Rawhi Mushtaha, the head of Hamas' government in Gaza, was eliminated in an Israeli airstrike alongside two other senior officials. Israeli Defense Forces and Israel Securities Authority confirmed that Mushtaha, along with Sameh al-Siraj and Sami Oudeh, were targeted in a precise strike while hiding in a fortified underground compound in northern Gaza. The compound served as a command center for Hamas leadership. Mushtaha was a key figure in Hamas’ operations and held several important portfolios, including civil governance and prisoners' affairs. Israel continues its strikes targeting Hamas amid escalating tensions with Iran.

Seven people were killed in Beirut following airstrikes near Lebanon’s parliament. The strikes, believed to be linked to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, caused widespread devastation. Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden stated he would oppose Israeli military action targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, stressing the importance of diplomatic measures to prevent further escalation. Biden’s stance has drawn international attention amid growing regional tensions. Israel continues its defense strategies, including the deployment of the Iron Dome. The situation remains volatile as diplomatic efforts continue to seek peaceful resolutions.

Indigenous communities in Brazil’s Amazon are facing severe health risks as record forest fires continue to devastate their protected lands. More than 62,000 square kilometers have burned this year, killing plants, animals, and causing severe respiratory issues. Raimundinha Rodrigues Da Sousa, leading a volunteer fire brigade, expressed concern: "These fires kill everything; next, it will be us." Most fires are linked to illegal activities such as logging and mining. With Brazil experiencing its worst drought ever, the fires are spreading rapidly, further threatening indigenous lives and worsening climate damage worldwide.

Dr. Mark Chavez has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine linked to Mathu Perry’s death in October 2023. During a Los Angeles court appearance, Chavez admitted supplying ketamine to Dr. Salvador Plasencia, who provided it to Perry through a fraudulent prescription. Perry died due to the anesthetic's acute effects and subsequent drowning. Chavez faces a maximum of 10 years in prison, with sentencing set for April 2, 2025. He has surrendered his medical license as part of the plea deal. Four others have also been charged in connection with Perry’s death.

Indian citizens in Israel are voicing their fears after Iran launched ballistic missiles targeting the country. The Indian embassy urged citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to local safety protocols. Nilabja Roychowdhary, a medical student from Kolkata, stated, “The situation is getting scarier by the day,” recalling a bomb dropping near a friend's home. Caregivers expressed concerns, with one stating, “We have not seen something as threatening as this ever.” Many are currently in bomb shelters, with the embassy reporting approximately 18,000 nationals in Israel, mostly caregivers and IT professionals, while monitoring the situation closely.

S Iswaran, Singapore's former transport minister of Indian origin, was sentenced to one year in prison after pleading guilty to five corruption charges. This sentence exceeds the prosecution's request of six to seven months, deemed "manifestly inadequate" by Justice Vincent Hoong. Iswaran is the first individual prosecuted under Section 165 in post-independent Singapore. The judge highlighted that the former minister's public service was a neutral factor, noting his lack of remorse. Despite mitigating factors like his early guilty plea, the repetitive nature of his offenses led to an increased level of culpability.

The Supreme Court has paused a Madras High Court order permitting police action against Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation, transferring the case to itself. This decision follows a plea from the Isha Foundation challenging the High Court's directive for the Tamil Nadu government to disclose criminal cases against the organization. During the hearing, the Supreme Court requested a status report, with the next hearing scheduled for October 18. The case originated from allegations by S. Kamaraj, who claimed his daughters were brainwashed and held at the foundation's ashram, though they reported living there willingly.

Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib claims that Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah had agreed to a ceasefire with Israel before he was killed in an Israeli airstrike last week in Beirut. According to Habib, Lebanon communicated the ceasefire decision to American and French representatives after consulting Hezbollah. Habib also claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed to the proposal. Nasrallah’s funeral is scheduled for Friday. While Hezbollah confirmed his death, they did not detail the exact cause, though reports suggest blunt trauma from the blast's force led to his demise.

In southeast Delhi's Kalindi Kunj, Dr. Javed Akhtar, a Unani practitioner, was shot dead by two juveniles posing as patients early Thursday. The minors arrived at Nima Hospital for treatment around 1 a.m., with one requesting a bandage for a toe injury. After their dressing, they entered Dr. Akhtar’s cabin, where a gunshot was heard. The doctor was found bleeding in his chair. Police are investigating the incident, which appears to be a targeted killing. CCTV footage is being analyzed for further clues. This incident raises concerns about the safety of doctors in India.

Former cricketer and Congress leader Mohammad Azharuddin has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) over allegations of misappropriating Rs 20 crore during his tenure as the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) president. The charges stem from criminal cases lodged by the Hyderabad Police in 2023, citing fund mismanagement for stadium infrastructure. A forensic audit revealed the diversion of funds between 2020-2023. Azharuddin denied the accusations, calling them politically motivated. Earlier, he was granted anticipatory bail, and ED searches uncovered documents and unaccounted cash in connection with the case.