Saudi Crown Prince Leaves U.S. Tour Empowered on the Global Stage

US President Donald Trump has announced the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a decision that will involve critical components from Australia. This move raises concerns among experts regarding Australia's potential complicity in human rights violations associated with the Saudi regime.

Ukraine is preparing for a fourth winter of war as President Zelensky seeks support amid a controversial 28-point peace plan that includes territorial concessions and military reductions, which has faced backlash from European allies. Concurrently, the U.S. is witnessing a MAGA rebellion that has led to the release of government files related to the Epstein investigation, while in Britain, Labour proposes a significant overhaul of the asylum system, drawing criticism from within its ranks.

Cristiano Ronaldo and his future wife Georgia attended a dinner at the White House on November 18, hosted by President Donald Trump in honor of Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The event highlighted the ongoing diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.

A livestream captured a gunmen attack on a church in Nigeria, leading to two fatalities and the abduction of the pastor along with several worshippers. NBC News' Daniele Hamamdjian reported on the incident, which coincides with President Trump's remarks about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria.

The U.S. Commerce Department has approved the sale of up to 70,000 advanced AI chips to two companies based in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. This decision follows discussions between President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reflecting a strengthening of economic ties between the nations.