warn Storm Warning
Effective 6 hr ago Kodiak Station, AK (Kodiak Island Borough) US
There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a multi-faceted landscape of potential risks and challenges. Weather-related events are creating localized disruptions across the United States, with various advisories in effect. Seismic activity is being monitored globally, particularly in the Pacific Ring of Fire regions. Market conditions remain relatively stable with moderate volatility. International travel advisories suggest caution in certain regions. Geopolitically, significant tensions exist in multiple theaters, including the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian conflict, escalating China-Taiwan dynamics, and persistent Middle Eastern instability. While no single event represents an immediate catastrophic threat, the cumulative global tensions and potential for rapid escalation require continuous, vigilant monitoring.
LAST UPDATED 11-20-2025 @ 12:30midnight (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
01:30AMLos Angeles
10:30PMLondon
06:30AMMoscow
09:30AMBeijing
02:30PMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsextr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 7 days ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min ago Expires in 4 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Anadarko, OK
Effective 13 min ago Expires in 15 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Southern Shores, NC
Effective 13 min ago Expires in 4 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 16 min ago Expires in 6 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Umatac Village, UM
Effective 16 min ago Expires in 1 day
Events
The most recent eventsok M 2.6 - 113 km S of McCarthy, Alaska
Cordova, AK Effective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.4M, Depth:136.935km) in Indonesia 20/11/2025 04:19 UTC, 50 thousand in MMI IV.
Tongutisungi, North Maluku Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
46138.77
0.10%
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FTSE 100
9507.41
-0.47%
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DAX
23162.92
-0.08%
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S&P 500
6642.16
0.38%
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Nikkei
50010.77
3.03%
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Volatility Index
23.66
-4.17%
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Crude Oil
59.49
0.41%
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Gold
4069.4
-0.33%
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DOW Futures
46505
0.64%
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Cardano (ADA)
0.466
0.45%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
92551.55
1.19%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15754
2.07%
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Ethereum (ETH)
3033.38
0.34%
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Solana (SOL)
143.76
4.99%
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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%
Coinbase
Global markets show mixed performance, with the Dow and S&P 500 experiencing slight gains, while DAX and FTSE 100 are down marginally. Cryptocurrency markets are generally positive, with Bitcoin up 1.19% and Solana showing a significant 4.99% increase. Crude oil is up slightly, and gold is experiencing a minor decline.
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
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
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), while countries like Moldova, Jamaica, and Sweden are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most countries remain at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Defense and space weather conditions remain stable at DEFCON 5.
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! Strategic Threats&Global Stability Briefing– November 17, 2025
DEFCON Warning System ---
!!! Taiwan tensions: China-Japan row hits trade and travel amid escalating rhetoric
France24 ---
!!! Romania, Moldova, Poland... Incursions in the airspace of NATO allies continue
France24 ---
Ukraine: At least 25 killed in Russian strike in the west of the country
France24 ---
US secretly drafting new Ukraine peace plan with Russian input – Axios
Russia Today ---
Russia bets big on drones – and sets a new standard for modern armies
Russia Today ---
US Prepares New Options to Target Maduro as White House Revives Talks
WION ---
Global security tensions remain elevated with multiple potential flashpoints. Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine continue to strain international relations, while increasing military activities by Russia and China present significant geopolitical risks. Territorial disputes, missile developments, and strategic provocations suggest a complex and volatile international security environment. The United States faces multiple challenges in managing diplomatic and military tensions across different global regions, with particular focus on Eastern Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Diplomatic and military preparedness remain critical in navigating these complex international dynamics.
