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• US Strikes Suspected Drug-Trafficking Vessel in Caribbean, Kills Four - Reports Sputnik 13 Nov 2025 -- The US carried out another strike on a vessel allegedly involved in drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea on Tuesday, killing four people on board, the CBS News broadcaster reported on Thursday, citing a Pentagon official.
• US Military Shielded From Legal Liability for Attacks on Boats in Caribbean Sea Sputnik 13 Nov 2025 -- The US Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel issued a classified opinion stating that US military personnel involved in attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea will not face legal liability in the future, the Washington Post reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

Defense Policy / Programs

• U.S. Coast Guard responds to Russian military vessel off Honolulu US Coast Guard 13 Nov 2025 -- The U.S. Coast Guard detected and monitored a Russian military vessel operating near U.S. territorial waters approximately 15 nautical miles south of Oahu on Oct. 29.
• NATO Secretary General visits Brunssum and Geilenkirchen NATO 13 Nov 2025 -- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the NATO's Joint Force Command (JFC) Headquarters in Brunssum, the Netherlands and the NATO Airborne Early Warning and Control Force (AWACS) Headquarters in Geilenkirchen, Germany on Thursday (13 November 2025).
• Meeting with Astrakhan Region Governor, Chair of State Council Commission for Supporting Combat Veterans - Participants in the Special Military Operation and their Family Members Igor Babushkin President of Russia 13 Nov 2025 -- Vladimir Putin held a working meeting with Governor of the Astrakhan Region, Chair of the State Council Commission for Supporting Combat Veterans - Participants in the Special Military Operation and Their Family Members Igor Babushkin. The discussion focused on the Commission's performance and the socioeconomic situation in the Astrakhan Region.
• Shoigu on New START: Not Much Time Left to Preserve One of Foundations of Stability Sputnik 13 Nov 2025 -- There is not much time left to preserve one of the key foundations of global stability, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said in an interview with Sputnik.
• Denys Shmyhal visits frontline units defending the Donetsk region Ukraine MOD 13 Nov 2025
• Brigades of the 'Azov' and 'Khartiia' Corps to order strike assets through the DOT-Chain Defence marketplace Ukraine MOD 13 Nov 2025
• Foreign Minister Tsahkna: Nordic and Baltic countries' joint contribution to NATO's Ukraine defence funding mechanism is especially vital ahead of winter Estonia MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- According to Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, NATO's announcement today that the Nordic and Baltic countries will jointly contribute $500 million to the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) is a clear signal of the region's unwavering support for Ukraine.
• Minister of Defence Häkkänen: Nordic and Baltic countries announce USD 500 million package of support for Ukraine under PURL Finnish MoD 13 Nov 2025 -- Finland, Denmark, Estonia, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden announced today on 13 November 2025 that they will fund a USD 500 million package of defence materiel for Ukraine sourced from the United States, under the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative of NATO and the United States.
• Sweden contributes SEK 600 million to US military equipment support package to Ukraine Government Offices of Sweden 13 Nov 2025 -- Sweden is contributing around SEK 600 million to the US-initiated Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL). Together with other Nordic and Baltic countries, Sweden is helping to fund an overall package worth a total of USD 500 million.
• Latvia alongside the other NB8 countries continues supporting Ukraine Latvia MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- The NB8 countries continue to provide comprehensive military support to Ukraine.
• Nordic and Baltic countries to fund a joint USD 500 million PURL package for Ukraine Lithuania MND 13 Nov 2025 -- Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden pledged a USD 500 million package under the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative for equipment and acquisition procurement from the United States.
• China's 3D-printed minimalist turbojet engine holds maiden test flight; suitable for drones, loitering munitions: report Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- China has reportedly tested a type of 3D-printed turbojet engine recently, with an expert saying on Thursday that this technology enjoys cost-efficiency and help mass production of drones and loitering munitions.
• PLA Daily reveals training data of China's three carriers; expert says statistics demonstrate far seas capabilities Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- With the official commissioning of the aircraft carrier Fujian into the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy last week, China has officially entered the era with three aircraft carriers.
• China Bolsters National Sovereignty with Trio of Aircraft Carriers Sputnik 13 Nov 2025 -- The three aircraft carriers currently in service with the Chinese navy will beef up the country's ability to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday.
• Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States - Non-Standard Spare and Repair Parts DSCA 13 Nov 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States of Non-Standard Spare and Repair Parts and related equipment for an estimated cost of $330 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress.
