November 28, 2025
US
•28.11.2025
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US media heavily reported on November 28th that National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom died from her injuries after being shot in D.C. President Trump announced her death early in the day, linking it to the suspect, an Afghan national, and initiating a widespread focus on immigration policies.
Throughout the day, Trump's stance intensified as he vowed to "permanently pause" migration from "Third World Countries" and ordered a review of all green cards issued to Afghans and other countries of concern. Later, news emerged that the suspect would face a first-degree murder charge and had ties to CIA counterterrorism units. Towards the evening, Trump also announced the termination of executive orders signed by Biden using an autopen, threatening perjury charges for their "illegal" signatures.
Throughout the day, Trump's stance intensified as he vowed to "permanently pause" migration from "Third World Countries" and ordered a review of all green cards issued to Afghans and other countries of concern. Later, news emerged that the suspect would face a first-degree murder charge and had ties to CIA counterterrorism units. Towards the evening, Trump also announced the termination of executive orders signed by Biden using an autopen, threatening perjury charges for their "illegal" signatures.
Israel
•28.11.2025
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Israeli media extensively reported on a rare IDF operation in the Syrian town of Beit Jann, near Mount Hermon, throughout the day. Early reports indicated clashes and gunfire between IDF forces and locals, with Syrian sources claiming two fatalities. By late morning, it was confirmed that at least six Israeli soldiers were wounded, three seriously, during an arrest operation targeting Jaama Islamiya terrorists. New details emerged, including an armored vehicle hit by fire, the use of air support, and dramatic body camera footage of the exchanges. An internal IDF investigation was launched into a possible intelligence leak before the operation. Concurrently, Hezbollah's leader threatened retaliation for the assassination of the organization's chief of staff, and the controversy surrounding MK Bismuth's conscription law continued to be mentioned.
Germany
•28.11.2025
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German media on November 28 began with significant attention on the death of a National Guard soldier in Washington D.C., and renewed discussions about President Trump's Ukraine peace plan. This quickly shifted to domestic political issues as the coalition government reached an agreement on the controversial pension package by early morning, a major development after previous days of intense debate.
Through the late morning and early afternoon, the pension package agreement dominated headlines, with ongoing discussions about securing majority approval and the potential for future reforms. Concurrently, a corruption investigation targeting a top advisor to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emerged. By the late afternoon, this investigation led to the resignation of Zelenskyy's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak, a significant development in the ongoing Ukrainian political landscape.
The evening continued to focus on the pension package, with coalition leaders pushing it through despite internal resistance from younger Union members. Discussions also centered on the restructuring and new leadership of the AfD's youth organization.
Through the late morning and early afternoon, the pension package agreement dominated headlines, with ongoing discussions about securing majority approval and the potential for future reforms. Concurrently, a corruption investigation targeting a top advisor to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emerged. By the late afternoon, this investigation led to the resignation of Zelenskyy's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak, a significant development in the ongoing Ukrainian political landscape.
The evening continued to focus on the pension package, with coalition leaders pushing it through despite internal resistance from younger Union members. Discussions also centered on the restructuring and new leadership of the AfD's youth organization.
France
•28.11.2025
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French media began the day reporting on the death of a National Guard member in Washington D.C., leading to President Trump's call for a "definitive suspension of immigration from all Third World countries." Concurrently, the extensive coverage of President Macron's newly announced voluntary military service continued, with discussions on preparing public opinion for the possibility of war.
By mid-morning, the focus shifted to the escape of two detainees from Dijon prison, with one later apprehended in Saône-et-Loire. Allegations of corruption against a top Ukrainian official also gained traction. The early afternoon saw reports of a significant drug trafficking event leading Orange to temporarily close its Marseille site. The UN called for an investigation into a video showing Israeli soldiers executing two Palestinians in the West Bank.
The late afternoon and evening were dominated by news of Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, resigning amid corruption accusations. The day concluded with Airbus's urgent request for 6,000 A320 aircraft to immediately cease flying due to a software vulnerability to solar radiation, leading to Air France canceling flights.
By mid-morning, the focus shifted to the escape of two detainees from Dijon prison, with one later apprehended in Saône-et-Loire. Allegations of corruption against a top Ukrainian official also gained traction. The early afternoon saw reports of a significant drug trafficking event leading Orange to temporarily close its Marseille site. The UN called for an investigation into a video showing Israeli soldiers executing two Palestinians in the West Bank.
