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On November 19, Ukraine launched ATACMS missiles into Russia's Bryansk region, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. This follows the U.S. decision to allow such strikes, coinciding with Russia's revised nuclear doctrine, which lowers the threshold for nuclear retaliation against conventional attacks supported by nuclear powers.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Western allies to take action against the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia's Kursk region. With approximately 10,000 North Korean soldiers poised to assist Moscow, Zelenskyy warns of an imminent threat to Ukraine's security and calls for permission to strike training camps preemptively.
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As Western isolation grows due to its Ukraine offensive, Russia is enhancing partnerships in Africa. President Putin emphasizes support for African nations, while military and economic ties deepen, particularly with countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, which have shifted away from France.
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North Korea's Kim Jong-un ratified a military assistance treaty with Russia, which obligates both nations to support each other in case of war. Reports indicate that North Korea has deployed around 10,000 troops to Russia, potentially marking its first combat involvement since the Korean War.
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At the G20 summit in Brazil, leaders criticized the weak communique regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of conflict. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized continued support for Ukraine, while Ukraine launched long-range missile strikes into Russian territory for the first time, following U.S. approval.
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At his final G20 summit in Brazil, President Biden missed the official group photo due to logistical issues, highlighting a shift in focus among world leaders towards President-elect Trump. This incident underscores Biden's waning influence as he prepares to leave office.
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The U.S. has authorized Ukraine to use longer-range missiles against Russian targets, coinciding with Russia's new nuclear doctrine. This escalation raises concerns about potential nuclear responses as both nations prepare for intensified conflict amid political changes in the U.S.