Ukraine will require at least $120 billion next year to continue resisting Russian aggression, and the same amount will be necessary even if the war ends, said Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.

Currently, Ukraine spends nearly one-third of its GDP on defense and relies heavily on tens of billions in Western aid to sustain its economy. Shmyhal warned:
“If we fall behind in defense spending, Ukraine risks losing more territory to Russia.”

He urged that frozen Russian assets in the West be confiscated to fund Ukraine’s defense needs. Moscow responded sharply, calling any such move “outright theft” with “serious consequences.”

Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested using frozen Russian assets as collateral for a “reparations loan” to Ukraine, though clarified that the EU’s 27 member states would not directly seize the funds.

At least 47 Palestinians have been killed and 205 injured in the past 24 hours in Gaza, according to local reports.
Since the start of the mass killings, the death toll has risen to at least 64,803. In addition, seven more people died of starvation in the last day. Many victims remain trapped under rubble or lying on the streets, beyond the reach of rescue workers.
Meanwhile, five Palestinians were shot dead and more than 26 wounded by Israeli forces while attempting to collect humanitarian aid. The number of Palestinians killed in aid-related incidents has now reached 2,484, with 18,117 injured.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally advanced a contentious plan to expand settlements in the occupied West Bank, effectively undermining the possibility of a future Palestinian state.

On Thursday, Netanyahu signed an agreement paving the way for construction of 3,400 new settlement units, a move that would sever East Jerusalem from large portions of the West Bank while linking existing Israeli settlements.

“We are fulfilling our promise—there will be no Palestinian state. This land is ours,” Netanyahu declared, vowing to double the population of the planned settlement area.

International observers warn the move could deepen Israel’s isolation, especially as several Western nations have recently announced plans to recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly.

The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza continues to worsen, with Israeli airstrikes and starvation claiming more lives.

In the past 24 hours, 72 Palestinians were killed in Israeli bombings, while seven others—including a child—died of hunger, bringing the total death toll to 64,718, according to Gaza’s health ministry.

Hospitals reported 356 new injuries within a day, while many victims remain trapped under rubble. Rescue efforts are being hampered by relentless bombardment.

Meanwhile, Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians queuing for aid distribution, killing nine and injuring at least 87 more. Since May 27, at least 2,465 people have been killed and 17,948 wounded while trying to access humanitarian relief.

Israeli airstrikes on Yemen’s capital Sana’a and Al-Jawf province have left at least 35 people dead and 131 injured, according to Yemen’s health ministry. Officials fear the death toll could rise as many remain trapped under rubble.

The strikes damaged residential buildings in Sana’a’s Al-Tahrir area, a medical center, and a government compound in Al-Hazm. Rescue workers are battling flames and attempting to pull survivors from the debris.

Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree said surface-to-air missiles were used to repel the attacks, forcing several Israeli aircraft to retreat before deploying their weapons. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the strikes were retaliation for Houthi drone attacks on Ramon Airport.

At least 72 more Palestinians were killed in Gaza within the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll from Israeli attacks to over 64,600.
In western Gaza City, Israeli shelling struck tents of displaced families, killing at least 15 people from two families. In Sheikh Radwan, one person was killed when troops opened fire on a gathering of Palestinians. Airstrikes also targeted an apartment in Bureij refugee camp, while a drone attack killed a child in Deir al-Balah. Anadolu reported that the relentless bombardment has reduced Gaza to rubble, with residents facing catastrophic hunger.

The Israeli military has confirmed that, with intelligence support from Shin Bet, its air force carried out an assassination attempt targeting top Hamas leaders in Qatar’s capital.

According to Israel, the leaders in question have overseen Hamas operations for years. The military stated that such actions will continue as part of its pledge to “defeat Hamas.”

This strike comes days after IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi warned that Hamas leaders abroad would be targeted. Just hours later, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced Israel’s acceptance of a U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal.

Qatar condemned the attack as “a cowardly act.” The White House has yet to issue a statement.

The armed wing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Al-Quds Brigades, said it launched two rockets at Israel’s Netivot settlement on September 7 in retaliation for ongoing attacks in Gaza. Israel confirmed the strikes, claiming one rocket was intercepted while another landed in an open area. Sirens were triggered across nearby regions. The attack followed one of the deadliest Israeli assaults in days, leaving 83 Palestinians killed within 48 hours. Since October 2023, Gaza’s health ministry reports over 64,000 deaths.

A Yemeni drone strike targeted Ramon Airport in Israel’s southern city of Eilat, according to reports citing Israeli media. The drone hit the airport’s passenger terminal, leading to the suspension of all flights and causing panic among Israelis. Social media images showed smoke rising from the site, while some Israeli sources reported at least two injuries. Fire service teams were deployed to the scene. Yemeni authorities have not yet issued any statement regarding the attack.

Technology giant Microsoft has reported internet disruptions following multiple submarine cable cuts in the Red Sea affecting the Middle East and South Asia. Azure cloud services experienced slowdowns, though general internet traffic remained mostly unaffected. NetBlocks confirmed connectivity issues in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, UAE, and India, causing reduced speeds and occasional disconnections. Pakistan Telecommunications warned users of potential peak-hour slowdowns while international partners work on solutions. The incident began on September 6 at 5:45 AM GMT.

At least two people were killed and 13 others injured in overnight Russian drone strikes on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital. A child and a young woman are among the casualties. Fires broke out in several multi-story residential buildings in eastern and western Kyiv after drones crashed. Officials reported that a pregnant woman and two others were hospitalized. Kyiv authorities condemned the attacks as deliberate targeting of civilians. The strikes are seen as a warning from President Putin to Western nations supporting Ukraine.

The Israeli military has ordered Gaza City residents to evacuate south, warning of upcoming attacks. Shortly after, Israeli forces struck a high-rise building, claiming it was used by Hamas for intelligence operations, though no evidence was provided. Israel described Khan Younis as a “humanitarian zone” offering aid and shelter. Hamas denied Israel’s claims, insisting the building housed displaced civilians. The offensive, backed by Prime Minister Netanyahu, raises fears of renewed mass displacement in Gaza, once home to nearly one million people.

Israeli forces killed 67 Palestinians across Gaza on Saturday in fresh airstrikes, bringing the death toll to 64,435 since the offensive began. Over 162,367 have been injured.

A 15-story tower block in Gaza City, alleged by Israel to be a Hamas stronghold, was bombed and destroyed — located opposite the UNRWA headquarters. Civilians continue to receive evacuation orders, but strikes often follow without notice.

Ground troops are also conducting operations. Thousands remain trapped under rubble as bombardments intensify. Israel’s Defense Minister shared footage on X of a Gaza high-rise collapsing, writing: “We continue.”

Israeli forces say they now control about 40% of Gaza City, including Jaitun and Sheikh Radwan. Heavy ground and air assaults have left at least 53 Palestinians dead in one day, most of them civilians. Gaza officials warn no area is safe, even in designated “humanitarian zones.” Since October 7, 2023, over 63,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks. U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Jeff Merkley accuse Israel’s government of ethnic cleansing in Gaza and the West Bank.

Senior Hamas leader Osama Hamdan said U.S. President Trump’s recent suggestion to end the Gaza conflict through Israeli prisoner release is “just an idea, not a real proposal.” Hamas seeks a clear political plan with practical steps, including full Israeli troop withdrawal, Palestinian prisoner release, lifting of the blockade, border openings, and reconstruction. Hamdan urged Trump to pressure Israel and Netanyahu, noting international opinion is increasingly siding with Palestinians. He emphasized Palestinians will never surrender.