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• Defeat ISIS Mission in Iraq and Syria - Past 60 Days CENTCOM 04 Nov 2024 -- Since August 29, in partnership with security forces in Iraq and Syria, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) conducted 95 Defeat ISIS (D-ISIS) operations, some of which included unilateral strikes in Syria. These operations resulted in 163 terrorists killed and 33 captured, including over 30 senior and mid-level ISIS leaders.
• US Deploys Six B-52 Bombers to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions Sputnik 04 Nov 2024 -- Washington has deployed the bombers amid escalation in Lebanon, Iran, Israel and Palestine, Air & Space Forces Magazine reports, citing American officials.
• Connecticut National Guard Assists With Hawthorne Brush Fire Army News 04 Nov 2024 -- Forty aviators, firefighters, and support personnel from the Connecticut National Guard were activated to assist local and state emergency personnel with containing a brush fire that consumed more than 120 acres of wildlife on Lamentation Mountain on Oct. 23.
• Yemeni forces to continue to hit all Israel-linked ships regardless of any change in ownership Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- The Yemeni Armed Forces say they will continue to hit all Israel-linked ships in nearby waters, regardless of any change in their ownership or flags.
• Yemen army vows to keep targeting Israel-linked vessels IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Yemeni Armed Forces says the transfer and sale of shares of shipping companies affiliated to the Zionist regime to other companies or parties will not effect Yemen's punitive measures against those companies or ships.

Defense Policy / Programs

• Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds Press Briefing DoD 04 Nov 2024
• DOD Awards Project to Develop Open Radio Access Network Prototype at Fort Bliss DoD 04 Nov 2024 -- The Department of Defense (DoD) announced today the award of a contract in the amount of $6,514,697.51 to Hughes Network Systems, LLC for the development of an Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) prototype at Fort Bliss, Texas.
• Air Force top enlisted leader discusses threats, Airmen tenacity at Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium US Air Force 04 Nov 2024 -- Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi, addressed a crowd of more than 1,000 Airmen during the 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium, Nov. 1, in Grapevine.
• DAF senior leaders emphasize reoptimizing for GPC, ready Airmen for future fight US Air Force 04 Nov 2024 -- The 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium gathered Air Force and joint force leaders, civic leaders, industry representatives and more than 1,000 current and former Airmen to underscore the critical role of the U.S. Air Force in a rapidly shifting global landscape, Oct. 31 to Nov. 3.
• CSAF addresses the future of integrated capabilities at AFMC senior leader conference US Air Force 04 Nov 2024 -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin remains fully focused on the Air Force's plans to reoptimize for Great Power Competition.
• CSAF looks to air mobility past, present, asks Airmen to invest in DAF future US Air Force 04 Nov 2024 -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin celebrated past and present air mobility achievements and provided insights on the way ahead for the Air Force and mobility forces during his keynote address at the Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium, Nov. 2, in Grapevine.
• U.S. 7th Fleet Attends Staff Talks with Indonesian Navy Leadership US Navy 04 Nov 2024 -- Vice Adm. Fred Kacher, commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, and members of the U.S. 7th Fleet Staff met with key leaders and counterparts of the Indonesian Navy as part of a leadership engagement onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Oct. 23-24.
• SECNAV Announces Service Life Extensions for 3 Cruisers US Navy Press Release 04 Nov 2024 -- The Department of the Navy plans to operate three Ticonderoga-class (CG 47) cruisers beyond their expected service life: USS Gettysburg (CG 64), USS Chosin (CG 65), and USS Cape St. George (CG 71). This decision adds 10 years of cumulative ship service life from fiscal year 2026 to 2029.
• USS The Sullivans Deploys US Navy Press Release 04 Nov 2024 -- The guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) departed Naval Station Mayport for a scheduled deployment, Nov. 2.
• Maryland National Guard Hosts International Visitor Leadership Program Army News 04 Nov 2024 -- The Maryland National Guard hosted more than 30 public officials, academics and security analysts from NATO member states and aspirant countries via the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program at Martin State Air National Guard Base on Oct. 25
• NATO Secretary General in Berlin: "your support saves lives on the battlefield every day" NATO 04 Nov 2024 -- During his first official visit to Berlin on Monday (4 November), NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte thanked Chancellor Olaf Scholz for Germany's significant contributions to the Alliance and its ongoing support for Ukraine.
