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Top News Headlines for November 25, 2025

Here's a curated roundup of today's major stories from global sources, as Thanksgiving unfolds in the US amid holiday travel peaks and ongoing international tensions. I've focused on politics, conflicts, disasters, and lighter notes for balance.

World Conflicts and Diplomacy

Ukraine War Nears Potential Endgame: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has accepted key elements of President Trump's peace proposal after Geneva talks, including territorial concessions and demilitarization zones, per US officials. European allies express reservations, fearing it favors Russia, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls it a "refined framework" for ceasefire. A Russian drone strike hit a Kyiv apartment building today, injuring residents and underscoring urgency.
Israel-Hezbollah Escalation Continues: Israeli airstrikes killed 24 Palestinians in Gaza despite a fragile US-brokered ceasefire, and five in Beirut, including Hezbollah's acting chief of staff. The IDF removed officers over intelligence failures in October's attacks.
Pakistan Airstrike in Afghanistan: A strike in Khost province killed several, amid rising cross-border tensions; locals report civilian casualties.
Trump-Xi Diplomacy Heats Up: President Trump accepted an invitation to visit Beijing in April after a call with Xi Jinping, reciprocating with a US state visit offer. Discussions covered trade, Taiwan, and fentanyl.

Politics and Legal Developments

US Indictments Dismissed in High-Profile Case: A federal judge dismissed indictments against several Trump allies, citing procedural flaws, in a setback for ongoing probes into 2020 election interference.
Venezuela's Maduro Faces Terror Designation: The Trump administration plans to label President Maduro and allies as foreign terrorists, escalating sanctions amid disputed elections.
India's Ram Temple Milestone: PM Narendra Modi hoisted the saffron Dharma Dhwaj at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, marking construction completion amid nationwide celebrations. Separately, China denied harassing an Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh at Shanghai airport, calling it standard procedure.
Japan Tightens Naturalization Rules: The government is considering stricter requirements for foreign citizenship, including language and cultural tests, amid immigration debates.

Disasters and Health Crises

Typhoon Kalmaegi Toll Climbs in Philippines: Death count rises to 114 in Visayas and Mindanao, with thousands displaced and rescue ops ongoing amid flooding.
Afghanistan Quake Aftermath: The 6.3 magnitude event near Mazar-i-Sharif has killed 20+, damaged the Blue Mosque, and left hundreds injured.
US Listeria Outbreak Worsens: Six dead and 25 hospitalized from contaminated pasta in 18 states; CDC urges recalls and vigilance.<grok:record_inline_citation"></grok:render>
Nigeria School Kidnappings Escalate: Gunmen abducted 25 girls and killed a vice principal in Kebbi State; 50 from a prior Niger State incident have escaped.
Ethiopia Volcano Erupts: Ash plumes from Erta Ale disrupt flights; Civil Aviation Ministry monitors impacts on regional air travel.

US Domestic and Holiday News

White House Renovations Amid Traditions: Ongoing upgrades continue, but First Lady Melania Trump welcomed the official Christmas tree in a festive Clydesdale carriage arrival from Michigan.
Thanksgiving Travel Boom: FAA forecasts 3M+ screenings, the busiest in years, but storms and the record-long government shutdown threaten disruptions. (Note: Shutdown from prior days persists.)
CDC Vaccine Guidance Sparks Debate: Revised wording suggesting possible autism links renews misinformation concerns, alarming parents.
TPS Ends for Burmese Nationals: Trump admin terminates protections, citing improved conditions in Myanmar, affecting thousands.

Sports and Culture

Tennis: Sinner Retains ATP Finals Crown: Jannik Sinner edged Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5 in a thriller for back-to-back titles.
Rugby: Springboks Dominate Dream Team: Six South Africans, led by Player of the Year Malcolm Marx, top the 2025 World Rugby Men's 15s selections.
Literature: Gonzalo Celorio Wins Cervantes Prize: The Mexican writer receives the prestigious Spanish-language award for his oeuvre.

Business and Tech

Stock Markets Rally on Rate Cut Hopes: US indices surged as Fed officials signal a likely 25bps December cut, with 81% odds; AI stocks lead gains.
Crypto Buzz: New Presales and Listings: Analysts eye November's top coins like XRP amid whale activity and Coinbase debuts.