US President Donald Trump has warned Hamas to accept his 20-point Gaza peace plan by Sunday 6 p.m. Washington time or face dire consequences. Trump said Hamas must release all Israeli hostages and stop fighting immediately. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has already accepted the plan. In a strong warning, Trump declared, “All hell, like no one has ever seen before, will break out against Hamas” if they refuse. The proposal includes a ceasefire, phased Israeli withdrawal, prisoner exchanges, and a new Gaza governing board. Hamas is reviewing the plan while facing regional and international pressure. (PC: X)

Israel has deported four Italian citizens after intercepting boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza. Israeli authorities detained over 470 people, with more deportations underway. The flotilla, which sailed from Spain and Tunisia, was blocked 42–70 nautical miles from Gaza, in international waters. Israel called the actions a "provocation" and cited a naval blockade, while the flotilla described the interceptions as illegal. Some activists faced water cannon attacks. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was on one boat. The flotilla sparked global protests, including a strike in Italy, demanding the safety and release of all participants. (PC: BBC)

Police in London and Manchester have urged organisers to delay or cancel pro-Palestinian and Palestine Action protests after Thursday’s synagogue terror attack in Crumpsall, Manchester, which killed two Jewish men, Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66. The Metropolitan Police said resources are stretched as they must protect Jewish communities while preparing for a Trafalgar Square protest against the Palestine Action ban. Greater Manchester Police echoed the call, warning protests could add trauma. Organisers vowed to proceed. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood called the protests “dishonourable,” urging restraint. Forty people were arrested in London, six for assaults on officers. (PC: Sky News)

US President Donald Trump has given Hamas until Sunday to accept a 20-point peace plan for Gaza. He warned that if the group refuses, "all hell" will break out. The plan, agreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calls for an immediate ceasefire and the release of 20 living Israeli hostages, along with the remains of others, in exchange for hundreds of detained Gazans. It also excludes Hamas from governing Gaza but leaves open the possibility of a future Palestinian state. Mediators are pressing Hamas, but leaders in Gaza appear ready to reject the deal. (PC: BBC)

India has condemned Pakistan’s crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) that killed at least 10 people and injured many. The protests erupted after civil groups under the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee demanded an end to elite privileges and scrapping of reserved assembly seats. Pakistan imposed a total communications blackout, shutting internet, phones, and schools since September 28, and deployed extra forces. India’s foreign ministry called the deaths “horrific human rights violations” and said Pakistan must be held accountable. Rights groups in Pakistan also condemned the excessive force, urging meaningful dialogue with the region’s people. (PC: HT)

Nasa has announced it is “closed” after the US entered a government shutdown on October 1, 2025. The shutdown began when Congress failed to pass a budget, forcing thousands of federal workers, including Nasa staff, to be furloughed. Most Nasa activities, from space research to public outreach, are now paused. Day-to-day communication and social media updates have stopped. Only critical work, such as monitoring astronauts aboard the International Space Station, spacecraft operations, and asteroid tracking, continues. The shutdown may delay projects like the Artemis Moon mission. Nasa contractors and research partners also face disruptions if the deadlock continues. (PC: India Today)

Islamabad has denied supporting Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, despite the US President claiming Pakistan was “100 per cent” behind it. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told parliament that the plan announced in Washington was different from the draft proposed by Muslim-majority nations. The Trump proposal demands Hamas disarm, places Gaza under a “Board of Peace” chaired by Trump, and leaves Palestinian statehood unclear. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif initially welcomed the plan but faced heavy criticism at home. Critics called the move a “surrender,” accusing Pakistan of ignoring Palestinian rights and backing a US-Israel-centered solution. (PC: NDTV)

The Madras High Court sharply criticised Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leaders over the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. The court said party chief Vijay fled the scene and showed no remorse. Justice Senthilkumar called it a “massive man-made disaster” and questioned both police and organisers for their failures. The court ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by senior IPS officer Asra Garg to probe the tragedy. It also reserved orders on the bail pleas of TVK leaders Bussy Anand and CTR Nirmal Kumar. The state was accused of showing leniency towards Vijay despite public outrage. (PC: India Today)

Greater Manchester Police Confirmed That One Of The 2 Jewish Men Killed In The Manchester Synagogue Attack On Yom Kippur Was Struck By Police Gunfire As Officers Shot The Attacker. The Victims Were Named As Adrian Daulby, 53, And Melvin Cravitz, 66. Police Said 3 People Remain In Hospital, Including One With A Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound. The Attacker, Identified As Jihad Al-Shamie, Drove Into People Before Stabbing Them. His Family Expressed “Deep Shock And Sorrow” And Condemned The Attack. Three Others Were Arrested. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Visited The Synagogue, Pledging Safety For The Jewish Community. (PC: BBC)

Greater Manchester Police in the UK said one of the victims in Thursday’s synagogue attack may have been shot by officers by mistake. Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson confirmed advice from medical experts suggests the man’s wound was caused by a police bullet. He said the suspect, Jihad al Shamie, had no firearm, and only GMP officers fired shots to stop him. Another victim in hospital also has a gunshot wound but is not in danger. Both victims were near the synagogue door. Sir Stephen called the death a “tragic and unforeseen consequence” and offered condolences to families and the UK Jewish community. (PC: Reuters, @gmpolice/X)