November 20, 2024
US
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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The morning news cycle focused on Trump's nomination of Linda McMahon to lead the Education Department, which he plans to potentially dismantle. This appointment, alongside Dr. Oz for Medicare and Howard Lutnick for Commerce, completed Trump's initial cabinet formation phase, with Elon Musk emerging as a key advisor.
By midday, attention shifted to the closure of the US Embassy in Kyiv over potential Russian retaliation for Ukraine's ATACMS strikes. Biden's approval of antipersonnel mines for Ukraine marked a significant policy reversal.
The evening was dominated by the House Ethics Committee's deadlock over releasing the Matt Gaetz investigation report, while Speaker Johnson announced restrictions on transgender access to Capitol bathrooms. Jose Ibarra's conviction and life sentence in the Laken Riley murder case generated extensive coverage, particularly in conservative media outlets.
Comcast's plan to spin off its cable networks, including MSNBC, signaled major media industry restructuring.
By midday, attention shifted to the closure of the US Embassy in Kyiv over potential Russian retaliation for Ukraine's ATACMS strikes. Biden's approval of antipersonnel mines for Ukraine marked a significant policy reversal.
The evening was dominated by the House Ethics Committee's deadlock over releasing the Matt Gaetz investigation report, while Speaker Johnson announced restrictions on transgender access to Capitol bathrooms. Jose Ibarra's conviction and life sentence in the Laken Riley murder case generated extensive coverage, particularly in conservative media outlets.
Comcast's plan to spin off its cable networks, including MSNBC, signaled major media industry restructuring.
Israel
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Three UAVs from Lebanon penetrated Israeli airspace for 20 minutes in the morning, reaching Haifa before crashing. Staff Sergeant (res.) Roi Sasson became the 800th military casualty since October 7th, falling in Jabalia while saving his battalion commander.
US envoy Hochstein's arrival for ceasefire talks coincided with Hezbollah's conditional acceptance of the arrangement, while America vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Finance Minister Smotrich argued that maintaining presence in Gaza serves as leverage for hostage negotiations.
The evening brought a dual tragedy in Lebanon: Staff Sergeant (res.) Eitan Ben-Ami died in a building collapse, followed by the unauthorized entry and death of archeologist Ze'ev Erlich, 71, who joined Golani forces to examine an ancient fortress. The military's handling of both incidents raised questions about operational procedures in the northern front.
US envoy Hochstein's arrival for ceasefire talks coincided with Hezbollah's conditional acceptance of the arrangement, while America vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Finance Minister Smotrich argued that maintaining presence in Gaza serves as leverage for hostage negotiations.
The evening brought a dual tragedy in Lebanon: Staff Sergeant (res.) Eitan Ben-Ami died in a building collapse, followed by the unauthorized entry and death of archeologist Ze'ev Erlich, 71, who joined Golani forces to examine an ancient fortress. The military's handling of both incidents raised questions about operational procedures in the northern front.
Germany
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Morning revelations about amateur Ukrainian divers conducting the Nord Stream sabotage coincided with mounting SPD leadership crisis. The party scheduled a "timely decision" regarding Scholz's replacement with Pistorius as chancellor candidate.
By midday, Ford announced 2,900 job cuts in Germany, while Baerbock canceled her COP29 appearance. The afternoon brought confirmation of Ukraine's first Storm Shadow missile strikes on Russian territory, marking an escalation in Western weapon deployment.
Evening coverage revealed Selenskyj's admission that military recapture of Crimea was impossible, while Putin reportedly signaled openness to negotiations with Trump. In Thuringia, CDU, SPD, and BSW reached a coalition agreement, demonstrating shifting political alignments. The Federal Network Agency's plan to divide Germany into five electricity price zones emerged as a significant economic development.
Reports of Putin recruiting NATO-trained soldiers and Mercedes planning "billions in cost reductions" closed the day's coverage.
By midday, Ford announced 2,900 job cuts in Germany, while Baerbock canceled her COP29 appearance. The afternoon brought confirmation of Ukraine's first Storm Shadow missile strikes on Russian territory, marking an escalation in Western weapon deployment.
