Moscow, Russia (DT) – Aviation authorities temporarily closed Domodedovo, Zhukovsky and Sheremetyevo international airports in the Moscow region on Sunday due to potential risks of drone attacks.
“In order to ensure the safety of civil aircraft flights, temporary restrictions have been introduced for the operation of Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports starting from 08:03 Moscow time, November 10. The airports are temporarily not accepting or sending flights,” the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency said in a statement.
Sheremetyevo International Airport was later shut down, too.
Aircraft crews, air traffic controllers, and airport services are taking all necessary measures to ensure flight safety is a top priority, according to the statement.
According to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, seven more drones were shot down in the regions of Domodedovo, Ramenskoye and Kolomna on Sunday morning, bringing the total number of downed drones to 32.
Jerusalem, Israel (DT) – At least 36 Palestinians were killed, including 13 children, after Israeli fighter planes bombed a house in Jabalia in northern Gaza where displaced people were also taking refuge, official Palestinian news agency Wafa reported.
The house was totally destroyed and several people are still under the rubble while the injured have been taken to the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital, the agency added.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Sunday that its operation in Jabalia was ongoing and that they had killed dozens of militants and dismantled “sites of terrorist infrastructure” in the past 24 hours.
The troops also located weapons and a tunnel shaft in Beit Lahia, the IDF added.
The north of the enclave has been under siege since early October, when Israeli troops resumed their offensive there, claiming that Palestinian Islamist group Hamas was trying to regroup in the area.
Since then, at least 1,800 people have died in the north of the Strip, which includes Jabalia and its refugee camp, Beit Lahia and Bei Hanoun, according to the latest official figure published by the Palestinian authorities on Tuesday.
On Saturday, Israel’s defense chief Herzi Halevi said that his troops had killed some 1,000 Palestinian militants during their offensive in the area, which he described as “a significant achievement that deals Hamas a severe blow.”
Between 75,000 and 95,000 people remain in northern Gaza while tens of thousands have fled to Gaza City because of the Israeli offensive, according to estimates by the UN refugee agency for Palestinians.
In Jabalia and its refugee camp alone, which has the largest population of the three besieged cities, 70,000 people fled to the capital or moved to Beit Lahia or Beit Hanoun after the entry of Israeli troops.
Beijing, China (DT) – Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Beijing on Saturday, expressing the readiness to work with the new Indonesian government to continue promoting self-improvement, solidarity and win-win cooperation among major developing countries.
Prabowo is in China for a state visit at the invitation of Xi.
Xi noted that Prabowo visited China in his first overseas trip right after he was elected in March and chose China as the first country to visit after taking office, which speaks volumes about the great importance he attaches to developing relations with China and demonstrates the high level and strategic nature of China-Indonesia relations.
Xi went on to point out that the adherence to strategic autonomy, mutual trust, mutual assistance, win-win cooperation, fairness and justice represents not only a summary of the experience in developing bilateral ties over the past decades, but also an important principle that should be followed for ensuring the sustained and stable development of bilateral relations in the future.
“China is willing to work with the new Indonesian government to build on past achievements, promote building a community with a shared future with regional and global influence, and continue to write a new chapter of seeking self-improvement via solidarity, and boosting coordination and mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation among major developing countries,” said Xi.
Chinese President Xi Jinping holds a welcome ceremony for Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in the Northern Hall of the Great Hall of the People prior to their talks in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 9, 2024. Xi held talks with Prabowo, who is on a state visit to China, in Beijing on Saturday. (Xinhua/Liu Weibing)
Xi stressed that the two sides should consolidate higher-level strategic mutual trust, increase high-level exchanges and cooperation between governments and legislative bodies and at the sub-national level, strengthen exchanges of governance experience, firmly support each other in exploring modernization paths suited to their national conditions, and firmly support each other in upholding respective core interests and major concerns.
Xi called on the two sides to further improve the layout of strategic cooperation and foster cooperation regarding the “five pillars” of politics, economy, people-to-people and cultural exchange, maritime affairs and security.
Xi urged the two sides to deepen high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, continue to operate well the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway, advance cooperation on the Regional Comprehensive Economic Corridor and the “Two Countries, Twin Parks” project, strengthen cooperation in such areas as digital economy, advanced manufacturing and the circular economy, carry out joint maritime development, and continuously deepen all-round mutually beneficial cooperation.
