The year-long Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip has left 42,438 people martyred and 99,246 others injured to the moment of this report.

Oil prices were settled in early Asian trade today, Wednesday, after industry data had showed a surprise drop in U.S. crude and gasoline inventories, following losses in the previous two sessions on the prospect of a de-escalation in the Middle East conflict.

Spain's midfielder Rodri won the Ballon d'Or for 2024 as the best player in the world, which is awarded by the French magazine "France Football", which specializes in football.