Officials find source of leak in Olympic pipeline two weeks after first report

South Africa has declared gender-based violence a national disaster, coinciding with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The country faces a staggering statistic of 15 women killed daily due to gender violence, highlighting a critical public safety issue.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is under pressure to respond to a U.S. peace proposal by Thanksgiving, as former President Donald Trump emphasized that Ukraine can continue its fight if no agreement is reached. This situation arises amid ongoing tensions with Russia and a complex geopolitical landscape.

Chinese President Xi Jinping held an unusual phone call with former U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss critical issues including Taiwan and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as diplomatic efforts intensify to find a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukrainian officials expressed concerns following the Geneva talks, warning that U.S. peace proposals could lead to unacceptable concessions to Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine is at a critical juncture, facing pressure to accept terms that may compromise its sovereignty.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is considering attending the 2026 World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington on December 5, as the U.S., Mexico, and Canada prepare to co-host the tournament. This comes amid stalled trade talks between Canada and the U.S., raising questions about the future of economic relations.

Ukraine has made significant amendments to the US-proposed peace plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia, removing some of the more extreme demands initially included. This development comes amid ongoing negotiations and a potential meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former US President Donald Trump, as European leaders express skepticism about the speed of reaching a deal.

A leaked 28-point US-Russia peace proposal has created confusion among Washington, Kyiv, and European capitals, putting Ukraine in a precarious position where it must consider terms it finds unacceptable. The Kremlin has remained passive, benefiting from the disarray this leak has caused.

Israel conducted significant airstrikes in Beirut, resulting in the deaths of civilians and a senior Hezbollah commander, marking a serious escalation in hostilities since the ceasefire established last year. This operation has raised concerns over the violation of the ceasefire agreement, with Lebanon asserting that the ceasefire has been breached.