Kiev predicts end of conflict, US lawmakers demand impeachment of President Biden, Israel confirms attack on Iran's nuclear program

The US develops a new nuclear cruise missile, President Putin approves an updated nuclear doctrine, China admits to violating Japanese airspace, North Korea condemns South Korea-US-Japan military cooperation, the Philippines refutes China's accusations in the East Sea... are some of the notable international events in the past 24 hours.

US media reported that President Joe Biden officially allowed Ukraine to attack deep into Russian territory. (Source: AFP)

The World & Vietnam Newspaper highlights some of the day's international news highlights.

Asia-Pacific

*China admits plane “accidentally” violated Japanese airspace: Japanese government officials said on November 19 that China has admitted that one of its military planes violated Japanese airspace in August but insisted it was not an intentional act.

The officials were informed by the Chinese government that the Y-9 reconnaissance aircraft encountered turbulence, forcing the crew to take evasive action that led the aircraft into Japanese airspace over the East China Sea on Aug. 26. (Kyodo)

*Philippine President wants to strengthen alliance with the US: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announced on November 19 that he had a "very friendly" phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump and expressed his desire to strengthen the alliance between the two countries.

Speaking to the press during his visit to Catanduanes Island on November 16, President Marcos announced that his phone call with Mr. Trump took place in a “very cordial” and “productive” atmosphere. President Marcos also said that Mr. Trump was “happy to hear from the Philippines.”

“The overwhelming support of Filipinos in the United States for your convincing victory is a testament to the deep and enduring friendship between our two countries,” the Philippine leader said. (AFP)

*China says ready to implement deal with India: China said on November 19 that it is ready to implement important joint agreements reached between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the recent BRICS Summit in Russia.

At their meeting in Kazan, Russia, the two leaders endorsed the India-China agreement on patrolling and disengagement of troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh and issued instructions to revive various bilateral dialogue mechanisms, signaling efforts to normalize bilateral ties that were affected by a deadly military clash in 2020.

Relations between the two Asian powers have deteriorated significantly following the fierce clash in the Galwan Valley in June 2020, marking the most serious military conflict between the two sides in decades. (PTI)

*Cambodia has a new Foreign Minister: According to the scheduled schedule, on the morning of November 20, the 7th National Assembly of Cambodia will continue its 3rd session with many agendas, including personnel changes in the position of Foreign Minister.

Accordingly, Mr. Prak Sokhonn was nominated for a vote of confidence by the Cambodian National Assembly to hold the position of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, replacing incumbent Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Sok Chenda Sophea, who was nominated as Deputy Prime Minister.

With the above personnel plan, this is the second change and personnel restructuring in the composition of the Royal Government of Cambodia for the 7th term of Prime Minister Hun Manet since its establishment in August 2023. (Khmer Times)

*China sends troops to Pakistan for joint exercises: On November 19, the Chinese Ministry of National Defense announced that the Western Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) will send troops to Pakistan to participate in a joint anti-terrorism exercise from late November to mid-December.

This year's exercise is the eighth in a series of joint exercises between the Chinese and Pakistani militaries, with the aim of consolidating and deepening practical exchanges and cooperation, as well as enhancing the ability to conduct joint counter-terrorism operations. (THX)

*Philippines refutes China's accusations in the South China Sea: In response to China blaming the Filipinos for the clashes at sea, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesman Major General Jay Tarriela said Beijing, not Manila, should stop "provocative actions and encroachments" in the West Philippine Sea (the waters Manila claims in the South China Sea).

"If China stops its provocative and intrusive actions, the situation in the East Sea will not face further chaos," Mr. Tarriela advised.

The move was in response to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian's statement that "any escalation in maritime disputes between China and the Philippines was caused by provocations and violations by the Philippine side." (Philstar)

*North Korea condemns South Korea-US-Japan military cooperation: North Korea warned on November 19 that trilateral security cooperation between South Korea, the US and Japan would lead to more "retaliatory reactions", days after the leaders of the three countries decided to establish a secretariat to enhance trilateral cooperation.

KCNA cited the message in a commentary after South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru issued a joint statement in Lima last week announcing the establishment of the secretariat.

North Korea has ridiculed the "era of trilateral cooperation" hailed by Seoul, Washington and Tokyo, saying it is turning into an "era of trilateral destruction," according to KCNA . (Yonhap)

Europe

*Ukraine predicts the moment of victory or defeat with Russia: In a speech before the Ukrainian Parliament on the occasion of the 1,000th day since Russia launched its special operation, President Volodymyr Zelensky on November 19 declared that Kiev will not trade sovereignty or give up rights to its territory.

The Ukrainian leader called on Ukrainian citizens and officials to maintain unity, stressing that the conflict has entered a crucial phase that will determine whether Kiev or Moscow will win. According to him, 2025 will be the decisive period.

On the same day, in an online speech to the European Parliament, President Zelensky called on the European Union (EU) to put “greater pressure” on Russia to achieve what he called a “just peace”. (AFP/Reuters)

*Russia increases troop numbers and establishes new brigades: On November 18, speaking at a press conference in Kiev, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umierov said that the Russian army is increasing the size of its army and establishing new brigades.

Ukraine's defense minister accused Russia of using many mercenaries from Africa and Asia. Currently, Moscow is using the North Korean army. Mr. Umierov emphasized that the Russian army is having difficulty mobilizing troops, so it uses troops from North Korea.

