Today at 6:11 AM West Indonesian Time (2:11 AM Moscow Time), the Semeru volcano located in eastern Java erupted, as reported by RIA Novosti. According to the observation post, the eruption produced an ash column approximately 800 meters high, rising from the summit of the volcano, which stands at 4476 meters above sea level.
Google CEO and parent company Alphabet's Sundar Pichai urged people to approach artificial intelligence responses with caution and to use additional sources of information in an interview with the BBC. He emphasized the importance of being able to effectively apply these technologies in appropriate areas, but also warned against blindly trusting their conclusions. Pichai noted that modern AI systems "can make mistakes." According to the BBC, their investigation showed that many
Illustrative photo From 2022 to 2025, 338 criminal cases related to the participation of citizens in international armed conflicts were registered in Uzbekistan. Security Service officials noted that they record hundreds of cases each year where citizens become members of religious extremist or terrorist groups, as well as foreign mercenaries. The overwhelming majority of these individuals found themselves in such situations due to manipulation by criminal groups or deception, and in some
According to a statement from a White House representative, the administration insists that the bill include a provision that would guarantee the U.S. president control over the sanctions imposed. “It is important for the administration and the president that the sanctions package includes a clause that gives the president the right to make final decisions. If such a clause is included, I am sure the president will consider the possibility of signing this bill,” noted a source in the White
As reported by the Agency, the name "Balkhash" won the competition, which involved 882 participants, making it the most popular among the proposed options. The chosen wording also aligns with international practice, where nuclear power plants are named based on geographical principles. Additionally, the commission approved the names in Russian and English: Атомная электростанция «Балхаш» and Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant.
Volodymyr Zelensky In his message, Zelensky noted: “Tomorrow we will hold meetings in Turkey. We are preparing to activate the negotiation process and we have certain solutions that we will propose to our partners. Our main goal is to expedite the end of the war. We are also continuing work on resuming exchanges and returning prisoners.” According to information provided by Reuters, a representative of U.S. President Donald Trump, Stephen Witkoff, will also meet with Zelensky in Turkey
Illustrative photo Uzbekistan will continue to export electricity to Afghanistan in 2026. This became possible thanks to an agreement signed on November 17 in Tashkent, as reported by the press service of the Uzbek Ministry of Energy. According to the Ministry of Energy, the agreement resulted from negotiations between Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, the head of the ministry, and Abdul Bori Omar, the director of the Afghan company Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS).
Donald Trump expressed his congratulations to the world regarding the historic decision of the UN Security Council, which approved the establishment of the Council of Peace. This new body will be headed by the President of the United States and other prominent world leaders, reports Kazinform. “I congratulate the world on this wonderful decision of the UN Security Council, which recognized and approved the creation of the Council of Peace, which I will lead together with the most respected
The firefighters arrived at the scene when the fire had already completely engulfed the building. During the operations to extinguish the fire and search for victims, rescuers managed to evacuate three people who were unconscious and handed them over to medical personnel. Neighbors reported that there were guests in the house at the time of the tragedy, as the owners had hosted an event the day before.
// Alexander Korolkov/RG Mikhail Mishustin held talks with Gombozhavg in Moscow, where he arrived to participate in the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. Despite the language barrier, both sides found common ground, as Zandan Shatar is fluent in Russian, having studied at one of the Russian universities. "Mongolia is our strategic partner in the Asia-Pacific region," emphasized Mishustin.
Illustrative photo Georgia is introducing new rules for citizens living abroad. Now they will be able to participate in parliamentary and municipal elections only on the condition of returning to their homeland. This was stated by the Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia, Shalva Papuashvili, at a special press conference. In his opinion, Georgians outside the country face difficulties in making informed decisions due to their separation from their homeland. Papuashvili also noted that they
// atommedia.online The construction of a small-capacity nuclear power plant in Mongolia could take a central place in Russian-Mongolian interaction for many years to come. This was stated by Sergey Demin, head of the Rosatom representative office in Mongolia, at the seminar "Nuclear Energy: A Step into the Future," TASS reports. According to Demin, the development of partnership in the field of nuclear energy with Mongolia appears to be very promising and significant. He is
On Monday, November 17, the UN Security Council voted in favor of a resolution supporting Donald Trump's peace plan, which includes a proposal to create international forces to stabilize the situation in the Gaza Strip. Thirteen out of the fifteen Council members supported the proposal, while Russia and China chose to abstain, reports DW. The initiative includes not only the disarmament of the Hamas movement but also the establishment of a transitional Palestinian administration.
