extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 5 days ago ---
There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a multi-faceted landscape of potential risks and challenges. Weather emergencies are widespread across the United States, with significant flood and thunderstorm activities. Seismic activity is notable globally, with multiple earthquakes recorded across different regions. Market conditions show volatility, with downward trends in major indices and cryptocurrency markets. Geopolitical tensions remain high, with active conflicts in Ukraine, maritime tensions in the Red Sea, and ongoing volatility in the Middle East. The Gaza situation continues to be complex, while emerging health risks like the Marburg virus outbreak in Ethiopia add additional layers of concern. While no single catastrophic event is imminent, the combination of environmental, geopolitical, and economic factors suggests a need for heightened awareness and preparedness.
LAST UPDATED 11-18-2025 @ 01:00AM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
02:00AMLos Angeles
11:00PMLondon
07:00AMMoscow
10:00AMBeijing
03:00PMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsok Volatility Index is up 12.8593%, currently at 22.38
Effective 21 min ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 6 min
warn Hazardous Seas Warning
Westhaven-Moonstone, CA
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 4 hr
warn Gale Warning
Fort Bragg, CA
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 8 hr
warn Gale Warning
Westhaven-Moonstone, CA
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 8 hr
warn Hazardous Seas Warning
Fort Bragg, CA
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 4 hr
Events
The most recent eventswatc M 3.3 - 4 km SE of San Ramon, CA
San Ramon, CA Effective 13 min ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:35km) in Kermadec Islands, New Zealand 18/11/2025 00:55 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
--- Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
46590.24
-1.18%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9675.43
-0.24%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23590.52
-1.20%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6672.41
-0.92%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
48802.8
-3.02%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
22.38
12.86%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
59.39
-0.87%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4013.6
-1.49%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46512
-0.33%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.463
-0.60%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
89936.42
-2.35%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15441
1.59%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
2998.69
-0.96%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
135.8
3.81%
Coinbase
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - National
3.056
1.23%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - East Coast
2.912
-0.17%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - New England
2.972
1.40%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Central Atlantic
3.095
1.14%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Lower Atlantic
2.782
-1.45%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Midwest
2.91
2.90%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Gulf Coast
2.599
3.50%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Rocky Mountain
2.909
-0.99%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - West Coast
4.159
0.75%
US EIA
Polygon (MATIC)
0.1995
-4.59%
Coinbase
Global markets showed downward trends, with major indices like DOW, S&P 500, and Nikkei experiencing declines between 0.9% and 3.2%. Cryptocurrencies were mixed, with Bitcoin down 2.18% and Solana up 3.85%. Commodities like Gold and Crude Oil also saw slight decreases.
Data
The latest global dataEthiopia
Level 3
Burundi
Level 3
Moldova
Level 2
Uzbekistan
Level 1
Bhutan
Level 1
Jamaica
Level 2
Papua New Guinea
Level 3
Portugal
Level 1
Anguilla
Level 1
Greece
Level 1
Sweden
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
Japan
Level 1
South Sudan
Level 4
South Africa
Level 1
Central African Republic
Level 4
Egypt
Level 1
Comoros
Level 2
Niger
Level 4
Tanzania
Level 3
Mali
Level 4
Dominican Republic
Level 1
Omaha, NE
11.0 - Cloudy
Antarctica
Level 1
Sudan
Level 4
Sri Lanka
Level 2
Ecuador
Level 2
Romania
Level 1
Spain
Level 1
Bulgaria
Level 1
Croatia
Level 1
Italy
Level 1
Lebanon
Level 4
Sao Tome and Principe
Level 2
United Kingdom
Level 1
Equatorial Guinea
Level 2
Maldives
Level 2
Canada
Level 1
South Korea
Level 1
Madagascar
Level 3
Barbados
Level 1
Sierra Leone
Level 2
Nepal
Level 3
Armenia
Level 2
Belarus
Level 4
Travel advisories were issued for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Several countries like Moldova, Jamaica, and Sweden were at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Military readiness remained at DEFCON 5, and no significant solar or geomagnetic events were reported.
Headlines
The latest headlines of interestStrategic Threats&Global Stability Briefing– November 17, 2025
DEFCON Warning System ---
Taliban asks world for help in wake of Afghanistan earthquake
SCMP ---
Russia repels latest Ukrainian attempts to free encircled troops – MOD
Russia Today ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
UN Security Council passes US resolution backing international Gaza force
Al Jazeera ---
Global tensions remain elevated with multiple geopolitical flashpoints threatening regional stability. Russia continues aggressive military operations in Ukraine, while tensions persist in the Middle East with Houthi maritime attacks. China's ongoing missile infrastructure expansion raises strategic concerns. Venezuela's provocative rhetoric and potential confrontational stance, combined with Iran's nuclear ambiguity, create additional complex diplomatic challenges. Humanitarian crises, including significant earthquake impacts in Afghanistan, further complicate the international security landscape. The United States faces a multifaceted global environment requiring vigilant diplomatic and strategic engagement.
