Manipur remains tense as Meitei civil society groups rejected resolutions from the NDA meeting, demanding stricter action against Kuki insurgent groups. Six killings in Jiribam have reignited violence, with protests intensifying statewide. The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has issued a 24-hour ultimatum for revised resolutions, warning of government office shutdowns if unmet. Assam sealed borders, fearing violence spillover. The NDA's National People’s Party withdrew support from CM N Biren Singh's government. Meanwhile, Kuki groups held coffin rallies to protest alleged atrocities. Calls grow for declaring all Suspension of Operation (SoO) groups unlawful.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a doctrine lowering the nuclear weapons use threshold, threatening retaliation if Ukraine uses Western-supplied missiles to target Russia. This development follows Ukraine’s first US-made ATACMS strike on Russia’s Bryansk region, marking 1,000 days of the war. The Kremlin accused NATO of escalating the conflict, with Dmitry Peskov warning that Western targeting assistance makes them de facto participants. Meanwhile, Russian airstrikes on Odesa killed 8 people. Moscow has hinted at supplying long-range weapons to its allies if Western nations persist in aiding Ukraine. President-elect Donald Trump’s stance on US support for Ukraine adds further uncertainty.

Dense smog caused by severe air pollution has led to multiple accidents in Uttar Pradesh, leaving 2 bikers dead and dozens injured. In Noida, a bus and two trucks collided on the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, injuring over 12 passengers. Near Agra, six vehicles piled up on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway due to poor visibility. In Bulandshahr, a truck fatally hit a biker, while another accident in Badaun claimed the life of a teacher. Severe pollution has turned visibility hazardous across North India, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay indoors as air quality remains in the 'severe+' category.

The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro addressed climate change, wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and global inequality. Leaders called for increased climate finance but failed to outline concrete commitments. The group condemned the use of force in Ukraine but avoided naming Russian aggression. Calls for ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon focused on protecting civilians and releasing hostages. Brazilian President Lula pushed for taxing the ultra-wealthy and launched a global hunger alliance, with 82 countries pledging to reduce food insecurity by 2030. Discussions revealed tensions among global powers on addressing these critical issues.

A UN convoy of 109 aid lorries was attacked in Gaza, resulting in the looting of 97 vehicles, the UN agency Unrwa reported. Masked assailants armed with grenades forced drivers to unload supplies after entering southern Gaza via the Kerem Shalom crossing. The Unrwa commissioner general, Philippe Lazzarini, attributed the incident to a “total breakdown of civil order,” warning of worsening food shortages for 2M people reliant on aid. Hamas claimed to have killed over 20 gang members responsible. UN officials criticized Israel for failing to ensure the safe delivery of aid. The Israeli military has yet to comment.

A Russian-controlled segment of the International Space Station (ISS) is leaking, causing air and pressure loss. First identified in 2019, the leak has worsened this year, drawing serious concerns from NASA about the module's structural integrity and the risk of catastrophic failure. While Roscosmos downplays the threat and continues patching leaks, NASA believes the situation is dangerous for the crew. The agencies disagree on the severity of the problem, with NASA urging independent experts to assess the issue and find a resolution. This dispute marks the most critical issue facing the aging space station.

The Kremlin has warned of a "palpable response" if Ukraine uses US-made long-range missiles to strike Russian territory. This follows the US allowing Ukraine to deploy Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) against military targets inside Russia, a significant policy shift. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that such an action would mean direct involvement by the US and its allies. The move comes as Russia intensifies its aerial bombardments, particularly on the Ukrainian city of Odesa, where recent strikes killed 10 people. Ukrainian officials argue that the missiles could help shorten the war and shift the battlefield dynamics.

U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to launch long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) into Russia, marking a significant policy shift. The missiles, with a range of up to 190 miles, are expected to be deployed soon. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remarked, "Missiles will speak for themselves." The decision comes amid reports of North Korean troops aiding Russia, heightening fears of conflict escalation. Russian President Vladimir Putin previously warned such actions could signify NATO’s direct involvement. At the G20 summit, Sir Keir Starmer is urging stronger support for Ukraine, highlighting the conflict's global security implications.

Russia has reacted angrily to President Joe Biden's approval of long-range missiles for Ukraine to strike inside Russian territory. Russian officials, including MP Leonid Slutsky and Senator Vladimir Dzhabarov, warned this could lead to serious escalation and even World War Three. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused the US of "adding fuel to the fire." President Vladimir Putin, while not commenting directly, has previously stated such moves would signify NATO's direct participation in the war. Russia has vowed to improve air defenses and hinted at retaliating by supplying weapons to other adversaries.

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, reportedly suffering from severe illness, has named his son Mojtaba Khamenei as his successor. The Assembly of Experts, under pressure from Khamenei’s representatives, selected Mojtaba in a unanimous vote despite some dissent. Born in 1969, Mojtaba has long supported political figures like Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and played a role in suppressing the 2009 protests. He is believed to control substantial financial assets but faces challenges within the Assembly of Experts, which is expected to formally confirm his leadership soon. His path to power remains uncertain amid internal resistance.