At least 10 people were killed by Israeli artillery at a food distribution center in Jabalia refugee camp, northern Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive. The UNRWA confirmed the incident, stating that the shells hit while people gathered for food handouts. Israel's military said it was investigating, emphasizing that its operations target “terror cells” in the area. Thousands of civilians remain trapped in northern Gaza, as humanitarian services, including food and water supplies, have been cut off. Over 42,280 people have died in Gaza since the conflict began.

In a chilling court confession, Sara Sharif's father, Urfan Sharif, told police, "I've killed my daughter," after fleeing to Pakistan. He claimed he "legally punished" 10-year-old Sara, leading to her death. Sara’s body, discovered in her Woking home in August 2023, showed signs of weeks of brutal abuse, including broken bones, burns, and bite marks. A note left by Sharif stated, "I lost it… my intention was not to kill her." Sharif, alongside Sara’s stepmother, Beinash Batool, and uncle, Faisal Malik, is on trial for murder. All three deny the charges.

India and Canada have expelled top diplomats, escalating tensions after Canada accused Indian agents of involvement in criminal activities, including the June 2023 murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canada claims India’s agents targeted pro-Khalistan supporters, leading to strained diplomatic relations. India rejected the allegations as “preposterous” and retaliated by expelling six Canadian diplomats. Both nations have called for investigations, but ties remain fraught. This diplomatic fallout follows months of tension and visa suspensions between the two countries.

The UK is set for a brief spell of autumn warmth, with temperatures reaching up to 22C by midweek, particularly in eastern England. Forecasters expect southerly winds to bring warm air but also rain, especially in western areas. Thunderstorms may hit parts of the country on Tuesday, while heavy rain and strong winds are expected in the north by the weekend. The Met Office predicts unsettled weather to return, with gale-force gusts affecting Scotland and Northern Ireland. The warmth is expected to fade by the end of the week.

NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft has launched from Florida aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, beginning its 5.5-year journey to Jupiter’s moon Europa. Set to reach orbit in 2030, the mission will investigate whether Europa's subsurface ocean, hidden beneath an icy shell, could support life. Europa Clipper will conduct 49 close flybys to measure the ocean's depth and map the surface. Weighing 6,000 kg and equipped with solar arrays, the probe is designed to withstand Jupiter’s intense radiation while gathering data to help understand potential habitability beyond Earth.

India has withdrawn its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, and expelled six Canadian diplomats in response to accusations linking Indian officials to the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canada-based separatist leader. The Ministry of External Affairs strongly rejected these allegations, calling them "preposterous imputations" and accusing the Canadian government of using the situation for political gain. Canada has yet to provide concrete evidence regarding the claims. India expressed concerns over extremism and violence against Indian diplomats, warning of further retaliatory actions.

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called on the European Union to suspend its free trade agreement with Israel due to its actions in Gaza and Lebanon. Both Spain and Ireland have advocated for months to review the EU-Israel Association Agreement, citing possible human rights violations. Ireland's Foreign Minister Micheal Martin accused Israel of attempting to remove UN peacekeepers to act freely in Lebanon. Martin emphasized the need for international oversight, stating that Israel’s actions undermine the UN and international law. UNIFIL troops have reportedly faced multiple attacks from Israel in recent days.    

Israel escalated its conflict with Hezbollah, killing 18 people in a strike on the Christian-majority town of Aitou in northern Lebanon. This is the first major strike outside of Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Lebanon. Israel has also ordered the evacuation of residents in 25 southern Lebanese villages as it intensifies military operations against Hezbollah. The conflict, which resumed last year, continues to escalate, involving extensive Hezbollah tunnel networks. The United Nations peacekeeping forces (UNIFIL) have reported multiple attacks on their bases by Israeli forces, raising concerns about violations of international law.

India's Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Canadian envoy on Monday after receiving diplomatic communication from Canada declaring the Indian High Commissioner and other diplomats as 'persons of interest' in a Canadian investigation. Relations between the two nations remain tense following Canada's allegations linking India to the murder of a Khalistani separatist. India strongly denied the accusations, calling it part of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s political agenda. With Canadian High Commissioner Cameron MacKay absent, chargé d'affaires Stewart Wheeler appeared for the diplomatic meeting.

Sergei Skripal, the former Russian double agent who survived a Novichok poisoning in 2018, has blamed Russian President Vladimir Putin for ordering the attack. Skripal, who sold Russian secrets to Britain, made the accusation during an inquiry into the death of Dawn Sturgess, an unwitting victim of the nerve agent. In his statement, Skripal claimed that Putin is "very interested in poison" and enjoys reading books about it. While Skripal offered no concrete evidence, he said he believes Putin must have given permission for the attack. Three Russian intelligence officers have been charged in the case but remain at large.