Deep Dive
Who was killed in Moscow, and what was his role?
Lieutenant General Igor Kiliov, the head of Russia's nuclear, chemical, and biological defense forces, was killed in a bomb explosion outside his home in Moscow.
What evidence suggests Ukraine's involvement in the assassination?
Ukraine's SBU security service issued a notice of suspicion accusing Kiliov of war crimes for deploying chemical weapons, and a Ukrainian intelligence official suggested his targeting was justified due to his orders to use banned substances.
What were the consequences of Kiliov's actions during the conflict?
He faced sanctions from the UK for deploying chemical weapons and was characterized as a prominent mouthpiece for Kremlin disinformation.
Why did Chrystia Freeland resign from Justin Trudeau's government?
Freeland felt she no longer had Trudeau's confidence and had been at odds with him for several weeks, particularly over managing tariff threats from the US.
What are the current political challenges facing Justin Trudeau?
Trudeau faces calls for his resignation, with nearly 40% of his Liberal Party MPs indicating they will sign a letter calling for his resignation. His approval ratings are at one of the lowest points since he took office.
What did Bashar al-Assad reveal in his first statement since the fall of his regime?
Assad claimed he intended to continue fighting against rebel forces and denied seeking refuge, stating he was evacuated by Russian forces after an attack on the airbase where he was staying.
What is the current state of Argentina's economy?
Argentina's GDP grew by 3.9% between July and September, marking the first growth since entering a recession in 2023. However, the economy is still expected to decline by 3% in 2024 before growing by 5.2% in 2025.
What challenges remain for Argentina's President Javier Millet?
Millet needs to lift capital and currency controls to attract foreign investment and allow the central bank to build up currency reserves, which are currently deterring investment.
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