Donald Trump's administration has introduced new guidelines for consulates, allowing them to deny visas to elderly immigrants and individuals with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and obesity. Visa officers must assess whether an applicant could become a "burden" on society, considering their ability to pay for medical care.
Caroline Leavitt, Donald Trump's press secretary, called the BBC "100% fake news" and a "propaganda machine" after the broadcaster was accused of bias. She stated that watching the BBC "ruins" her day and that taxpayers are "forced to pay for a left-wing propaganda machine."
Romania and Bulgaria are trying to prevent the shutdown of their critical oil refineries as US sanctions against their Russian owners take effect on November 21. Bulgaria is considering nationalizing Lukoil's refinery in Burgas, while Romania views nationalization as a "last resort" for the Petrotel refinery.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and his team are looking for new ideas to end the 38-day US government shutdown. This comes after attempts to force Democrats to vote for the House-passed funding bill failed.
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, firing over 450 attack drones and 45 missiles, targeting residential buildings, energy, and infrastructure. President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia, especially regarding its energy sector and frozen assets.
The United States granted Hungary a one-year waiver from sanctions for using Russian oil and gas after Prime Minister Orban's meeting with President Trump. Hungary pledged to purchase approximately $600 million worth of liquefied natural gas from the US.
On November 7, Hamas handed over the body of a suspected hostage from the Gaza Strip to Israel through the mediation of the Red Cross. The body was delivered to the National Institute of Forensic Medicine for identification.
Democrats in the US Congress are calling on Prince Andrew, King Charles III's younger brother, to appear for questioning regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has invited him to provide testimony in an investigation concerning Epstein's associates.
The United States of America and Hungary signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of nuclear energy on November 7. The document provides for negotiations on cooperation in the civilian nuclear industry, including small modular reactors and spent fuel storage.
Piles of garbage have turned Gaza into a dangerous living zone, with humanitarian services warning of health risks for over two million people. Following Israel's military campaign, the waste disposal system is virtually non-functional, with over two million tons of untreated waste accumulated.
The US plans to acquire at least 1 million drones for the army over the next two to three years. This is a response to the lessons learned from the war in Ukraine and concerns about dependence on Chinese-made components.
Naftogaz and the Greek company ATLANTIC-SEE LNG TRADE S. A. signed a memorandum on regular supplies of American liquefied natural gas to Ukraine until 2050. Supplies will be carried out through Greek gas terminals and the Vertical Corridor.
The United States fully supports the European Union's use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The EU proposes to use up to 185 billion euros of Russian sovereign assets frozen in Europe without confiscating them.
The US shutdown has deprived oil traders of access to critical data on market positioning. This could destabilize commodity trading as the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has stopped publishing Commitments of Traders reports.
Donald Trump said he canceled a meeting with Vladimir Putin because Russia does not want to stop. The US President believes that the invasion of Ukraine would not have happened during his presidency.
Donald Trump said that Washington is considering making an exception for Hungary regarding sanctions on Russian oil imports. This is due to the fact that it is difficult for Hungary to obtain oil and gas from other regions due to its landlocked status.
During a meeting with Trump, Hungarian Prime Minister Orban stated that Ukraine could still win the war, but, according to him, it would be "a miracle. " Trump agreed with this.
The Philippines is conducting 10-day "Sea, Sky, and Land" military exercises with the United States, simulating scenarios to counter an invasion where China is the main threat. The exercises are taking place in the South China Sea and the northern part of Luzon, a region that the United States considers a key breakthrough point in the event of a conflict with the PRC.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had been planning to assassinate Israel's ambassador to Mexico since late last year. The attempt was thwarted, and there is currently no threat.
The US administration sold 20 sniper rifles to the BOPE unit in Rio de Janeiro, despite warnings from diplomats. This unit was involved in a raid that killed 121 people.
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Kremlin spokesman Peskov denied media reports that Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov had lost Putin's favor, stating that the minister continues to lead Russia's diplomacy. However, Lavrov was absent from an important meeting in Moscow, and the 75-year-old minister will not attend the G20 summit, which was previously his prerogative.
International tourism in Cuba continues to decline, putting the communist island on track for its worst performance since the pandemic. In the first nine months of the year, 1.4 million foreign tourists visited the island, which is 20% less than in the same period of 2024.
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The Rapid Support Forces are carrying out mass executions of civilians in the Sudanese city of Al-Fashir, using drones and heavy equipment. Witnesses report shelling, people being run over by vehicles, and killings in homes, while satellite images show mass graves.
Naftogaz Group and Polish company ORLEN have signed agreements for the supply of at least 300 million cubic meters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US. This will contribute to diversifying supply routes and strengthening Europe's energy security.
36 historical artifacts, illegally exported from Egypt, have been returned from the United States in cooperation with US authorities. Among them are a funerary mask, a vessel, a stele, 24 manuscripts, and a plaster panel.
The official investigation into the temporarily suspended head of the State Aviation Service, Oleksandr Bilchuk, is taking significantly longer than standard. The Cabinet of Ministers is thoroughly examining the facts of the transfer of repair documentation for Mi-8MT(MTV) helicopters to a company associated with the Russian military-industrial complex, which may indicate serious offenses.
China's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, the country's third warship, is equipped with electromagnetic catapults for faster aircraft takeoffs. Its commissioning marks a significant step for Beijing, which now boasts the world's largest navy.
Hungarian oil refiner Mol said it could source most of its oil from non-Russian sources, signaling a shift in tone ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
