In case the United States has a long conversation to discuss issues such as the release of detainees, it was learned from Israel on the 11th local time that Israeli Defense Minister Katz said on the phone with US Defense Secretary Austin that it is possible to reach a new agreement by restarting negotiations and thus release all detainees, including American citizens. The two sides also discussed the development of the situation in Syria and Israel's occupation of the buffer zone on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights. (CCTV)US natural gas futures rose 6% in the day, and US natural gas futures rose 6% in the day, and are now reported at $3.353 per million British heat.The main force of Nymex US crude oil futures just broke through the $70.00/barrel mark, and the latest price was $70.07/barrel, up 2.16% in the day.
South Korea's tourism industry has been hit. The mayor of Seoul promised to ensure the safety of tourists. Recently, South Korea's tourism industry has also been hit by the emergency martial law storm, and many hotels and travel agencies have been unsubscribed. Seoul Mayor SE HUN promised to take measures to ensure the safety of tourists on the 11th. The South Korean media reported that although the emergency martial law issued by South Korean President Yin Xiyue lasted only a few hours, the negative impact of this incident on South Korea's tourism industry has already appeared. For security reasons, many tourists canceled the reservations of hotels and travel agencies. In view of the above situation, SE HUN said that the Seoul municipal government will launch a series of measures to create a "safe Seoul" image to attract foreign tourists, and at the same time increase support for the tourism industry to prevent related enterprises from closing down. (CCTV)The President of the United Arab Emirates held talks with the King of Jordan to discuss the situation in Syria. On the 11th, local time, UAE President Mohammed and King Abdullah II of Jordan held talks in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, focusing on the close relationship between the two countries and the latest regional situation development. During the talks, the two sides reviewed the developments in Syria, reaffirmed their consistent position of supporting Syria's unity, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and stressed the importance of safeguarding its state institutions. In addition, the two sides also expressed their commitment to support initiatives that meet the aspirations of the Syrian people and stressed the importance of Syria's stability to the region and the Arab world. During the talks, the two sides stressed that it is necessary to intensify efforts to strengthen regional stability and prevent conflicts in the region from escalating. (CCTV)Iraqi Prime Minister and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister discussed the situation in Syria by telephone. On December 11th, local time, Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Sudani telephoned Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed. During the call, the two sides discussed the latest development of the situation in Syria and its impact on the region. The two sides unanimously stressed that Arab countries need to strengthen coordination and jointly promote dialogue among Syrian parties to ensure Syria's security, sovereignty and territorial integrity. The two sides also held discussions on strengthening bilateral relations and deepening development in various fields. In addition, Sudani also congratulated Muhammad on Saudi Arabia's winning the right to host the 2034 World Cup. (CCTV)
US Treasury Secretary Yellen: Worried about the fiscal outlook, the deficit needs to be reduced. President Biden's proposal to cut the deficit by an additional $3 trillion is necessary. Disappointed that Congress failed to take measures to deal with the budget deficit.The Israeli army attacked many places in northern and central Gaza, causing many deaths and injuries. On the 11th local time, it was learned from the Palestinian side that the Israeli army burned dozens of houses in Gebali Ye refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip and blew up several residential buildings in Beitlahia area in the northern Gaza Strip. In Deir al-Balah, the central part of the Gaza Strip, Israeli attacks have killed one person and injured many others. In the afternoon, Israeli troops also attacked a house in the Za Vaida area in the middle of the zone, killing one child and seriously injuring many others. In addition, the Nuseilet area in the central part of the Gaza Strip was also bombed by the Israeli army. At present, 4 people have been killed and 16 injured. (CCTV)The US media said that the Biden administration is considering imposing new sanctions on Russian oil trade. Informed sources: The details have yet to be finalized. The Bloomberg website reported on the 10th local time that the Biden administration is considering imposing new sanctions on Russian oil trade before Trump returns to the White House, and the specific details have yet to be finalized. The article said that the Biden administration is weighing new and stricter sanctions against Russia's lucrative oil trade, trying to increase pressure on the Kremlin before Trump returns to the White House. According to an insider who asked not to be named, the details of possible new measures are still being worked out, but Biden's team is considering imposing restrictions on some Russian oil exports. Up to now, the Russian side has not responded. (CCTV)