Mass protests erupted in Nepal following a brief social media ban, excluding TikTok, leading to violence and the Prime Minister’s resignation. TikTok’s exemption, despite a previous ban, is attributed to its political influence among youth advocating for a Hindu state and monarchy.

Israel launched a strike targeting Hamas’ leadership in Qatar on Tuesday, officials said, further widening its campaign against the militant group.

The White House distanced itself Tuesday from Israel’s strikes against Hamas in Doha, reiterating President Donald Trump’s support for ally Qatar, while declining to confirm if Israel had pre-notified Washington of its attack.