Evening coverage revealed Selenskyj's admission that military recapture of Crimea was impossible, while Putin reportedly signaled openness to negotiations with Trump. In Thuringia, CDU, SPD, and BSW reached a coalition agreement, demonstrating shifting political alignments. The Federal Network Agency's plan to divide Germany into five electricity price zones emerged as a significant economic development.
Reports of Putin recruiting NATO-trained soldiers and Mercedes planning "billions in cost reductions" closed the day's coverage.
France
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Pierre Palmade's trial dominated morning coverage, with the comedian expressing remorse before receiving a five-year sentence, including two years of immediate imprisonment, for the February 2023 drug-influenced crash. The verdict arrived by evening, closing a media cycle that began with his arrest.
As storm Caetano approached, weather alerts expanded from 28 to 52 departments across France, prompting preparations for significant snowfall. The meteorological event overlapped with ongoing farmer protests against the Mercosur agreement, as Michel Barnier engaged with Coordination Rurale representatives.
International coverage focused on Ukraine's first use of British Storm Shadow missiles on Russian territory, while Baltic Sea cable disruptions gained attention as Denmark monitored a Chinese vessel near the damaged infrastructure. The US confirmed plans to supply anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, marking another escalation in Western military support.
As storm Caetano approached, weather alerts expanded from 28 to 52 departments across France, prompting preparations for significant snowfall. The meteorological event overlapped with ongoing farmer protests against the Mercosur agreement, as Michel Barnier engaged with Coordination Rurale representatives.
International coverage focused on Ukraine's first use of British Storm Shadow missiles on Russian territory, while Baltic Sea cable disruptions gained attention as Denmark monitored a Chinese vessel near the damaged infrastructure. The US confirmed plans to supply anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, marking another escalation in Western military support.
Lebanon
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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US envoy Hochstein's morning meetings with Speaker Berri produced claims of progress, while media reported resolution of the "self-defense clause" dispute in ceasefire negotiations. The diplomatic momentum was interrupted when Israeli forces killed a Lebanese Army soldier near Qlayaa, the second such incident in two days.
By afternoon, Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Qassem delivered a scheduled speech, maintaining militant rhetoric while acknowledging ongoing negotiations. Israeli forces raised their flag in Shama village, signaling expanded presence beyond previous positions.
Evening brought increased military activity, with Hezbollah claiming strikes on Ramya and Khiam positions, while Israeli media reported casualties among Golani Brigade forces. The day's events demonstrated the pattern seen since November 17, with diplomatic progress occurring parallel to military escalation, particularly targeting Lebanese state institutions.
By afternoon, Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Qassem delivered a scheduled speech, maintaining militant rhetoric while acknowledging ongoing negotiations. Israeli forces raised their flag in Shama village, signaling expanded presence beyond previous positions.
Evening brought increased military activity, with Hezbollah claiming strikes on Ramya and Khiam positions, while Israeli media reported casualties among Golani Brigade forces. The day's events demonstrated the pattern seen since November 17, with diplomatic progress occurring parallel to military escalation, particularly targeting Lebanese state institutions.
Ukraine
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Multiple Western embassies in Kyiv closed their doors following warnings of potential massive Russian strikes, creating morning tension that military intelligence later dismissed as disinformation. The Pentagon announced a new $275 million aid package, while reports confirmed U.S. authorization for Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles against targets within Russia.
Bloomberg and Western sources confirmed Ukraine's first use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russian territory, specifically in Kursk region, marking a significant escalation in strike capabilities. This followed previous days' confirmation of ATACMS strikes in Bryansk.
By evening, Zelensky acknowledged Ukraine's inability to restore 1991 borders through military means alone, suggesting openness to diplomatic solutions for Crimea. The Biden administration proposed writing off $4.65 billion of Ukraine's debt, while reports emerged of Russia preparing a Ukraine partition plan for potential Trump administration negotiations.
Bloomberg and Western sources confirmed Ukraine's first use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russian territory, specifically in Kursk region, marking a significant escalation in strike capabilities. This followed previous days' confirmation of ATACMS strikes in Bryansk.
