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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed disappointment over the failure of months-long efforts to reopen the obstructed passage in the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking at an international justice conference held in Istanbul, he voiced concerns on the matter. Erdogan highlighted the growing disregard for international agreements and the cessation of enforcement of rulings from international courts. “International agreements have lost their effectiveness. Similarly, rulings issued by international courts are no longer being implemented,” he stated. Criticizing the global order, he added, “If the United Nations system cannot reflect the will of the international community, it cannot be considered legitimate or just.”

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that talks with the United States can only succeed without pressure or threats. He made these remarks at the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) summit held in Turkmenistan.

Pezeshkian stated that Iran calls for cooperation instead of exhausting competition, mutual interdependence rather than unilateral dependence, and security based on trust and shared interests instead of threats. The president highlighted the importance of multilateral cooperation over unilateralism, clarifying that instead of competing and displacing each other in the energy market, the region can be developed into a network for energy production, transmission, and exchange.

“The countries of this important and strategic region must play a key role in building a multipolar world,” Pezeshkian said.

The Chinese calligraphy piece “Jisi Tie,” missing since World War II, has resurfaced after 81 years and sold for HK$177.45 million. This private letter, created by the early Tang Dynasty calligrapher Yu Xinan, fetched a hammer price of HK$155 million at an auction held by China Guardian in Hong Kong. The artwork, exhibited in Beijing prior to the auction, had lost its title and the first two characters, but the remaining sections and annotations were preserved.

This rare historical calligraphy work, missing since 1945 due to the political turmoil and plundering during World War II, sold for approximately US$22.6 million (about HK$177.45 million). The prestigious China Guardian exhibition at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre showcased this piece, which ultimately achieved a hammer price of HK$155 million.

Entitled “Jisi Tie” after its opening phrase “Jisi Qing Xin” (I have been thinking of you for a long time), the letter was written by master calligrapher Yu Xinan to a friend. Yu Xinan is renowned as the calligraphy mentor of Tang Emperor Taizong and is regarded as one of the four great calligraphers of the Tang era.

When displayed in Beijing before the September auction, the rare work attracted a large crowd. Organizers limited viewing time to two minutes per visitor, resulting in queues over thirty minutes long. Art historians have noted that this sale once again establishes the historical and cultural significance of Chinese calligraphy on the global stage.

In an attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport and a Saudi Airlines aircraft on Thursday, three Saudi nationals, including the pilot, were killed. Saudi officials reported that two attacks targeting the airport and the plane injured numerous foreign nationals, with injuries ranging from mild to severe. Houthi rebels claimed responsibility, stating they launched ballistic missiles targeting the airport. Saudi authorities announced that services normalized from 6 p.m. onward.

The assault on the airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital and the Saudi Airlines plane resulted in the deaths of three Saudis, including the aircraft’s captain, with several other foreign nationals injured. This marks the deadliest attack in Saudi Arabia since the recent large-scale military operations against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen were initiated by Saudi Arabia and its allies last week.

According to Saudi officials, the first attack on Thursday targeted airport infrastructure, while the second struck the Saudi Airlines aircraft. The identities of those involved have not been disclosed. However, Houthi rebels asserted they used ballistic missiles in the assault. The Saudi group’s statement confirmed that the casualties included Captain Hamoud Ali Alkalthami of Saudi Airlines.

This is the first confirmed attack on a Saudi national carrier aircraft since the onset of the recent military campaign. Another statement from the Saudi group noted that the aircraft was on the ground at the time and sustained damage. No passengers were aboard. Riyadh’s airport has been repeatedly targeted in recent days; earlier this week, a similar attack resulted in the death of a Sudanese national.

A statement released on Friday regarding flight operations confirmed the injuries of foreign nationals, describing their conditions as ranging from mild to critical. Hours after the attack, Saudi authorities reported that airport operations had returned to normal by 6 p.m. Meanwhile, the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthi rebels announced it had destroyed three rocket launch platforms used by the insurgents, which posed a threat to regional security.

The Kakroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar starting tomorrow, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of the Election Commission of India. However, the Delhi Police have yet to grant permission for the demonstration. Opposition parties have extended their support to CJP’s protest. Prior to the event, the Delhi Police have decided to close the entry and exit points of 57 metro stations. Additionally, according to Indian Railways’ directive, train services from New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations will be suspended for 10 hours.

During a press conference on Friday, Delhi Police Joint Commissioner Nupur Prasad informed that the police had received an application for the protest from CJP co-coordinator Saurabh Das. She explained that the request was considered at short notice, whereas regulations require a minimum of 10 days’ advance notice to hold any protest. Prasad further stated that although CJP had been granted permission to hold protests at the same location in the past, the party had failed to comply with legal directives and commitments. She said, ‘Considering these factors, permission has not been granted for this protest.’

Prasad added that Section 163 of the Indian Penal Code is in force in New Delhi, imposing necessary restrictions to maintain public order and security. A warning was issued that legal action would be taken against anyone violating these restrictions. Nevertheless, CJP has resolved to proceed with the protest. The party also accuses the police of unlawfully detaining its supporters. CJP founder Abhijit Deepke posted on the social media platform X, stating, ‘Ahead of our protest on October 10, the BJP government has detained thousands of youths across the country. Modi, your attempts of intimidation will not succeed. The youth of the nation no longer fear you. I will arrive in Delhi tomorrow and march to Jantar Mantar regardless of the circumstances.’

Reports indicate that approximately 7,000 security personnel will be deployed, with at least 70 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) stationed in Delhi ahead of the protest. Each CRPF company comprises around 100 personnel. These units, currently posted in West Bengal and Chhattisgarh, will be sent to Delhi prior to the demonstration. CRPF units in Chhattisgarh have been instructed to remain in full operational readiness, equipped with necessary gear, weapons, and ammunition. This deployment is being conducted under the direction of the Home Ministry. Extensive security arrangements are being established around Jantar Mantar and its vicinity in anticipation of the protest. The CJP is calling for the protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing irregularities during the special intensive review (SIR) of the electoral rolls.