• Russia Grants Citizenship To 3,344 Foreigners Under Ukraine Service Decree RFE/RL 04 Nov 2024 -- Russia has granted citizenship to 3,344 foreigners since the start of the year under a decree by President Vladimir Putin that allows passports to be issued to participants in the invasion of Ukraine and their family members.
• Russia, Indonesia begin unprecedented naval drills VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Indonesia and Russia began their first-ever joint naval exercises Monday in the Java Sea.
• Minister of National Defence L. Kasčiūnas met with Minister of Defence of Ukraine R. Umerov in Kyiv Lithuania MND 04 Nov 2024 -- Minister of National Defence Laurynas Kasčiūnas is conducting a visit to Kyiv where he has met with Minister of Defence of Ukraine Rustem Umerov and other officials of the country. The meeting primarily revolved around Lithuanian's assistance to Ukraine and the most pressing current issues to Ukraine.
• Taiwan Air Force kicks off annual Sky Dragon drills CNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Taiwan's Air Force began its annual Tien Lung, or "Sky Dragon" drills Monday, following their postponement last week due to Typhoon Kong-rey.
• 1st batch of U.S. rocket systems arrive in Taiwan, training underway: Source CNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The first batch of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) Taiwan bought from the United States has arrived in the nation, with a Taichung-based artillery base undergoing training on how to operate them, a military source said Monday.
• Lai praises progress on next-generation light frigate at keel-laying ceremony CNA 04 Nov 2024 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) praised the progress made in Taiwan's ongoing domestic shipbuilding project, while presiding over a keel-laying ceremony for an indigenous-built light frigate prototype in Kaohsiung on Monday.
• Defence to prioritise resilient satellite communications capability Australia DOD 04 Nov 2024 -- As outlined in the 2024 National Defence Strategy, Defence requires space capabilities that enhance intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, provide resilient communications and counter emerging space threats. The Integrated Investment Program included $9-$12 billion to invest in enhanced space capabilities.
• Australia Refuses to Purchase Lockheed Martin Satellite Communications Systems Sputnik 04 Nov 2024 -- Australia has refused to purchase satellite communications systems from a local unit of US company Lockheed Martin due to the mismatch with the country's strategic priorities, the Australian Department of Defence said on Monday.
• Defence continues to support sanctions against North Korea Australia DOD 04 Nov 2024 -- Australia's contribution to multinational efforts to enforce United Nations (UN) Security Council sanctions against North Korea continues, with a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P‑8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft deployed for Operation Argos.
• French aircraft carrier's planned deployment panders to NATO's expansion into Asia-Pacific: experts Global Times 04 Nov 2024 -- The French Navy's Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is set to depart for deployment to the "Indo-Pacific" and possibly make "historic" calls to Japan and the Philippines, Naval News reported, a move that experts believe is an attempt to pander to NATO's expansion into the Asia-Pacific, which is detrimental to regional peace and stability.
• CDS Gen Anil Chauhan concludes his four day visit to Algeria India PIB 04 Nov 2024 -- Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan led a high-ranking Indian military delegation on an official visit to the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria from 31 Oct - 03 Nov 2024
• PRESS RELEASE India PIB 04 Nov 2024 -- The 5th Edition of Vietnam Indian Bilateral Army Exercise "VINBAX 2024" commenced today at Ambala
• Combined rescue and relief exercise ends in Caspian Sea IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan have ended combined rescue and relief exercises in the Caspian Sea, the spokesman of the Caspian Sea exercises announced.
• Iran, Azerbaijan hold rescue and relief exercises in Caspian Sea IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Iran and the Azerbaijan Republic have begun combined rescue and relief exercises in the Caspian Sea.
• Iran, Azerbaijan to hold joint search and rescue naval drills in Caspian Sea Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Iran and Azerbaijan are set to hold joint search and rescue drills in the Caspian Sea with the aim of strengthening mutual cooperation and achieving maritime security.
