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Israel under pressure from allies over Gaza war

Key allies are pressuring Israel over its war in Gaza, with the United States criticizing its bomb attacks as "indiscriminate". The UN General Assembly demanded an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. Leaders from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand called for a ceasefire, voicing concerns over civilian suffering. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and infrastructure destruction. - Khabristan.PK

UN climate talks open in oil-rich UAE with pressure for urgent action

The United Nations climate conference commenced in Dubai, urging nations to expedite reductions in planet-warming emissions and phase out fossil fuels. The event takes place in the oil-rich United Arab Emirates, generating skepticism about its suitability as a host for the talks. Spanning two weeks in a vast exhibition venue, the negotiations come at a critical juncture, with global emissions still on the rise and the UN anticipating this year to be the hottest in human history.

UK Inflation Falls Sharply, Relieving Pressure on PM Sunak

UK inflation fell more than expected in October, easing a cost-of-living crisis and relieving pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The Consumer Prices Index hit a two-year low at 4.6 percent, dipping under Sunak's five-percent target. CPI inflation slowed more than forecast and reached 6.7 percent in September. Sunak stated that official figures confirm they have halved inflation, but acknowledged that many people are still struggling.