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U. S. President Donald Trump secretly switched to a C-32A military aircraft while departing Turkey because of a credible threat of assassination by Iran. The old Air Force One was used as a decoy, and the journalists on board were unaware of the switch.
The Trump administration lifted the ban on TikTok on federal devices. The decision was made after control of the app’s business was transferred to American investors.
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said that the United States and Iran are close to an agreement that could ensure lasting peace in the region. The statement came amid talks regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
In its 2026 report, the U. S. State Department praised Ukraine for providing open access to budget documents despite the war. At the same time, it noted that the Cabinet of Ministers maintains extrabudgetary accounts for military expenditures without an independent audit.
The U. S. Energy Information Administration raised its forecast for Brent prices to $87 per barrel for 2026 due to restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Retail gasoline prices are projected to rise to $3.78 per gallon, contrasting with Trump's statement that the strait is open.
U. S. President Donald Trump said that America is selling weapons to the European Union, which are then transferred to Ukraine. He explained low ammunition deliveries by decisions made by Joe Biden, who allocated 300 billion dollars to Ukraine.
Ukraine's European partners are depleting their stocks of missiles for Patriot air defense systems, while new systems will arrive too late. Germany is balancing Kyiv's needs with its own defense, while Ukraine is developing the Freyja interceptor.
US authorities sold two sanctioned Russian tankers, detained near Venezuela in January, to Dubai-based Global Marketing Systems. The vessels "Era" and "Lileo" will be scrapped at metal recycling plants in India.
U. S. President Donald Trump secretly flew out of Ankara on a military C-32A, while Air Force One was used as a decoy. The reason was the threat of an assassination attempt by Iran following the resumption of strikes on that country.
U. S. President Donald Trump has changed his mind about transferring licenses to Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles amid concerns that the technology could fall into Russia’s hands. This threatens Ukraine’s ability to withstand Russian strikes in winter.
The U. S. House of Representatives approved moving forward with sanctions against Russia and Iran after the Senate's approval. The bill targets banks, the energy sector, and oligarchs, and also extends sanctions against Iran until 2031.
Trump said FIFA would make a terrible mistake if it replaced Infantino. UEFA is considering boycotting the World Cup if he remains president.
The Trump administration has extended the National Guard’s mission in Washington through January 2029, despite its initial statement that it would be temporary. The cost of the operation through 2029 is estimated at $1.4 billion, while residents criticize federal intervention.
The United States reached a secret agreement with Syria and Israel to remove nuclear materials from the "Area 99" facility. The IAEA is to remove the materials by the end of 2026.
U. S. President Donald Trump has resumed pressure on the Fed, demanding lower interest rates and attempting to remove Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook. He is also calling the Fed’s new chair, Kevin Warsh, prompting debate about the central bank’s independence.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order reducing recommended childhood vaccinations to 11 essential vaccines. Experts have criticized the decision, warning of risks to children's health.
U. S. President Donald Trump extended for 90 days authorization for foreign vessels to transport oil and other goods between U.S. ports in circumvention of the Jones Act. The order narrows the scope of the exemption; now each voyage will be considered individually, and the Pentagon will consult with the Maritime Administration.
NORAD fighter jets intercepted two civilian aircraft near Trump's golf club in New Jersey. A third aircraft violated the restrictions, which delayed the president's departure by 13 minutes.
Ukraine may find a way to produce Patriot missiles more cheaply and faster than the United States. American manufacturers fear that Kyiv will improve the Patriot and mass-produce them at a lower cost.
Trump planned to declare victory over Iran, but Tehran is insisting on billions of dollars, the withdrawal of U. S. troops, and an end to the blockade. The U.S. may extend the ceasefire if Iran opens the Strait of Hormuz.
U. S. President Donald Trump suggested that economic pressure, rather than a military operation, would force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He noted that the United States is acting cautiously and holding semi-negotiations with Iran.
Polls show that Democrats have nearly caught up with Republicans on national security issues and are ahead of them on the economy. This happened because of Trump’s actions, including the war with Iran and tariffs.
Ukraine is working on its own Freyja antiballistic project, which is managed by the defense company Fire Point. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the state’s key task is to protect the production facilities from Russian strikes.
The Pentagon revoked former U. S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall’s access to classified information over the alleged disclosure of information about the Air Force One aircraft. Kendall denies the allegations, stating that he always followed the rules.
Elon Musk refused to let Ukraine use Starlink to strike Russian ballistic missile launchers, citing the risk of escalation and calling for negotiations. At the same time, Ukraine continues a systematic campaign of long-range strikes against strategic facilities of the Russian Federation using its own capabilities.
The U. S. Senate voted in favor of a bill providing temporary funding for the federal government through December 11 to prevent a shutdown. The document must now be considered by the House of Representatives, which has its own version.
Lieutenant General Charles Costanza was dismissed from his position as commander of the U. S. Army’s V Corps in Europe. The reason is said not to be political motives.
Ukraine, a US official said, agreed not to strike non-Russian tankers and certain infrastructure in the Black Sea. This should help preserve Kazakhstan’s oil exports, which have declined.
U. S. President Donald Trump said an appeal to the Supreme Court would be filed immediately after the Court of Appeals issued a ruling halting construction of the White House ballroom. Trump called the decision terrible, politically motivated, and illegal.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that talks with the US are difficult and unpleasant following Trump's criticism. Canada continues the negotiations despite the threat of new tariffs.