President Donald Trump announced land operations against Venezuelan narcotics traffickers

The "Code War" has emerged, a digital conflict rooted in Cold War paranoia, with nations battling for control through cyber operations, data, and lines of code, requiring new defense strategies. (TechRadar - Nazir Izrael)

Gold and silver prices may surge due to geopolitics, inflation, and demand, with gold potentially reaching $5,000-$10,000/oz, driven by central banks' purchasing strategies and monetary uncertainty. (Swiss Resource Capital AG )

Discovery Alert: Central banks' gold purchases drive 2025 market transformation, with $13 trillion in reserves being repositioned amidst monetary uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.

European countries reinstate military service due to Russia's growing threat, with France launching a new national service program aiming to recruit 50,000 young adults by 2035 to bolster defense. (The Local France )

via REUTERS - Thomas Padilla: France launches new national service program to bolster defense amid Russian threats, aiming to recruit 50,000 young adults by 2035.

US President Donald Trump announces land operations against Venezuelan narcotics traffickers, escalating tensions with Caracas, as part of a broader anti-drug campaign, sparking questions about US motivations and potential targets. (Perfil - Hugo Bordoni)

پایگاه خبری تحلیلی انتخاب | Entekhab.ir: US President Donald Trump announced a new operation against alleged Venezuelan drug trafficking networks, stating that ground attacks will begin "very soon" to combat smuggling.

La Jornada: US President Donald Trump announced that land operations against Venezuelan narcotics will begin "very soon," following recent airstrikes against suspected drug vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific.

NYT > World News: U.S. military buildup near Venezuela sparks questions on motivations beyond drug trade

World News: US President Donald Trump announces plans to expand anti-drug operations against Venezuela by land, amid rising tensions and claims of targeting alleged traffickers.

US envoy Steve Witkoff proposed a potential peace deal with Russia, suggesting Ukraine cede Donetsk, but acknowledged the plan couldn't be publicly disclosed by the US president, highlighting challenges in negotiating with Putin's regime. (Sydney Morning Herald - World - David Crowe)

India's top generals warn of global instability and rising conflict, citing rapid technological change and shifting alliances, and outline the need for new military capabilities to address emerging security threats. (India News Network )

Sudan's civil war escalates with the capture of Al-Fashir, causing hundreds of civilian deaths and displacements, amidst geopolitical interests from foreign powers. (Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) - Areeba Arif Khan)

Israel conducted a raid in southern Syria, killing 13, targeting suspects from Jamaa Islamiya (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Russian President Putin offers written assurances against attacking Europe, but conditions for a peace plan, including Ukrainian territorial concessions, raise concerns about his intentions ahead of US talks in Moscow. (Mehr News Agency )

The Age - World: Leaked phone call reveals US special envoy's peace plan for Ukraine, sparking concerns over Russia's intentions

https://saudigazette.com.sa/: Putin renews threats to seize Ukrainian territory unless Kyiv agrees to terms, ahead of US talks in Moscow

China and the EU have agreed to let semiconductor maker Nexperia resolve its internal disputes at the corporate level, aiming to address supply-chain disruptions and restore stability to the global market. (South China Morning Post )

India's GDP growth likely above 7%: Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran, citing 8.2% Q2 growth. (News18 )

The global economy is expected to grow 2.7% in 2026, driven by interest rate cuts and US tax changes, but risks remain due to geopolitical tensions and AI investment disruptions. (CommBank )

Taiwan's economy forecast to grow 7.37% in 2025, fastest in 15 years (World )

S&P Global predicts India will reach $5 trillion GDP by 2028, surpassing IMF estimates (MSN )

McKinsey report: AI may automate 57% of US work hours, but human social and emotional intelligence will remain essential, despite potential job disruptions in finance and professional services. (ANI News )

The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News: The UK's Office for Budget Responsibility warns that 2 million jobs in finance, insurance, and professional services may be replaced by AI within 10 years, posing a significant risk to the economy and workforce.

Container fleet renewal is driven by aging ships and geopolitical factors, with HMM ordering 8 new vessels and a potential shortfall in geared container ships on the horizon, amid a surge in containership orders. (Marine News Magazine )

McKinsey predicts up to five Chinese EV makers to join the global top 10 carmakers by 2030, leveraging technology and production advantages (News - South China Morning Post - Daniel Ren)

Chinese tech giants train AI models abroad to access Nvidia chips, bypassing US restrictions and fueling global growth in data centers, particularly in Southeast Asia. (News - Zijing Wu, Ryan McMorrow)

India is actively negotiating free trade agreements with the US, EU, and Canada, aiming to strengthen economic ties and reduce trade risks, says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, with talks set to resume with Canada next week. (Times of India - TOI BUSINESS DESK)

India to buy 300 Russian missiles worth ₹10,000 crore to replenish S-400 systems (India News: Latest India News, Today's breaking News Headlines & Real-time News coverage from India | Hindustan Times )

India and Indonesia discuss potential sale of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, valued at $450 million, during Defence Ministers' Dialogue in New Delhi. (India News: Latest India News, Today's breaking News Headlines & Real-time News coverage from India | Hindustan Times )

The IMF has given India a 'C' grade on its GDP and national accounts data, citing methodological weaknesses and outdated base years, in its annual review of the country's economic framework. (Economy news, Latest Economic News, GDP, World Economy, Indian Economy | The Hindu - T.C.A. Sharad Raghavan)

Asia-Pacific stocks trade mixed as Tokyo's inflation rate exceeds expectations, rising to 2.7% in October, boosting the case for a near-term rate hike. (MSN )

Gold prices hold near $4,149/oz, bolstered by easing US monetary policy and geopolitical tensions, with a 57.25% year-to-date surge and a 4.99% monthly gain, amid supportive macro conditions and safe-haven demand. (KITCO )

Water futures market declines 11.5% in 2025, despite growing demand and scarcity, with the Nasdaq Veles California Water Index falling short of its 2022 peak, but expected to reach $23.1 billion by 2033 with a 9.8% annual growth rate. (La Jornada )

Colombia's Electoral Council investigates and sanctions presidential campaigns for financial irregularities, including Ricardo Roa and President Petro's campaign, for exceeding finance limits and violating laws. (Noticias de Colombia | El Colombiano )

Noticias de Colombia | El Colombiano: Colombian Electoral Council sanctions Petro's campaign for exceeding finance limits and violating laws

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India on December 4-5 to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss international issues, following an invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (ΤΑ ΝΕΑ )

El presidente Trump promete "detener permanentemente" la inmigración de países pobres, lo que sería un golpe para la nación y podría tener consecuencias económicas. (Boston Herald - Associated Press Spanish)

Liberia's cocoa boom threatens Sierra Leone's rainforest, with 250,000 hectares lost between 2021-2024, prompting calls for EU law enforcement to protect the ecosystem. (Azat TV )

Severe flooding in Southeast Asia has killed hundreds, affecting Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia, with thousands displaced and governments warning of potential disease outbreaks. (© Mohd RASFAN / AFP - Michael Kuduson)

Bird flu virus spreading among birds, poultry, and mammals could lead to pandemic worse than Covid-19 if mutated for human transmission (News - South China Morning Post - Reuters)