warn Storm Warning
Effective 5 hr ago Kodiak Station, AK (Kodiak Island Borough) US
There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a complex and multi-faceted security landscape characterized by several key elements: localized severe weather events across the United States, moderate seismic activity in multiple regions, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and emerging maritime security risks. The Russian-Ukrainian conflict continues with intense missile attacks, while Middle Eastern tensions remain volatile. Simultaneously, natural disasters and humanitarian challenges are compounding global instability. Market indicators show downward trends in major indices, with cryptocurrency markets showing some positive movement. Travel advisories are in place for several countries, indicating potential regional risks.
LAST UPDATED 11-18-2025 @ 11:00PM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
12:00AMLos Angeles
09:00PMLondon
05:00AMMoscow
08:00AMBeijing
01:00PMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsextr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 6 days ago ---
ok Volatility Index is up 10.321722%, currently at 24.69
Effective 56 min ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min ago Expires in 4 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Bonny Doon, CA
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 60 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Sea Ranch, CA
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 60 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Bolinas, CA
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 8 hr
advi Small Craft Advisory
Sea Ranch, CA
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Events
The most recent eventswatc M 3.1 - 109 km NW of Elfin Cove, Alaska
Haines, AK Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataCardano (ADA)
0.4678
-1.52%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
91791.52
-1.21%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15938
-1.40%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3067.44
-1.74%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
139.55
-0.77%
Coinbase
DOW
46091.74
-1.07%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9552.3
-1.27%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23180.53
-1.74%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6617.32
-0.83%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
48741.62
0.08%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
24.69
10.32%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
60.44
-0.49%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4073.7
0.18%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46134
-0.11%
Yahoo Finance
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 mixed performance, with DOW Futures slightly up, but major indices like S&P 500 and DOW experiencing downturns. Cryptocurrency markets were generally down, with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing negative trends. Commodities like Gold and Crude Oil also experienced minor fluctuations.
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
Liberia
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
North Korea
Level 1
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, including Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), and Moldova and Jamaica at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most countries remained at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Military readiness remained at DEFCON 5 (Green).
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! Israeli army says it struck 'Hamas training compound' in Lebanon, killing at least 13
France24 ---
!!! Russia could strike NATO much earlier than predicted – German defense chief
Russia Today ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
Taliban asks world for help in wake of Afghanistan earthquake
SCMP ---
Gunmen kill and kidnap in Nigeria school raid – officials
Russia Today ---
Global security tensions are escalating across multiple regions, with significant potential for broader conflict. The Middle East remains volatile, with Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. Russia continues aggressive military operations in Ukraine and is signaling potential NATO confrontation. Geopolitical instability is evident in Venezuela's provocative rhetoric and ongoing regional conflicts in Africa and the Middle East. These developments suggest an increasingly complex and unpredictable international security landscape with potential implications for US strategic interests and global stability.