• Ballarat upholds Indo-Pacific freedom Australia DOD 13 Nov 2025 -- HMAS Ballarat has conducted a series of transits and patrols through the South China Sea as part of her regional presence deployment.
• RNZAF returns to Fiji and takes opportunity to show MC-12K King Air capability to Tongan military New Zealand Defence Force 13 Nov 2025 -- A return trip to Fiji for maritime patrols by the Royal New Zealand Air Force's (RNZAF) MC-12K King Air has provided a further opportunity to demonstrate the aircraft's ability to operate in the South West Pacific region.
• Germany's CDU/CSU Bloc, SPD Party Agree on New Form of Military Service - Report Sputnik 13 Nov 2025 -- Leaders of Germany's Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) bloc and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) have reached a preliminary agreement on a new form of military service, Germany's ARD broadcaster reported on Thursday, citing unnamed sources.
• Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD & BDL sign Rs 2,095.70 crore contract for INVAR Anti-tank missiles to enhance lethality of T-90 tank India PIB 13 Nov 2025 -- Ministry of Defence has inked a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the procurement of INVAR Anti-tank Missiles at a total cost of Rs 2,095
• Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), Chief of the Naval Staff, concluded his official visit to Bangladesh, alongside the port visit of PNS SAIF at Chattogram. ISPR Pakistan 13 Nov 2025
• IRGC commander affirms commitment to Leader's directive on missile range development IRNA 13 Nov 2025 -- Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), has reaffirmed the force's commitment to the directive of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on the development of Iran's missile range.
• IRGC Aerospace commander promises crushing response to future aggressors Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a stern warning to adversaries against any acts of aggression toward Iran.
• IRGC deputy: Iran's strengthening continues unabated in all sectors Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- The deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says Iran's path toward greater strength remains ongoing in all sectors, including the IRGC Aerospace Force, emphasizing that "this process has no end."
• Iraq - Country Wide Repeater System DSCA 13 Nov 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Iraq of Country Wide Repeater System and related equipment for an estimated cost of $100 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
• Israel pushes for 20-year US military aid pact Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- Israel is pushing for a 20-year military aid agreement with the United States, seeking to double the typical duration of such bilateral arrangements, Israeli and US officials have said.
• IMOD Director General Holds Working Meeting with U.S. Assistant Secretary of War Israel MOD 13 Nov 2025 -- Israel Ministry of Defense Director General, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, held a working meeting at the Ministry's headquarters with U.S. Assistant Secretary of War for International Security Affairs, Daniel Zimmerman.
• Budrys in Warsaw: Close coordination with Poland is crucial for ensuring regional security Lithuania MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- On 13 November in Warsaw, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with the Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski.
• Vice-Minister Mitkus: It is crucial to ensure a coordinated response of the EU institutions to Belarusian hybrid provocations against Lithuania Lithuania MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- On 12-13 November, the Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs Sigitas Mitkus was paying a working visit to Brussels, where he participated in various meetings and events at the European Parliament (EP).
• The President met with the Chair of the NATO Military Committee President of the Republic of Lithuania 13 Nov 2025 -- President Gitanas Nausėda met on Thursday with the Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone.
• Government appoints parliamentary working group to assess and develop practices and legislation related to NATO Finnish Government 13 Nov 2025 -- On Thursday 13 November 2025, the Government appointed a parliamentary working group that will assess and, if necessary, put forth justified proposals for developing practices or legislation concerning NATO matters.
• Finland to apply for EUR 16 million in funding from the Commission to strengthen surveillance of eastern border and Gulf of Finland Finnish Government 13 Nov 2025 -- Finland is applying for additional funding for its programme under the EU Instrument for Financial Support for Border Management and Visa Policy (BMVI) to strengthen surveillance at the eastern border and in the Gulf of Finland.
• Joint statement by the Ministers of Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Nordic and Baltic countries Finnish MoD 13 Nov 2025 -- The Ministers of Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Nordic and Baltic countries made the following statement:
• PH, Japan align marine protection work with High Seas Treaty — DFA Philippine News Agency 13 Nov 2025 -- The Philippines and Japan are working to align their marine conservation initiatives with the United Nations High Seas Treaty, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Thursday.
• US military sends assets to help PH in response efforts Philippine News Agency 13 Nov 2025 -- The United States Military has deployed various assets to support the Philippines' government's response efforts after two devastating typhoons that hit the country.
• S. Korea navy reaffirms commitment to assist PH Navy modernization Philippine News Agency 13 Nov 2025 -- The Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) has reaffirmed its commitment to help in the modernization of the Philippine Navy (PN), following the visit of one of its top officials to the Philippines.
