Today's Top Reports
Afghanistan
Taliban deploy more troops to the border with Pakistan
The Taliban has bolstered security measures along the Pak-Afghan border, particularly at the Torkham crossing, to prevent ISIS operatives from infiltrating Afghanistan disguised as returning migrants. A specialized security unit has been deployed to Torkham, led by Sultan Mofaker, and all returnees are now subject to biometric registration and identity verification. The Taliban has also established a processing facility, Camp Omari, to manage the increasing number of returnees and conduct comprehensive background checks, but some have complained of extended stays due to delays in the verification process. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/taliban-deploy-more-troops-to-the-border-with-pakistan/
Benin
JNIM terrorists claim to have killed 70 soldiers in northern Benin
Nusrat ul-Islam wa Al-Muslimin (JNIM) claimed last Thursday, April 17, that it killed at least 70 Benin troops during attacks on two military posts in Benin’s northeastern Kandi province in the Alibori department. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/jnim-terrorists-claim-to-have-killed-70-soldiers-in-northern-benin/
Ecuador
Ecuador placed on maximum alert after alleged assassination plot against President Noboa
Ecuador has raised its alert level due to an alleged assassination plot targeting recently reelected President Daniel Noboa, according to the government on Saturday. A military intelligence report revealed that assassins entered Ecuador from Mexico and other nations, intending to execute ""terrorist attacks"" against Noboa, which was circulated on social media. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/ecuador-placed-on-maximum-alert-after-alleged-assassination-plot-against-president-noboa/
Somalia
Puntland forces thwart ISIS suicide attack on Togga Miraale
From Friday to Saturday, Puntland security forces successfully prevented a significant ISIS suicide bombing in the Togga Miraale area, resulting in the deaths of eight attackers. Officials confirmed that two additional assailants detonated their explosives before reaching their intended targets. Additionally, ten Puntland soldiers lost their lives, and 30 others sustained injuries during the six-hour confrontation and the subsequent explosions. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/puntland-forces-thwart-isis-suicide-attack-on-togga-miraale/
Sudan
Thousands flee from the Zamzam camp
Thousands of displaced people are arriving in Tawila camp after fleeing the paramilitary offensive on Zamzam camp, which the UN says killed hundreds, including children and aid workers. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked Zamzam, forcing thousands to move to nearby communities without aid. The UN migration agency reports that 60,000 to 80,000 families were displaced in the first two days following the assault. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/thousands-flee-from-the-zamzam-camp/
Shelling continues in the El-Fasher area
Recent artillery shelling by the RSF in El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, has resulted in the deaths of seven civilians and injuries to three others. The conflict has caused widespread displacement, with over 15 million people affected, and an estimated death toll ranging from 20,000 to 130,000 people, according to UN figures and US scholar research, respectively. This event took place on 04/20/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/shelling-continues-in-the-el-fasher-area/
Read all 55 event summaries for our reports that we've mapped over the last day. Geopolitical Report Pro subscribers can view complete reports and maps at the links under each summary.