By evening, Zelensky acknowledged Ukraine's inability to restore 1991 borders through military means alone, suggesting openness to diplomatic solutions for Crimea. The Biden administration proposed writing off $4.65 billion of Ukraine's debt, while reports emerged of Russia preparing a Ukraine partition plan for potential Trump administration negotiations.
Palestine
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Morning reports focused on new casualties in Rafah and Jabalia, with civil defense operations largely halted due to vehicle damage. A significant proposal emerged involving American private security companies for aid distribution in Gaza, with UAE participation.
By midday, reports surfaced of Israeli military's admission of difficulties controlling Gaza territory, while new documentation emerged of two Gaza prisoners being used as human shields before their execution. Hezbollah operations resulted in five Israeli soldier casualties in southern Lebanon, including members of the elite Maglan unit.
The evening was dominated by the US exercising its fourth veto against a UN Security Council ceasefire resolution. Meanwhile, strikes on schools housing displaced persons in northern Gaza and Nuseirat resulted in multiple casualties. Reports indicated progress in Lebanon border negotiations, with sources suggesting possible resolution within a week.
By midday, reports surfaced of Israeli military's admission of difficulties controlling Gaza territory, while new documentation emerged of two Gaza prisoners being used as human shields before their execution. Hezbollah operations resulted in five Israeli soldier casualties in southern Lebanon, including members of the elite Maglan unit.
The evening was dominated by the US exercising its fourth veto against a UN Security Council ceasefire resolution. Meanwhile, strikes on schools housing displaced persons in northern Gaza and Nuseirat resulted in multiple casualties. Reports indicated progress in Lebanon border negotiations, with sources suggesting possible resolution within a week.
UK
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Following Biden's authorization of ATACMS use and anti-personnel mines for Ukraine, morning reports focused on Western embassies evacuating Kyiv over intelligence of Russian air attacks. US, Italy, Spain, and Greece closed their missions, though Ukraine claimed this was part of Russian psychological operations.
By midday, news emerged of Ukraine firing British-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russian territory for the first time, marking an expansion of Western-supplied weapons' use beyond Ukraine's borders. Russia's foreign minister warned of escalation, while reports surfaced of Putin's 12-day absence from public view.
Evening coverage revealed UK-trained elite commandos being approached to fight for Russia, while European nations accused Moscow of orchestrating attacks on undersea data cables. The Telegraph reported the UK government cutting £500m from defence spending despite the escalation in Ukraine.
By midday, news emerged of Ukraine firing British-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russian territory for the first time, marking an expansion of Western-supplied weapons' use beyond Ukraine's borders. Russia's foreign minister warned of escalation, while reports surfaced of Putin's 12-day absence from public view.
Evening coverage revealed UK-trained elite commandos being approached to fight for Russia, while European nations accused Moscow of orchestrating attacks on undersea data cables. The Telegraph reported the UK government cutting £500m from defence spending despite the escalation in Ukraine.
Iran
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Morning coverage centered on Iran's offer to halt 60% uranium enrichment increases, a significant shift from previous positions, contingent on IAEA board refraining from issuing new resolutions. Araghchi conducted multiple diplomatic calls warning against "provocative" board actions, while Grossi characterized Iran's offer as a "tangible step."
By midday, attention shifted to Supreme Leader Khamenei's unprecedented call for modernization of religious seminaries, emphasizing need to address contemporary social issues - a notable development given recent internal debates about religious authority.
Evening brought Gharibabadi's warning of "immediate response" to any IAEA resolution, while retired teachers protested outside parliament over pension issues. Qatar's foreign minister arrived with what state media described as a "new message," continuing mediation efforts documented in previous days.
Reports emerged of Ukraine's first Storm Shadow missile strike on Russian territory, marking escalation in that conflict's conventional warfare capabilities.
By midday, attention shifted to Supreme Leader Khamenei's unprecedented call for modernization of religious seminaries, emphasizing need to address contemporary social issues - a notable development given recent internal debates about religious authority.
Evening brought Gharibabadi's warning of "immediate response" to any IAEA resolution, while retired teachers protested outside parliament over pension issues. Qatar's foreign minister arrived with what state media described as a "new message," continuing mediation efforts documented in previous days.