• Secretary Rubio's Meeting with Argentine Foreign Minister Quirno US Dept. of State 13 Nov 2025
• Secretary Rubio's Meeting with Brazilian Foreign Minister Vieira US Dept. of State 13 Nov 2025

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• 13 November 2025 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 13 Nov 2025

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• Prime Minister's Office Announcement Israel - Prime Minister 13 Nov 2025 -- "Israel has received, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a fallen hostage, which was handed over to an IDF and ISA force inside the Gaza Strip."
• Israel launches new wave of airstrikes against south Lebanon amid repeated truce violations Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- Israeli forces have carried new wave of aerial raids and bombed multiple residential neighborhoods across southern Lebanon as the regime continues to violate the ceasefire agreement with the Arab country.
• Trump plan serves Israel's strategic interests: Islamic Jihad Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- The Gaza Strip's Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement says Donald Trump's 20-point plan, which the US president claims is aimed at ending the Israeli regime's genocide in Gaza, actually serves Tel Aviv's strategic interests.
• Gaza: War has made children violent, sad and bereft UN News 13 Nov 2025 -- More than nine in 10 children in Gaza are displaying signs of aggressive behaviour linked to more than two years of war between Hamas and Israel, welfare agencies have reported.
• Ending UNWRA services would imperil political way forward: Lazzarini UN News 13 Nov 2025 -- Lack of sufficient funds is jeopardizing the ability of the UN relief agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) to operate, the head of the agency said on Thursday.
• UN chief warns Gaza ceasefire 'fragile but holding,' urges full compliance Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the "fragile" ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip is "repeatedly violated" but still "holding", urging both sides to fully respect it and move toward renewed peace talks.
• Risch, Ricketts, Colleagues Applaud Trump Admin's Exclusion of UNRWA from Gaza Peace Process US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 13 Nov 2025 -- U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and 24 colleagues in a letter applauding President Trump and Secretary Rubio for excluding the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from the Gaza peace process, citing UNRWA's ties to Hamas.
• OIC Condemns Arson Attack on a Mosque in Salfit Governorate and Warns of Escalating Settler Crimes Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 13 Nov 2025 -- The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned the terrorist attack on a mosque in Salfit Governorate by extremist settler groups
• Spanish Government condemns serious escalation of violence in West Bank Spain MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- The Spanish Government condemns the serious escalation of violence in the West Bank, which is reaching unprecedented levels.

Other Conflicts

• Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Somalia UNOCHA 13 Nov 2025
• Myanmar: Junta violence and repression are trapping persons with disabilities in daily fight for survival, says Special Rapporteur OHCHR 13 Nov 2025 -- Junta forces have executed, tortured and sexually assaulted persons with disabilities while their relentless repression and violence are trapping many in a daily fight for survival according to a new report issued today by Tom Andrews, UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar.
• China hopes Thailand, Cambodia find a mutually acceptable solution ASAP, says FM spokesperson over Thai-Cambodia border tensions escalation Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- When addressing a question that Thailand says it is suspending the implementation of its "peace deal" with neighboring Cambodia on Tuesday after some Thai soldiers were wounded as a landmine went off in the Thailand-Cambodia border area and that Cambodia said Thai soldiers opened fire on Cambodian villagers in Banteay Meanchey province on Wednesday, resulting in Cambodian civilian casualties, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that China has taken note of certain new developments and new issues that have arisen in the course of implementing the related Thailand-Cambodia joint statement.
• Families in Sudan 'running out of time' as hunger spreads UN News 13 Nov 2025 -- More than 21 million people in Sudan, 45 per cent of the population, are not getting enough to eat as the war between rival militaries continues, according to the World Food Programme (WFP).
• Security Council Delays Vote on Renewal of Interim Security Force for Abyei UN Security Council 13 Nov 2025 -- The Security Council today delayed its vote on the renewal of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), whose mandate expires on 15 November 2025.
• 'Weekend Snipers' Claims Reopen Wartime Trauma In Sarajevo RFE/RL 13 Nov 2025 -- Irina Cesic celebrated her first birthday on October 8, 1993. Four days later, she was killed by a sniper's bullet on the streets of the Bosnian capital, Sarajevo.
• Security Council Extends Mandate of Stabilization Mission in Central African Republic for One Year, Adopting Resolution 2800 (2025) UN Security Council 13 Nov 2025 -- The Security Council today extended the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) until 15 November 2026.

