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In 9 months of 2024, Ukraine imported 239 thousand passenger cars worth $3. 3 billion. Germany, the US and China became the main suppliers of cars to Ukraine.

Components from five countries manufactured in 2023 were found in the North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles used by Russia to attack Ukraine. russia received more than 100 such missiles from the DPRK and uses them against civilian targets.

The Taiwanese Defense Ministry spotted a Chinese balloon at an altitude of 10,000 meters, 111 km from the port of Keelung. The incident is seen as part of China's pressure campaign ahead of the presidential election.

Independent candidate Kelin Gheorgescu, known for his criticism of the EU and support for Ukraine, leads after the first round of elections in Romania. In the second round, he will compete with Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu.

Unidentified UAVs were spotted over the British air bases Lakenheath, Mildenhall and Feltwell, which are used by the US Air Force. The incidents occurred on November 20-22, and the military is monitoring the situation.

The Guardian reports on Trump's possible talks on Ukraine on Russia's terms if it breaks military ties with China. The newspaper emphasizes the importance of American support for Ukraine's sovereignty.

Republican Lindsey Graham announced possible sanctions against US allies who will assist the ICC with the arrest of Netanyahu and Gallant. The threats concern Canada, Britain, Germany, and France.

Hooded Venezuelan security forces blocked the Argentine embassy, where 6 oppositionists are hiding. Drones are flying over the building, and telephone communication is interrupted.

The Biden administration is strengthening Ukraine's position before Trump's possible accession to power. The measures include authorization for strikes against Russia, debt relief, and new sanctions against a Russian bank.

Russia has fired about 60 North Korean KN-23 missiles at Ukraine since the beginning of the year. The missiles contained components from nine Western manufacturers, including the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

At the COP29 summit, rich countries agreed to allocate $300 billion annually to poor countries until 2035 to combat climate change. Experts and representatives of vulnerable countries consider this amount insufficient.

Donald Trump has nominated Brooke Rollins, President of America First Policy Institute, to be the US Secretary of Agriculture. She will be responsible for protecting American farmers and advising on biofuel tax credits.

The Center for Countering Disinformation denied the fake about the departure of the US, British, French and German embassies from Ukraine. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that all foreign diplomats continue to work on the ground.

On the anniversary of the Holodomor, US President Joe Biden has reiterated his support for Ukraine and condemned Stalin's actions. He said that the USA would continue to help Ukraine defend its freedom and independence.

The President of the European Parliament supported the provision of German TAURUS cruise missiles with a range of 500 km to Ukraine. Mecola emphasized the urgent need for military assistance due to the intensification of Russian attacks.

U. S. intelligence has released documents confirming Russian involvement in the dioxin poisoning of Viktor Yushchenko. This is one of many attempts to eliminate political opponents on Putin's orders.

The Embassy of Ukraine in Bulgaria presented a certificate of honor and a medal to Delian Peevski, who is under US and British sanctions. The award caused outrage in Bulgarian society.

At the COP29 summit, the EU, the US, and other developed countries agreed to increase climate finance to $300 billion annually by 2035. The previous proposal of $250 billion was rejected as insufficient.

A 1967 Jaguar E-Type convertible that appeared in all three Austin Powers movies is being sold at Mecum. The car has a 4.2-liter engine, 103,000 kilometers and has recently undergone a restoration.

Donald Trump intends to fire the entire team of special prosecutor Jack Smith and create investigative teams for the 2020 election. The plans to reorganize the US Justice Department are based on the personal grievances of the former president.

A judge refuses to impose sanctions on Elon Musk for missing a meeting with the SEC to review the launch of a SpaceX rocket. Musk agreed to reimburse the regulator $2923 for airfare for lawyers.

Judge Juan Merchant postponed the sentencing of Donald Trump indefinitely. Trump's lawyers were given until December 2 to justify the request to dismiss the case.

Nicolas Maduro's government has launched an investigation against Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.

Donald Trump has nominated investor Scott Bessent for the post of US Treasury Secretary. Bessent is the head of the Key Square Group hedge fund and a recognized expert in geopolitics and economics.

The United States warns that Chinese hackers are preparing for a potential conflict over the compromise of critical infrastructure. The US Cyber Command takes offensive and defensive measures against China's cyber operations.

Hungarian Foreign Minister calls US sanctions against Gazprombank an attempt on the country's sovereignty. Hungary is discussing the situation with Turkey, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria and Serbia over the threat to energy security.

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will visit Italy on November 23-27 to participate in the G7 ministerial meeting. He will also meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss international issues.

New US sanctions against Gazprombank could make it impossible for the EU to pay for Russian gas until the end of 2024. The sanctions include a wind-down period until December 20 and restrict energy transactions through the US financial system.

The Spanish Government is preparing a national civil protection plan to counter military threats. The plan will be part of a new five-year National Civil Protection Strategy.

Oil prices posted their biggest weekly rise in two months due to the escalating conflict in Ukraine. Brent reached $74.14 per barrel and WTI reached $70.07 amid rising geopolitical tensions.