Spain's parliament rejected a housing decree amid continuing public anger over housing. The rejection leaves the government's proposed housing measures blocked.

Trump plans to name Jay Clayton as AI czar during an AI summit, according to reports. The appointment would give Clayton a central role in the administration’s approach to artificial intelligence.

Middle East oil flows reached 92% of pre-war levels in late September, supported by escorted ships, shuttle tankers, and overland pipelines. Pipelines carried about 40% of regional crude, up from 17%, while Iranian exports fell near zero under a US naval blockade.

Israel’s Supreme Court reversed a ban preventing Arab parties from participating in elections. The ruling allows those parties to remain eligible for election participation.

Fighting in Yemen intensified, with 474 attacks in 24 hours killing or wounding 1,540 Houthi fighters. The reported scale shows increased combat and casualties.

Amazon will invest $1 billion in communities hosting data centers amid backlash to new developments. The investment comes as data center rollouts face community opposition.

A second rescue attempt failed, leaving the 3.5-metre shark Bukangi in a Busan canal for a third week. The net now confines Bukangi to a 100-metre stretch toward the sea, while warming waters may bring more shark sightings.

One Nation launched its Victorian election campaign in Melbourne and vowed to jail former premier Dan Andrews and Premier Jacinta Allan. The pledge signals a confrontational approach as the party enters the state election race.

Quebec separatists are poised to win the provincial election, according to The New York Times. A victory would strengthen separatist political power even as Quebec independence remains difficult to sell.