What Are Some Current Events Going on Right Now? Global Crises and Key Developments as of November 30, 2025

As of November 30, 2025, the world is at a breaking point. Not because of one big event, but because of too many happening at once - wars, elections, diplomatic collapses, and humanitarian disasters all unfolding in real time. If you’ve been scrolling through headlines and feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Here’s what’s actually going on right now, without the noise.

Gaza War: Hostage Talks Stall as Fighting Intensifies

The war in Gaza remains the most urgent crisis on the planet. More than 1.9 million Palestinians have been displaced since the conflict began, according to UNRWA. Talks for a ceasefire and hostage release have stalled repeatedly this month. Israel continues targeted raids in Rafah and Khan Younis, while Hamas fighters remain entrenched in underground tunnels. Al Jazeera reports that families in northern Gaza are running out of food, clean water, and medicine - with aid convoys blocked by ongoing shelling. The UN Security Council has called an emergency session for December 2 to address the escalating humanitarian collapse.

Russia Advances in Pokrovsk, Ukraine

In eastern Ukraine, the battle for Pokrovsk has turned into a brutal street-by-street fight. Hundreds of Russian troops crossed into the city on November 28, 2025, after weeks of artillery bombardment. Ukrainian forces are holding key positions, but supply lines are under heavy fire. The International Grains Council says wheat prices have jumped 12.7% since November 1 due to disruptions in Ukraine’s grain exports. This isn’t just a military setback - it’s hitting global food markets. Farmers in Egypt, Lebanon, and Kenya are already feeling the pinch.

Honduras Votes Amid Political Uncertainty

Today, November 30, 2025, Honduras is holding its general election. Voters are choosing a president, members of Congress, and 20 representatives to the Central American Parliament. The race is tight between the ruling Libre Party and the conservative National Party. Observers from the Organization of American States are monitoring for fraud, after years of political instability. Past elections in Honduras have been marred by allegations of vote-buying and media manipulation. Whoever wins will inherit a country with high crime rates, weak institutions, and growing migration pressure toward the U.S. border.

Burkina Faso Pulls Out of Global Institutions

On November 27, Burkina Faso’s military government announced it was withdrawing from both the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the International Criminal Court. Elections, originally promised for 2024, have been postponed until 2029. The independent electoral commission was dissolved. The move follows years of coups and counter-coups. Analysts say this isn’t just about power - it’s a rejection of Western-backed governance models. With jihadist violence still spreading across the Sahel, Burkina Faso’s isolation could make regional security worse.

Mexico and Peru Cut Diplomatic Ties

On November 7, Peru severed relations with Mexico after Mexico granted asylum to former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez. Peru accused Mexico of interfering in its internal politics, citing Chávez’s ties to former President Pedro Castillo’s failed 2022 self-coup attempt. Since then, bilateral trade has dropped 34% in just three weeks, according to WTO provisional data. Peruvian exports of coffee, asparagus, and fishmeal to Mexico have plummeted. Mexican investors are pulling out of Lima’s tech sector. It’s a rare breakdown in Latin American diplomacy - and it’s hurting ordinary businesses on both sides.

Violence Spreads Across South Asia

In India, a car bomb exploded near the Red Fort in Delhi on November 15, killing 13 people and injuring over 20. Authorities have not claimed responsibility, but security fears are rising ahead of upcoming religious festivals. In Pakistan, a suicide bomber struck outside a court in Islamabad on November 22, killing 12 and wounding 27. Both attacks come amid growing tensions between the military and civilian leadership. The U.S. has increased drone surveillance along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, but regional instability is deepening. Control Risks warns that the anniversary of Qasem Soleimani’s killing in January could trigger more attacks in the coming weeks.

Myanmar’s Election Under Threat

Myanmar’s planned December elections are already a farce. The military junta has arrested opposition leaders, shut down independent media, and blocked internet access in ethnic minority regions. UN rights officials say the vote will be held in an “atmosphere of fear, violence, and deep political repression.” International observers won’t be allowed in. The result? A rubber-stamp parliament that legitimizes military rule - and another year of civil war in Karen, Kachin, and Rakhine states. The UN has warned that over 2 million people in Myanmar are now displaced, with little aid reaching them.

Global Diplomacy Tries to Catch Up

While conflicts rage, diplomacy hasn’t stopped. The Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) held a virtual summit on November 25-26, with 51 countries participating. Talks focused on climate cooperation and supply chain resilience. The Paris Peace Forum wrapped up on November 13, showcasing 80 global peace projects - from AI-driven conflict prediction tools to women-led peace councils in Sudan. But these events feel distant when bombs are falling in Gaza and Kyiv. The real test comes in December: the Doha Forum and the India-Russia summit will both try to broker calm. Whether they succeed depends on whether the world still believes in dialogue - or has given up.

What’s Next? The Coming Weeks

December is shaping up to be even more volatile. The UN Security Council meets on December 2 to address Gaza. India and Russia hold their annual summit on December 5-6 - a rare moment of alignment between two major powers amid Western isolation of Russia. The Doha Forum on December 6-7 will bring together diplomats from over 50 countries, including Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the U.S. - all with conflicting interests. Meanwhile, in the U.S., classified military strikes against drug traffickers continue, with no public details. And in the Amazon, Colombia’s airstrikes against FARC splinters may spark more violence in indigenous territories.

There’s no single headline that sums it all up. But if you want to understand what’s happening right now, look at the human cost: families without food in Gaza, farmers losing markets in Peru, children fleeing violence in Congo, and voters in Honduras risking their safety to choose a leader. These aren’t distant events. They’re reshaping global trade, migration, security, and who we trust.