During Armistice Day commemorations in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed "unwavering" support for Ukraine. The leaders affirmed their commitment to counter Russia's aggression, promising sustained backing "as long as necessary." They discussed aiding Ukraine through the winter and addressing migration issues across the Channel. Macron thanked Starmer, the first UK leader to attend since Churchill in 1944, as they honored Armistice Day at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Their meeting coincided with rising concerns over US President-elect Donald Trump's stance on Ukraine amid intensifying conflict and recent large-scale drone attacks.

Over 90 rockets were launched by Hezbollah toward northern Israel, with most intercepted by Israel’s Iron Dome system. However, several rockets reached populated areas in Haifa Bay, injuring four individuals, including a child, and damaging vehicles and buildings. Strikes also impacted the Galilee and Karmiel regions. Following the attack, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed a Hezbollah rocket launcher in a retaliatory drone strike. This attack comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted to targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon in September. Recent Hezbollah-Israel clashes have intensified, displacing thousands and causing casualties in both regions.

Russian teachers in Voronezh were tricked by activist Vladislav Bokhan into making and wearing tinfoil hats, believing they would protect them from NATO satellites. Bokhan, a former teacher, staged the prank to show how deeply some Russians follow Kremlin directives without question. The teachers believed they were part of a patriotic event and created “Hero of the Fatherland” hats, reportedly feeling a surge of patriotism while wearing them. Russia’s Education Ministry praised the teachers' creativity but expressed disappointment at their gullibility. Bokhan said the prank highlighted the impact of state propaganda on everyday people.

US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Rep. Elise Stefanik as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Stefanik, a close ally of Trump and the fourth-ranking House Republican, accepted the position. Trump praised her as “strong, tough, and smart,” saying she would carry forward his “America First” and pro-Israel agenda at the UN. Stefanik expressed her honor in accepting the role and looks forward to Senate support. This is one of Trump’s first staffing choices, along with naming Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff. Trump’s recent election win has brought new hope, Stefanik added.

At least 6 people died and 21 others were injured after new Russian air strikes in Ukraine. Most of the deaths occurred in Mykolaiv, while one person died in Zaporizhzhia. A missile also hit an apartment building in Kryvyi Rih, injuring seven people, including two children, according to officials. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attacks, calling for more international support and weapons to stop Russia. In other updates, Russia claims it intercepted dozens of Ukrainian drones approaching Moscow, while its forces reportedly captured a village in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, marking their largest territorial gain since early 2022.

US President-elect Donald Trump has hinted that Indian-American businessman Vivek Ramaswamy may be appointed to a senior role in his administration, describing Ramaswamy as "very smart" and poised for "something big." Trump praised Ramaswamy during a rally in Pennsylvania, noting his strong performance during the Republican primaries. Meanwhile, Trump confirmed on Truth Social that former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley and ex-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not join his administration, though he thanked them for past service. Reports suggest Ramaswamy might pursue Ohio's governorship in 2026 if he declines an administration position.

Following Donald Trump’s recent presidential win, some US women have sparked the controversial ‘MATGA’ movement—‘Make Aqua Tofana Great Again’—inspired by a 17th-century poisoner Giulia Tofana, who sold poisons to women wishing to escape abusive marriages. Viral videos on platforms like X and TikTok show women promoting poison rings and discussing fictional revenge scenarios, purportedly in response to fears of restricted reproductive rights under Trump’s presidency. Critics warn against the MATGA movement’s legal and ethical implications, urging caution and common sense. The movement has sparked heated debate, with some labeling it a symbolic protest against perceived gendered oppression.

The Kremlin dismissed reports of a phone call between U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "pure fiction." Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov clarified Monday that no recent conversation had taken place between the two leaders, countering claims by the Washington Post and Reuters, which cited anonymous sources alleging Trump urged Putin to de-escalate the Ukraine conflict. Peskov criticized the news as "false information" and questioned its credibility, despite publication in widely respected outlets. He also mentioned that there are "no concrete plans yet" for Putin to engage with Trump regarding Ukraine or other matters.

Arab and Muslim leaders gathered in Saudi Arabia on Monday to discuss the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, with focus on the new US President-elect Donald Trump’s likely policies. This Riyadh summit follows October’s meeting by an international coalition advocating for a Palestinian state. Analysts suggest regional leaders aim to urge the Trump administration toward de-escalation and a more diplomatic stance. Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, which has led to over 43,600 civilian deaths, is central to discussions. Saudi Arabia also aims to affirm its strategic importance to Trump’s administration, emphasizing its role as a regional partner.

Israel’s military uncovered a Hezbollah tunnel filled with rocket systems, grenade launchers, and rifles, extending over a kilometer beneath a Lebanese cemetery, as shown in a recent IDF video. Israeli forces reportedly dismantled multiple Hezbollah tunnels in Lebanon amid ongoing cross-border hostilities that began after the October 7 attacks by Hamas. The tunnel, filled with 4,500 cubic meters of concrete to prevent future use, is one of many subterranean Hezbollah bases discovered. Israeli airstrikes across Gaza and Lebanon have escalated, killing scores, including 13 children in Gaza and at least 41 people in Lebanon, intensifying regional tensions.