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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, has been identified as the suspect in a shooting incident that critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House in Washington, D.C. The CIA has confirmed that Lakanwal worked with agency-backed military units during the U.S. war in Afghanistan and entered the U.S. under the Operation Allies Welcome program in September 2021.

The United States has announced it will not invite South Africa to the G20 summit next year, following former President Donald Trump's claims of human rights abuses against the Afrikaner community and allegations of a supposed genocide. This decision comes after the U.S. boycotted the recent G20 summit held in Johannesburg, which was marked by significant diplomatic tensions.

The United States and Venezuela are on the brink of conflict, with escalating tensions attributed to the Trump administration's intensified campaign against President Nicolás Maduro, framed as a war on drugs but potentially serving broader geopolitical interests against China.

Two members of the National Guard were critically injured in a targeted shooting incident near the White House in Washington, D.C., by a suspect identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in September 2021. The attack has raised significant concerns regarding the safety of Afghan immigrants in the U.S. and has led to immediate repercussions for the Afghan community.

Venezuela has banned six major airlines from operating in the country following a warning from the U.S. about heightened military activity in the region. This decision comes as these airlines ceased flights amid escalating tensions between Venezuela and the United States, particularly concerning allegations against President Nicolás Maduro's government.

This Thanksgiving, many Americans are facing increased food costs, with overall grocery prices rising by 2.7% compared to last year, despite a decrease in turkey prices. Families are increasingly relying on food banks to meet their needs during this holiday season.

Thai pork producers are expressing concerns over the potential influx of inexpensive US pork imports as the United States seeks duty-free access to Thailand's $3 billion pork market. This development comes amid ongoing trade negotiations and reflects the competitive pressures that local producers may face.