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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday that he had discussed the crisis in Gaza with his UK counterpart, Keir Starmer, and reiterated his government's strong support for a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians, Reuters reported.

Starmer this week said Britain was prepared to recognise a Palestinian state in September at the United Nations General Assembly in response to growing public anger over the images of starving children in Gaza.

Australia has not yet made a formal decision to recognise Palestine though Albanese supports Israel's right to exist within secure borders and Palestinians' right to demand their own state.

In a statement, Albanese said they agreed on the importance of using international momentum to secure a ceasefire, the release of all Israeli hostages and the acceleration of aid. They also want to ensure militant group Hamas does not play a role in a future Palestinian state, according to Reuters.

Vehicular movement along the Kaligandaki road has been obstructed due to landslides at Gargare and Mulk in Kaligandaki Rural Municipality on Thursday.

Security personnel from the Purtighat Police Post have been mobilized to clear the debris, said Ganga Bahadur Saru, Information Officer at the District Police Office.

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil has accused John McNamara, Chargé d’Affaires at the US Embassy in Colombia, of being responsible for the alleged “kidnapping” of 33 Venezuelan children, according to Xinhua.

In a social media statement, Gil claimed the children were unlawfully separated from their families, calling the act a violation of international law and human rights. He described the situation as “criminal and inhumane,” demanding their immediate and unconditional release.

The accusation comes amid strained relations between Venezuela and the United States. Both countries recently agreed to resume repatriation flights under Venezuela’s Return to the Homeland Plan, Xinhua reported.

A sudden tornado hit Ca Mau province in southern Vietnam early Wednesday, damaging 20 houses. Three homes were completely destroyed, while 17 others suffered roof damage, according to Xinhua.

The tornado struck around 7:30 a.m. during a bout of torrential rain.

Authorities have noted an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events across southern Vietnam in recent weeks, Xinhua reported.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 52. 87 points to close at 2, 949. 19 points on Wednesday.

Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 11. 24 points to close at 507. 35 points.

A total of 36,417,742-unit shares of 327 companies were traded for Rs 16. 44 billion.

Meanwhile, Sanvi Energy Limited (SANVI) was the top gainer today with its price surging by 10. 00 percent. Likewise, Green Development Bank Ltd. (GRDBL) was the top loser as its price fell by 8. 04 percent.

At the end of the day, the total market capitalization stood at Rs 3. 32 trillion.

Las Vegas is expected to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw on Friday, December 5, though FIFA has not officially confirmed it. The ceremony will likely take place at the Sphere, a 17,000-seat venue, Al Jazeera reported.

Despite not being selected as a match host, Las Vegas was chosen over cities in co-host nations Canada and Mexico.

The expanded tournament will feature 48 teams across the US, Canada, and Mexico. The draw will assign teams into 12 groups, with the US, Mexico, and Canada already placed in Groups D, A, and B respectively, according to Al Jazeera.

The interim government of Bangladesh, led by Muhammad Yunus, has restructured a five-member commission to probe alleged irregularities in the 2014, 2018, and 2024 elections held under the Awami League. The move comes amid rising criticism over the credibility of those polls, both domestically and internationally, according to Firstpost.

The new commission, headed by retired Justice Shamim Hasnain, includes the same members as the previous panel. Its mandate is to review election-related complaints and propose reforms to ensure free and fair future elections. The deadline for submitting its report has been extended to October 31.

A flood from the Lhende Stream along the Nepal-China border in Rasuwa district last night damaged the Syafrubesi-Rasuwagadhi road, leading to a complete traffic disruption.

According to Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, Arjun Paudel, the flood triggered soil erosion to Timure Dry Port which had narrowly escaped the damages during the July 8 devastating flooding from the same stream. The traffic movement along the route has been completely halted following the recent disaster.

The CDO, who is also the Chair of the District Disaster Management Committee, said there are reports about the heavy rains towards the Chinese territory, raising concerns about the possibility of further floods. In the wake of the increased risk for further disasters, people residing near the river banks have been urged to move to safety.

However, the fresh flood caused no human casualties.  Likewise, authorities have issued alerts to the communities in the lower riparian areas along the Trishuli River, warning them of potential water level rises due to the Lhende Stream flood.