News Reports

• Terrorist Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups US Dept. of State 13 Nov 2025 -- Today, building on President Trump's historic commitment to confront Antifa's campaign of political violence, the Department of State is designating German-based Antifa Ost, along with three other violent Antifa groups in Italy and Greece, as Specially Designated Global Terrorists and intends to designate all four groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, effective November 20, 2025.
• Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups US Dept. of State 13 Nov 2025 -- Fact Sheet
• Treasury and Government of Mexico Partners Target Transnational Criminal Organization US Treasury 13 Nov 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) joined the Government of Mexico in targeting the Hysa Organized Crime Group and numerous Mexico-based gambling establishments involved in cartel-related money laundering and a slew of other criminal activities across Mexico and Europe. This coordinated action is the result of recent U.S.-Mexico commitments—secured during Treasury Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence John K. Hurley's trip—to work together more closely to combat narcotrafficking and related financial crime by Mexico-based drug cartels and other groups.
• Ethiopia: UN supports response to potentially deadly virus outbreak UN News 13 Nov 2025 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting Ethiopia as the country faces a suspected viral haemorraghic fever outbreak in the south, the UN agency said on Thursday.
• Hundreds rescued from terrorist attack on NW Pakistan college People's Daily 13 Nov 2025 -- Hundreds of students were rescued after Pakistani security forces foiled a terrorist attack on a cadet college in South Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in the country's northwest, security sources told Xinhua on Wednesday.
• Responses by Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, to questions from the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, which the newspaper refused to publish in full without cuts or censorship, Moscow, November 13, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Nov 2025
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian's Regular Press Conference on November 13, 2025 PRC MofA 13 Nov 2025
• China slams G7 statement for distortions, interference, urges bloc to abandon Cold War mentality, stop manipulating China-related issues: FM Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- Responding to the remarks related to China in a joint statement issued after the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that the document once again ignored facts, distorted right and wrong, and deliberately smeared China while grossly interfering in China's internal affairs.
• China, Spain look to bolster ties amid evolving global dynamics PRC MND 13 Nov 2025 -- China stands ready to work with Spain to forge a comprehensive strategic partnership with greater strategic determination, dynamism and global influence, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday.
• China's commerce ministry responds to question on progress of reported designing of new rare earth licensing regime Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- When asked to brief the current progress as China has reportedly begun designing the new rare earths export licensing regime, the timeline for the new regime's rollout as well as entities eligible for such license, He Yadong, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), said on Thursday at a press conference that China conducts export control over rare earth-related items in accordance with laws and regulations. As a responsible major country, China is committed to both safeguarding national security and interests, fulfilling international obligations such as non-proliferation, and upholding the security and stability of global production and supply chains.
• US report claims China 'manipulating' critical minerals prices; move a 'political tactic' lacking factual evidence: expert Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- A US House of Representatives committee on Wednesday accused China of "manipulating" global critical minerals prices to boost its influence. A Chinese expert condemned the accusation as a "political tactic" to divert attention and fuel panic, saying the attempt goes against market common sense and lacks factual evidence.
• Chinese FM spokesperson warns 'firm response' if Tokyo dares to meddle in cross-Straits situation Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's claim last week that the mainland's use of force on Taiwan could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, and insisted that her remark is in line with the government's position and she will not retract it during Diet deliberations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that if Japan should dare to meddle in the cross-Straits situation, it would be an act of aggression and definitely meet a firm response from China.
• If Japan dares to intervene in Taiwan Straits situation by military means, it would constitute an act of invasion, and will be met with strong fightback from China: FM Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to media inquiry over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's claim during Diet hearing that she would not retract her earlier remarks that a Taiwan emergency involving the use of military vessels and force from the Chinese mainland could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, claiming it aligns with the Japanese government's longstanding view, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that if the Japanese side dares to intervene in the Taiwan Straits situation by military means, it would constitute an act of invasion, and will be met with strong fightback from China.
sperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that if the Japanese side dares to intervene in the Taiwan Straits situation by military means, it would constitute an act of invasion, and will be met with strong fightback from China.
• How to resolve Taiwan question allows no external interference: Chinese FM responds to US comment on Japanese PM's erroneous remarks Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to US State Department spokesperson's remarks on Wednesday regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous words concerning Taiwan, in which the US claimed it's commited to maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits, opposing unilateral change to the status quo by either side, supporting cross-Straits dialogue, and hoping differences be resolved peacefully, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that China has stated its solemn position on the erroneous remarks made by Takaichi.
• PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 13 Nov 2025
• Taiwan well-known current affairs commentator Chiu Yi speaks with Global Times: Steps toward cross-Straits reunification growing closer Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- Editor's note: On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration, and following large-scale commemorative events held on the mainland, Xinhua News Agency has consecutively published articles under the byline "Zhong Taiwen," which for the first time explicitly stated the benefits of reunification, and outlined the "seven improvements" that would follow cross-Straits reunification, drawing intense attention both on and off the island. Starting with this issue, Global Times launches a new column, Discussing Reunification, featuring interviews with well-known experts and prominent figures in Taiwan island to explore the anticipations and expectations of the Taiwan residents regarding cross-Straits reunification. This installment features an interview with Chiu Yi, a well-known current affairs commentator in Taiwan.
• Agreement on Cooperation in Information Field Signed between DPRK and Russia KCNA 13 Nov 2025 -- An agreement on cooperation in the field of information between the DPRK Information Committee and the Ministry of Digital Development, Post and Telecommunications and Public Information of the Russian Federation was signed in Moscow on Nov. 11.
• Talks Held between Foreign Ministers of DPRK and Laos KCNA 13 Nov 2025 -- Talks between Choe Son Hui, foreign minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and Thongsavanh Phomvihane, foreign minister of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, were held at the Mansudae Assembly Hall here on Nov. 12.
• Deputy FM urges Afghanistan to release water from Salma Dam for Mashhad IRNA 13 Nov 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has emphasized the necessity of releasing water from the Salma Dam in Afghanistan to provide a portion of the drinking water for Mashhad, a city in northeastern Iran.
• Iran's Water Crisis Nears Point Of No Return RFE/RL 13 Nov 2025 -- Decades of mismanagement compounded by prolonged drought have pushed Iran to the brink of what experts call water bankruptcy.
• Iran's deputy foreign minister highlights strategies to counter sanctions IRNA 13 Nov 2025 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy Hamid Ghanbari has emphasized that sanctions are not the end of the road, asserting that through diversifying routes, partners, and tools, the Islamic Republic can render these sanctions ineffective.
• US sanctions 32 figures, entities for alleged links to Iran missile, drone activities Press TV 13 Nov 2025 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on 32 entities and individuals in different countries for allegedly supporting Iran's peaceful missile and drone programs.
• Preliminary statement of the League of Arab States Mission observing Iraq's 2025 parliamentary elections League of Arab States 13 Nov 2025 -- In line with the League of Arab States' commitment to supporting the democratic process, consolidating good governance, and broadening political participation, and in implementation of the "Development and Modernisation Path" document adopted by the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit level during its 16th Ordinary Session in Tunis in 2004—aimed at achieving justice and equality among citizens and upholding human rights and freedom of expression in all Arab states,
• Iran congratulates Iraq on successful elections IRNA 14 Nov 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has congratulated the people and government of Iraq on the successful holding of the Iraqi parliamentary elections.
• Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on President's State visit to Botswana (November 13, 2025) India MEA 13 Nov 2025
• Press conference - Sydney Prime Minister of Australia 13 Nov 2025
• Radev Discussed Europe's Prospects for Addressing the Challenges It Faces with Hungarian Foreign Minister President of the Republic of Bulgaria 13 Nov 2025 -- The prospects for Europe in addressing the challenges it faces were discussed today at the presidential institution by Head of State Rumen Radev and Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto who is visiting Bulgaria for a meeting with the Bulgarian Head of State.
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs supports humanitarian aid for victims of crises in Gaza and Afghanistan Estonia MFA 13 Nov 2025 -- The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has allocated additional financial support to assist civilians in Gaza, facing a worsening humanitarian situation, and in Afghanistan, affected by a devastating natural disaster.
• Shaheen, Risch Statement on Tanzanian Elections US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 13 Nov 2025 -- Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the statement below regarding the recent Tanzanian elections.
• Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: UK statement, November 2025 UK FCDO 13 Nov 2025 -- Ambassador Holland underlines UK support for the work of the Mission across its three lines of activity, and welcomes recent statements by the Government of Moldova on an action plan for the gradual reintegration of Transnistria.
• World News in Brief: Typhoon generation, disability rights in Myanmar, new refugee-led climate fund UN News 13 Nov 2025 -- The strongest typhoon to make landfall this year in the Philippines has impacted a staggering 1.7 million children - and more than five million people overall.
• Joint Communiqué of the Ninth African Union-United Nations Annual Conference UN Secretary-General 13 Nov 2025