Today's Top Reports
Afghanistan
Clashes between Taliban and Pakistani border guards resume
Thursday morning, clashes between Taliban and Pakistani border guards resumed in the area of Dand Wa Paton, Paktia province. The clashes followed the exchange of gunfire in the same area between the two forces that injured at least six Taliban members on Wednesday. This event took place on 05/16/2024.
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Cambodia
Cambodia and China kick off military exercise
Cambodia and China have started 15-day military exercises, raising concerns about China's growing influence in Cambodia. The exercises involve 1,315 Cambodian military personnel and 760 Chinese participants, with three Chinese and 11 Cambodian ships. The Cambodian army commander thanked China for providing new equipment and upgrading military facilities, including the Ream Naval Base. This event took place on 05/16/2024.
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Israel
Drone attack near Metula
The Israeli military reports that a drone carrying explosives crashed and exploded near the community of Metula, injuring three soldiers. One soldier is in serious condition, while the other two have minor injuries. The incident is currently under investigation. Hezbollah has claimed responsibility, stating that the drone was armed with missiles targeting IDF in Metula. This event took place on 05/16/2024.
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Taiwan
27 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval ships tracked around Taiwan
Taiwan tracked 27 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval ships around its country between 6 a.m. on Wednesday and 6 a.m. on Thursday. Six aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line, 12 entered the southwest corner of the country’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), and one helicopter was tracked in the southeast ADIZ. This event took place on 05/16/2024.
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Yemen
US forces destroy four Houthi drones in Yemen
Tuesday night, US forces destroyed four Houthi drones in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen. USCENTCOM stated the systems presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. This event took place on 05/16/2024.
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Below are all 62 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.