Reports emerged of Ukraine's first Storm Shadow missile strike on Russian territory, marking escalation in that conflict's conventional warfare capabilities.
Russia
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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The morning began with reports of 44 Ukrainian drones intercepted across nine Russian regions overnight. FSB announced detaining a German citizen allegedly planning energy infrastructure sabotage in Kaliningrad, generating extensive coverage across state media.
By afternoon, multiple Western outlets confirmed Ukraine's first use of British Storm Shadow missiles deep inside Russian territory, following previous day's ATACMS strikes. The expanding range of Ukrainian strike capabilities prompted varied responses from Moscow - from Peskov explicitly ruling out conflict freeze to Zakharova declaring Ukraine's diminishing value to the West.
Evening brought Siluanov's announcement of plans to use frozen Western assets as retaliation, while Zelensky publicly acknowledged Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea militarily. Pentagon issued statements emphasizing need for dialogue with Russia, China, and North Korea to prevent nuclear escalation.
By afternoon, multiple Western outlets confirmed Ukraine's first use of British Storm Shadow missiles deep inside Russian territory, following previous day's ATACMS strikes. The expanding range of Ukrainian strike capabilities prompted varied responses from Moscow - from Peskov explicitly ruling out conflict freeze to Zakharova declaring Ukraine's diminishing value to the West.
Evening brought Siluanov's announcement of plans to use frozen Western assets as retaliation, while Zelensky publicly acknowledged Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea militarily. Pentagon issued statements emphasizing need for dialogue with Russia, China, and North Korea to prevent nuclear escalation.
Italy
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Medical care across Italy ground to a halt as healthcare workers achieved 85% participation in their nationwide strike, affecting 15,000 surgeries and 100,000 specialist visits. Opposition leader Schlein joined the protests, while government maintained minimal services.
Putin's update to Russia's nuclear doctrine dominated morning coverage, allowing atomic response to Western conventional weapons. By afternoon, US and Italian embassies in Kiev closed, warning of imminent significant Russian air strikes. Moscow signaled openness to negotiations with Trump while rejecting front-line freeze.
Evening brought resolution to the week-long EU Commission stalemate, with parliamentary committees approving both Fitto and Ribera as vice presidents after complex negotiations. The Italian women's tennis team provided a bright spot, securing their first Billie Jean King Cup victory against Slovakia in Malaga.
Putin's update to Russia's nuclear doctrine dominated morning coverage, allowing atomic response to Western conventional weapons. By afternoon, US and Italian embassies in Kiev closed, warning of imminent significant Russian air strikes. Moscow signaled openness to negotiations with Trump while rejecting front-line freeze.
Evening brought resolution to the week-long EU Commission stalemate, with parliamentary committees approving both Fitto and Ribera as vice presidents after complex negotiations. The Italian women's tennis team provided a bright spot, securing their first Billie Jean King Cup victory against Slovakia in Malaga.
Japan
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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The morning began with reports of October's fourth consecutive trade deficit, while the ruling coalition and Democratic People's Party reached agreement on raising the ¥1.03 million income threshold - a major shift in tax policy that dominated coverage throughout the day.
By midday, veteran actor Hirano Shohei's death at 75 briefly shifted attention, but focus returned to the economic package as details emerged of potential ¥200,000 tax reductions. The agreement marks the first successful "partial coalition" function under PM Ishiba's minority government.
Evening coverage revealed government plans for ¥200 billion investment in Rapidus for semiconductor production, while military news emerged of US plans to supply anti-personnel mines to Ukraine. The day closed with reports of former yokozuna Kitanofuji's death at 82, marking the passing of a sumo era.
By midday, veteran actor Hirano Shohei's death at 75 briefly shifted attention, but focus returned to the economic package as details emerged of potential ¥200,000 tax reductions. The agreement marks the first successful "partial coalition" function under PM Ishiba's minority government.
Evening coverage revealed government plans for ¥200 billion investment in Rapidus for semiconductor production, while military news emerged of US plans to supply anti-personnel mines to Ukraine. The day closed with reports of former yokozuna Kitanofuji's death at 82, marking the passing of a sumo era.
