National Celebrations in Malaysia: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the 69th National Day parade in Putrajaya, highlighting the “Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati” theme and BUDI MADANI RON95 support after restoring the monthly eligibility quota to 300 litres. Himalayan Disaster Response: Nepal and China’s Tibet region report a rising toll from flash floods and landslides, with hundreds dead and thousands missing as rescue and relief operations continue along the border. SCO Summit Diplomacy: Putin, Xi and other leaders meet in Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, with Iran and Russia-China ties in focus amid talk of a more multipolar order. Religion and Politics in South Korea: A joint probe ends with 32 indictments, including Shincheonji and Unification Church leaders, over alleged political collusion and financial crimes. Libya’s Election Roadmap: Rival factions sign a UN-backed deal to restart Libya’s election process under a unified executive authority within 24 months. Niger Security Crisis: Niger’s military says it contained a mutiny in Niamey, with Russian Africa Corps support underscoring shifting security partnerships. Fuel Tax Politics: New Zealand delays fuel excise increases by a year, pushing the next rise to 2028 as government cites cost-of-living pressure. Yosemite Land Dispute: The US National Park Service reviews a proposal that could trade land to allow a private road through Yosemite, reviving a long-running legal fight.