World News Recap: Global Conflicts, Natural Disasters, and Political Shifts

This summary provides the latest updates on global news including a gunbattle between Israeli troops and Islamic Jihad militants, intense fighting in Ukraine, a powerful typhoon in Japan, the death of New Zealand's Maori King, patent issues between the US and China, a poll showing Harris leading Trump, legal issues for Telegram's boss, a Ukrainian F-16 crash, Taiwan aiding Haiti, and a polio vaccination campaign in Gaza.

The news cycle remains as dynamic as ever. Israeli troops engaged in a deadly gunbattle with Islamic Jihad militants in the West Bank, leading to several casualties on both sides, including the militant commander Muhhamad Jabber.

In Ukraine, top commander Oleksandr Syrskyi reports 'exceptionally tough' fighting on the Pokrovsk front as Russian forces continue their offensive. Meanwhile, millions in Japan brace for Typhoon Shanshan, which has already caused significant damage and evacuations.

New Zealand mourns the passing of Maori King Tuheitia, while in the US, a Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Kamala Harris gaining a lead over Donald Trump. On the tech front, the U.S. government's funding has led to numerous patents for China-based researchers, prompting calls for renegotiation of scientific agreements.

(With inputs from agencies.)