Netherlands
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Morning papers highlighted the fragile climate aid commitment of €1 billion to developing nations, while reports emerged of Russia-Ukraine positioning ahead of potential Trump presidency. The ECB warned about state debt sustainability in low-growth scenarios.
By afternoon, Pieter Omtzigt returned to parliament, marking a shift in the ongoing political crisis that began with NSC's internal tensions last week. Teachers reported growing classroom polarization over Gaza discussions, connecting to the previous week's Dam Square aftermath.
Evening coverage revealed multiple security vulnerabilities: Russian GPS interference affecting Dutch aircraft, suspected sabotage of undersea cables, and increased weapons procurement from Israel. A nationwide poultry lockdown was implemented due to bird flu spread. The High Tech Campus Eindhoven announced expansion plans despite power grid constraints, while rental market data showed resilience despite investor selloff.
By afternoon, Pieter Omtzigt returned to parliament, marking a shift in the ongoing political crisis that began with NSC's internal tensions last week. Teachers reported growing classroom polarization over Gaza discussions, connecting to the previous week's Dam Square aftermath.
Evening coverage revealed multiple security vulnerabilities: Russian GPS interference affecting Dutch aircraft, suspected sabotage of undersea cables, and increased weapons procurement from Israel. A nationwide poultry lockdown was implemented due to bird flu spread. The High Tech Campus Eindhoven announced expansion plans despite power grid constraints, while rental market data showed resilience despite investor selloff.
India
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Maharashtra's assembly elections and by-elections in five states were marked by accusations of voter suppression and violence. By morning, seven police officers were suspended in UP for interfering with burqa-clad voters, while a video emerged of an inspector threatening voters with a revolver in Muzaffarnagar.
A Dalit woman's body was found in UP's Karhal, with family claiming she was killed for supporting BJP. The incident intensified political tensions during voting.
By afternoon, Maharashtra reported 58% turnout, with Mumbai showing notably low participation. The Bitcoin controversy from previous days evolved into an AI-generated audio dispute between Supriya Sule and Ajit Pawar.
Evening exit polls predicted advantage for BJP-led Mahayuti in Maharashtra, while showing a tight contest in Jharkhand. The day ended with media focus shifting from violence reports to electoral predictions.
A Dalit woman's body was found in UP's Karhal, with family claiming she was killed for supporting BJP. The incident intensified political tensions during voting.
By afternoon, Maharashtra reported 58% turnout, with Mumbai showing notably low participation. The Bitcoin controversy from previous days evolved into an AI-generated audio dispute between Supriya Sule and Ajit Pawar.
Evening exit polls predicted advantage for BJP-led Mahayuti in Maharashtra, while showing a tight contest in Jharkhand. The day ended with media focus shifting from violence reports to electoral predictions.
Poland
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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The collapse of a PKS depot roof in Mława resulted in two fatalities, with rescue operations suspended and later resumed due to structural concerns. The incident dominated morning coverage, running parallel to reports of Ukraine deploying Storm Shadow missiles against Russian targets for the first time since receiving ATACMS authorization.
Donald Tusk announced an extraordinary summit regarding Ukraine following his conversation with Zelenskyy, while five separate investigations into Macierewicz's Smolensk subcommittee emerged. The Baltic cable damage investigation continued with reports of an undetained Chinese vessel's involvement.
PSL's appointments at the Military Property Agency without formal competitions sparked coalition tensions, with partners describing it as "swarming like potato beetles." PiS's presidential candidate selection process narrowed to two names, with reports of a venue already reserved for the announcement.
Donald Tusk announced an extraordinary summit regarding Ukraine following his conversation with Zelenskyy, while five separate investigations into Macierewicz's Smolensk subcommittee emerged. The Baltic cable damage investigation continued with reports of an undetained Chinese vessel's involvement.
PSL's appointments at the Military Property Agency without formal competitions sparked coalition tensions, with partners describing it as "swarming like potato beetles." PiS's presidential candidate selection process narrowed to two names, with reports of a venue already reserved for the announcement.
