At the Dubai Airshow 2025, an Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed on Friday, while Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder emerged as a major attraction, earning global praise and renewed export interest. Pakistan announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding with a friendly nation for the sale of JF-17 aircraft, though details of the deal remain undisclosed. Officials confirmed that several other countries have shown strong interest in purchasing the aircraft, reflecting growing confidence in Pakistan’s aerospace industry. The JF-17 Block-3 variant, featuring advanced avionics, enhanced radar, and electronic warfare systems, was showcased prominently. Pakistan Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu held high-level meetings with UAE defense leaders to discuss training, aerospace cooperation, and joint operations. The UAE military leadership commended Pakistan’s professionalism and innovation, agreeing to strengthen long-term strategic collaboration. The JF-17, jointly developed by Pakistan and China, continues to bolster Pakistan’s defense export potential and international reputation.

A Tejas fighter jet, developed under India’s indigenous defense program, crashed during the Dubai Airshow, sparking renewed scrutiny over the safety and cost-effectiveness of the project. The aircraft, jointly developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Aeronautical Development Agency, is a flagship of the 'Make in India' initiative. India had earlier signed a $6.5 billion deal in 2021 for 83 Tejas Mk-1A jets, with each priced around $43 million. However, a new 2025 order for 97 additional jets is valued at $7.8 billion, raising the per-unit cost to nearly $80 million due to inflation, technical upgrades, and higher production costs. HAL has been aggressively marketing the Tejas for export, estimating a potential price of $43 million per unit internationally. Analysts warn that the Dubai crash could dampen foreign interest and force India to address both safety and financial concerns as it pursues defense modernization and export ambitions.

Ukraine is under mounting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to accept a proposed peace plan aimed at ending the ongoing war with Russia. According to Reuters, Trump has given Kyiv a one-week deadline to agree to the plan, warning that failure to comply could result in the suspension of U.S. intelligence sharing and weapons supplies. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged the difficult position his country faces, saying Ukraine must choose between preserving its dignity and independence or risking the loss of vital American support. Trump told reporters that the war must end before winter and that Zelensky has limited options. In a national address, Zelensky vowed to defend Ukraine’s sovereignty and honor, emphasizing that the country would not compromise its core values even under external pressure.

The United Nations and the United States have expressed deep condolences and solidarity with the victims of a 5.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Dhaka and surrounding districts on Friday morning. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the quake occurred at 10:38 a.m., with its epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi, about 13 kilometers east of the Agargaon weather office in Dhaka. The U.S. Geological Survey later reported the epicenter to be 14 kilometers west-southwest of Narsingdi at a depth of 10 kilometers. The tremor resulted in at least six deaths and numerous injuries. The UN office in Bangladesh stated that it is closely monitoring the situation, while the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka issued a separate message offering sympathy to those affected. Emergency services and local authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and providing assistance to the injured and displaced residents.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed readiness to work under a US-backed 28-point plan aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. His office confirmed receiving a draft of the proposal and said Zelensky will soon discuss it with US President Donald Trump. The plan, reportedly crafted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff, may require Ukraine to cede control of parts of eastern territories to Russia in exchange for long-term security guarantees from the United States. While the White House has described the plan as fair to both sides, several European allies, including France and Poland, have voiced concern that it could favor Moscow’s interests. EU foreign ministers emphasized that any peace must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and not amount to surrender. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the notion of ongoing negotiations, saying only limited information exchanges are taking place. With Ukrainian forces retreating in the east, Zelensky faces growing pressure to consider diplomatic options.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has presented a 28-point proposal aimed at ending the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war. The plan emphasizes Ukraine’s sovereignty, a non-aggression pact among Russia, Ukraine, and Europe, and a freeze on NATO expansion. It proposes U.S.-mediated Russia–NATO dialogue to reduce tensions, security guarantees for Ukraine, and restrictions on its military size. Ukraine would pledge not to join NATO, while NATO would commit not to offer membership. The plan includes recognition of Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk as Russian territories, gradual lifting of sanctions, and reintegration of Russia into the global economy, including a return to the G8. It also outlines joint U.S.–Russia reconstruction projects, nuclear arms control extensions, and humanitarian exchanges. A 100-day Ukrainian election, general amnesty, and a Trump-led ‘Peace Council’ to oversee implementation are also proposed. The plan has sparked global debate over its feasibility and fairness.

UNICEF has reported that deadly violence against children continues in Gaza even after the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect on October 10. According to spokesperson Ricardo Pires, at least 67 Palestinian children have been killed and many more injured since the truce began, averaging nearly two child deaths per day. He emphasized that Gaza remains one of the most dangerous places in the world for children, with ongoing threats from violence, explosive remnants, and insecurity. Save the Children also released data showing that last year saw a record 12,000 children killed or injured in global conflicts, the highest since 2006 and 42% higher than in 2020. UNICEF warns that children in Gaza face severe shortages of healthcare, clean water, shelter, and education, while sporadic clashes continue to worsen the humanitarian crisis despite the ceasefire.

An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerial display at the Dubai Airshow on Friday, killing the pilot. Videos circulating online showed the aircraft hitting the ground and exploding, sending thick black smoke into the sky. The Dubai Media Office confirmed the incident, stating that emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene. The crash occurred shortly after 2 p.m. local time. The Indian Air Force expressed deep sorrow over the loss and announced the formation of a court of inquiry to determine the cause of the accident. Eyewitnesses reported that the aircraft appeared to lose altitude rapidly before impact, leaving the pilot no time to eject. The Dubai Airshow, one of the world’s largest aviation events, was concluding on Friday, with around 150,000 visitors expected to attend over its duration. The tragic crash cast a shadow over the event’s final day.

