Today's Top Reports
Lebanon
Israeli forces seek additional time to withdraw from southern Lebanon
Israel has requested an additional 30 days from the US to complete the withdrawal of its troops from southern Lebanon. The IDF is required to cede its positions to the Lebanese Armed Forces by January 26, but Israel believes the Lebanese forces have been deploying too slowly. The US and France are discussing the extension, and France is likely to agree as long as all parties are on board. This event took place on 01/23/2025.
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More weapons found in Lebanon
IDF soldiers in southern Lebanon continue to discover weapons and Hezbollah infrastructure. The 7th Armored Brigade found anti-tank missiles, grenades, and assault rifles during scans. In a joint operation with the Yahalom combat engineering unit, troops uncovered tunnels used as weapon depots. The weapons were seized, and the infrastructure was destroyed. This event took place on 01/23/2025.
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Philippines
Rubio reaffirms commitment to the defense of the Philippines
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the United States' commitment to the defense of the Philippines during a call with his Philippine counterpart Enrique Manalo. Rubio expressed concerns about China's actions in the South China Sea, stating that they undermine regional peace and stability and are inconsistent with international law. This event took place on 01/23/2025.
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South Korea
Investigators seek indictment against impeached President Yoon
South Korea's anti-corruption officials have requested that prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for insurrection and abuse of power over his short-lived martial law declaration. Yoon, the first sitting president to be arrested in South Korea's history, is accused of being the ringleader of an insurrection. This event took place on 01/23/2025.
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Yemen
President Trump re-designates Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
President Donald J. Trump issued an Executive Order to re-designate the Yemen Houthi rebel group, also known as Ansar Allah, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO). This event took place on 01/23/2025.
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Below are all 46 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.
