From US polls to Pacific shifts: Major global events shake up world order
Critical elections in US and Palau reshape international alliances while North Korea steps-up military activity. Security concerns rise across globe as nations deal with internal changes and external threats
On election-day Americans went to polls choosing between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump - a choice thatʼll impact global politics (especially US-China relations and ongoing conflicts). Seven swing-states: Arizona Georgia Michigan Nevada North-Carolina Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are key decision-makers in this high-stakes race
Initial data shows Harris leading but final results might take days. Both candidates made last-minute pushes: Harris team knocked on 100k+ doors while Trump voted in Florida. Intelligence agencies warned about post-election issues; far-right groups sent messages to poll-watchers questioning vote integrity
In mid-east shake-up Benjamin Netanyahu fired defense minister Yoav Gallant due to war-related disagreements. Israel Katz got defense role while Gideon Saar became foreign minister. The ICC had issued warrants for both Netanyahu and Gallant bout 6 months ago
North-Korea launched short-range missiles (flying 248 miles) just days after testing ICBMs that can reach US mainland. Seoulʼs military is watching for more tests. Pyongyang also sent troops to Russia:
- Over 10000 soldiers deployed
- Including 1500 elite forces
- First combat with Ukraine reported
German-Polish authorities arrested 8 people (including an AfD official) for a nazi-inspired plot. Separately Russian agents allegedly planted devices at DHL hubs in UK and Germany bout 4 months ago - Moscow denies this
Pacific island Palauʼs election puts Surangel Whipps Jr against former president Tommy Remengesau Jr. Their views differ on US ties: Whipps supports expanded military presence while Remengesau wants careful balance with China. A recent deal gives Palau $890M for US military access