• IRGC has precise information about meetings of enemy intelligence services to destabilize region: Cmdr. IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Commander of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force says the IRGC has reliable information indicating that enemy intelligence services have convened meetings in several countries in the region to orchestrate terrorist groups for destabilizing the region.
• 'We're over their heads': Iran's Navy chief says US warships 'under close watch' Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- The commander of the Iranian Navy has hailed the force's comprehensive surveillance over the American warships that sail across regional waters.
• Israel's military struggling with shortage of troops: Report Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Israel's military is facing a critical manpower problem as it runs short of thousands of troops, a report says.
• Republic of Korea - E-7 Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft DSCA 04 Nov 2024 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Korea of E-7 Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft and related elements of logistics and program support for an estimated cost of $4.92 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
• Satellite deal signed for advanced military tech UK MOD 04 Nov 2024 -- New Juno satellite to support military operations will be designed and built in the UK.
• Within NATO Enhanced Vigilance Activities Turkish and NATO Components Wraps Up Exercise NEPTUNE STRIKE 24.2 Republic of Turkey Ministry of National Defence 04 Nov 2024
• Letter of Intent (LOI) on expanded defence cooperation between Sweden and Hungary Government Offices of Sweden 04 Nov 2024 -- On 16 October 2024, Minister for Defence Pål Jonson and Hungarian Minister of Defence Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky signed a Letter of Intent (LOI).
• MoD signed contract for two Embraer C-390 Millennium transport aircraft Czech Republic Ministry of Defence & Armed Forces 04 Nov 2024 -- The Czech MoD signed a contract with Embraer of Brazil for the procurement of two Embraer C-390 Millennium medium transport aircraft.
• HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa New Zealand Defence Force 04 Nov 2024
• Data on interceptions of aircraft completed near the Baltic States' borders on October 28-November 3, 2024 Lithuania MND 04 Nov 2024
• AFP's joint exercise to boost PH external defense capabilities Philippine News Agency 04 Nov 2024 -- This year's Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Joint Exercise (AJEX) "DAGITPA" (Dagat-Langit-Lupa) will focus on beefing up external defense capabilities, military chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. said on Monday.
• Secretary Blinken's Call with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy US Dept. of State 04 Nov 2024
• Secretary Blinken's Call with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty US Dept. of State 04 Nov 2024

Defense Industry

• Contracts For Nov. 4, 2024

Other Conflicts

Ukraine Conflict News
• 4 November 2024 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 04 Nov 2024

Operation Iron Swords / Operation Al-Aqsa Flood

• Israel notifies UN it will not cooperate with UNRWA after new legislation VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Israel's foreign ministry said Monday the country formally notified the United Nations that it will not cooperate with the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, once new Israeli legislation goes into effect early next year.
• Israel informs UN, officially bans agency for Palestinian refugees despite global outcry Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- The Israeli regime has banned the operations of UNRWA, the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, terminating the body's decades-long crucial relief practices across the Palestinian territories and putting millions of lives at risk.
• Nov. 3: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation Press TV 04 Nov 2024
• Al-Qassam attacks four soldiers and an Israeli Merkava tank with powerful bomb IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The military branch of Hamas released a video of targeting four Israeli soldiers and a Merkava tank using a powerful bomb in the northern Gaza Strip.
• Israeli regime officially cuts ties with UNRWA IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Israeli regime has formally cut ties with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, known as UNRWA.
• Over 1,800 Palestinians killed in Israel's month-long attacks in northern Gaza Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Over 1,800 Palestinians have been killed since Israel launched its specific genocidal campaign in northern Gaza in October.
• Number of Lebanese martyrs exceeds 3,000 IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Lebanon's Ministry of Health announced the increase in the number of martyrs in the attacks of the Zionist regime to 3,002 people.
• Hezbollah carries out missile attack on Meron base IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Hezbollah of Lebanon has launched a missile attack on the strategically important Meron base in northern parts of the Israeli-occupied territories.
• Hezbollah targets 4 Israeli settlements, military base with rockets IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has targeted four Israeli settlements and a military base in northern occupied Palestine with rockets.
• Hezbollah unveils new underground missile facility IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Lebanon's Hezbollah Resistance Movement has released footage revealing a new missile facility "Imad 5", vowing to remain steadfast on the battlefield until victory.
