US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met face-to-face Thursday at the APEC Summit in Busan, South Korea marking their first encounter in six years since the 2019 G20 Summit in Osaka. Trump expressed optimism about signing a trade deal, calling Xi a "tough negotiator" with whom he shares a "great relationship." Xi acknowledged differences between the nations are normal, stating China's development aligns with making "America great again." The bilateral meeting, attended by senior officials including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, addressed tariffs, fentanyl trafficking, and technology exports. Since January, escalating tariffs have reignited trade tensions, with discussions aimed at restoring economic stability between the world's largest economies.

Israel said on Wednesday that it was still committed to the Gaza ceasefire, even after overnight airstrikes killed at least 104 people. The strikes followed an attack in which Palestinian militants reportedly killed an Israeli soldier. Israel called it a “clear violation” of the truce and said it would respond to any breach. Gaza officials reported civilian deaths in Bureij, Gaza City, and Khan Younis. The US-brokered ceasefire began on October 10 after two years of war. President Donald Trump said the truce was “not at risk,” though Hamas denied breaking the agreement. (PC: X)

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet in Busan on Thursday after six years. The meeting, taking place during the APEC summit, comes amid renewed trade tensions. Talks are expected to focus on tariffs, rare-earth exports, and China’s plans to limit mineral sales. Trump said he may lower tariffs if China helps stop the export of chemicals used in fentanyl. The leaders may also discuss TikTok’s future in the US. Several trade agreements between the two countries expire next month, adding urgency to the talks. (PC: NDTV)

Pune racer Diana Pundole is set to make history as the first Indian woman to race a Ferrari in an international event. The 32-year-old will compete in the Ferrari Club Challenge Middle East from November to April, driving the Ferrari 296 Challenge car. She will race on top Formula One tracks in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Pundole, who began racing in 2018, earlier won the 2024 MRF Saloon Cars title. She hopes her journey inspires more women in Indian motorsport. Her entry is backed by Aligned Automation and Ferrari New Delhi. (PC: X)

Nvidia has become the first company ever to reach a market value of $5 trillion, driven by global demand for artificial intelligence chips. The milestone came just three months after it crossed $4 trillion, showing its rapid rise in the AI era. Nvidia’s success has made CEO Jensen Huang one of the world’s richest and most powerful tech leaders. The company’s new chip orders worth $500 billion and plans to build seven US supercomputers boosted investor confidence. Nvidia now surpasses the entire cryptocurrency market’s value and rivals the size of half of Europe’s Stoxx 600 index.

At least 104 Palestinians, including 46 children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Tuesday night, Gaza’s health ministry said. Israel said the strikes targeted “dozens of terror sites” after a Hamas attack killed an Israeli soldier in Rafah. Hamas denied involvement and accused Israel of breaking the ceasefire. Explosions were reported across Gaza City, Beit Lahia, and Khan Younis. Israel’s defence minister said Hamas “crossed a red line,” while Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered “forceful strikes.” US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire remains but added Israel should “hit back” when its troops are attacked. (PC: BBC)

In Rio de Janeiro, at least 64 people—including four police officers—were killed during a massive police operation targeting the Comando Vermelho drug gang. Around 2,500 officers, supported by helicopters, armored vehicles, and drones, stormed two major favelas in what authorities described as a “war against narcoterrorism.” The raid, the deadliest in Brazil’s history, turned neighborhoods into battle zones as gangs retaliated with drone explosives. Human rights groups and the UN condemned the operation’s brutality, warning that such militarized crackdowns risk worsening violence and civilian suffering.   

At least 81 people, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Tuesday night, hospital officials said. The attacks came after Israel accused Hamas of breaking the ceasefire by killing an Israeli soldier in Rafah. Hamas denied the claim, saying Israel violated the truce first. Hospitals in Gaza City, Khan Younis, and Deir al-Balah reported dozens of deaths and many critically injured. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes, while US President Donald Trump defended Israel’s response, saying it had the right to act. The US-brokered ceasefire now faces near-total collapse. (PC: Xinhua via IANS)

At least 33 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Tuesday night, the Hamas-run Civil Defence said. Israel said the strikes followed Hamas attacks that killed an Israeli soldier and violated the US-brokered ceasefire. Hamas denied any role, calling the strikes a “clear violation” of the deal. The attacks hit homes and schools in Gaza City, Bureij, and Khan Younis. US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire “remains in place” but added Israel had the right to “hit back.” Rescue teams in Gaza are still searching for missing people under the rubble. (PC: BBC)

Former US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his support for Israel, warning that if Hamas fails to uphold the fragile Gaza ceasefire, Israel has the “full right to respond.” Speaking amid renewed tensions, Trump said Hamas must cease all hostile activities and release the remains of Israeli hostages still held in Gaza. The truce, brokered by international mediators, remains on the verge of collapse after recent rocket exchanges and Israeli air alerts. Trump’s statement reflects Washington’s continued tilt toward Israel, even as global leaders urge restraint and renewed diplomatic engagement. (PC: WSJ)