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Hannibal Gaddafi, the 49-year-old son of Libya’s late dictator Muammar Gaddafi, is poised to be freed from a Lebanese prison following the payment of his bail on Monday, according to his lawyer and a judicial official. Gaddafi, who has been in pre-trial detention for nearly a decade, was arrested in Lebanon on charges related to withholding information about the 1978 disappearance of Lebanese Shia cleric Mussa Sadr in Libya. He was only two years old at the time of Sadr’s disappearance.

Gaddafi’s French lawyer, Laurent Bayon, confirmed to AFP that the bail was paid, marking the end of a ’10-year nightmare’ for his client. Initially set at $11 million, the bail amount was reduced to $900,000 last week after an appeal by Gaddafi’s defense team. A Lebanese judicial source verified the payment and stated that Gaddafi’s legal team is finalizing the release procedures.

Bayon revealed that Gaddafi, who holds a Libyan passport, will leave Lebanon for an undisclosed destination. The lawyer criticized Lebanon’s justice system, claiming that Gaddafi’s prolonged detention was a result of a lack of judicial independence. He noted that the move toward his client’s release reflects progress under Lebanon’s reformist government, which was formed in January.

The case stems from the disappearance of Mussa Sadr, the founder of the Amal movement and an ally of Hezbollah, during an official visit to Libya in 1978. Sadr, along with an aide and a journalist, vanished under mysterious circumstances, leading Beirut to accuse Muammar Gaddafi of involvement. The incident has strained relations between Lebanon and Libya for decades.

Hannibal Gaddafi, who is married to Lebanese model Aline Skaf, fled to Syria after the 2011 Libyan uprising that led to his father’s overthrow and death. He was kidnapped in December 2015 by armed men who took him to Lebanon, where authorities later detained him. His impending release marks a significant development in a case that has drawn international attention.

Sky News Arabia, a UAE-owned media outlet, has ignited controversy after one of its reporters, Tsabih Mubarak, visited el-Fasher, Sudan, and met with a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) officer accused of inciting sexual violence against Sudanese women. Mubarak’s presence in the war-torn city, recently captured by the RSF, has drawn widespread criticism, particularly given the paramilitary group’s documented atrocities, including mass killings, rape, and assaults on civilians. Satellite imagery and survivor testimonies have corroborated these abuses, painting a grim picture of the RSF’s actions in el-Fasher. Mubarak’s social media posts, which included images and videos of her interactions with locals and an RSF officer, have further fueled the backlash. In one video, she is seen smiling and giving a thumbs-up alongside a female RSF commander, Shiraz Khalid, who has been accused of encouraging militiamen to rape women in other regions of Sudan. The RSF, accused of genocide against the Masalit community, has also been documented using racist slurs against Black people. Mubarak’s visit, which likely required RSF approval, has been condemned by Sudanese figures and social media users, with some calling for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to take note. Sky News Arabia, a joint venture between the UK’s Sky Group and the UAE’s International Media Investments (IMI), has faced accusations of bias and complicity in the conflict. The UAE has been implicated in arming the RSF, with reports suggesting Emirati involvement in supplying weapons and establishing bases in Sudan. The ongoing war, which began in April 2023, has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and displaced over 13 million people, with both the RSF and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) accused of war crimes.

A devastating explosion near the historic Red Fort in New Delhi on Monday, November 10, 2025, has left at least eight people dead and several others injured. The incident occurred in a densely populated area close to the Red Fort Metro Station, a bustling tourist hub in the Indian capital. According to reports, the blast caused multiple vehicles to catch fire, with flames and thick smoke engulfing the area. Visuals from local media depicted a chaotic scene, with debris and body parts scattered across the road. Fifteen victims were rushed to Lok Nayak Hospital, where eight succumbed to their injuries before arrival. Three individuals remain in critical condition, while one is reported to be stable. In response to the tragedy, authorities have declared a high alert across Delhi and neighboring Uttar Pradesh. Security measures have been intensified at sensitive religious sites, border areas, and key districts. The Delhi Police Special Cell and fire department swiftly responded to the scene, deploying seven fire tenders to control the blaze. Eyewitnesses described the explosion as deafening and terrifying, with one local recounting, ‘I never heard such a loud explosion in my life. It felt as if we were all going to die.’ The Red Fort, a 17th-century Mughal-era monument, is a significant cultural landmark and a popular tourist destination. The incident has raised concerns about public safety and security in the region, with investigations underway to determine the cause of the explosion.

In a pivotal meeting held in Jerusalem on Monday, US envoy Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu deliberated on the progression of the US-mediated ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The discussions centered on the implementation of the second phase of the plan, which aims to disarm Hamas, demilitarize Gaza, and ensure that Hamas is permanently excluded from any future governance in the region. Shosh Bedrosian, a spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, emphasized that the second phase also involves the formation of an international stabilization force, with specific details still under negotiation. The first phase of the ceasefire, currently in effect, was also reviewed during the talks. This meeting underscores the ongoing efforts to achieve long-term peace and stability in the region, with both parties committed to advancing the plan’s objectives.

Nepalese authorities have detained more than 400 individuals linked to the widespread protests that erupted in September, leading to the collapse of the government. According to police data released on Monday, the arrests include suspects accused of crimes ranging from murder and vandalism to illegal possession of weapons, theft, and indecent behavior. The protests, initially sparked by a government ban on social media, quickly escalated into nationwide unrest fueled by economic struggles and widespread corruption. The violence resulted in at least 76 deaths, including protesters, escaped prisoners, and police officers. During the chaos, over 2,700 structures were attacked, including government buildings, police stations, and private residences. Additionally, around 14,500 detainees escaped from prisons, with 5,020 still at large. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal announced a special operation to recapture the escapees and recover looted weapons. Meanwhile, representatives of the youth-led ‘Gen Z’ protest groups have called for Aryal’s resignation, accusing him of failing to hold those responsible for the deadly crackdown accountable. The government has imposed travel bans on former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and four senior officials as an investigation into the unrest continues.

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has been shaken by a series of petrol bomb attacks targeting key locations, including a building associated with interim leader Muhammad Yunus. Police reported that seven crude petrol bombs were detonated on Monday, though no injuries were sustained. A 28-year-old man, identified as a member of the student wing of the outlawed Awami League, has been arrested in connection with the attacks. The Awami League, the former ruling party of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina, was removed from power in a violent uprising in August 2024. The suspect is currently under interrogation for multiple incidents, including petrol bomb attacks on St Mary’s Cathedral and a Catholic school in Dhaka over the weekend. Early Monday, additional petrol bombs targeted the offices of Grameen Bank, founded by Nobel Prize-winning Yunus, as well as properties linked to Yunus’ cabinet member Farida Akhtar, two buses, and a hospital. These incidents have escalated tensions in Bangladesh as political parties prepare for the first elections since Hasina’s fall, scheduled for February 2026. Security forces have launched a citywide manhunt to apprehend all individuals involved in these violent acts. The election campaigns, which began in early November, have already been marred by violence, including a fatal shooting at a campaign rally last week. Bangladesh continues to grapple with political unrest, with police offering rewards for the surrender of over 1,300 firearms looted during last year’s turmoil.