• Lebanon death toll in Hezbollah-Israel war surpasses 3,000 VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- The death toll in Lebanon surpassed 3,000 Monday in the 13-month-long conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with the vast majority killed since hostilities dramatically escalated in mid-September and Israel invaded south Lebanon on October 1.
• Aid restrictions and dismantling UNRWA will compound Gazans' suffering UN News 04 Nov 2024 -- Aid entering Gaza reached a new low in October, the head of UN Palestine refugee agency UNRWA said on Monday, highlighting the continued need for its lifesaving work even as Israel moves to end its activities.
• Lebanon: UN condemns increasing loss of life and civilian suffering UN News 04 Nov 2024 -- The increasing impact of fighting between Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and militants from Hezbollah on Lebanese civilians "is of grave concern", said UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric on Monday, condemning the mounting loss of life.
• Gaza: Polio campaign reaches 94,000 children in besieged north UN News 04 Nov 2024 -- The UN-supported polio vaccine campaign concluded in besieged northern Gaza on Monday, with agencies inoculating 94,000 children, but thousands still remain out of reach.
• Secretary Blinken's Call with Israeli Defense Minister Gallant US Dept. of State 04 Nov 2024
• EU's Borrell urges end to Israel war, unimpeded access to aid for Gaza Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- The European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell urges an end to Israel's war on the Palestinians, release of the captives and an "unimpeded" access to humanitarian aid for the Gaza Strip.
• "The Islamic world should support the people of Palestine and Lebanon in their rightful struggle" Presidency of The Republic of Turkey 04 Nov 2024 -- Addressing the Opening Event of the 40th Session of the COMCEC, President Erdoğan said: "It is of great importance that the Islamic world sets aside its differences of opinion and supports the people of Palestine and Lebanon in their rightful struggle."
• Reports: Drone infiltrates occupied Golan Heights IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has reportedly infiltrated the occupied Golan Heights, setting off sirens in that region.
• Iraqi resistance launches drone strike against vital Israeli target IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has announced a drone strike against a vital Israeli target in northern occupied territories.

Other Conflicts

• China continues to ignore P60-M demand over Ayungin clash losses Philippine News Agency 04 Nov 2024 -- China has yet to respond to the Philippines' demand for payment for the equipment damage and losses incurred from the China Coast Guard (CCG) harassment of Manila's rotation and resupply mission at Ayungin Shoal in June.
• Vietnamese fishermen in China's detention for six months: think tank Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- Vietnamese fishermen have been in Chinese detention in the Paracel archipelago for more than six months, a Chinese think tank has reported, days after Vietnam demanded that China release all detained fishermen and their boats and stop its harassment of them.
• Pakistan: Border forces kill several militants trying to infiltrate from Afghanistan VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Pakistan reported Monday that its border security forces killed at least five insurgents who were attempting to cross over from Afghanistan.
• Fresh Israeli strike targets positions in Syria, no casualties reported Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Israeli military aircraft have carried out another act of aggression against Syria, targeting positions on the outskirts of the capital Damascus as the regime continues its airstrikes on the country alongside its bloody onslaughts in Gaza and Lebanon.
• The United Nations Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator (RC/HC) for Syria, Adam Abdelmoula, launches the Early Recovery Strategy (2024-2028) UNOCHA 04 Nov 2024 -- The RC/HC for Syria Adam Abdelmoula launched the country's Early Recovery Strategy (ERS) 2024-2028. The Strategy aims to support building long-term resilience and address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country.
• Nearly 200 schools in Myanmar hit by junta air strikes since military coup Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- Junta forces have conducted nearly 200 air strikes on schools across Myanmar since the military seized power in a February 2021 coup d'état, according to a Radio Free Asia tally.
• Awaiting refugee status, Myanmar nationals in Malaysia struggle, risk deportation Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- Many of the hundreds of thousands of Myanmar citizens who have fled to Malaysia to escape their country's turmoil and repression have been in limbo for years, waiting to be granted refugee status, which would ensure at least basic rights, while the threat of deportation hangs over them.
