Ukraine nears peace accord, just “minor details” to finalize
Ukraine is reportedly close to finalizing a peace deal to end the conflict with Russia. President Zelenskyy may visit Washington soon to solidify the agreement.
Ukraine is reportedly close to finalizing a peace deal to end the conflict with Russia. President Zelenskyy may visit Washington soon to solidify the agreement.
The Philippine Coast Guard shadowed two China Coast Guard vessels near Panatag Shoal in the West Philippine Sea during a routine maritime patrol on [date of incident]. PCG personnel monitored the movements and positions of the foreign ships within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone and followed standard operating procedures throughout the operation. No collision, confrontation, or damage was reported during the encounter. The incident will form part of official PCG reports submitted to national security and maritime agencies for further assessment, as regular patrols continue in the West Philippine Sea.
The Bureau of Immigration deported 23 Chinese nationals to China on November 22, 2025, for alleged involvement in cyberfraud schemes and POGO-like activities and for multiple violations of Philippine immigration laws. BI deportation and implementation units chief Alexi Val Arciaga said the Chinese nationals were subjects of deportation orders and identified as wanted criminals in their home country. Immigration officers arrested, processed, and escorted the deportees, coordinated with Chinese authorities, and placed the 23 individuals on the Philippine immigration blacklist.
The Philippines and Singapore held the 7th Informal Consultations on the Philippines-Singapore Action Plan (IC-PSAP) in Singapore last week to discuss expanded bilateral relations and new areas of economic cooperation. Officials from both countries reviewed existing initiatives, explored possible projects in priority sectors, and agreed to continue technical-level work and follow-up engagements. Delegations confirmed that they will use the IC-PSAP as a platform for regular review of cooperation, align proposed projects with national priorities, and schedule the next round of consultations at a later date.
The Philippine government has denied reports of clandestine flights bringing Palestinians into the country, stating that all international arrivals follow standard immigration and aviation procedures. Philippine authorities report no records of secret flights or irregular Palestinian entries and confirm coordination among the Department of Foreign Affairs, immigration, and aviation agencies. Palestinian authorities have launched their own investigation into alleged flight operations involving Palestinian passengers, and Manila says it is prepared to cooperate through official channels if formally requested.
The Philippines and Palestine signed an agreement establishing regular political consultations between their governments and opened talks on a possible visa waiver for diplomats. The deal creates a structured mechanism for periodic dialogue on bilateral and regional issues, with foreign ministries leading implementation and preparations. Both sides plan to alternate hosting duties for the consultations and to define the agenda, frequency, and level of participation through diplomatic channels. Officials also began exploratory discussions on a reciprocal visa waiver for accredited diplomats, which will require further legal and technical review before any implementation.
ASEAN member-states signed the ASEAN Extradition Treaty (AET) during the 13th ASEAN Law Ministers’ Meeting in Manila, marking a historic milestone in strengthening legal frameworks to combat cross-border crime and enhance regional cooperation.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog reveals ex-President Trump’s request for pardoning Prime Minister Netanyahu, facing corruption trials. Herzog emphasizes legal independence, stating pardons can’t arise from external solicitations, underscoring democracy’s legal integrity.
King Charles and Queen Camilla conveyed their condolences to the victims of recent natural disasters in the Philippines. In a statement released by the UK’s Embassy, they expressed deep concern and sadness over the loss of lives caused by a series of typhoons and earthquakes. The message aims to show solidarity and support for the affected communities as international aid continues to assist recovery efforts.
North Korea’s women’s youth football team claimed victory in the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Morocco, defeating the Netherlands 3-0. This win marks the nation’s third World Cup success in over a year, highlighting North Korea’s dominance in the sport and being used to bolster its political image.