Today's Top Reports
Brazil
Former Brazilian president, 36 others indicted in coup de'tat, assassination plot
Brazil's federal police have recommended criminal charges against former president Jair Bolsonaro and 36 other individuals, including high-ranking military members of his administration. The charges stem from an investigation into an alleged coup attempt following Bolsonaro's 2022 election loss. The indictments mark the first time authorities have directly linked Bolsonaro to efforts to prevent his successor from assuming power. This event took place on 11/22/2024.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/former-brazilian-president-36-others-indicted-in-coup-detat-assassination-plot/
Ecuador
Violent anti-government protests in Ecuador
On Thursday, anti-government protests turned violent during a march by union members, students, and social groups to the presidential palace in Quito. As police barricaded protesters from advancing deeper into downtown Quito, tensions rose. In response, some demonstrators tried to force their way through the police blockade by hurling stones and other projectiles at the officers. This event took place on 11/22/2024.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/violent-anti-government-protests-in-ecuador/
France
Farmers protest near French-Spanish border against EU-Mercosur deal
On the third consecutive day of nationwide protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, French farmers blockaded a highway near the French-Spanish border. The blockade, established on Tuesday at the Le Boulou toll plaza area, aims to disrupt the flow of heavy goods traffic from Spain into France ""over the long term."" French authorities have collaborated with their Spanish counterparts to establish detours to limit disruption. This event took place on 11/22/2024.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/farmers-protest-near-french-spanish-border-against-eu-mercosur-deal/
Lebanon
Rockets hit UNIFIL base in Lebanon
Four Italian soldiers were injured in an attack on the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL). Two rockets hit the base, causing damage and injuring the soldiers. The Italian Prime Minister expressed concern and indignation over the attacks. The defense ministry confirmed the incident and stated that the rockets hit a bunker and a room near the international military police headquarters. The attack may have been carried out by Hezbollah. This event took place on 11/22/2024.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/rockets-hit-unifil-base-in-lebanon/
North Korea
Russia provides anti-aircraft missiles to North Korea
Russia provided economic support and anti-air missiles to North Korea in exchange for troops to support Moscow’s war on Ukraine, according to Seoul’s top security chief. Equipment and anti-aircraft missiles were delivered to North Korea to reinforce its air defense system. This event took place on 11/22/2024.
View the Full Report and Map Here: https://www.geopolitical.report/russia-provides-anti-aircraft-missiles-to-north-korea/
Below are all 52 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.
