Donald Trump defended allowing foreign students to study in the US, calling it "good" practice. He rejected calls to reduce their numbers, arguing it was financially beneficial for the higher education system.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell by 0. 4% and 0.5% respectively, due to oversupply concerns. This happened despite uncertainty about the impact of US sanctions on Russian oil companies and optimism about the resumption of the US government's work.
The UN warns of a lack of resources to protect millions of refugees this winter, particularly due to funding cuts from the United States. UNHCR has appealed for donations of at least $35 million, emphasizing the needs of Ukrainians, Syrians, and Afghans.
The European Commission has begun establishing a new intelligence body to improve the use of information from national intelligence services. The unit, being formed within the European Commission's Secretariat-General, will recruit staff from the EU intelligence community.
The US Senate has approved a financial document to restore the work of the federal government. The compromise bill will be sent to the House of Representatives, where it is hoped to be passed on Wednesday.
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković stated that Hungary's claims about the Janaf pipeline's inability to replace Russian oil are false. He emphasized that Janaf has sufficient capacity to supply all necessary crude oil to Hungarian and Slovak refineries.
The United States of America plans to lower import tariffs for India. This is due to New Delhi's significant reduction in the volume of Russian oil purchases.
The European Union has imposed a ban on Russian oil imports, making exceptions for Hungary and Slovakia for their energy security. Brussels wants to completely abandon Russian energy carriers by the end of 2027.
The US Treasury Department temporarily eases sanctions against Syria for 180 days. This decision coincided with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's historic visit to the White House.
The Thai military is suspending agreements with Cambodia after a soldier was wounded by a mine near the border. Cambodia expressed concern about the possible suspension of the agreement, which provided for the withdrawal of heavy weapons and the release of prisoners of war.
Geneva-based Mercuria Energy Group and US-based TechMet Ltd. are discussing a joint tantalum mining project in the DRC. The initiative depends on a peace agreement to be facilitated by the Trump administration.
Donald Trump is threatening the BBC with a $1 billion lawsuit over the editing of his January 6, 2021 speech. The move comes after the resignation of the BBC's Director-General and head of news over a scandal.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is at the White House for a historic meeting with Donald Trump. This is the first visit of a Syrian head of state since the country gained independence in 1946.
Trump urged air traffic controllers to immediately return to work amid significant flight reductions and airport delays. This happened due to the prolonged federal government shutdown, which resulted in 13,000 air traffic controllers working without pay.
The US and Switzerland are close to reducing tariffs on exports to 15% instead of 39%. An agreement could be reached within the next two weeks.
The US Senate has voted to advance a bill that would allow the federal government to resume operations and end the 40-day "shutdown. " The bill provides for government funding until January 30 and prohibits the dismissal of federal employees.
At least six people have died after US forces struck two vessels linked to drug cartels in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The operations have caused diplomatic tension in Latin America and controversy in the US Congress.
The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to halt $4 billion in food aid. This comes despite the Senate advancing a bill to reopen the government and fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for 42 million recipients.
The IOC is discussing a complete ban on transgender women participating in women's competitions due to potential physical advantages. Possible changes could come into effect before the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, but no final decisions have been made yet.
Syria thwarted two ISIS attacks on interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa, adding a personal dimension to his plans to join the US coalition. This comes amid the lifting of UN sanctions against the Syrian leader and his visit to Washington.
The visit is scheduled for December this year. Putin last visited India in December 2021.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Canada's Niagara region this week for a meeting of G7 foreign ministers. He will discuss President Trump's efforts for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, security in Haiti and Sudan, maritime security, critical minerals, and global supply chains.
In Iran, reservoirs are almost depleted, and the country is experiencing the most severe drought in decades. President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a possible evacuation of Tehran if there is no rain.
US President Donald Trump pardoned his former lawyer Rudy Giuliani and others accused in the 2020 election fraud case. The pardon does not extend to Trump himself and was signed on November 7.
Brent crude futures rose to $64. 08 a barrel, and US WTI crude to $60.23. This happened amid expectations of a quick end to the US shutdown, which could increase oil demand.
US President Donald Trump will meet with the new Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa on November 10 at the White House. This will be the culmination of a significant turn in the situation with Syria and the first visit of a Syrian president to the White House.
King Charles III of Great Britain played an unspoken role in encouraging US President Donald Trump to more actively support Ukraine. This happened after Trump's tense February meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office.
BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Director of News Deborah Turness have resigned over a scandal involving the forgery of a speech by US President Donald Trump. The creators of the Panorama documentary edited Trump's speech to create the impression of encouraging unrest on Capitol Hill.
A video showing US President Donald Trump allegedly sleeping during an official event in the Oval Office has stirred up the internet. The Trump administration denied the allegations, calling it an attempt by liberal media to create a "garbage narrative story."
According to the President, our countries share deep common values, unlike Russia. He also denied that Trump had abandoned the idea of transferring Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv.