The late afternoon and evening were dominated by news of Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, resigning amid corruption accusations. The day concluded with Airbus's urgent request for 6,000 A320 aircraft to immediately cease flying due to a software vulnerability to solar radiation, leading to Air France canceling flights.
Lebanon
•28.11.2025
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Lebanese media on November 28 prominently featured renewed Israeli aggressions in southern Lebanon, a year after the ceasefire agreement, with reports of Israeli strikes in southern Syria and surveillance of potential successors to the assassinated commander Haytham Ali Tabtabai. Hezbollah's Sheikh Qassem stated the group's right to retaliate for Tabtabai's assassination, affirming the timing would be determined by them. Meanwhile, discussions continued regarding the recently signed maritime border agreement with Cyprus, with some outlets questioning hidden amendments. Concurrently, Lebanon's Foreign Ministry filed a new complaint with the UN Security Council against Israel, renewing its readiness for negotiations. The Pope's upcoming visit also gained attention, with preparations including the freezing of weapon permits in Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Ukraine
•28.11.2025
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Ukrainian media started the day focusing on ongoing peace negotiations, with reports of Trump's peace plan being stalled and Putin rejecting it. By the mid-morning, attention shifted dramatically to searches at Andriy Yermak's home by NABU and SAPO, with Yermak confirming cooperation. This story intensified throughout the afternoon, culminating in multiple outlets reporting his resignation, which President Zelenskyy confirmed. Kyiv Post later linked the resignation to corruption raids and a $100-million kickback scheme. Simultaneously, Ukraine reported successful strikes on the Saratov oil refinery and a drone storage site in Crimea.
Palestine
•28.11.2025
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Palestinian media on November 28 continued to prioritize Israeli military actions, with early reports focusing on an injured Palestinian in Jerusalem and ongoing negotiations for besieged fighters in Rafah. A major development was the widespread outrage over videos depicting the execution of two unarmed youths in Jenin after their surrender.
The morning also saw extensive coverage of escalating Israeli raids in Tubas and Gaza, alongside reports of casualties from Israeli strikes in Syria's Beit Jann. By early afternoon, media highlighted an Israeli army raid in the Far'a camp, forcing displacement, and discussed the declining prospects for the second phase of the Gaza agreement.
The late afternoon and evening saw continued focus on the Beit Jann attack, framed as a "massacre of sleepers," and ongoing Israeli raids and demolitions in Jenin and Tubas.
The morning also saw extensive coverage of escalating Israeli raids in Tubas and Gaza, alongside reports of casualties from Israeli strikes in Syria's Beit Jann. By early afternoon, media highlighted an Israeli army raid in the Far'a camp, forcing displacement, and discussed the declining prospects for the second phase of the Gaza agreement.
The late afternoon and evening saw continued focus on the Beit Jann attack, framed as a "massacre of sleepers," and ongoing Israeli raids and demolitions in Jenin and Tubas.
UK
•28.11.2025
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•2 days ago
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November 28 began with UK media focused on the rising death toll from the Hong Kong fire, which reached 94 in the morning and 128 by late morning, with rescue efforts concluding. Early afternoon coverage saw intense focus on a shooting in Washington DC where a National Guard member died, alongside reports of Trump's plan to recognize occupied Ukraine as part of Russia. Later in the afternoon, Zelensky's chief of staff resigned following an anti-corruption raid on his home. The evening then shifted significantly to major travel disruption, with thousands of Airbus planes deemed unsafe due to a software issue, leading to widespread flight modifications and warnings of disruption for passengers.
Iran
•28.11.2025
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Iranian media on November 28 extensively reported on US President Trump's statements regarding a permanent halt to immigration from 'Third World' countries, with new details emerging about a review of green cards from 19 countries, including Iran (BBC Persian, VOA Persian, Radio Farda). This was a consistent theme throughout the day, echoing earlier reports from the morning.
Domestically, severe air pollution in major Iranian cities, particularly Tehran, became a dominant concern, leading to virtual schooling and remote work for government employees (Iran International, ISNA, Mehr News). This environmental crisis, along with land subsidence and water shortages, was highlighted as a pressing issue.
Concurrently, outlets loyal to the regime condemned Israel, labeling it the "most hated organization" globally (Mehr News, Tasnim News, Al-Alam News Network), a continuation of previous days' anti-Israeli rhetoric following the assassination of a Hezbollah commander.
