Historic U.S. Shutdown Ends, Trump Deploys Navy Amid Latin American Tensions – 11/13/2025, 12:25:09 PM

The latest world news as of November 13, 2025, includes major political developments, security incidents, and international summits.

• US Politics and Policy: The US House of Representatives has passed a funding bill ending the longest government shutdown in US history[1][7]. President Donald Trump has escalated military action against Latin American drug cartels, deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford near Latin America. Venezuela has responded by mobilizing 200,000 troops[1].

• Global Security and Incidents:

  • At least eight people were killed after a car explosion near the Red Fort in New Delhi, India. Investigations are ongoing, and several suspects have been detained in Kashmir[2][3].
  • In South Korea, a truck crash at an outdoor market killed two people and injured eighteen[3].
  • In Peru, a bus accident resulted in at least 37 deaths and 13 injuries after falling into a ravine[3].
  • Bangladesh is experiencing widespread disruptions as the former ruling Awami League calls for a nationwide protest and lockdown in response to the trial of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina[3].
• Ukraine War: President Wade Zalinski of Ukraine has requested 25 Patriot air defense systems from the US, but the Trump administration is not sending arms to Ukraine, unlike the previous administration. Russian attacks have intensified, causing significant damage to Ukraine’s power infrastructure and leading to rolling blackouts. Russia has made gains in the southern Zaporizhzhia region, overtaking three settlements[2][3]. Ukraine’s interception rate of Russian drones has slipped, and a corruption investigation involving a former associate of ex-President Zelenskyy is underway[3].

• International Summits and Climate:

  • The COP30 climate summit has opened in the Brazilian Amazon. Brazilian President Lula da Silva urged leaders to prioritize climate spending over military expenditure. Russia, the US, and Israel are absent this year. Analysts believe the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C is now unlikely[2].
  • President Trump has decided the US will boycott the upcoming G20 summit, which South Africa’s president called “their loss”[3].
• Other Developments:
  • France is marking ten years since the 2015 Paris terror attacks, with national tributes to victims[4][5].
  • The world’s first flying car factory has started production in China[4].
  • Myanmar has taken delivery of new Russian helicopters and Chinese airplanes, reinforcing its military despite ongoing international pressure[3].
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency remains unable to verify Iran’s near-weapons-grade uranium stockpile following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities earlier this year[3].

These headlines reflect significant geopolitical, security, and environmental issues shaping global affairs on November 13, 2025.