01Iraq conducts its first population census in nearly 40 yearsAccording to Agence France Presse, Iraq recently conducted a two-day census, which is the first census covering all 18 provinces since 1987. Statistics show that the population of the country has exceeded 45 million, more than one third of which are under the age of 15.
Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani stated that although women make up a significant portion of the population in the country49.8%, but households headed by women only account for 11.33% of the total registered households. In addition, approximately 60.2% of the population is between the ages of 15 and 65, which means they are of legal working age; The proportion of population under 15 years old is 36.1%. Due to political tensions caused by years of war, religious factions, and ethnic divisions in Iraq, the census has been repeatedly postponed. The last national census conducted in 1987 showed that Iraq had 18 million inhabitants.
02Manhattan Chief Prosecutor Resigns
According to Reuters, on November 25th, the Chief Federal Prosecutor of Manhattan, New York, announced his resignation. It is reported that Biden appointed Williams as the Chief Federal Prosecutor of Manhattan after taking office in 2021, and Williams was responsible for the high-profile corruption case of Democratic Senator Menendez and the financial fraud case of cryptocurrency tycoon Fried.
In the US Department of Justice, the Southern District Prosecutor's Office in New York enjoys an extraordinary level of independent operation to handle major financial fraud and public corruption cases, earning a reputation for excellence. US President elect Trump has announced his plan to nominate former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Clayton to lead the Southern District Attorney's Office in New York, which must also be approved by the Senate.
01Israel approves ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah in LebanonAccording to reports from Agence France Presse and the British Broadcasting Corporation,On November 26th,The Israeli government approves a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanonagreement，IsraelPrime Minister Netanyahu thanks US President Biden for his involvement in facilitatingThis ceasefire.
NetanyahuexpressIsrael accepted the ceasefire agreement for three reasons: first, to respond to the threat from Iran, second, to allow troops to rest and replenish their weapons reserves, and third, to cut off the connection between the enemy's north-south front and isolate Hamas. After Hezbollah withdraws from the battlefield, Hamas will have to fight alone, and Israel will continue to pressure for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip.
01The European Council approves the 2025 EU budget
According to Reuters, on November 25th, the European Council approved the 2025 EU fiscal budget. It is reported that the total new budget is approximately 192.769 billion euros, with a total expenditure of approximately 149.616 billion euros.
It is reported that the annual fiscal budget of the European Union mainly follows the multi-year fiscal framework, namely the seven-year plan. This framework provides strategic guidance and financial support for enhancing the overall market competitiveness of the EU and narrowing the development gap between member states by establishing priority areas and investment directions for the EU's medium - and long-term policies. Minister of State and Council of the European Union of Hungary, which holds the rotating presidency of the European UnionThe Chief Negotiator for the 2025 EU Budget, Baonaui, stated that next year's budget will focus on priority areas of the EU while ensuring the prudent and pragmatic use of taxpayers' money.
01Six tourists in Laos died from poisoned alcohol
According to news from Vientiane, a suspected methanol poisoning incident occurred recently in the backpacker paradise of Wanrong, about two hours' drive north of the Laotian capital Vientiane. Two Danes, two Australians, an Englishman and an American died after drinking free drinks provided by a backpacker hostel. More than 10 foreign tourists were hospitalized for methanol poisoning.
It is reported that methanol is a toxic alcohol that can be added to alcohol to increase its potency, but it may cause blindness, liver damage, and death. Counterfeiting well-known liquor brands and homemade spirits in Laos has been a long-standing problem. The Laotian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is deeply saddened by the deaths of foreign tourists, and authorities in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom have issued warnings to remind citizens to drink alcohol with caution while traveling in Laos.
02Russian made passenger plane engine catches fire after landing
Reuters reported that recently, the engine of a Russian made passenger plane caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport in southern Türkiye. The video released by the Ministry of Transport of Türkiye showed that there was foam under the plane for fire fighting. Firefighters continued to spray foam to the left engine of the plane to cool it.
This Sukhoi -The 100 super jet aircraft is operated by Azimuth Airlines. The plane took off from Sochi, a Black Sea resort in Russia. At the time of the incident, there were 89 passengers and six crew members, and all personnel on board were safely evacuated. Azimuth Airlines reported that the aircraft made an emergency landing due to wind shear. The Russian Federal Aviation Administration is conducting an investigation into this matter.
01Japan's new solid fuel rocket test triggers fireAccording to Xinhua News Agency, on November 26th, Japan's newly developed solid fuel rocket "Epsilon S" experienced an abnormality during engine combustion testing, causing a fire. The footage broadcasted by the Japan Broadcasting Corporation showed that shortly after the start of the experiment, there was an abnormal combustion, with a large amount of white smoke and orange flames emitting from the scene. The Japanese police and fire department reported that they have not received any reports of injuries caused by the fire.
It is reported that,The Epsilon S is an improved version of the small solid fuel rocket Epsilon, developed for launching small satellites. The Epsilon S has a total length of about 27 meters, with a solar synchronous orbit launch capacity of over 600 kilograms and a low Earth orbit launch capacity of over 1.4 tons. Japan hopes that this rocket can explore the international commercial satellite launch market together with the new generation main carrier rocket H3.
Xinhua Finance News: Since November, the coal sector index, steel sector index, and ferroalloy sector index have cumulatively fallen by 5.98%, 2.08%, and 1.86% respectively.
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