Iran-US tensions and diplomacy: Iran says it is reviewing U.S. feedback on a seven-day proposal and insists the Strait of Hormuz stays closed until seven conditions are met, while warning neighbors that using their territory for attacks will trigger a “different and decisive” response. Hormuz and oil security: OPEC warned that attacks on energy infrastructure and shipping routes threaten global supply stability; OPEC+ kept November output targets steady as Middle East exports rebound despite the Iran war. Regional spillover—Yemen and aviation: Iran-linked pressure continues as Yemen fighting affects Red Sea routes; Iraqi Airways plans to resume direct Iran flights after a U.S. sanctions exemption, while the U.S. evacuated B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford amid an alleged Iran-linked threat. Israel-Gaza and regional politics: Israel marked the Oct. 7 anniversary with national ceremonies; in Gaza, Palestinians held mass funerals for 105 killed, as Israel continues strikes and arrests in the West Bank. Lebanon and Hezbollah: Kataeb leader Sami Gemayel urged Lebanon to “liberate” itself from Hezbollah and Iran’s hegemony, calling for execution over dialogue. Turkey-Kurdish process: Turkey seeks PKK case data ahead of a review that could initially lead to about 4,500 releases. Afghanistan diplomacy: Russia hosted a Moscow-format meeting with Taliban officials and regional players including Iran, Pakistan, China, and India. Sports and politics: UEFA and Ireland’s coach Heimir Hallgrímsson remain at odds over keeping Ireland and Israel apart after contentious Nations League clashes.