Illustrative photo According to the new requirements, graduates of medical universities will be obliged to work for up to three years under the supervision of a more experienced doctor in medical institutions participating in the program of state guarantees for free medical care, which mainly includes state organizations. Residents studying on a budget basis will have to sign a targeted training agreement, under which they are required to work for at least three years in their specialty at the
The attack on the school occurred while the police officers on duty engaged in a shootout with the assailants, who then climbed over the fence and forcibly took the girls from the dormitory. During the incident, one school staff member was killed while trying to protect the children, and another was injured and is currently in the hospital. Witnesses reported that the militants began shooting to create panic among the students and staff.
A significant theft occurred at the Louis Vuitton boutique in the Italian capital, Rome, as reported by Kazinform. According to information from the ANSA agency, at least three masked criminals used a vehicle to break through the metal gates and gain access to the store's warehouse.
In an interview with the UN News Service, Gauhar Mukhatjanova, a researcher at the UN Institute for Disarmament Research and director of the International Organizations and Non-Proliferation Program at the Vienna Center, emphasized that the multilateral nuclear disarmament system is facing a serious crisis, accompanied by growing distrust among states. In her opinion, the global arms control architecture, which has been developed over many years, is on the verge of collapse. "The situation
The visit will take place on November 20-21 at the invitation of the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as stated in the press service's announcement. As part of the official meeting, negotiations are scheduled between the delegations of the two countries, during which the development of mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Armenia will be discussed.
During the event, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia, Batbaatar Bat, presented a strategy and recommendations for addressing pressing environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity, and land degradation through coordinated actions. Mongolia announced its intention to put forward three key initiatives at the upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP17). This information was published on the ministry's Facebook page. As Minister Bat noted, at the 17th
As a result of the vote, out of 15 Council members, 13 supported the resolution, while Russia and China, who have veto power, abstained from voting. On his Truth Social page, Trump noted that this "incredible UN Security Council vote" was a significant event and confirmed that he would lead a new "Council for Peace." He emphasized that it would include "the most respected and influential leaders in the world."
Illustrative photo The President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, has approved a new law that expands opportunities for employers in labor relations with foreign workers. According to the new regulation, employers will be able to terminate contracts with migrants if the established regional limit on jobs is exceeded. This law amends Article 327.6 of the Labor Code of Russia and will come into effect on March 1, 2026. Deputies from the "New People" party proposed this
According to the publication "Moscow Komsomolets," the official in question turned out to be Sergey Shoigu, who holds the position of Secretary of the Security Council of Russia. Reports indicate that the location for the preparation of the terrorist attack was at the Troyekurovskoye Cemetery in Moscow, where Shoigu was planning to visit the graves of his relatives.
