Israel votes in first national election since October 7 attacks

Israel holds parliamentary elections on Tuesday, its first national vote since the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023 (01:08). Brazil's Supreme Federal Court has ordered defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro to surrender his passports and barred him from leaving the country amid a corruption investigation (13:35). China's major industrial firms saw their profits rise 15.5 percent through the first nine months, maintaining double-digit growth since the start of 2026 (36:35).

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won a historic fourth term, defeating his right-wing rival in a closely contested runoff election (01:04). The 2026 Global Governance Forum has concluded in China's Xiongan New Area with the release of a vision document outlining goals for future global governance cooperation (13:54). The first exhibits for the 9th China International Import Expo have arrived in Shanghai, including high-tech equipment and products for the food and agricultural sectors (38:01).

More than 5,000 people are involved in rescue efforts following a deadly 7.0-magnitude earthquake in Xizang, with 80 million yuan allocated for relief and recovery (01:06). China is hosting the 2026 Global Governance Forum in Xiongan to discuss global issues and explore the new city's approach to smart, green and digital development (06:06). Russia and Ukraine continue to trade missile and drone attacks on each other's capitals, despite another push to end their long-running conflict (17:33).

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country to carry on the spirit of the Long March at a gathering marking the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's epic journey (01:04). During talks in St. Petersburg, Chinese Premier Li Qiang called for stronger China-Russia coordination and expanded cooperation (13:34). Ukraine has signaled openness to freezing the conflict along the current frontline, as Russia proposes resuming trilateral talks in mid-November (19:18).

China has outlined its progress in tackling climate change, highlighting clean energy development and contributions to global climate governance (01:06). China will mark the 90th anniversary of the Long March victory, commemorating the Red Army's 12,500-kilometer trek to break through encirclement campaigns from 1934 to '36 (12:36). The US continues to press Ukraine to make a peace deal with Russia (23:45).

Hong Kong is hosting the APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting to assess the economic outlook and discuss growth-supporting policies across the Asia-Pacific (01:06). At the 2026 Financial Street Forum in Beijing, China's financial regulators have pledged measures to boost liquidity, attract investment, and further open up the sector to foreign institutions (08:32). Several French cities have imposed curfews following weekend protests and looting, as other European countries grapple with widespread unrest (18:20).

China's economy grew 4.6 percent in the first three quarters to exceed 107 trillion yuan, driven by high-tech and equipment manufacturing (01:06). Beijing has condemned Tokyo's latest moves concerning the Yasukuni Shrine that honors over a dozen convicted World War II Class-A war criminals (11:49). French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed legal action following violent protests across the country (20:17).

As the world marks World Food Day, China is sharing agricultural expertise with developing countries to boost food production and improve nutrition (01:08). The upcoming China International Import Expo in Shanghai will bring together companies from over 160 countries, regions and international organizations, with more than 2,000 firms making their debuts (14:17). Ukraine has resumed strikes on Russian energy facilities, as Kyiv says it will no longer observe a proposed energy ceasefire (19:37).

The 140th China Import and Export Fair, now underway in Guangzhou, is highlighting new products, green technology, and AI (01:04). The International Monetary Fund has raised economic growth for Asia and the Pacific but warns of downside risk (12:35). US inflation is accelerating, delivering another blow to American consumers just weeks before the midterm elections (36:43).

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for decisive progress toward building a Healthy China by 2035, saying health is a key measure of national strength and prosperity (01:03). China's foreign trade grew more than 18 percent in the first three quarters, driven by stronger trade with free trade partners and rising exports of high-tech and green products (13:04). Ukraine says it is ready for an energy ceasefire with Russia, while the Kremlin says consultations are ongoing (21:22).