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Effective 3 hr ago Adak to Kiska Pacific Side
There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a complex landscape with multiple interconnected challenges. Weather events across the US are localized and do not pose significant national security risks. Minor seismic activity has been recorded globally, with some moderate earthquakes affecting populated regions. Market conditions remain relatively stable with mixed performance. Geopolitical tensions are elevated, particularly with ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, potential instability near Venezuela, China's strategic military expansions, and Iran's nuclear uncertainties. While no immediate catastrophic threats are evident, the geopolitical environment requires continuous monitoring and strategic preparedness.
LAST UPDATED 11-22-2025 @ 10:00AM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
11:00AMLos Angeles
08:00AMLondon
04:00PMMoscow
07:00PMBeijing
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The most severe events and alertswarn Storm Warning
Effective 3 hr ago Seguam to Adak Pacific Side from 15 to 75 NM
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Effective 3 hr ago Mainstone, ENG (L6) GB
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Effective 3 hr ago Kiska to Attu Bering Side
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Effective 3 hr ago Seguam to Adak Pacific Side out to 15 NM
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Effective 3 hr ago Kiska to Attu Pacific Side
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Dense Fog Advisory
Syracuse, UT
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 60 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Island City, OR
Effective 5 min ago Expires in 2 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min ago Expires in 4 min
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Muleshoe, TX
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 60 min
warn Gale Warning
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Effective 9 min ago Expires in 8 hr
Events
The most recent eventswatc M 5.0 - 9 km NW of Beluga, Alaska
Nikiski, AK Effective 21 min ago
watc M 4.0 - 19 km W of Point MacKenzie, Alaska
Big Lake, AK Effective 23 min ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
46245.41
1.08%
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FTSE 100
9539.71
0.13%
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DAX
23091.87
-0.80%
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S&P 500
6602.99
0.98%
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Nikkei
48625.88
-2.40%
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Volatility Index
23.43
-11.32%
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Crude Oil
59.27
0.22%
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Gold
4079.5
0.48%
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DOW Futures
46321
1.08%
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Cardano (ADA)
0.3995
-2.32%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
84367.03
-0.83%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.13889
-0.91%
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Ethereum (ETH)
2744.55
-0.70%
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Solana (SOL)
127.23
-1.04%
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U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - National
3.062
0.20%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - East Coast
2.953
1.41%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - New England
2.98
0.27%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Central Atlantic
3.131
1.16%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Lower Atlantic
2.834
1.87%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Midwest
2.907
-0.10%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Gulf Coast
2.6
0.04%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Rocky Mountain
2.949
1.38%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - West Coast
4.12
-0.94%
US EIA
Polygon (MATIC)
0.1995
-4.59%
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Global markets showed mixed performance, with the S&P 500 and DOW experiencing gains of approximately 1%, while the Nikkei and DAX were down. Cryptocurrency markets saw slight declines, with Bitcoin and Ethereum both dropping around 1%. Gold and crude oil showed modest fluctuations, and the Volatility Index decreased significantly by 11.3%.
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
Algeria
Level 2
Liberia
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
Egypt
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
North Korea
Level 1
Japan
Level 1
South Sudan
Level 4
South Africa
Level 1
Central African Republic
Level 4
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
São Tomé and Príncipe
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 are in effect for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Countries like Moldova, Jamaica, Sweden, Algeria, and Liberia are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most other monitored countries remain at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Defense and space weather conditions remain stable.
Headlines
The latest headlines of interestStrategic Threats&Global Stability Briefing– November 17, 2025
DEFCON Warning System ---
Over 300 students were abducted by Nigerian gunmen from Catholic school
Al Jazeera ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
Attacks in Nigeria: More than 300 students and staff kidnapped in Niger state raid
France24 ---
Global security tensions remain elevated with multiple critical flashpoints emerging. Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine continue to strain international relations, with Russia maintaining aggressive military operations and the US potentially reducing support. China's missile silo expansion and Iran's nuclear capabilities present significant strategic concerns. Humanitarian crises are escalating, with large-scale kidnappings in Nigeria and devastating earthquakes in Afghanistan highlighting regional instabilities. The international community faces complex challenges in managing geopolitical risks and potential conflict escalation.