Israeli forces have reportedly advanced further inside Gaza City, breaching the ceasefire agreement by expanding the so-called 'Yellow Line' boundary by about 300 meters, according to Gaza’s Government Media Office. The move has trapped numerous Palestinian families in areas such as Ash-Shaf, An-Najjaz, and Baghdad Street amid ongoing tank movements. Local sources said Israeli air and artillery strikes continued near Khan Younis on Friday, killing one Palestinian and injuring several others. Earlier airstrikes on Wednesday left at least 25 Palestinians dead. Gaza authorities claim over 400 ceasefire violations have occurred since the truce began, resulting in more than 300 deaths and hundreds of injuries. They urged the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey—guarantors of the ceasefire—to intervene and ensure humanitarian aid access. International human rights groups, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have described Israel’s actions in Gaza as amounting to genocide, with over 69,000 killed and 170,000 injured since October 2023.

The United Nations has voiced deep concern over the ongoing exploitation and fraudulent recruitment of Bangladeshi migrant workers in Malaysia. In a statement issued from Geneva on November 21, UN human rights experts said that thousands of workers recruited through Bangladesh Overseas Employment and Services (BOESL) have paid more than five times the official recruitment fees, only to find themselves trapped or at risk of severe exploitation. The experts highlighted reports of employers confiscating workers’ passports, providing false job promises, and serious inconsistencies between contracts and actual employment conditions. They also noted the unauthorized disclosure of workers’ personal data and the lack of assistance from responsible government agencies. The UN urged both Bangladesh and Malaysia to take immediate action, including ensuring pre-departure training on workers’ rights, establishing effective complaint mechanisms, and holding fraudulent recruiters accountable.

Russia has strongly condemned the joint US-Israel airstrike on Iran’s nuclear facilities in June, calling it a violation of international norms and a threat to regional stability. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova reiterated Moscow’s commitment to a political and diplomatic resolution of Iran’s nuclear issue, emphasizing that any military action against facilities under the International Atomic Energy Agency’s supervision is unacceptable. She warned that such attacks undermine the global non-proliferation regime and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Zakharova also said that while some foreign powers seek to destabilize Iran internally, Tehran remains committed to dialogue to protect its national interests. She stressed that Iran must receive firm guarantees that its nuclear sites will not be targeted again and urged Western nations to abandon the language of sanctions and threats, returning instead to diplomacy. The statement follows recent talks between Russian and Iranian foreign ministers on the matter.

At least 16 people were killed and more than 24 injured when a passenger bus lost control and plunged from a bridge into a river in Cambodia’s central Kampong Thom province early Thursday morning. Police said the bus, carrying 37 passengers from Oddar Meanchey province to the capital Phnom Penh, fell into a canal around 3 a.m. The vehicle had stopped in Siem Reap, a major tourist hub, to pick up passengers before the crash. Authorities suspect one of the two alternating drivers may have fallen asleep at the wheel. Cambodia’s Interior Minister Sar Sokha shared images of the rescue operation showing a crane lifting the half-submerged bus. The death toll initially stood at 13 but rose to 16 after the recovery operation concluded. All victims were Cambodian nationals. Injured passengers were admitted to Kampong Thom Provincial Hospital, while the bodies of the deceased were handed over to their families. Road safety data show nearly 700 people died in traffic accidents in Cambodia during the first half of 2025, slightly down from 800 in the same period last year.

On Universal Children’s Day, the Palestinian resistance group Hamas issued a statement asserting that Palestinian children are being deprived of rights recognized under various United Nations conventions. The group criticized Israel’s ongoing military operations in Gaza, claiming they have destroyed essential life foundations such as food, medicine, clean water, healthcare, education, and psychological support. Hamas described these actions as violations of international conventions, humanitarian values, and UN resolutions that guarantee children’s rights. The organization called for international prosecution of Israeli leaders for alleged crimes against children and appealed for global recognition of Palestinian children’s rights to protection and justice, equal to those of children worldwide. The statement comes amid intensified Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, which have reportedly resulted in dozens of civilian deaths.

At least 33 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza within a single day, despite an ongoing ceasefire brokered by the United States. The Guardian reported that Israeli forces targeted several areas, including Gaza City and Khan Younis, violating the truce agreed on October 10. Hamas condemned the attacks, urging Washington to restrain Israel and warning that continued aggression could worsen the humanitarian crisis. In the occupied West Bank, Israeli operations also caused casualties and forced displacements, with Hamas claiming that 32,000 Palestinians have been driven from their homes this year. Israeli forces said they seized a rocket launcher and weapons cache near the “Yellow Line” area. Gaza’s media office accused Israel of expanding its military zone by 300 meters, calling it another breach of the ceasefire. Qatar denounced the attacks, warning that such actions could collapse the fragile truce and urging international efforts to maintain peace.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused the Israeli military of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity by forcibly displacing about 32,000 Palestinians from the Jenin, Tulkarem, and Nur Shams refugee camps in the occupied West Bank earlier this year. In a 105-page report, HRW said the operations, which began in January, were carried out without regard for international legal protections and left more than 850 homes destroyed or severely damaged. The rights group said Israel failed to justify the mass displacement on military grounds and did not allow residents to return. HRW called for investigations into senior Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and urged sanctions and an arms embargo. The Israeli army defended its actions as necessary to counter armed groups allegedly using the camps as operational bases. The report comes amid escalating violence in the West Bank and Gaza, where Israel’s ongoing war has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians since October 2023.