China is also ready to work with Indonesia to build more projects for the benefit of the people, strengthen exchanges and cooperation in poverty reduction, medicine, grain cultivation and fisheries, provide support for the training of scientific personnel and the development of vocational education in Indonesia, and introduce more facilitation measures to expand personnel exchanges, Xi said.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and the next year marks the 70th anniversary of the Bandung Conference, Xi noted, adding that as major developing countries, emerging markets and major members of the Global South, China and Indonesia should jointly champion the Asian values featuring peace, cooperation, inclusiveness and integration, enrich the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and the Bandung Spirit with the imperatives of the new era, lead countries in the Global South to unite and strengthen themselves, and steer global governance in a fairer and more equitable direction.
China is ready to carry out closer multilateral strategic coordination with Indonesia, oppose unilateralism and protectionism, advocate an equal and orderly multi-polar world and inclusive economic globalization that benefit all, and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability, Xi said.
Prabowo said that under the complex and volatile international situation, Indonesia hopes to work with China to further strengthen all-round strategic coordination, become closer comprehensive strategic partners, and build a community with a shared future that has regional and global influence.
Indonesia is willing to continue high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with China, improve the “five pillars” cooperation framework, and strengthen all-round cooperation throughout the industrial chains in infrastructure, energy minerals, medicine, agriculture, housing, joint maritime development, food security and poverty reduction, he added.
Prabowo said Indonesia unequivocally adheres to the one-China principle, and firmly supports China in its efforts to maintain development and stability in Xinjiang. He also expressed appreciation for China in upholding fairness and justice on the Palestinian question.
Indonesia follows an independent and non-aligned foreign policy, and will not join any military alliance or “exclusive bloc” against a third party, Prabowo said, adding that the country is willing to enhance coordination with China in such multilateral frameworks as the G20, to make positive contributions to safeguarding the common interests of the Global South and promoting a multi-polar world.
After the talks, the two heads of state witnessed the signing of multiple bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as joint development, blue economy, water conservancy and mineral resources.
The two sides issued a joint statement on advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership and the China-Indonesia community with a shared future.
SINGAPORE (DT)— Father Christopher Lee, who was injured in a knife attack at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah, is reportedly recovering well at the National University Hospital (NUH) in Singapore.
According to a report by Channel News Asia (CNA), the Communications Office of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore confirmed that Father Lee is in stable condition following a successful surgery to treat his wounds.
“He remains warded for doctors to monitor his condition,” the Communications Office stated, adding, “At this time, we do not encourage visitors to the hospital so that Father Chris can rest well. We do, however, encourage all to pray for his speedy recovery.”
Despite the incident, Sunday services proceeded as scheduled at St Joseph’s Church. Authorities are investigating the incident, though no further details on the attacker or motive have been released. The church community has expressed solidarity, with parishioners praying for Father Lee’s swift recovery.
Washington, USA (DT) – United States President-elect Donald Trump won Arizona and its 11 electoral delegates, CNN and Associated Press projected Saturday.
With the win, Trump completes a sweep of all the swing states in these elections – Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina and Nevada – with a final total of 312 electoral votes compared to Kamala Harris’ 226.
The Republican has thus flipped Arizona, which US President Joe Biden had won in the 2020 elections by 10,457 votes prompting Trump to spread unfounded conspiracy theories about election rigging, which have been floating around in the minds of many Republicans for the past four years and have come up constantly during the recent campaign.
Trump had also defeated Hillary Clinton in 2016 by four points in this Sun Belt state.
Arizona had traditionally been a Republican state – Biden’s victory was only the second for a Democratic candidate in the last 28 years – but the rapid growth of the Latino population and divisions within the Republicans in that state made it difficult to recover it.
In fact, since Trump’s last victory there in 2016, Democrat Katie Hobbs was elected the governor of the state, which also has two senators and other high-level officials from the Democratic Party.
Both Harris and Trump, who polls gave a slight edge in Arizona, visited the border between this state and neighboring Mexico during the campaign to win over voters.
Washington, USA (DT) – Incoming US president Donald Trump on Thursday named Susie Wiles, one of his two campaign managers, as his future chief of staff, making her the first woman to take the role in American history.