• Mozambique: Statement by the Spokesperson on the EU's support to the Rwandese army European External Action Service (EEAS) 04 Nov 2024 -- As a friend and partner of the people of Mozambique, the European Union supports the country restoring peace, security and stability across Cabo Delgado through an integrated approach combining efforts in the areas of peace and security, development and humanitarian aid.
• China, India Successfully Implementing Border Area Resolutions Sputnik 04 Nov 2024 -- The Chinese and Indian military are efficiently implementing the resolutions on the disengagement of troops in the region of Ladakh along the unofficial border between the two countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday.
• 'Haitians want to be able to live, not just survive' says UN Humanitarian Coordinator UN News 04 Nov 2024 -- "Haitians want to be able to live, not just survive," according to the UN's most senior humanitarian official in the Caribbean Island nation.
• United States Delivers Additional Equipment for the Haitian National Police and Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti US Dept. of State 04 Nov 2024 -- The Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) delivered vital equipment October 28 - November 3 to support the Haitian National Police (HNP) and Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti.
• African Union soldiers killed in al-Shabab mortar attack VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Two African Union soldiers were killed and a third one injured by an al-Shabab mortar attack Sunday on their base inside the perimeters of Mogadishu's international airport.
• Security Council Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee Briefed by OCHA, UNODC UN Security Council 04 Nov 2024 -- On 4 October 2024, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolution 2713 (2023) concerning Al-Shabaab held informal consultations to hear a briefing by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) pursuant to paragraph 5 of resolution 2664 (2022) and paragraph 30 of resolution 2713 (2023).

News Reports

• Joint ODNI, FBI, and CISA Statement Director of National Intelligence 04 Nov 2024 -- Today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released the following statement:
• US issues Election Eve warning of ramped-up Russian influence ops VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Just hours before tens of millions of U.S. voters headed to the polls for the country's presidential election, U.S. intelligence agencies issued a dire warning about ramped up influence operations - some apparently aimed at convincing Americans to turn on each other.
• Israel arrests 4 regime staffers over leaking secret information IRNA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Zionist regime supreme court says that four people, including the Israeli prime minister spokesperson Eli Feldstein, have been arrested on charges of leaking secret security information.
• Man Arrested and Charged with Attempting to Use a Weapon of Mass Destruction and to Destroy an Energy Facility in Nashville US Dept. of Justice 04 Nov 2024 -- Skyler Philippi, 24, of Columbia, Tennessee, was arrested by federal agents and charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to destroy an energy facility.
• Virginia Company and Two Senior Executives Charged with Illegally Exporting Millions of Dollars of U.S. Technology to Russia US Dept. of Justice 04 Nov 2024 -- Eleview International Inc., Oleg Nayandin, 54, of Fairfax, Virginia, and Vitaliy Borisenko, 39, of Vienna, Virginia, made their initial appearance today in the Eastern District of Virginia pursuant to a now unsealed complaint charging them with conspiracy to violate the Export Control Reform Act.
• A Feeling Of Relief (And Trepidation) In Brussels As Pro-EU President Wins In Moldova RFE/RL 04 Nov 2024 -- Officials in Brussels woke up with a sense of relief this morning as the pro-EU incumbent, Maia Sandu, was reelected as Moldovan president. In a tight November 3 presidential runoff, she got 55 percent of the vote. Her Russia-friendly challenger, Alexandr Stoianoglo, received 45 percent.
• Pro-EU Sandu's Reelection Proof Of Russia's 'Failure,' Biden Says RFE/RL 04 Nov 2024 -- Final preliminary results show Moldova's pro-Western president, Maia Sandu, has won a second term, a critical milestone for the integration of one of Europe's poorest countries into the European Union that U.S. President Joe Biden said was proof that Russian interference "failed."
• Statement by President Joe Biden on Moldova's Presidential Elections The White House 04 Nov 2024
• Presidential Elections in Moldova US Dept. of State 04 Nov 2024 -- The United States offers our deepest congratulations to Maia Sandu on her reelection as President of Moldova.
• Moldova: Joint Statement by High Representative Josep Borrell and the European Commission on the second round of Presidential Elections European External Action Service (EEAS) 04 Nov 2024 -- The EU warmly congratulates Maia Sandu on her re-election for a second term as President of the Republic of Moldova.