Spain
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Minister Ribera's long-awaited Congress appearance dominated coverage, as she countered Mazón's DANA narrative with detailed documentation: 198 warning emails and 25 road service alerts before 13:00 on the critical day. The defense proved effective, as President Mazón dismissed Emergency Minister Pradas by evening.
In Brussels, the three major political groups reached an agreement securing Ribera's EU Commission vice-presidency, despite Spanish PP's opposition. The deal included unprecedented far-right participation in the Commission.
Meanwhile, Putin's nuclear threats following Ukraine's first use of Western long-range missiles led to embassy closures in Kiev. The Kremlin declared the conflict had evolved into a Russia-NATO war.
Rafa Nadal's retirement announcement, following Spain's Davis Cup elimination, received continuous coverage throughout the day.
In Brussels, the three major political groups reached an agreement securing Ribera's EU Commission vice-presidency, despite Spanish PP's opposition. The deal included unprecedented far-right participation in the Commission.
Meanwhile, Putin's nuclear threats following Ukraine's first use of Western long-range missiles led to embassy closures in Kiev. The Kremlin declared the conflict had evolved into a Russia-NATO war.
Rafa Nadal's retirement announcement, following Spain's Davis Cup elimination, received continuous coverage throughout the day.
Turkey
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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The Yenidoğan gang trial entered its third day, with nurse Cansu Akyıldırım's testimony revealing profit motives behind infant deaths. MIT Chief Ibrahim Kalın gave an unusual three-hour presentation to CHP leadership about terrorism threats.
Parliamentary tensions escalated when Interior Minister Yerlikaya faced physical obstruction from opposition deputies, leading to a confrontation that dominated midday coverage. Istanbul announced a 17.5% water price increase, while 500 miners in Çayırhan locked themselves underground to protest privatization.
By evening, MHP leadership requested the resignation of three deputies over alleged gold smuggling connections. The deputies complied with formal loyalty oaths upon departure. Meanwhile, Turkey's Foreign Ministry condemned a missile attack on a Turkish cargo vessel near Yemen, while Israel's strike on Syria's Palmyra resulted in 36 casualties.
Parliamentary tensions escalated when Interior Minister Yerlikaya faced physical obstruction from opposition deputies, leading to a confrontation that dominated midday coverage. Istanbul announced a 17.5% water price increase, while 500 miners in Çayırhan locked themselves underground to protest privatization.
By evening, MHP leadership requested the resignation of three deputies over alleged gold smuggling connections. The deputies complied with formal loyalty oaths upon departure. Meanwhile, Turkey's Foreign Ministry condemned a missile attack on a Turkish cargo vessel near Yemen, while Israel's strike on Syria's Palmyra resulted in 36 casualties.
China
•20.11.2024
•Wednesday
•279 days ago
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Xi's arrival in Brasilia dominated morning coverage, continuing his Latin American diplomatic tour following APEC and Lima meetings. State media emphasized multilateral cooperation themes while downplaying US-related tensions.
Jimmy Lai's first testimony in his national security trial marked a critical moment in Hong Kong's ongoing political transformation. His denial of promoting independence or using US connections to influence policy generated extensive coverage, while US authorities announced new visa restrictions on Hong Kong officials following the previous day's sentencing of 45 democracy activists.
By afternoon, coverage shifted to Xi's formal meetings with Lula, as China-Brazil relations elevated amid discussions of development strategy alignment. Meanwhile, reports emerged of Danish navy intercepting a Chinese vessel following submarine cable damage incidents, while Caixin revealed growing concerns about pandemic-era bank loans turning sour.
Jimmy Lai's first testimony in his national security trial marked a critical moment in Hong Kong's ongoing political transformation. His denial of promoting independence or using US connections to influence policy generated extensive coverage, while US authorities announced new visa restrictions on Hong Kong officials following the previous day's sentencing of 45 democracy activists.
By afternoon, coverage shifted to Xi's formal meetings with Lula, as China-Brazil relations elevated amid discussions of development strategy alignment. Meanwhile, reports emerged of Danish navy intercepting a Chinese vessel following submarine cable damage incidents, while Caixin revealed growing concerns about pandemic-era bank loans turning sour.
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