Trump’s second term in the White House will begin on Jan. 20, 2025.
Wiles, 67, will therefore take one of the most important positions in the US administration, responsible for White House policy and day-to-day affairs, as well as coordination of cabinet members, and serving as confidante and adviser.
It is the first appointment that Trump has announced since he defeated Democratic candidate and incumbent vice president, Kamala Harris, in Tuesday’s election.
“Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns,” Trump said in a statement.
“Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected. Susie will continue to work tirelessly to Make America Great Again.”
He said it was a “well-deserved honor” to have Wiles as the first female chief of staff in American history.
On Tuesday, when Trump gave his first victory speech, he publicly thanked Wiles for her work.
According to CNN, Wiles is credited with making this latest and third Republican campaign the most “sophisticated and disciplined” of them all.
A veteran of politics in Florida, she ran Trump’s campaign in the state in 2016 and helped Ron DeSantis win the state’s gubernatorial election in 2018.
Who is Susie Wiles
Susie Wiles is an American political strategist and veteran Republican operative, known for her work on high-profile political campaigns. She is best recognized for her role as a senior adviser and key strategist during Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, where she played a significant role in helping secure his victory in Florida, a crucial swing state. Wiles is also known for her involvement in various Republican campaigns in Florida, including gubernatorial races.
In 2024, she was appointed as Trump’s Chief of Staff, a role in which she will manage his administration’s operations and strategy. Wiles has been influential in Republican circles, particularly for her expertise in campaign management and political outreach.
Susie Wiles is the daughter of legendary sportscaster Pat Summerall, growing up in New Jersey as one of his three children. Her first foray into politics was as an assistant to the late Jack Kemp, who had been Summerall’s teammate during his time with the New York Giants.
Summerall, who struggled with alcoholism, credited Wiles for helping him make the decision to seek sobriety and enter the Betty Ford Clinic for treatment. In his memoir, he reflected on her impact, saying, “I hadn’t been there much for my kids, but Susan’s letter made it clear that I’d hurt them even in my absence.”
Beijing, China (DT) – At the invitation of Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang will visit Singapore on Nov. 10 and 11, according to Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning. Ding, who is also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will co-chair the 20th meeting of the China-Singapore Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation.
Additionally, he will oversee key initiatives, including the 25th meeting of the China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park Joint Steering Council (JSC), the 16th meeting of the China-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City JSC, and the eighth meeting of the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Demonstration Initiative on Strategic Connectivity JSC.
Following his Singapore visit, Ding will travel to Azerbaijan on Nov. 12 and 13 as Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special representative. There, he will attend the World Leaders Climate Action Summit at the invitation of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
Ding is also expected to meet with Azerbaijani Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Abdulla oglu Mustafayev to discuss bilateral cooperation, with a focus on energy, infrastructure, and climate initiatives.
These visits underscore China’s efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations with Singapore and Azerbaijan, fostering collaboration in areas of trade, technology, and sustainable development.
Brasilia, Brazil (DT) – The Speaker of the UK Parliament, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, has attended the 10th G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20) in Brazil. The summit, which brings together parliamentary leaders from the world’s largest economies, is being held in Rio de Janeiro and aims to foster dialogue on critical global issues, including economic recovery, climate change, and international cooperation.
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Created in 2010, the P20 is led by the Speakers and Presidents of the parliaments of G20 countries. The group seeks to engage parliamentary leaders in strengthening global collaboration, ensuring that parliaments play an active role in shaping solutions to global challenges. This year’s theme, “Parliaments for a Just World and a Sustainable Planet,” reflects the group’s focus on addressing global issues such as hunger, poverty, and sustainability.
The summit officially opened on 7 November, with an opening ceremony followed by two working sessions. The first sessions addressed key topics such as the role of parliaments in combating hunger, poverty, and inequality on a global scale, as well as their contribution to promoting sustainable development.
On 8 November, the final working session focused on the role of parliaments in the construction of global governance and adapting to the challenges of the modern world. The formal proceedings concluded with the handover of the presidency to South Africa, the host for the next summit.
Throughout the event, Sir Lindsay Hoyle held bilateral meetings with parliamentary leaders from Brazil, Indonesia, Portugal, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. These discussions were aimed at developing and strengthening inter-parliamentary relationships, further enhancing collaboration between the UK Parliament and other legislative bodies around the world.