Anchbayar Nyamdorj expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to participate for the first time as an observer at this important agency meeting. In his speech, he emphasized that the creation of a nuclear-weapon-free zone is crucial for international cooperation, strengthening stability both in the region and on the global stage, as well as for building trustful relations between countries. During the conference, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The PIA plane at Lahore airport. Photo by Reuters. Pakistan International Airlines, once known as a pioneer in regional aviation, has today become a symbol of a serious institutional crisis in Pakistan. In this context, it is worth noting the publication by Asian News Post. The airline was previously an important player, helping to establish national carriers in other countries in the region; however, it now faces constant flight delays, unpaid salaries, and protests over safety violations—all
In the latest reports from foreign news agencies, key events that occurred over the past day in Ukraine and around the world are highlighted against the backdrop of military actions in this country. Here are the main points. Photo: Christophe Ena / EPA / Scanpix / LETA. On Monday, the presidents of Ukraine and France, Volodymyr Zelensky and Emmanuel Macron, signed a declaration of intent that includes the purchase of 100 Rafale fighter jets for Ukraine from the French company Dassault over the
The country's authorities are focused on increasing the efficiency of state enterprises, aiming to minimize competition between the public and private sectors. One of the main tasks of the government is to combat corruption in state structures and ensure transparency in their operations. From 2010 to 2025, 581 contracts out of 586 concluded by the company "Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi" have been disclosed. Currently, efforts are also underway to ensure transparency in five international
The meeting will take place in Moscow on November 17 and 18, 2025. Prime Minister Zandan Shatar will hold talks with the Chairman of the Government of Russia, Mikhail Mishustin, as well as with the Premier of the State Council of China, Li Qiang. During the meeting, Zandan Shatar Gombojav was welcomed by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Mongolia to Russia, Enkh tuvshin Olziisaihan, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Mikhail Yuryevich Galuzin, and the Director
As of October 31, 2025, there are 37,939 foreign citizens registered in Mongolia from 132 countries, present for official or personal purposes. The largest groups of foreign citizens consist of: 24,626 from the People's Republic of China, 2,720 from the Russian Federation, 1,594 from the Republic of Korea, and 1,004 from the USA, as well as 7,995 citizens from other countries. According to Article 27.4 of the Law of Mongolia "On the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens," the number
Ariunbat Altanzul has become the first Mongolian skier to successfully qualify for the Winter Olympics. According to information from the Mongolian Ski Federation, the athlete met the Olympic qualifying standard during international competitions held at an indoor ski complex in Dubai, UAE. To participate in the "Milan-Cortina 2026" Winter Olympics, athletes needed to achieve an average score no higher than 120 based on the results of their best five runs. Ariunbat scored an average
US Navy ships, led by the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, recently crossed the Anegada Passage and reached the Caribbean Sea, where the start of a new military operation against drug terrorists was announced. There are about four thousand personnel and numerous tactical aircraft aboard the carrier. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the operation named Southern Spear, which aims to combat drug terrorists in the Western Hemisphere. The USS Gerald R. Ford is already in the area of
According to information provided by the media, the tribunal is examining events that took place during mass protests and student unrest, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of people, according to estimates from international organizations. UN reports mention a figure of up to 1,400 victims. In this same case, the tribunal found two other high-ranking officials guilty: Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, the former Minister of Home Affairs, was also sentenced to death, while Chowdhury Abdullah Al
On Sunday, November 16, as reported by DW, Chinese coast guard ships crossed the borders of waters under Japanese control near the disputed Senkaku Islands. These uninhabited lands, administered by Japan, are claimed by China. Chinese authorities confirmed that "patrols" are being conducted in this area, justifying it as a means of protecting the "rights and interests" of their country.
The fire, which resulted from the collision, caused not only deaths but also injuries to passengers. According to local sources, among the deceased were at least 11 women and 10 children. At the same time, the only survivor was one passenger; however, this information may be clarified later.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) of the United Kingdom has decided to recover £4.1 million (approximately $5.4 million) in Bitcoin from Joseph O'Connor, a hacker from Britain. This decision is related to his involvement in a major hack of approximately 130 celebrity accounts on Twitter, as reported by local media citing information from the prosecution's press service. According to the agency, O'Connor is required to return 42 Bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies that he
According to data from the Associated Press (AP), in the third quarter of 2025, the Japanese economy contracted by 1.8 percent. The main factors behind this decline were the tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on exports from Japan, as well as a significant drop in private investments in housing construction. From July to September, the volume of shipments to international markets decreased by 4.5 percent year-on-year, while imports fell by 0.1 percent. Investments in housing fell
The presidents of the two countries signed a declaration of intent regarding the procurement of military equipment for Ukraine. Zelensky called this agreement "historic," emphasizing that it is aimed at "significantly strengthening our combat aviation, air defense systems, and other defensive capabilities."
