Dutch appeals court reverses landmark climate ruling against Shell, overturning a 2021 decision requiring the oil giant to cut carbon emissions by 45%. The court acknowledged Shell's obligation to limit emissions but ruled it couldn't establish a "social standard of care" for specific reductions. The decision comes as climate talks commence in Azerbaijan. Shell welcomed the verdict, while Friends of the Earth Netherlands called it a setback. The environmental group can appeal to the Supreme Court, potentially delaying a final verdict for years. The case's outcome has significant implications for corporate climate responsibility and Paris Agreement compliance.

Two commercial planes were struck by gunfire over Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Tuesday. A Spirit Airlines flight, nearing its landing from Fort Lauderdale, was hit by bullets, injuring a flight attendant. Footage showed a bullet hole near the back door. The plane was diverted to the Dominican Republic, and flights at Toussaint Louverture International Airport were temporarily halted. Shortly after, a JetBlue flight taking off towards New York was also hit by gunfire. The attacks are believed to have been carried out by gangs operating in the area, prompting heightened security concerns.

A coronial inquest has revealed shocking details about the Bondi Junction stabbing attack in Sydney, which left six people dead and 10 injured in just three minutes. Joel Cauchi, 40, the perpetrator, had been diagnosed with schizophrenia but had stopped taking his medication and was homeless at the time of the incident. Cauchi's obsession with knives and history of erratic behavior had raised concerns among his family and police. Alarmingly, no alarm sounded inside the shopping center until after Cauchi was fatally shot by police. The tragedy on April 13 sparked a national conversation about gendered violence in Australia, where mass murders are rare.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that his country's ongoing military operation in Russia's Kursk region has successfully pinned down 50,000 Russian troops, significantly hindering Moscow's ability to launch attacks within Ukraine. This development aligns with Zelensky's stated objective for the offensive, which has faced skepticism from some Western allies. Notably, the initial Russian troop presence in Kursk was estimated to be around 11,000 when Ukraine launched its surprise incursion in early August, according to the Institute for the Study of War. The Ukrainian military's strategic move has diverted Russian forces and resources, potentially shifting the dynamics of the conflict.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed Israel's involvement in the recent pager attacks in Lebanon, which resulted in 42 deaths and over 3,000 injuries. The attacks, carried out on September 17 and 18, 2024, targeted Hezbollah members using pagers and walkie-talkies that had been secretly manufactured with explosives by Israeli intelligence. The devices were distributed to Hezbollah through a shell company, and their explosions were described as Hezbollah's biggest security breach since the start of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in October 2023.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has approved the Global Combat Aircraft Programme (GCAP), a collaboration between the UK, Italy, and Japan to develop a 6th-generation stealth fighter jet. This advanced military project merges the UK-Italy Tempest Project and Japan’s F-X program, with the UK initially investing £2 billion. Designed to strengthen defenses against potential threats from Russia and China, GCAP represents a significant strategic step for G7 partners. Starmer and his cabinet finalized the approval last week, with a full announcement on the project anticipated soon.

Haiti's international airport shut down after gangs fired on a Spirit Airlines flight landing in Port-au-Prince, injuring a flight attendant. The plane, traveling from Fort Lauderdale, was diverted to the Dominican Republic. Bullet holes were found inside the aircraft. The incident prompted some airlines to suspend operations. The shutdown occurred as Haiti sworn in a new interim prime minister, who vowed to restore peace. The country faces escalating violence and gang activity. The US Embassy confirmed the incident. The airport closure highlights Haiti's deteriorating security situation, posing concerns for travel and humanitarian aid. An investigation is underway.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Mike Waltz, a Florida Congressman and co-chair of the India Caucus, as his National Security Adviser. Waltz, a 50-year-old retired Army colonel and Green Beret veteran, serves on key committees, including Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence. As a combat-decorated veteran with over 26 years of service, Waltz brings extensive experience to the role. He has been critical of President Joe Biden's foreign policy and advocates for increased European support for Ukraine and a more stringent US approach. 

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made their first public appearance together since Harris lost the election to Donald Trump. The pair attended a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, where they honored fallen soldiers with a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Biden praised Harris in a recent speech, while Democrats face internal discussions on the reasons for their loss. Trump, who will soon take office, plans to bring in officials with strong views on immigration and national security, including Tom Homan as "border czar" and Elise Stefanik as ambassador to the UN.

Two branches of Qatar's royal family are fighting in a UK court over the Idol's Eye diamond. Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani, cousin of Qatar's Emir, claims he has the right to buy the 70-carat gem, valued at $27 million. The diamond was lent to QIPCO, a company he runs, by former culture minister Sheikh Saud bin Mohammed Al Thani before his death in 2014. The dispute centers around an agreement to sell the diamond for $10 million. Elanus Holdings, representing Sheikh Saud's relatives, disagrees and insists the sale price should be higher.