• Moldova's well-managed presidential run-off offered voters genuine choice, despite legal deficiencies, unbalanced media coverage and impact of foreign interference, international observers say OSCE 04 Nov 2024 -- The 3 November second round of Moldova's presidential election was administered efficiently and professionally, and offered voters a choice between genuine political alternatives, international observers said in a statement of preliminary findings and conclusions today. Candidates were able to campaign freely, but the quiet, ten-day campaign was marked by an increase in negative rhetoric from across the political spectrum targeting both contestants, often spread through online social networks. The challenges posed by foreign interference and vote-buying continued to reverberate during the run-off campaign, the statement says.
• Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania regarding the second round of the presidential elections of the Republic of Moldova Lithuania MFA 04 Nov 2024 -- Lithuania welcomes the professional and impartial conduct of the Second round of the Presidential elections of the Republic of Moldova on 3 November 2024.
• Gitanas Nausėda congratulated the President of Moldova on her re-election President of the Republic of Lithuania 04 Nov 2024
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks at the International Symposium Inventing the Future, Moscow, November 4, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 04 Nov 2024
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning's Regular Press Conference on November 4, 2024 PRC MofA 04 Nov 2024
• China sees sharp drop in marriages amid economic downturn Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- The number of couples getting married in China fell rapidly in the first nine months of 2024 by nearly 1 million registrations compared to last year, official statistics show, amid an economic slump and changing attitudes toward marriage.
• China attempts to boost birth rate amid mounting challenges VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Jasmine Chen has been married for two years, but the idea of having children is not part of her plans. The 28-year-old bank teller who lives in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou said raising children in China is just too expensive.
• Chinese astronauts return to Earth safely, experiencing busy, joyful space life People's Daily 04 Nov 2024 -- The Shenzhou-18 crew consisting of three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth safely in the early morning on Monday, after completing a six-month space station mission.
• Couple indicted for allegedly working with China to sway Taiwan elections CNA 04 Nov 2024 -- Taiwanese radio host Chang Meng-tsung (張孟崇) and his wife have been indicted for allegedly taking NT$74 million (US$2.32 million) from China to influence elections in Taiwan, the Chiayi District Prosecutors Office said Monday.
• PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 04 Nov 2024
• Meeting with DPRK Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui President of Russia 04 Nov 2024 -- Vladimir Putin met with Foreign Minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Choe Son Hui in the Kremlin.
• Analysts: North Korea's ties with Russia elevate danger to itself VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Pyongyang may have bet all its chips on its relationship with Moscow by committing the lives of its soldiers to fight for Russia's war efforts against Ukraine, according to analysts.
• G7 foreign ministers' statement on the Launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Canada 04 Nov 2024
• North Korea's latest intercontinental ballistic missile launch is yet another egregious violation of UN Security Council resolutions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 04 Nov 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN at the UN Security Council meeting on non-proliferation/Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
• Statement on DPRK's Ballistic Missile Launch on 31 October 2024 Philippines DFA 04 Nov 2024 -- The Philippines expresses serious concern and strongly denounces the continuing ballistic missile launches conducted by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Such provocative actions undermine economic progress, peace, and stability in the Korean Peninsula and the Indo-Pacific region.
• DPR Korea's latest missile launch a 'grave threat' to regional stability UN News 04 Nov 2024 -- The launch of "yet another" intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) poses a "grave threat" to regional stability, a senior UN political affairs official warned on Monday, as the Security Council discussed the rising tensions in the region and beyond.
• Democratic People's Republic of Korea's Latest Ballistic Missile Launch Represents 'a Grave Threat to Regional Stability', Senior Official Tells Security Council UN Security Council 04 Nov 2024 -- Meeting on the heels of the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on 31 October, Security Council members today renewed their calls for de-escalation, dialogue and a return to unity within the 15‑nation organ, as speakers sparred over the imposition of sanctions and the real source of security threats in the Korean Peninsula.
