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Iran has introduced a paid 'Internet Pro' service granting limited internet access to select professional groups, while most of the population remains offline during one of the longest internet shutdowns in the country's history. The move raises concerns about inequality, economic damage, and tightened control of dissent, as reports on the duration and impact of the blackout vary.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung condemned Israel's interception and detention of two Korean activists bound for Gaza, calling the actions 'way out of line' and raising the possibility of joining countries that would arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under an ICC warrant. Reports differ on Lee's rhetoric and the broader implications for Seoul-Jerusalem relations.
The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was held in Cairo, placing defending champions Ivory Coast in Group C and hosts Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in groups with automatic qualification. The tournament, set for June-July 2027, will be the first in East Africa in 51 years, with 48 teams competing for 24 spots.
The International Criminal Court has opened hearings against Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, a former Libyan prison commander accused of overseeing widespread abuses at Mitiga prison. He faces 17 counts of crimes against humanity and war crimes, marking the first ICC prosecution in its Libya investigation.
Israeli naval commandos boarded a Gaza-bound flotilla on Monday, detaining activists and seizing vessels, with the Foreign Ministry linking the convoy to Hamas and President Trump's peace plan. Israeli activists launched a counter-flotilla, calling the mission a 'terror flotilla.' The operation follows earlier warnings and comes amid ongoing tensions over Gaza's blockade.
A humanitarian land convoy from Libya to Gaza, organized by the Global Sumud Flotilla, has stalled in Sirte after negotiations with Libyan authorities broke down and ten activists were detained. Reports indicate the convoy was later dissolved, with organizers citing bureaucratic obstruction and security concerns.
Libya's two rival militaries have participated together in Turkey's Efes 2026 exercises for the first time, while the Libyan National Army in the east conducts its largest-ever military exercise. The parallel developments signal shifting alliances and increasing international engagement as the country remains divided between two governments.
Reports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.
Hamas has confirmed the death of Izz al-Din al-Haddad, head of its armed wing, in an Israeli strike on Gaza. The attack killed seven people, including three women and a child, and wounded dozens more. Israeli officials said they targeted al-Haddad for his role in the October 7 attacks.
A new humanitarian aid convoy, named "Resilience 2" (or "Soumoud 2"), has set off from Zawiya, Libya, aiming to deliver supplies to Gaza via Egypt's Rafah crossing. The convoy includes medical volunteers, engineers, and activists from 30 countries, carrying 50 containers of aid, mobile housing units, and ambulances. Organizers express readiness, though previous land convoys have faced challenges reaching Gaza.
The UK and 45 other Council of Europe members have signed a political declaration endorsing the use of third-country hubs for rejected asylum seekers. The move has sparked criticism from human rights groups and legal experts who fear it weakens protections under the European Convention on Human Rights.
At the KazanForum, Tatarstan head Rustam Minnikhanov highlighted the 20th anniversary of the Russia–Islamic World Strategic Vision Group and Kazan's role as cultural capital of the Islamic world. A Russian diplomat said the West's hybrid war has accelerated closer ties with Muslim countries. ICESCO's head was re-elected and praised Kazan's Islamic heritage.
At Shanghai Cooperation Organization meetings, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu said Russian forces are advancing along the entire engagement line in Ukraine and that the Kiev regime lacks political will for peace. He also called for preventing renewed conflict around Iran, welcomed a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire, and condemned Western freezes of nearly $590 billion in assets belonging to Russia and other states.
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu said Western countries have frozen approximately $590 billion in assets belonging to Russia and several other nations, and called on the West to release Afghan assets and fund post-conflict reconstruction. He also highlighted efforts by Afghan authorities against drug trafficking, noting a significant decline in opium poppy cultivation.
French prosecutors have requested a seven-year prison sentence for former president Nicolas Sarkozy in his appeal trial over alleged illegal funding from Muammar Gaddafi's Libya for his 2007 campaign. Sarkozy denies any wrongdoing, insisting no Libyan money was used. The court's decision, expected on 30 November, could shape his legacy and potentially send him back to prison.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has resumed its journey from Turkey to Gaza, with dozens of vessels sailing after Israeli forces intercepted an earlier attempt and detained key organizers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held security consultations, while activists report over 500 participants aiming to challenge the naval blockade.
Conflicting reports from OPEC and the IEA indicate OPEC+ oil production fell significantly short of targets in April 2026, with Russia and several Middle Eastern producers lagging while Kazakhstan exceeded its quota. The shortfall is attributed to regional conflict and ongoing voluntary cuts.
The European Union has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposal that former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder represent Europe in potential peace negotiations. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called the idea a “trap,” emphasizing that Russia should not choose Europe’s negotiator. Meanwhile, Russian officials and some German voices have defended the proposal, highlighting a stark divide over the path to dialogue.
Greek authorities conducted a controlled explosion of a naval drone found in a cave near the island of Lefkada, carrying an estimated 100kg of explosives. The drone is suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, possibly intended to target Russian shipping, but officials have stopped short of confirming its exact origins. The incident has sparked political debate over Greece's maritime security preparedness.
Libya’s largest operational oil refinery at Zawiya was shut down as a precautionary measure after fierce clashes between armed groups erupted nearby. The National Oil Corporation declared an emergency, evacuated staff, and assured fuel supplies continued normally. After two days, the refinery resumed full operations, according to reports from Al Jazeera.