The United States Agency for Global Media has decided to close Szabad Europa, the Hungarian editorial office of Radio Free Europe, as of November 21, 2025. The reasons for the cessation of operations have not been disclosed, despite previous accusations of excessive criticism of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Law enforcement in Bulgaria has detained 35 individuals suspected of international trafficking in cultural heritage and antique weapons. The criminal network operated for over 16 years, laundering over a billion dollars.
The EU has imposed sanctions on 10 Russian judges and security officials involved in human rights violations and repression in Russia. The list includes employees of the FSIN administration in the Rostov region, responsible for the torture and death of 15 prisoners, including 27-year-old Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna.
Indian company Reliance Industries Ltd. has stopped processing Russian oil at the export-oriented section of its Jamnagar refinery due to US sanctions. This will allow the plant to supply fuel to Europe and avoid a ban on importing petroleum products made from Russian oil.
President Zelenskyy, after meeting with US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll, stated that Ukraine is ready for constructive work on the points of the peace plan. He also reported on Russia's strike on Ternopil with an X-101 missile containing foreign components, providing Driscoll with materials about the companies that produce the parts.
New tensions have risen between Japan and China after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's statement about Tokyo's possible reaction to China's aggression against Taiwan. Beijing has imposed sanctions and threatens new ones if Takaichi does not apologize, but Tokyo refuses.
Lebanon has detained Nuh Zaiter, the country's most wanted drug lord, who had been on the run for years. He was taken into custody during an operation near Baalbek after a brief standoff.
Russia and China held consultations on missile defense and strategic stability, agreeing to strengthen cooperation. This comes amid concerns about US plans to create a new missile defense system and resume nuclear testing.
Belarus acknowledges a deficit in foreign exchange reserves to cover debt payments in 2026, with only $5. 3 billion available for operational payments out of $13.7 billion on paper. The Ministry of Finance plans to attract additional resources from Russia to cover the deficit.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that any plan to end the war needs the participation of Ukraine and European countries. She emphasized that the EU supports a lasting, strong, and just peace, and welcomes any efforts to achieve it.
Nvidia reported revenue of $57 billion in the third quarter, up 62% year-over-year. The company's GAAP net income was $32 billion, exceeding Wall Street expectations.
US President Donald Trump urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to move forward with a bill on sanctions against Russia. The bill provides for a 500 percent duty on imports from countries that buy Russian uranium, gas, and oil.
The US State Department has approved the sale of Javelin anti-tank missile systems and Excalibur guided artillery ammunition to India for $93 million. This is India's first purchase of American defense equipment under the Foreign Military Sales program since the August escalation of relations.
A conflict has arisen among Republicans in the US Congress over a provision in a bill that allows senators to sue the Department of Justice and receive $500,000 each for violations related to the seizure of their phone records. Senator Lindsey Graham has already announced his intention to file a lawsuit for "tens of millions" of dollars.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russia's massive attack on Ternopil claimed 25 lives, including three children, and injured 93 people. He emphasized that Russia will not stop on its own, and only strong pressure on the aggressor can stop it.
Russia decided to sell a 56. 15% stake in the Serbian oil and gas company NIS after US sanctions. The buyer's name has not yet been disclosed; the majority of shares are controlled by Gazprom Neft.
The oil tanker Talara, seized by Iranian forces, has been released, but without its gasoil cargo. The crew is safe, and the vessel has left Iranian waters with a shallower draft.
Scientists from Iran traveled to Russia twice in 2024, including November, seeking secret technologies for their nuclear program. The delegations included researchers from universities, some of which are under sanctions.
The "Servant of the People" faction issued a statement on the creation of a "coalition of national resilience" and a "government of national resilience" against the backdrop of the NABU and SAPO anti-corruption investigation. They call for negotiations between pro-Ukrainian factions and the formation of a government without party quotas.
The Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs has withdrawn consent for the operation of the Russian consulate in Gdańsk. This decision was made in response to the railway sabotage, which is linked to the activities of Russian special services.
The Finnish chain of gas stations Teboil, owned by Russian Lukoil, is suspending operations. This is happening due to the depletion of fuel reserves amid US sanctions against the parent company.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell after a report of increased US inventories. The price decline is limited by sanctions against Russian oil, which raises concerns about supply disruptions.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky reported on the consequences of Russia's night attack with more than 470 drones and 48 missiles. In Ternopil, residential buildings were hit, which led to 9 deaths.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Turkey on November 19. He was met by Deputy Mayor of Ankara Faruk Köylüoğlu.
The German concern Rheinmetall will begin transferring Skyranger 35 anti-aircraft systems based on the Leopard 1 tank to Ukraine next week. The contract, worth several hundred million euros, is being paid for by an unnamed EU country.
Kallas stated that the European Union's ties with Beijing limit the bloc's ability to effectively pressure China regarding its support for Russia in the war in Ukraine.
Russian seaborne crude flows fell for the fourth consecutive week, exacerbating the country's oil price slump and cutting the Kremlin's revenue to a two-and-a-half-year low – about $1. 2 billion a week. In the four weeks to November 16, the country shipped 3.36 million barrels per day, about 90,000 barrels less than in the comparable period to November 9.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to Turkey to meet with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Steve Witkoff to restore US involvement in diplomatic efforts to end the Russian invasion. Kyiv hopes that Washington will be able to push Moscow to negotiations, including through the imposition of sanctions.
Japan has urged its citizens in China to enhance security measures and avoid crowded places. This is due to the escalating dispute between the countries over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's statements about Taiwan.
According to this article, Markov was supposed to inform the Russian Ministry of Justice himself and submit documents for inclusion in the register of "foreign agents" from the moment he was assigned the status of "foreign agent. "
