindu spiritual leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and highlighted attempts to ban ISKCON in Bangladesh, calling it a direct attack on religious freedom. Blackman urged action to protect minorities, stressing, "It cannot be acceptable that religious minorities are persecuted in this way." India’s Ministry of External Affairs demanded Bangladesh ensure the safety of minorities. Diaspora group FISI UK supported these concerns, denouncing ongoing violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested a ceasefire deal where unoccupied Ukrainian territories join NATO, ensuring security against further Russian aggression. He proposed negotiating the return of occupied regions diplomatically. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for NATO to "immediately" cover Ukraine's controlled areas, warning of Russian resurgence otherwise. The statement marks a shift from Kyiv's earlier refusal to cede territory. Zelenskyy also expressed willingness to engage with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing the importance of direct communication. Russia, however, insists on retaining occupied territories. Approximately 20% of Ukraine remains under Russian control since its invasion.

Three Hindu temples in Chattogram, Bangladesh, were vandalised on Friday by a mob chanting anti-Hindu slogans. The attack, targeting Shantaneshwari Matri Temple, Shoni Temple, and Shantaneshwari Kalibari Temple, followed protests triggered by the sedition-related arrest of ex-ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das. Temple authorities stated the mob arrived post-Juma prayers, damaging gates and property. Police confirmed minimal damage after clashes. India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged Bangladesh to ensure minority safety, while Bangladesh expressed concern over a protest at its Kolkata mission. Rising extremist rhetoric has escalated tensions between the two nations.

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.