Today's Top Reports
Cambodia
Cambodia opens expanded Ream Naval Base
Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet has inaugurated the expansion of the Ream Naval Base, which has raised concerns about China's growing influence in the region. The new facilities will allow for larger ships and joint military exercises, but Cambodian officials have denied allegations that China has been granted exclusive privileges to use the base. China's Defense Ministry has stated that the base will support joint operations, including counterterrorism and humanitarian assistance, and that personnel from both countries will be stationed there. This event took place on 04/05/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/cambodia-opens-expanded-ream-naval-base/
Indonesia
Indonesian military stated it will not designate nine regions of Papua as ""war zones""
The Indonesian Military (TNI) has responded to the West Papua National Liberation Army-Free Papua Organization's (TPNPB-OPM) designation of nine regions in Papua as "war zones." TNI spokesperson Candra Kurniawan stated that the institution will not designate a "war zone" but instead focus on serving, protecting, and caring for the community. The TPNPB-OPM has urged the Indonesian government to immediately evacuate residents from the designated areas, which include Yahukimo, Pegunungan Bintang, and Nduga. The situation remains tense, with the TPNPB-OPM prepared to openly engage in combat with TNI and Indonesian National Police (Polri) forces. This event took place on 04/05/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/indonesian-military-stated-it-will-not-designate-nine-regions-of-papua-as-war-zones/
Myanmar
MNDAA agrees to withdraw from Lashio Township by April 21
The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) has agreed to withdraw from Lashio, northern Shan State's largest city, by April 21 under an agreement mediated by Chinese officials. The deal was finalized on March 23 after a series of talks between the MNDAA and Myanmar's junta in China's Yunnan Province. The withdrawal marks a significant shift in control over a strategic city, which is a key commercial hub and home to the Myanmar regime's Northeastern Regional Military Command. This event took place on 04/05/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/mndaa-agrees-to-withdraw-from-lashio-township-by-april-21/
Russia
Rubio warns Russian envoy breakthrough needed in peace talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with a Russian envoy, who sent a message that the US expects a breakthrough in peace talks within weeks. Rubio emphasized that the US wants to see concrete steps towards a ceasefire and that ""time is ticking."" However, a senior NATO official expressed skepticism about Russia's intentions, stating that there are no signs of a change in Russia's goals in Ukraine. This event took place on 04/05/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/rubio-warns-russian-envoy-breakthrough-needed-in-peace-talks/
Spain
Massive nationwide housing protests expected across Spain
Spanish tenants' associations have called for a nationwide protest on Saturday in 40 cities to address the country's housing crisis. They cite rising rents, evictions, and a lack of affordable housing. Organizers demand forced rent reductions, expropriation, and the creation of more social housing, accusing the government of turning housing into a business model. This event took place on 04/05/2025.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/massive-nationwide-housing-protests-expected-across-spain/
Read all 51 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.
