According to Reuters, sources revealed that the United States held more secret talks in Tokyo with the ruling authorities backed by the Myanmar military.

According to the Financial Times, Anthropic offered Blackstone Group a double-digit yield in its latest chip financing deal.

According to an executive order issued by the White House, US President Trump stated that he has submitted a document to Congress confirming that implementing the waiver is in the national interest of the United States.

In an executive order, U.S. President Trump stated that he would waive certain sanctions, restrictions, and tariffs applicable under the Graham Act on sanctions against Russia and Iran, effective immediately.

Conflict Situation: 1. Trump: Will not send ground troops to Iraq, will not use nuclear weapons. 2. Saudi Civil Defense: Initiated and subsequently lifted security alerts in Khamis Mushait, Jizan, and other areas. 3. Houthi claim Saudi attacks over a month have resulted in 114 deaths and 305 injuries. 4. Houthi rebels claim Saudi Arabia used cluster bombs in Yemen, resulting in 3 deaths and 9 injuries. 5. Houthi rebels: Since the start of this round of conflict, the Saudi-led coalition has launched nearly 2,500 attacks. 6. US Central Command: Due to the US naval blockade, Iran has no maritime import/export trade. 7. The Yemeni government claims Houthi rebels attacked Aden airport. Peace Negotiations: 1. Iranian Foreign Ministry: Willing to assist in resolving the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels in Yemen. 2. Axios: The White House and Qatari mediators are still awaiting Iran's response to the US's counter-proposal to end the war; regional mediators are urging Iran to respond as soon as possible. Other Situations: 1. South Korean media: South Korea plans to expand the operational scope of its "Cheonghae Unit" to the Gulf of Oman. 2. According to Interfax: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov will visit Iran on October 19 and Bahrain on October 18. 3. Trump: Israel's help to Saudi Arabia is very significant; the Abraham Accords are once again on Saudi Arabia's agenda. 4. Indian Shipping Minister: On October 16, the crude oil tanker MT ST 3, carrying 15 Indian sailors, was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz. 5. US Central Command: Pro-Iranian militants are channeling funds back to the Revolutionary Guard. 6. British Foreign Office: Now advises against travel to Saudi Arabia except for essential travel.

The UK Foreign Office now advises against traveling to Saudi Arabia except for essential travel.