Conflict in Ukraine and elections in Chile dominate.

Conflict in Ukraine intensifies attacks on Kiev.

In the early morning of November 15, 2025, the Ukrainian capital Kyiv suffered a massive attack with approximately 430 drones and 18 missiles, including ballistic and aeroballistic missiles, launched by Russian forces. President Volodymyr Zelensky described the attack as deliberately calculated to cause maximum damage to civilians and infrastructure. At least six people died and about 30 were injured, including two children and a pregnant woman. The attacks caused fires in several residential buildings in different districts of the city.[1].

This attack comes at a time when Russia has been advancing in southern Ukraine, with Ukrainian forces retreating in several villages in the Zaporizia region amid intense fighting[1].

Presidential elections in Chile with a polarized scenario.

Chile is preparing for a presidential runoff marked by strong polarization between communist activist Yanet Hara and far-right candidate José Antonio Caz. They will compete for the presidency after the term of current president Gabriel Boric, who has governed for the past four years. The election reflects a sharp division in the country, with issues such as insecurity and migration dominating the public debate.[1][2].

Progress in trade negotiations between the US and China.

In London, the United States and China reached a preliminary agreement on a general framework for trade relations, including the strategic issue of rare earth elements, essential for the technology industry. The US intends to conclude a final agreement by Thanksgiving, avoiding the imposition of punitive tariffs that could harm both countries.[1][5].

Other relevant news

• The knockout stage of the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup began in Doha, with clashes between teams such as France, Ecuador, Switzerland, Egypt, Italy and the Czech Republic[2][4].
• In international politics, talks between Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the situation in the Middle East, amid growing tensions in the region[6].
• In the United States, former President Donald Trump stated that he had decided on possible military action in Venezuela, increasing international attention to the crisis in Latin America[6].

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