The death toll from the Israel occupation forces' aggression in the Palestinian Gaza Strip has risen to 43,259, the majority of whom are children and women, the Palestinian News Agency (WAFA) has reported.

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.