Domestically, severe air pollution in major Iranian cities, particularly Tehran, became a dominant concern, leading to virtual schooling and remote work for government employees (Iran International, ISNA, Mehr News). This environmental crisis, along with land subsidence and water shortages, was highlighted as a pressing issue.
Concurrently, outlets loyal to the regime condemned Israel, labeling it the "most hated organization" globally (Mehr News, Tasnim News, Al-Alam News Network), a continuation of previous days' anti-Israeli rhetoric following the assassination of a Hezbollah commander.
Russia
•28.11.2025
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Russian media began the day reporting on new Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and Ukrainian President Zelensky facing an investigation into military equipment procurement. Concurrently, President Putin's upcoming state visit to India and his scheduled meeting with Hungarian PM Orban were reported. By late morning, the focus shifted to the "Geneva version" of a peace plan for Ukraine, with Moscow having received its key parameters, while an anti-corruption raid targeted a top Zelensky aide. In the afternoon, reports intensified on the potential US recognition of Crimea and Russian-controlled Ukrainian territories, with mentions of Trump's proposals to Putin. The day concluded with prominent coverage of the resignation of Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief of staff, Yermak, with Russian outlets speculating on its implications for Ukraine's leadership. Separately, two "shadow fleet" tankers reportedly exploded and caught fire in the Black Sea near Turkey, and Putin signed amendments to the tax code, including a VAT increase.
Italy
•28.11.2025
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Italian media on November 28 maintained its focus on Russian President Putin's reiterated conditions for peace in Ukraine, demanding Kiev's withdrawal from contested territories as a prerequisite for a ceasefire. Concurrently, a nationwide strike affecting various sectors was also noted. Early afternoon saw attention shift to broader political discussions, including judicial reform and the European Court of Justice's redefinition of family. By late afternoon and evening, a significant development emerged with an attack on the newsroom of La Stampa. Antagonists, identified by some as pro-Palestine or leftist, reportedly devastated the offices, launching manure. This incident drew widespread condemnation, including from President Mattarella.
Japan
•28.11.2025
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Japanese media on November 28, 2025, heavily reported on the Tokyo High Court's ruling upholding the ban on same-sex marriage as constitutional, with plaintiffs expressing anger at what they called an "unjust ruling" (Huffington Post Japan, Kyodo News English, Yahoo News Japan). This legal development drew sustained attention throughout the day, becoming a central focus. Concurrently, the government approved an 18.3 trillion yen supplementary budget aimed at addressing prices and fostering economic growth (Nikkei Shimbun, Yahoo News Japan). Separately, news emerged of London's Natural History Museum returning Ainu remains to Japan (Kyodo News English). The severe Hong Kong high-rise fire also remained a prominent story, with reports of alarm system failures and continuing arrests of construction personnel (Yahoo News Japan).
Netherlands
•28.11.2025
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Dutch media on November 28 continued to focus on the shooting incident in Washington D.C. Early morning reports confirmed the death of one National Guard member, with another in critical condition (NOS, RTL Nieuws, AD.nl). This follows previous days' reports of injuries and escalating casualties near the White House.
Later in the morning, attention shifted to Ukrainian politics, with reports of a house search at the residence of President Zelensky's chief of staff, Jermak, due to corruption allegations (NOS, RTL Nieuws). By the afternoon, Dutch outlets widely reported Jermak's resignation amidst the scandal, impacting ongoing peace negotiations (AD.nl, NOS, NRC, RTL Nieuws, de Volkskrant).
Concurrently, a significant domestic development was the cabinet's decision to halt gas extraction under the Wadden Sea near Ternaard, buying out NAM for 163 million euros (NOS, NRC, RTL Nieuws, de Volkskrant), a decision welcomed by some as a long-awaited environmental victory (Trouw).
Later in the morning, attention shifted to Ukrainian politics, with reports of a house search at the residence of President Zelensky's chief of staff, Jermak, due to corruption allegations (NOS, RTL Nieuws). By the afternoon, Dutch outlets widely reported Jermak's resignation amidst the scandal, impacting ongoing peace negotiations (AD.nl, NOS, NRC, RTL Nieuws, de Volkskrant).
Concurrently, a significant domestic development was the cabinet's decision to halt gas extraction under the Wadden Sea near Ternaard, buying out NAM for 163 million euros (NOS, NRC, RTL Nieuws, de Volkskrant), a decision welcomed by some as a long-awaited environmental victory (Trouw).
