Month: November 2025

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#news  #today
The rising  #death toll from the Hong Kong fire, a deadly shooting at a California gathering, and post-Thanksgiving travel disruptions in the U.S.
Major news headlines for today, Sunday, November 30, 2025, include escalating tensions with Venezuela
U.S. News
National Guard Shooting & Immigration Policy: The suspect in the shooting that wounded two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., and resulted in one death, has been identified as an Afghan national. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated the suspect was likely “radicalized” in the U.S.. In response, the Trump administration has paused all asylum decisions and all migration from what the President called “Third World countries”.
California Shooting: A shooting at a family gathering in a California banquet hall left four people dead and ten injured; police are investigating it as a targeted attack.
Political Developments: A Trump ally in Congress, Rep. Troy Nehls, will not seek re-election in 2026, while his twin brother announced a campaign for the seat. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a pardon from Israel’s president during his ongoing corruption trial.
Winter Travel: A winter storm is walloping parts of the Midwest, causing significant disruptions on one of the busiest post-Thanksgiving travel days of the year.
World News
have escalated, with President Trump stating that Venezuelan airspace should be considered closed to fight drug smuggling. Venezuela has condemned this as a “colonialist threat”.Venezuela Tensions: Tensions between the U.S. andVenezuela
Hong Kong Fire: The death toll from a devastating fire that engulfed an apartment complex in Hong Kong has climbed to 146 people, with search efforts ongoing in the high-rise buildings.
Southeast Asia Floods: More than 700 people are dead and hundreds are missing across Southeast Asia after severe flooding and mudslides caused by a cyclone in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Ukraine War: Top Ukrainian officials are meeting with U.S. officials in Florida to discuss potential peace proposals to end the war with Russia. Ukrainian naval drones reportedly hit two Russian “shadow fleet” oil tankers in the Black Sea.
Swiss Referendum: Swiss voters have rejected a proposed tax on the super-rich and a measure for mandatory national service for women.
For more details on these stories, you can visit major news outlets such as ABC News, the BBC, or CNN.

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 30, 2025

PM Netanyahu, the escape artist

“escape artist” is a common and long-standing metaphor used by political analysts and critics to describe his ability to navigate and survive numerous political and legal challenges. This term is particularly relevant in the context of his ongoing corruption trial, efforts to avoid blame for the October 7, 2023 attack, and recent request for a presidential pardon.The characterization of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an
Key Contexts for the “Escape Artist” Label
Corruption Trial: Netanyahu is currently on trial for charges of fraud, breach of trust, and accepting bribes. Critics argue that his political maneuvering, including attempts to pass legislation granting immunity to sitting prime ministers, are efforts to “escape justice”. Most recently, on November 30, 2025, he formally requested a presidential pardon to end the trial, which opponents immediately denounced as an attempt to place himself above the rule of law.
Political Survival: Despite facing multiple elections, shifting coalition partners, and intense public scrutiny, Netanyahu has remained a dominant force in Israeli politics for over two decades, serving as the country’s longest-serving prime minister. This resilience and ability to form governments against the odds have often been compared to a Houdini-like feat.
Accountability for October 7 Failures: Following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, there has been significant tension between the political and military leadership regarding accountability. While top military officials have faced disciplinary action, Netanyahu has been broadly accused of sidestepping blame and resisting calls for a full state commission of inquiry until after the war in Gaza is over.
Public Opinion and Media Portrayal: The metaphor is frequently used in opinion pieces and news headlines, often portraying Netanyahu as someone who carefully constructs a parallel universe where he is never at fault and never takes responsibility for failures. This narrative is a point of deep division within Israeli society.

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 30, 2025