Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has deployed an additional 5,000 troops and 5,000 police officers to assist flood-hit Valencia, marking the largest peacetime emergency response in the country’s history. Despite 4,800 rescues and aid for 30,000 people, Sanchez admitted “this is not enough” as citizens remain trapped. Criticism is mounting over response speed and lack of weather warnings, while ongoing severe weather has prompted fresh alerts for northern and southern Spain, as well as the Balearic Islands. Underwater teams, sniffer dogs, and drones are deployed to assist search efforts in submerged areas.

Kim Jong Un’s growing ties with Vladimir Putin are straining China's control over North Korea. Beijing, historically North Korea's top ally and economic supporter, is concerned about Kim's increasing support for Russia, including sending artillery and soldiers to aid in Ukraine. The Russia-North Korea alliance, strengthened by a new security pact, risks unsettling China's influence in East Asia. Analysts say Kim's pursuit of an alternative ally could undermine China's regional power and prompt South Korea to consider nuclear defenses. This development raises Beijing's fears of heightened tensions and instability along its northeastern border with North Korea.

India gained the upper hand against New Zealand on Day 2 of the final Test at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. Fifties from Shubman Gill (90) and Rishabh Pant (60) helped India establish a slender 28-run lead after the hosts were dismissed for 263. India's bowlers then seized control, reducing New Zealand to 171/9 by stumps. Ravindra Jadeja led with four wickets, while Ravichandran Ashwin contributed three, including a brilliant catch to dismiss Daryll Mitchell. With New Zealand on the ropes, India looks poised to press its advantage and conclude the series in style.

India summoned a Canadian diplomat following claims by Canada's Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison that Home Minister Amit Shah had ordered the targeting of Khalistani extremists. India called the allegations "absurd and baseless" and conveyed its protest through a diplomatic note. The Ministry of External Affairs also criticized Canada's recent "adversary" labeling of India in its National Cyber Threat Assessment, calling it an "attack" without evidence. This follows strained relations over Canadian claims regarding the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India's Foreign Ministry warned these "irresponsible actions" could have serious consequences on India-Canada ties.

An ammunition cartridge was discovered in the seat pocket of an Air India flight (AI916) from Dubai to Delhi, prompting immediate security protocols. The flight arrived safely at New Delhi Airport on October 27, with all passengers disembarking without incident, according to an Air India spokesperson. The airline quickly lodged a complaint with Airport Police, adhering to strict security measures. This incident follows a recent hoax bomb threat on an Air India flight at Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport. Authorities are tightening regulations, considering harsher penalties for such threats. Investigations are ongoing to identify the source of the ammunition.

India has summoned a representative of the Canadian High Commission to express strong protest over allegations made against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a diplomatic note to the Canadian representative, condemning the "absurd and baseless references" made by Canadian Deputy Minister David Morrison during the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security proceedings in Ottawa on October 29. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India protests in the strongest terms, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. This development reflects ongoing tensions between India and Canada, particularly since Canada's allegations regarding India's involvement in the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has died at the age of 63, her agent confirmed. Godley passed away on November 2 at the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow, surrounded by her loved ones. She had announced last month that she was receiving end-of-life care for terminal cancer. Godley gained widespread recognition for her humorous dubbed imitations of Nicola Sturgeon's COVID-19 news briefings during the pandemic. Her death was met with tributes from fans and fellow comedians, celebrating her unique talent and contribution to Scottish comedy.

Japan experienced its hottest October on record since 1898, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The national average temperature surged 2.21°C above typical October levels. Regional temperature increases varied, with northern Japan rising 1.9°C, eastern and western Japan increasing 2.6°C. Notably, cities like Kyoto, Nagano, and central Tokyo saw significant temperature hikes of 3.2°C, 3.1°C, and 2.6°C respectively. This record-breaking heatwave underscores concerns about climate change's impact on Japan's weather patterns. 

North Korea's dictator Kim Jong-un has dispatched a trusted special forces general, Kim Yong Bok, to Russia to lead Pyongyang's troops in Ukraine, according to Kyiv's intelligence. General Kim, deputy head of the North Korean army and a veteran of the Storm Corps special forces, is often seen alongside Kim Jong-un. Ukraine's statement to the UN identified Gen Kim as the highest-ranking North Korean officer sent to Russia ahead of its expected entry into the war. This military alliance between Moscow and Pyongyang is deemed a "threat to Europe, the Korean peninsula, its neighbours and beyond".

Hezbollah launched rockets at an Israeli intelligence base near Tel Aviv and other areas in northern Israel early Saturday, the Iran-backed group announced. The 2:30 AM attack targeted the Glilot base of Israel's 8200 military intelligence unit, as well as the city of Safed, according to Hezbollah's statement. This escalation is the latest in a year-long exchange of cross-border fire between Hezbollah and Israel, sparked by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Tensions intensified on September 23 when Israel ramped up the conflict. The region teeters on the brink of all-out war as displaced persons flee southern Lebanon.