Exxon Mobil is in talks with Iraq to acquire Lukoil's controlling stake in the West Qurna-2 field. This field accounts for 9% of Iraq's oil production, and potential buyers can negotiate until December 13.
Bulgarian police detained 71 people after overnight clashes amid the largest anti-government protests in a decade. The government is withdrawing the budget bill after escalating tensions.
The European defense sector grew by 13. 8% in 2024, reaching a turnover of €183.4 billion. This growth is a result of increased defense budgets following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump urged Israel to continue dialogue with Syria after a border incident that escalated relations. This happened after Israeli soldiers were wounded during an operation near the Syrian border.
Gasoline prices in the US have fallen to $3 a gallon, the lowest level since May 2021. This drop is due to cheaper crude oil and weak consumer demand, although the price is still significantly higher than Trump's pre-election promise of $2 a gallon.
Ukraine aims to receive additional funding from Europe totaling approximately 1 billion euros or 1. 2 billion dollars by the end of the year. The funds are needed to ensure the uninterrupted acquisition of equipment through the PURL program, which finances the purchase of American weapons.
Romania will have to independently deter the enemy in case of a Russian invasion; NATO troops will only be able to help after several weeks. This was revealed by military exercises in Cincu, which focused on ground combat.
The Russian-linked tanker "Mersin" suffered four external explosions near Dakar, Senegal, resulting in seawater entering the engine room. This is the third such incident in a few days involving Russian tankers; the SBU may be involved in the two previous ones.
Airbus discovered a defect in A320 fuselage panels and a massive software failure affecting 6,000 aircraft. This caused an 11% drop in shares and concerns about delivery schedules.
Indian state-owned refineries Indian Oil and Bharat Petroleum are resuming purchases of discounted Russian crude oil at around $5 a barrel. India's total purchases are unlikely to exceed 600,000 barrels per day, with payments made in UAE dirhams and US dollars.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted an official request for a pardon to President Isaac Herzog. The request concerns charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in three cases.
Hong Kong authorities are responding to public outrage after a deadly fire by arresting 11 people and warning of measures against inciting unrest. National Security Police questioned the initiator of an online petition with demands to the government.
The director of a private enterprise in Odesa is suspected of illegal construction in a recreational zone on the Black Sea coast. According to the investigation, since 2022, the company has been using the land free of charge and receiving profits from a hotel complex on this plot.
European stock markets are showing significant growth, with half of the world's top 20 markets being European. Investors are increasing their investments in Europe amid lower inflation and anticipated corporate earnings growth.
South African law enforcement officers detained four men at an airport near Johannesburg, suspecting them of being mercenaries for the war against Ukraine. They planned to fly to Russia via the UAE to join the occupation forces.
Ukrainian officials Rustem Umerov and Serhiy Kyslytsia have traveled to the US to discuss a peace plan. They will meet with US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Florida.
Dictator Putin signed the law on the Russian Federation's federal budget for 2026–2028, which envisages a deficit and a significant increase in funding for the military and security sectors. Spending on the army and security will exceed social expenditures.
Airbus announced an immediate software update for 6,000 A320 aircraft due to a vulnerability discovered after an incident involving data corruption in control systems due to solar radiation. The company acknowledges that this will lead to operational disruptions, but flight safety is the priority.
Norway plans to maintain the current level of aid to Ukraine in 2026, allocating 85 billion kroner ($8. 4 billion). This is due to the low probability of a quick peace and broad support in parliament.
In the US, Chicago and neighboring Midwest cities are expecting significant snowfall, up to 30 centimeters of snow. Meteorologists predict about 20 centimeters of precipitation in Chicago, which could repeat the record snowfall in November.
North of the Turkish coast, the tanker Kairos, part of Russia's shadow fleet, was damaged and caught fire. The vessel, which is under EU and UK sanctions, was not carrying cargo at the time of the incident.
Duduzile Zuma, daughter of the former President of South Africa, has resigned amid an investigation into the recruitment of South African and Botswanan citizens to participate in Russia's war against Ukraine. Police confirmed a statement by another daughter of the former president against Duduzile Zuma for "luring men to Russia under false pretenses."
The price of silver surged to a record high, exceeding $54. 76 per ounce, driven by hopes of a US Federal Reserve rate cut and a supply shortage. The London silver market reported a severe supply deficit, impacting prices in Shanghai and New York.
A new study has found that tattoo ink rapidly travels to the lymphatic system, where it can remain for months, kill immune cells, and disrupt the body's response to vaccines. This raises public health concerns as tattooing becomes increasingly common.
Donald Trump asked a journalist, "Are you clueless?" during a press conference. This happened after he announced the death of Sarah Backstrom, one of two National Guard service members wounded in the attack.
The Central Bank of Russia reported a deterioration in the financial condition of enterprises and an increase in problem debt. The net profit of companies decreased by 23% in the first eight months of 2025.
The Mexican President expects her first meeting with Donald Trump next week in Washington. This could happen during the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York, where thousands of spectators watched giant balloons featuring Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, as well as floats with Labubu. The event proceeded despite cool weather and strong winds reaching 40-48 km/h.
Armani SpA is close to announcing a renewed board of directors after the death of Giorgio Armani. The presentation of the new board could take place as early as Friday.
US President Donald Trump will host the G20 at his golf resort in Miami next year, personally determining the guest list. He will not invite South Africa, which chairs the G20 this year and has incurred his wrath.
