Russia announced an attack by Ukrainian drones, which led to the closure of Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo airports. The mayor of Moscow reported the downing of three UAVs on approach to the city.
Georgia's ruling party is tightening its grip, which analysts estimate is leading the country towards a one-party dictatorship. Almost all opposition leaders are imprisoned, and the economy is shifting towards Russia and China.
Italian Defense Minister Crosetto has proposed creating a civilian-military unit of up to 5,000 people to combat hybrid warfare. This initiative aims to protect critical sectors and counter disinformation.
Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler, Mohammed bin Salman, will pressure US President Donald Trump to intervene in the war in Sudan. Saudi Arabia believes that direct pressure from Trump is necessary to break the deadlock in negotiations.
The Royal Mint of Great Britain has unveiled a new coin featuring Freddie Mercury as part of its "Music Legends" series. The coin commemorates the 40th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's performance at the Live Aid charity concert, and its value ranges from £18.50 to £9,350.
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Turkey on November 19 to join talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Witkoff, who previously participated in diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine and the Gaza ceasefire, met with Putin.
On November 17, the UN Security Council adopted a US resolution supporting Donald Trump's plan to end hostilities in Gaza and form an international contingent. Russia and China abstained, and Hamas refused to disarm.
US President Donald Trump will support the bill on sanctions against Russia if he is given the right to ultimately determine their application. The White House will seek clear provisions in the bill that will ensure Trump's decisive influence on the imposition of sanctions.
The Taiwanese government is for the first time sending millions of civil defense handbooks to all households on the island. The campaign prepares the country for possible crisis situations, including a potential attack by China.
Donald Trump announced his intention to approve the sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia ahead of a meeting with the Crown Prince. This multi-billion dollar deal could shift the balance of power in the Middle East and face resistance in the US Congress.
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced new steps to tighten asylum rules. Changes include increasing the residency period for refugees to 20 years to obtain permanent status and reviewing the application of articles of the European Convention on Human Rights.
Belgium has purchased autonomous Blaze drones from the Latvian company Origin Robotics to detect and neutralize enemy aircraft. This is part of a 50 million euro package of measures aimed at countering drones after a series of incidents.
American oil corporation Chevron is considering acquiring the foreign assets of Russia's Lukoil, which is under US sanctions. The company may be interested in assets where their interests already overlap, particularly in Kazakh fields and a Nigerian project.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched a criminal investigation into the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. This follows the church leadership's admission of serious failings in its child and vulnerable adult safeguarding practices between 2009 and 2022.
Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler announced that the analysis of the black boxes and preliminary findings regarding the crash of the Turkish C-130 cargo plane, which killed 20 soldiers, will take at least two months. The black box is being examined by Turkish Aerospace Industries.
Oil prices remain stable after the resumption of operations at Russia's export hub in Novorossiysk. This followed a two-day hiatus caused by a Ukrainian attack on the Black Sea port.
The Iraqi government plans to appeal to the US Treasury Department for a six-month waiver of sanctions against Lukoil. This would provide more time to sell the company's stake in the West Qurna-2 oil field.
Islamic State militants have claimed the execution of a high-ranking Nigerian army officer captured during an ambush on a military convoy. This occurred after a prolonged shelling of the convoy returning from patrol in Borno State.
Gaza residents paid $2,000 each for a seat on a flight organized by a group offering departure from the enclave to South Africa. Two Palestinians said that 130 people flew from Israel to Johannesburg via Nairobi.
Former leader of the Spanish region of Valencia, Carlos Mazón, testified in parliament regarding last year's floods, which claimed the lives of 229 people. He assures that the authorities were unaware of the scale of the disaster.
The BBC chairman stated that the company sees no grounds for Donald Trump's lawsuit over the editing of his speech and is ready to defend its position. Trump plans to sue for $1-5 billion over the editing of his January 6, 2021 speech.
In Charlotte, North Carolina, 81 people have been arrested, indicating an intensified campaign by the Trump administration to deport immigrants. State Governor Josh Stein criticized the actions of federal agents, accusing them of intimidation and dividing the community.
Cosmetics giant L'Oreal has acquired a minority stake in Chinese mass-market skincare brand Lan, marking the company's second investment in China in recent months. This move underscores China's pivotal role in the corporation's global strategy amid the rise of local brands.
Russian authorities have added former Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov and economist Sergei Guriev to the list of "extremists and terrorists. " This allows their bank accounts to be frozen and labels them as a threat to the state.
The Kremlin stated that discussions about a possible prisoner exchange with Ukraine are ongoing, declining to provide details. Earlier, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov reported on agreements regarding the release of 1,200 Ukrainians.
In the morning, militants attacked a girls' boarding school in Nigeria, abducting 25 students and killing the deputy principal. This is another mass abduction in the country's northwest.
Oil prices fell to $63. 95 per barrel on November 17 due to the resumption of loading at a key export hub in Russia. Brent futures fell by 0.68%, and WTI by 0.8%.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the radical Palestinian group Hamas would be disarmed. He also confirmed Israel's opposition to the creation of a Palestinian state west of the Jordan River.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to sign agreements with France on the supply of air defense systems, missiles, and fighter jets. Sources report plans for Rafale fighter jets and additional SAMP/T air defense systems.
Russia's largest Black Sea port, Novorossiysk, has resumed oil exports after a temporary halt on November 14. This happened after a drone attack that caused damage to the oil terminal.
