Finland is seeing an increasing number of migrants cross its border from Russia, increasing tensions between the two countries. As harsh winter conditions approach, it is unclear how either side will respond to the growing crisis.
Argentina was one of six countries to be chosen to join BRICS earlier this year, but with the election of Javier Milei as the new president-elect, this will no longer be the case.
BRICS recently expanded to allow for the integration of six new members into the group. Pakistan has also submitted a formal request to join the group, though this request is made complicated by Pakistan's history and relations with India.
Madagascans took to the polls on November 16th, though opposition parties are concerned about the legitimacy of the election, believing that the incumbent, Andry Rajoelina, is staging an institutional coup.
The Organization of Turkic States recently met for their 10th Summit. It is a group that works to advance trade and economic cooperation between member states and serves as a forum to discuss domestic and international issues.
The British Supreme Court has ruled against a deal that the British and Rwandan governments tried to make which would relocate asylum seekers from the UK to Rwanda. Despite this, some government officials are considering other means of pushing the deal forward.
Colombian President Petro is working to boost public spending and increase economic growth, particularly in the face of his quickly declining approval ratings. Petro needs to prove that his policies can benefit the people or he's unlikely to win re-election in 2026.
Israeli forces have continued their attack on the Gaza Strip following the October 7th attack by Hamas. Recently, an Israeli missile struck a residential building in the city of Khan Younis; this strike followed a warning by Israeli forces which called for the evacuation of the area last week.
Honduras and China are working out the conditions for a Free Trade Agreement and recently met to discuss both this and Honduras' participation in the Shanghai Import Fair.
Uganda has captured the leader of the Allied Democratic Forces, accused of killing tourists in Queen Elizabeth Park. His arrest demonstrates that authorities are taking the necessary steps to ensure the safety of both tourists and residents.