Washington DC (DT) – US President-elect Donald Trump has started preparing executive orders, including one on immigration that he intends to sign on his first day in office, with his campaign discussing potential appointments for the White House team.
According to The Washington Post and Politico on Thursday, Trump’s campaign has entered the transition phase following Tuesday’s election, in which he secured a second term set to officially begin on Jan. 20.
Trump plans “executive action on day one” to close the US-Mexico border and promote oil drilling to lower fuel prices, Trump senior adviser Jason Miller told Politico.
“All of the secure border policies that we had in place with President Trump (in 2017-2021), he can simply flip the switch and put those back in place just like they were before,” Miller told NBC news.
However, Miller did not provide specific details on the planned border closure, which would impact the over 3,000-kilometer border with Mexico.
The proposed border closure has raised concerns within President Joe Biden’s administration that it might lead to a surge in migrant attempts to cross the southern border before the transition, NBC News reported.
Earlier this week, Trump warned that he would impose a 25 percent tariff on all Mexican imports if Mexico does not curb the flow of drugs and criminal activity into the US.
Trump’s stance on fossil fuels has also alarmed climate advocates, who are pushing for a transition to green energy to address the climate crisis.
Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign has started discussing potential cabinet members, with Republican Senator Marco Rubio reportedly among the favorites for Secretary of State, according to The Washington Post.
Rubio, a Hispanic senator from Florida of Cuban descent, held significant influence over Latin American policy during Trump’s first term due to his role on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Other possible candidates for Secretary of State include former Director of National Intelligence Rick Grenell and Senator Bill Hagerty.
For Treasury Secretary, the leading candidates reportedly include billionaire investor John Paulson and Scott Bessent, Trump’s current economic adviser, according to The Washington Post.
Republican Senator Tom Cotton is being considered for Secretary of Defense, while independent candidate Robert Kennedy may take a role related to health or the regulation of food and drug policies.
With a Republican majority in the Senate, the confirmation of cabinet nominees is expected to face minimal opposition.
West Palm Beach, US (DT)- Republican Donald Trump claimed victory in the US presidential election on Tuesday, with results yet to be finalized and Vice President Kamala Harris still to concede.
“We’ve achieved the most incredible political thing, political victory, that our country has never seen before – nothing like this,” the former president, poised for a decisive win, told supporters at the Palm Beach County Convention Center.
“I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honor of being elected your 47th president, and your 45th president.”
For now, only the conservative Fox News network has declared his victory, which is expected to be resounding, since he has obtained 267 of the 270 electoral votes needed, and which he can get from winning the conservative state of Alaska or any of the four remaining swing states where he also looks to be leading.
People attend the Nevada Republican Party watch party at the Ahern Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, 05 November 2024. EFE/EPA/CAROLINE BREHMAN
Accompanied by his wife Melania, his children and his campaign staff, Trump pledged to “make America great again,” to roars from the crowd following victories in the key states of North Carolina and Georgia, and the good partial results in the crucial state of Pennsylvania.
In a relaxed speech, he assured that he will “fight” for the constituents, their families and their future.
“Every single day I will be fighting for you and with every breath in my body, I will not rest until we have delivered the strong, safe and prosperous America that our children deserve and that you deserve,” he said.
“This will truly be the golden age of America.”
Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump addresses supporters at the Election Night watch party in the West Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, USA, 06 November 2024. EFE/EPA/CRISTOBAL HERRERA-ULASHKEVICH
He highlighted his victory in North Carolina and the promising results in the key states of Georgia, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
Democrat Harris has not yet conceded, but did cancel her speech at Howard University, her campaign headquarters in northwest Washington.
Republican spokesperson Jaime Florez told EFE that it would be monumental to win, for example, the key state of Michigan, and stressed that the campaign had been cautious from the early hours as they saw upward trends in the polls for Trump.
He said that in the two previous elections, in 2016 against Hillary Clinton and in 2020 against incumbent President Joe Biden, the polls significantly underestimated Trump.
In that sense, he specified that in some way it happened again with the polls during this campaign, but on a smaller scale.
In this regard, Trump highlighted the work of his campaign and the nearly 900 rallies it called and thanked voters for their participation, promising to “not let you down.”