• DPRK/Russia: Joint Statement by the High Representative Josep Borrell and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Cho Tae-yul on DPRK-Russia Cooperation European External Action Service (EEAS) 04 Nov 2024 -- We condemn in the strongest possible terms the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) continued unlawful arms transfers to the Russian Federation for its use in attacking Ukraine and the deployment of DPRK special forces to Russia, supporting Russia's unlawful war of aggression. This constitutes a serious breach of international law, including the most fundamental principles of the UN Charter. Such cooperation between the DPRK and Russia is not only in flagrant violation of multiple UNSC resolutions, but it also prolongs the suffering of the Ukrainian people and threatens the security of the world, including that of the Republic of Korea and Europe.
• Iran May Use More Powerful Warheads in Retaliatory Attack on Israel - Reports Sputnik 04 Nov 2024 -- Iran may use more powerful warheads in a retaliatory attack on Israel compared to previous attacks, the Wall Street Journal reported citing sources.
• Iran's missiles aimed at deterring attackers, not waging aggression: President Pezeshkian Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian asserts that Iran's missiles are aimed at deterring those seeking to potentially target the country, and are not meant to be used towards waging acts of aggression against other nations.
• Iran repeatedly warned Israel not to test its will: FM Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says he has repeatedly warned the Israeli regime against testing Iran's will as the Islamic Republic has successfully passed the various tests it has faced.
• Iran says response to Israel 'certain', vows to use 'anything necessary' for defense Press TV 04 Nov 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Tehran will definitely respond to the Israeli regime's act of aggression against the country, vowing that the country will be fully equipped to defend itself.
• How Will The U.S. Election Impact Washington's Iran Policy? RFE/RL 04 Nov 2024 -- The U.S. presidential election on November 5 will probably have a major bearing on Washington's policy toward Iran.
• Republic of Korea: Press remarks by the High Representative ahead of the EU-Republic of Korea Strategic Dialogue European External Action Service (EEAS) 04 Nov 2024
• Republic of Korea: High Representative/Vice-President Borrell holds first Strategic Dialogue with Foreign Minister Cho in Seoul European External Action Service (EEAS) 04 Nov 2024 -- The High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union/European Commission Vice-President Josep Borrell and the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Cho Tae-yul held the first-ever EU-RoK Strategic Dialogue in Seoul on 4 November.
• Canadian police arrest 3 men, following violence at Hindu temple VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Canadian officials pressed charges against three people Monday, following the violence that erupted Sunday at a Hindu temple near Toronto where Sikh activists staged a Pro-Khalistan demonstration, according to a Reuters report.
• Pakistan's parliament extends army chief's term amid opposition outcry VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Pakistan's ruling coalition lawmakers approved a series of bills Monday that extend the terms of the heads of the armed forces, including the military, from three years to five years, despite noisy opposition protests.
• Thousands Protest Georgia's 'Stolen Election' In Tbilisi RFE/RL 04 Nov 2024 -- Thousands of people demonstrated in Tbilisi for the second night in a row on November 4 to demand new elections after the ruling Georgian Dream party was declared the winner amid allegations of vote-rigging.
• Turkish National Arrested for Allegedly Conspiring to Violate Venezuela-Related Sanctions US Dept. of Justice 04 Nov 2024 -- Taskin Torlak, 37, of Turkey, was arrested in Miami, on Nov. 2 for allegedly conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions as part of a scheme to transport oil from Venezuela for the benefit of Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA), Venezuela's state-owned oil and natural gas company.
• Pacific push sees UN launch first nuclear war impact study in 35 years Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly in favor of an independent scientific panel to report on the physical and societal consequences of nuclear war, the first such study in more than three decades.
• Vietnamese tycoon launches appeal against death sentence Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- A court in Vietnam began hearing real estate tycoon Truong My Lan's appeal against the death sentence on Monday, in a case that has highlighted the extent of an anti-corruption campaign known as the "blazing furnace."
• EXPLAINED: How do Asia's authoritarian states pick leaders? Radio Free Asia 04 Nov 2024 -- In a world bracing for a close U.S. presidential election result this week, a large swathe of Asia picks its leaders without suspense -- and mostly with little popular participation.
• New president says Botswana's smooth transfer of power sets example VOA 04 Nov 2024 -- Botswana's newly elected leader, Duma Boko, says Africa can draw vital lessons from his country's smooth transfer of power. Boko spoke after the Botswana Democratic Party, which had ruled the country since independence in 1966, suffered a crushing defeat in last week's elections.