As Trump noted: “You all know that this was my initiative. Any country doing business with Russia will face the harshest sanctions. Iran may also be subject to these measures,” Reuters reports. The bill on secondary sanctions against Russia, proposed by Senators Lindsey Graham (Republican) and Richard Blumenthal (Democrat), was introduced in the spring of 2025. The document includes a 500% tariff on imports from countries purchasing Russian oil, natural gas, or uranium, and has received
In Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has received a death sentence from the International Criminal Tribunal. This decision was made in absentia and is related to charges of crimes against humanity that she committed during the unrest that occurred last year, as reported by Kazinform, citing NDTV. The court found Hasina guilty on three counts, concluding a months-long trial in which she was accused of using brutal measures to suppress student protests. These events led to the
A panel of three judges from the International Tribunal for Crimes, a specialized court in Bangladesh, found Hasina guilty of inciting the murder of protesters carried out by security forces. She is also charged with orders to use firearms, as well as the use of drones and helicopters to suppress protests. Sheikh Hasina denies all charges. Along with her, the former Minister of Home Affairs and the Chief of Police were also convicted, according to information from the BBC.
José Antonio Kast and Janette Jara In the elections in Chile held on November 16, none of the candidates managed to secure the necessary majority of votes to win in the first round. As a result of the voting, the top positions were taken by Janette Jara, representing the Communist Party and a former Minister of Labor, and ultra-conservative José Antonio Kast. Jara, according to Associated Press data, received about 27% of the votes, which was below the expected result, while Kast garnered 24%
In Manila, more than 550,000 people took to the streets to express their protest against corrupt actions related to the construction of flood protection facilities. In particular, those close to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are suspected of corruption. According to DW agency, large-scale demonstrations took place on Sunday, November 16, when participants called for accountability for those involved in the embezzlement of budget funds allocated for infrastructure projects aimed at combating
Within the new zone, administrative buildings have been organized, including customs, veterinary, and phytosanitary services, as well as trade pavilions, warehouses, parking lots, a medical point, and a hotel. Conditions have been established for providing government services based on the "one-stop-shop" principle, which will allow entrepreneurs and clients to use interactive banking systems. The launch of this project will contribute to strengthening trade and economic ties between
Switzerland was able to significantly reduce import duties in the U.S. after presenting luxurious gifts to Donald Trump. This was reported by the Axios portal. According to the publication, a delegation of Swiss businessmen was sent to Washington, who gifted the president a gold bar weighing one kilogram and a Rolex watch. The bar was engraved with the numbers "45" and "47," symbolizing Trump's two terms as president.
In the southwestern part of the country, as well as in the eastern regions, no precipitation is expected on November 19-20. Additionally, forecasters warn of possible wind intensification and foggy conditions throughout the republic. Temperature readings will remain at the same level; however, in eastern Kazakhstan, nighttime temperatures may drop to -6 to -23 degrees, while daytime temperatures are expected to be +2 to +10 degrees.
According to information provided by the South China Morning Post, a 40-year-old resident of South Korea confessed to murdering his girlfriend, whom he strangled after an argument that arose from her criticisms of his financial decisions. After that, the man hid his victim's body in a kimchi refrigerator and continued to communicate with her family, pretending to be her for almost 12 months.
According to information provided by the U.S. Armed Forces Joint Command via the social network X, the strike was carried out on the orders of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who identified the vessel as belonging to a terrorist organization. As reported by Reuters, the operation took place in international waters. Since the beginning of September, an estimated 21 vessels have already been sunk, resulting in the deaths of more than 80 people. On November 14, Pete Hegseth announced the launch
In the Seferihisar district, located in Izmir province, the Turkish coast guard conducted a rescue operation for 34 illegal migrants, as reported by the Kazinform agency, citing Anadolu Ajansi. According to information posted on the official website of the Coast Guard Command, the migrants were on an inflatable boat that drifted into open sea due to engine failure.
The meeting of the Steering Committee took place on November 13, 2025, at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy. Under the leadership of Naranthungalag Tserendorj, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Mongolia to the FAO, participants discussed the importance of maintaining healthy grazing ecosystems to ensure the livelihoods of pastoralists, as well as to support inclusive economic growth and enhance environmental