Biggest world stories-2018
America
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On November 21, the United States imposed sanctions on Gazprombank, Russia's third-largest bank, along with six of its subsidiaries abroad, over 50 Russian financial institutions, 40 securities registrars, and 15 financial officials.
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In a dramatic policy reversal, President Joe Biden has reportedly given Ukraine the green light to use U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles for strikes deep inside Russian territory. This decision, revealed in reports from multiple sources, marks a significant departure from the previous cautious stance held by Washington, which had previously limited the use of these weapons to targets within Ukraine’s borders. The move comes at a pivotal moment, just two months before the expected transfer of power to newly elected President Donald Trump, who has vowed to reevaluate U.S. support for Ukraine.
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The results of the U.S. presidential election sent shockwaves across the globe, and its reverberations continue to be felt. This event is no longer seen as merely a domestic issue but is regarded as one of the key developments shaping the course of world history. Historians often refer to a popular notion: the history of the United States was an "American history" up until the 20th century; after that, it became "world history."
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The U.S. presidential election, closely watched worldwide, ended unexpectedly with a convincing victory for Trump. He received 5 million more votes than Kamala Harris—a rare margin in American politics. Additionally, Republicans regained control of the Senate, having already held a majority in Congress.
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