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Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that only new sanctions can stop Russia's war against Ukraine. Moscow finances its war economy through energy exports and the purchase of technologies via third countries.

A group of Republican congressmen appealed to the US Attorney General with a request to check the possible use of Orthodox communities in the US by Russian special services. This is related to the lobbying activities of the Russian Orthodox Church abroad.

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.

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.

US President Donald Trump said he does not rule out the possibility of a US military ground operation in Venezuela. He also expressed readiness to talk on the phone with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

The US Congress has begun work on a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia. It will give President Trump the right to impose secondary sanctions and tariffs against countries that buy Russian oil and gas.

South Africa stated that the flight to Johannesburg is a cleansing of Gaza and the West Bank of its inhabitants.

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.

Air India will resume direct flights between New Delhi and Shanghai from February 1, 2026, returning to mainland China after nearly six years. This comes amid a de-escalation of ties between New Delhi and Beijing.

Dmytro Medvedev stated that the "special military operation" will continue until the Kremlin's goals are achieved, which are in fact the destruction of Ukraine and the maximum expulsion of Ukrainians.

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.

Beijing has officially protested to Washington regarding the potential transfer of weapons by the American side to Taiwan.

The UN Security Council will vote on a US resolution supporting Donald Trump's plan for the future of Gaza. The document has received support from several Arab countries but has drawn objections from Israel and Hamas.

The price of Urals oil fell to $36. 61 per barrel, the lowest since March 2023, ahead of US sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil. This drop will reduce tax revenues to the Russian budget, which funds the war against Ukraine.

India has signed its first long-term agreement with the United States to import 2. 2 million tons of liquefied petroleum gas next year. This will strengthen energy ties and help New Delhi conclude a trade deal with Washington.

US President Donald Trump has changed his position and is now calling on House Republicans to vote for the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. This change came after Democrats handed over documents, some of which mention Trump.

The US Navy's Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group entered the Caribbean Sea on November 16, joining US forces in the region. This comes amid rising tensions and the Trump administration's efforts to combat criminal networks.

US President Donald Trump said that Republicans are considering a Senate bill on sanctions against countries that do business with Russia. The document provides for tariffs of up to 500% on imports from countries that buy Russian energy carriers and do not support Ukraine, including China and India.

British political scientist Mark Galeotti claims that the loss of Pokrovsk cost Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy more than the city's capture cost Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. According to him, "the next campaign may not take place in northeastern Ukraine, but in Washington."

Switzerland managed to get the US to lower tariffs imposed by Donald Trump with expensive gifts. The delegation presented a Rolex watch and a personalized 1 kg gold bar worth over $130,000.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump's proposal to pay $2,000 in tariff "dividends" to US citizens would require congressional approval. According to various reports, Trump's plan could cost the US government twice as much as it was projected to receive in 2025.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that there is no threat of a Russian attack on EU or NATO countries. He also criticized the European Union's position on supporting Ukraine, believing that time is working for the Russians.

Russia's fossil fuel exports in October fell to their lowest levels since the start of the full-scale war, amounting to 524 million euros per day. This is 4% less than in September, due to Ukrainian attacks and international sanctions.

Russian leader's aide Yuriy Ushakov stated that contacts between Moscow and Washington regarding the meeting between Putin and Trump are ongoing. The meeting itself has been postponed for some time.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that a ceasefire in Ukraine is unlikely in the near future, calling on European allies to support Kyiv despite the corruption scandal. He emphasized the need for European resilience and increased pressure on Russia.

The US Department of Homeland Security has launched large-scale raids against illegal immigration in Charlotte, North Carolina, with plans to expand operations to the southern part of the country. This has caused fear and uncertainty, as similar operations in other cities have led to the detention of people without criminal records.

Despite international talks on post-war settlement, Hamas is strengthening its influence in Gaza, controlling economic and administrative processes. Local residents report the group's expanded control over prices and collection of payments, while foreign states insist on its disarmament.

For the first time in 30 years, the United States did not send a delegation to the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, allowing China to take a central role in the global fight against warming. The Chinese pavilion dominates the summit, and its companies are presenting "green future" strategies, strengthening the country's influence.

Trump stated that the situation between Thailand and Cambodia has stabilized after phone calls with the leaders of the countries. However, Thailand continues to demand an apology from Cambodia for the border mining incident.