India
•28.11.2025
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•2 days ago
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Indian media prominently featured Donald Trump's statements regarding a permanent pause on migration from "Third World countries" following the Washington D.C. shooting, with discussions on the specific countries that might be targeted. This echoed the previous day's coverage where Trump linked a "terrorist attack" to Afghan immigrants. Domestically, India's Q2 GDP growth of 8.2% surpassed forecasts and marked the highest in six quarters, receiving significant attention. The ongoing political infighting within Karnataka's Congress party between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar for the Chief Minister position also continued to be a focal point, with a scheduled breakfast meeting at the high command's directive to resolve their dispute. Additionally, concerns regarding Imran Khan's well-being in prison resurfaced, with his son appealing for international intervention and his sister issuing a threat to Pakistan's leadership.
Poland
•28.11.2025
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Polish media on November 28 began with continued focus on the White House shooting aftermath and President Nawrocki's vetoes. By late morning, attention shifted to Russia-Ukraine peace discussions and reports of a potential new war, alongside Donald Trump's declarations on migration. In the early afternoon, the ABW detained five individuals suspected of working for a foreign intelligence service, dominating headlines across multiple outlets. This was closely followed by news of Andriy Yermak's resignation as head of President Zelenskyy's office amid a corruption scandal in Ukraine. The day concluded with reports of the leaked German war plan and President Trump's annulling of Joe Biden's decrees.
Spain
•28.11.2025
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Spanish media on November 28 continued its intense focus on the 'Ábalos case,' with the Supreme Court sending Ábalos and Koldo García to provisional prison due to an "extreme" risk of flight. Early reports highlighted Ábalos's alleged implication of Begoña Gómez in the Air Europa case. Throughout the day, the government responded strongly to Ábalos's accusations, while new details emerged about the judicial proceedings and Ábalos's imprisonment. Concurrently, Feijóo's efforts to gather support for a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, specifically appealing to Catalan businesses to pressure Junts and ERC, remained a prominent theme. Other topics included pension increases and housing market trends.
Turkey
•28.11.2025
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Pope Leo XIV's visit to Turkey continued to dominate headlines on November 28th, with a prominent focus on his activities in İznik and the historical significance of the First Council of Nicaea. Morning reports detailed discussions regarding his visit and President Erdoğan's historical statements, while conservative media questioned his access to Anıtkabir. Throughout the early afternoon, media continued to cover the Pope's prayers at İznik Lake and his presence at the ancient Hagia Sophia Basilica alongside the Fener Greek Patriarch, emphasizing Christian unity and historical connections.
Concurrently, the CHP's 39th Ordinary Congress and its "Western-oriented program" were widely discussed, along with proposed changes to the party's structure. Towards the evening, reports also emerged on the mysterious poisoning death of a family, a petrol tanker explosion in Kocaeli, and Turkey's selection to the IMO council.
Concurrently, the CHP's 39th Ordinary Congress and its "Western-oriented program" were widely discussed, along with proposed changes to the party's structure. Towards the evening, reports also emerged on the mysterious poisoning death of a family, a petrol tanker explosion in Kocaeli, and Turkey's selection to the IMO council.
China
•28.11.2025
•Friday
•2 days ago
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Chinese state media started the day emphasizing the advantages of China's market and the "Fifteen Five-Year Plan" alongside extensive coverage of Xi's thought on strengthening the military and diplomacy. Concurrently, Hong Kong media reported the Tai Po fire death toll reaching 94, with families identifying bodies and community relief efforts underway. By early morning, the Hong Kong fire death toll had risen to 128, with two consultant directors arrested. Throughout the day, state media focused on Xi chairing a CPC meeting to review discipline inspection reports, while Hong Kong authorities confirmed non-functional fire alarms in 8 buildings and arrested eight individuals from the anti-corruption watchdog.
Kenya
•28.11.2025
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Kenyan media on November 28, 2025, primarily focused on the declaration of by-election results, with ODM and UDA securing various seats across the country in the early morning. These victories were, however, overshadowed by persistent reports of widespread violence, property destruction, and bribery claims that marred the electoral process, prompting the IEBC to condemn the unrest. By mid-morning, President Ruto celebrated the broad-based government victory, with some outlets reporting that Deputy President Gachagua alleged government tactics influenced the wins. Concurrently, President Donald Trump's pledge to permanently pause migration from "Third World countries" gained significant traction throughout the day, drawing attention to its potential impact on Kenyans. Later in the afternoon, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) condemned the by-election violence and questioned the IEBC's readiness for the 2027 polls.
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