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There are no serious national events at this time.
Current global situation presents a complex and multi-faceted security landscape with several potential risk factors. Weather-related events are causing localized disruptions across the United States, with multiple advisories and warnings in effect. Seismic activity is widespread but currently at moderate levels, with earthquakes recorded in multiple global regions. Market conditions show slight volatility but no dramatic shifts. Geopolitically, significant tensions exist in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, with ongoing conflicts and territorial disputes raising international security concerns. Nuclear proliferation risks remain elevated, particularly concerning Iran's negotiation stance. While no single event represents an immediate catastrophic threat, the cumulative geopolitical tensions and regional instabilities suggest a precarious global environment.
LAST UPDATED 11-16-2025 @ 12:00noon (CST)World Clock
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09:00PMBeijing
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extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 6 min
advi Wind Advisory
Bedford, PA
Effective 9 min ago Expires in 11 hr
advi Wind Advisory
Gettysburg, PA
Effective 9 min ago Expires in 11 hr
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Condon, OR
Effective 12 min ago Expires in 59 min
advi Winter Weather Advisory
Arlington, VT
Effective 14 min ago Expires in 16 hr
Events
The most recent eventsok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:39.427km) in Papua New Guinea 16/11/2025 16:37 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
Panguna, Bougainville Effective 1 hr ago
watc M 4.9 - 156 km SW of Panguna, Papua New Guinea
Panguna, Bougainville Effective 1 hr ago
watc M 3.7 - 115 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska
Sand Point, AK Effective 1 hr ago
watc M 4.4 - 43 km ESE of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
Kasivobara, Sakhalin Oblast Effective 2 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:549.346km) in Fiji 16/11/2025 15:43 UTC, 4 thousand in 100km.
Tubou, Eastern Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
47147.48
-0.65%
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FTSE 100
9698.37
-1.11%
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DAX
23876.55
-0.69%
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S&P 500
6734.11
-0.05%
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Nikkei
50376.53
-1.77%
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Volatility Index
19.83
-0.85%
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Crude Oil
60.09
2.39%
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Gold
4094.2
-2.39%
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DOW Futures
47229
-0.67%
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Cardano (ADA)
0.4783
-4.99%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
94252.69
-1.35%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15565
-4.54%
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Ethereum (ETH)
3058.22
-3.41%
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Solana (SOL)
136.05
-2.51%
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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 slight downward trends, with major indices like S&P 500, DAX, DOW, and FTSE 100 experiencing minor declines. Cryptocurrency markets also saw negative movements, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins experiencing drops between 1-4.5%. Notably, crude oil was the lone positive performer, rising 2.39%.
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
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
Sint Eustatius
Level 1
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, and Laos are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most other monitored countries remain at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Military readiness remains at DEFCON 5 (Green).
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! Israel-Hamas war: Heavy bombardment reported in Khan Younis and Gaza City
WION ---
!!! Iran says no prospect of talks as West builds pressure over nuclear issue
Al Jazeera ---
!!! Can a second Ukraine on Taiwan be prevented?
Russia Today ---
Afghanistan earthquake: Death toll from 6.3 magnitude earthquake rises to 20
WION ---
Global tensions remain high with multiple active conflict zones and potential escalation risks. The ongoing Israel-Hamas war continues to destabilize the Middle East, while Russia maintains aggressive military operations in Ukraine. China's missile silo expansion and potential Taiwan tensions present significant geopolitical challenges. Iran's nuclear program remains a critical concern, with diplomatic negotiations appearing increasingly unlikely. Multiple regional conflicts, including potential flashpoints in Venezuela and the Red Sea, suggest a complex and volatile international security environment that requires careful monitoring and strategic response.
