Today's Top Reports
North Korea
North Korea test-fires updated 240mm MLRS
According to state media, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-firing of an updated 240mm multiple-launch rocket system (MLRS) on Tuesday, marking the fourth such test since February. The Korean Central News Agency reported that the rocket system has been technically updated in its maneuverability and concentrated firing capability and has proved advantageous in all indices. The MLRS test came as South Korea and the United States have been carrying out their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield joint military drills until Thursday. This event took place on 08/28/2024.
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Russia
Oil depot hit by drones in the Rostov region
As a result of a joint operation, Ukrainian-made strike UAVs targeted the Atlas oil depot in the Rostov region of Russia. The facility is part of the Russian military-industrial complex and supplies Russian forces. Eyewitnesses report a fire in the tanks of the oil depot. This event took place on 08/28/2024.
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Sudan
Seven people killed during rival RSF clashes in Mellit
Monday night, two factions of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) clashed in the town of Mellit, North Darfur, resulting in the death of seven RSF members from both sides. The fighting erupted when an RSF group from West Darfur attempted to loot the Mellit market, sparking resistance from local RSF members. The clashes spotlight growing internal divisions within the RSF, which seized control of Mellit in April after battles with armed groups that had previously secured the area. This event took place on 08/28/2024.
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Syria
Israeli airstrike reportedly hits car near the Syria-Lebanon border
Syrian media and a Lebanese official report that four people were killed in an alleged Israeli strike near the Syria-Lebanon border. The strike targeted a car and resulted in the death of one Hezbollah member and three members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group. Israeli and Syrian officials have not commented on the incident. This event took place on 08/28/2024.
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West Bank
US issues more sanctions over settler violence
The Biden administration has issued sanctions against Hashomer Yosh and Yitzhak Levi Filant for their involvement in settler violence in the West Bank. These sanctions come after recent violent attacks by settlers that resulted in the deaths of Palestinians. The lack of Israeli enforcement has led the US and other Western countries to impose their sanctions. Hashomer Yosh supports illegal farming outposts in the West Bank and has received funding from Israeli ministries. Filant, a civilian security guard, engaged in activities outside his authority. This event took place on 08/28/2024.
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Below are all 47 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.