Minister Umierov noted that Ukraine is currently working to “build up forces that can resist, since the priority is defense and stabilization operations.” (TASS)

*President Putin officially approved the updated Russian nuclear doctrine: Russian President Vladimir Putin officially approved the updated nuclear doctrine on November 19.

Just weeks before the November 5 US presidential election, President Putin ordered changes to the nuclear doctrine, stating that any conventional attack on Russia with the support of a nuclear power could be considered a joint attack on Russia. (Reuters)

*Russia produces mobile shelters : The research institute of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations revealed on November 19 that the country has begun mass production of mobile shelters that can protect against a variety of man-made and natural threats, including radiation and shock waves.

The "KUB-M" shelter, shaped like a reinforced container, can protect against radiation, shrapnel, debris and fire, and can be deployed in Russia's vast northern permafrost. The institute added that a standard shelter can accommodate 54 people.

The Kremlin said on November 19 that Russia would respond to the Biden administration's reckless decision to allow Ukraine to attack deep into Russian territory with US weapons, warning that the move would draw Washington directly into the conflict. (TASS)

*Russia declares readiness to normalize relations with the US: On November 19, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov declared that Russia is ready to normalize relations with the US, but will not do so unilaterally.

TASS news agency quoted Mr. Peskov as emphasizing: "Russia, as our president (Vladimir Putin) said, is ready for normalization. But we cannot tango alone...".

Mr. Peskov noted that it was not Moscow but Washington that initiated the "sanctions race". (Reuters)

Middle East – Africa

*Israel welcomes EU sanctions on Iran: Israeli Foreign Minister Gidon Saar on November 19 praised the European Union's (EU) decision to expand sanctions on Iran, considering it a necessary step in preventing threats from this Islamic country.

Posting on social network X, Foreign Minister Saar affirmed: "The sanctions are a necessary step in the international community's fight against the Iranian threat, which is the greatest danger to the security and stability of the Middle East, Europe and the whole world."

A day earlier, the EU expanded sanctions against Iran for "supporting Russia in the conflict with Ukraine". In response, Iran's Foreign Ministry also warned that the country would take countermeasures against the new EU sanctions. (AFP)

*Lebanon agrees with US proposal for ceasefire with Israel: Adviser to Lebanese Parliament Speaker Ali Hassan Khalil said Lebanon and the Hezbollah movement agreed with the US proposal for a ceasefire with Israel.

According to the official, this is the most serious effort to end the current hostilities. Lebanon gave a written response to the US Ambassador to Lebanon on November 18.

Khalil added that Lebanon was trying to negotiate “under attack,” referring to the escalation of bombing of Beirut and its suburbs, but that this “will not affect” Lebanon’s position. (Reuters/Sputniknew)

*Iran condemns EU and UK sanctions: A senior Iranian maritime official on November 18 strongly condemned the sanctions imposed by the UK and the European Union (EU) on the same day on the country's shipping industry for allegedly transferring missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Russia, the official IRNA news agency reported.

Earlier in a statement on the same day, November 18, the EU announced its decision to put IRISL and its director Mohammad-Reza Moddares Khiabani, along with several other individuals, on the bloc's sanctions list, citing Iran's military support for Russia against Ukraine and for armed groups and entities in the Middle East and the Red Sea region.

Meanwhile, the UK has imposed sanctions on IRISL and Iran's national airline, Iran Air, over similar allegations. (Al Jazeera)

*Israel confirms it hit Iran's nuclear program: Speaking before the Israeli Parliament on November 18 (local time), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel's attack on Iran on October 26 hit "a specific component" of the Islamic country's nuclear program.

Mr. Netanyahu affirmed that the above attack weakened Iran's defense and missile production capabilities, but did not stop Iran's path to developing nuclear weapons.

Earlier, on October 26, the Israel Defense Forces carried out several strikes on Iranian military facilities in response to Iran’s “months of continuous attacks” on Israel. However, Iran downplayed the significance of the Israeli attack, claiming that it only caused limited damage. (Al Jazeera)

America - Latin America

*US congressman demands impeachment of President Biden for allowing deep attacks on Russia: Congressman Thomas Massie, a Republican representing Kentucky, declared that US President Joe Biden's permission for Ukraine to attack deep into Russian territory was unconstitutional, and the head of the White House must be impeached.

Writing on social network X, Congressman Massie emphasized: "By deciding to authorize the use of long-range missiles to attack Russian territory, Mr. Biden is committing an unconstitutional act of war, threatening the lives of all American citizens. This is an impeachable act." (TASS)

*US reaffirms military alliance with Philippines: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on November 19 affirmed that the alliance between the US and the Philippines will survive changes in government, while reaffirming his support for this Southeast Asian country.

Speaking at a press conference during a visit to the Philippine military's Western Command on Palawan Island near the South China Sea, Mr. Austin stressed that the Philippines will continue to be an important country for the United States for many years to come.

Both Mr. Austin and his Philippine counterpart Gilberto Teodoro expressed concern about China's behavior in the South China Sea, with the Pentagon chief reaffirming Washington's defense commitment to Manila under the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty. (Reuters)

*US develops new nuclear cruise missile: According to a US government document obtained by the news agency on November 19, Washington plans to develop a new nuclear-capable sea-launched cruise missile (SLCM-N), with the first prototype expected to be created in the next 3 years.

According to the document, the system will be installed on submarines and is expected to be deployed by 2034. All activities related to nuclear warheads, including warhead installation, missile storage and unloading of nuclear submarines, will be carried out at US strategic weapons sites at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia and Base Bangor, Washington. The new missile is expected to be installed on Virginia-class attack submarines. (Sputniknews)

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