On December 1, 2024, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a warning to BRICS nations, threatening a 100% tariff on countries that attempt to undermine the U.S. dollar. This statement was made via his social media platform, following a BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, where member nations discussed enhancing transactions in local currencies and reducing reliance on the dollar. The BRICS group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has expanded to include countries like Iran, Egypt, and the UAE, representing a significant portion of the global economy.
In Ukraine, Russian military forces conducted drone strikes in the Dnipro district of Kherson, resulting in three fatalities and several injuries. The attack targeted public transportation around 8:15 AM local time. The Kherson regional military administration reported additional injuries following a drone dropping explosives on a minibus. This incident follows a similar attack on November 30, which also resulted in civilian casualties.
In Syria, Russian airstrikes intensified against areas held by Islamist rebels opposing President Bashar al-Assad's government. Air assaults were reported in Idlib province and Aleppo, where Islamist forces have recently gained territory. The strikes are part of a broader offensive that began on November 27, marking the most significant escalation since a ceasefire agreement in 2020. Reports indicate a lack of substantial resistance from Syrian government forces, raising concerns about their operational capability.