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SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 18:03 GMT

Turkey, U.S.: Countries Reach Cease-Fire Agreement for Northeastern Syria

Turkey and the United States have reached an agreement over Ankara's incursion into northern Syria, the Middle East Eye reported Oct. 17. According to the deal, Turkey will halt its offensive within 120 hours to allow the Syrian Democratic Forces to withdraw from a designated safe zone along the Turkish border.

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SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 16:46 GMT

Solomon Islands: Chinese State-Owned Company Leases Entire Island

A Chinese state-owned technology company reportedly signed an agreement with the Solomon Islands government on Sept. 22 to lease the entire island of Tulagi, one day after both countries established diplomatic ties, AFP reported Oct. 17.

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Modernizing China’s Military

Asia-Pacific: Among Great Powers

SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 16:05 GMT

China: Foreign Ministry Confirms Detention of 2 U.S. Citizens

China's Foreign Ministry has confirmed that authorities detained last month two U.S. citizens who run an English-teaching company on suspicions of organizing others to cross the border illegally, Bloomberg reported Oct. 17.

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China

China in Transition

SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 15:16 GMT

Americas: U.S. to Resume Financial Aid for 3 Latin American Countries

The United States will resume financial aid for Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador after all three countries signed asylum cooperation agreements with the United States over the past months, The Washington Post reported Oct. 16.

Security Challenges in Latin America

Crossing Borders

SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 13:58 GMT

Turkey: U.S. Delegation Meets With Erdogan on Syria

A U.S. delegation that includes Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is meeting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Oct. 17 in an attempt to reach a cease-fire in the ongoing Turkish offensive in northeastern Syria, NBC News reported.

SITUATION REPORTOct 17, 2019 | 13:35 GMT

Russia, Venezuela: Caracas Considering Granting Rosneft Control Over PDVSA, Report Suggests

The Venezuelan government is considering granting Russian oil giant Rosneft full control over state-owned energy company Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), according to an Oct. 17 El Nacional report that cited unnamed industry sources.

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Venezuela's Unraveling

Echoes of the Cold War

AssessmentsOct 17, 2019 | 10:00 GMT

This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.

U.S. Naval Update Map: Oct. 17, 2019

The Naval Update Map shows the approximate current locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups (CSGs) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARGs), based on available open-source information.

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Military

Tracking U.S. Naval Power

Contributor PerspectivesOct 17, 2019 | 09:30 GMT

This photo shows a protester in Hong Kong waving a banner of support for NBA team executive Daryl Morey.

China Calls a Foul, and the NBA Jumps

A league executive's foray into the Hong Kong protest issue exposed the political costs of operating in the world's largest market.

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China

The Geopolitics of Sport

Partner PerspectivesOct 17, 2019 | 09:00 GMT

Iraqis rally in Baghdad against state corruption, failing public services and unemployment on Oct. 4, 2019.

Iraqi Protests Present Gulf Arab States With an Opportunity

Social and economic grievances in Iraq open possibilities for positive Gulf Arab engagement and investment.

Iraq

GuidanceOct 17, 2019 | 09:00 GMT

A Gloomy Forecast Pervades the Annual IMF-World Bank Meeting

From a lack of cooperation among big economies to worries about future funding, the IMF has plenty of cause for concern at its yearly meetings.

SITUATION REPORTOct 16, 2019 | 16:53 GMT

U.S.: House of Representatives Passes Bill in Support of Hong Kong Protests

The U.S. House Representatives has passed legislation in support of the ongoing Hong Kong protests, which mandates an annual review of the city's autonomous status from China's central government to maintain its special trade status with the United States, Bloomberg reported Oct. 15.

SITUATION REPORTOct 16, 2019 | 16:53 GMT

Turkey: U.S. Prosecutors File Indictment Against Halkbank in New York District Court

U.S. prosecutors have filed an indictment in a New York district court charging Turkey's Halkbank with evading U.S. sanctions on Iran, Bloomberg reported Oct. 15.

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Turkey

Turkey's Resurgence

Contributor PerspectivesOct 16, 2019 | 09:30 GMT

Turkish-backed proxies search for members of the mainly Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces in Tal Abyad, Syria, on Oct. 15, 2019.

Turkey Fights a Losing PR Battle Over Syria

In contrast to its rapid military advances in northern Syria, Turkey is finding it slow going in the court of international public opinion.

Turkey

The Kurdish Struggle

Turkey's Resurgence

AssessmentsOct 16, 2019 | 09:00 GMT

In this photo, Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa speaks to the press after meeting with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in Lisbon on Oct. 8, 2019.

Can Portugal Remain the Eurozone's Anomaly?

After years of uninterrupted growth, Lisbon's high debt levels and an influx of trade uncertainty risk bringing Europe's economic slowdown closer to Portugal's shores.

Portugal

EU: Regional Blocs

The Fate of the Eurozone

European Disintegration

SnapshotsOct 15, 2019 | 21:01 GMT

Damage to Iranian Tanker Suggests an Intensifying Israeli Campaign

If Israeli forces were responsible, it would fit into a pattern of a more robust and increasingly expansive effort by Israel against Iran and its allies.

Iran's Arc of Influence

Israel's Survival Strategy

SITUATION REPORTOct 15, 2019 | 16:58 GMT

Thailand: Public Railway Company Expected to Sign Partnership for High-Speed Rail Project

Thailand's public railway company is expected to sign a public-private partnership on Oct. 25 for a 220-kilometer (137-mile) high-speed rail project worth $7.5 billion linking airports to five provinces under the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), The Thaiger reported Oct. 15.

Asia-Pacific: Among Great Powers

Southeast Asia: Burdened by Consensus

SITUATION REPORTOct 15, 2019 | 14:38 GMT

South Korea: Justice Minister Steps Down Amid Corruption Allegations

South Korean Justice Minister Cho Kuk has resigned amid opposition pressure and public protests spurred by allegations of financial crimes and obtaining academic favors for his children, AFP reported Oct. 14.

South Korea

SITUATION REPORTOct 15, 2019 | 13:47 GMT

Turkey: U.K. to Suspend New Arms Export Licenses Over Syria Offensive

The United Kingdom is joining other European countries in limiting its arms sales to Turkey by suspending new export licenses over Ankara's military offensive in northern Syria, Reuters reported Oct. 15.

Divided EU Foreign Policies

SITUATION REPORTOct 15, 2019 | 13:17 GMT

Syria: Russian Forces Take up Positions Near Manbij After U.S. Troops Withdraw, Report Says

Russian forces have taken up positions near the Syrian city of Manbij after U.S. troops withdrew from the area, Newsweek reported Oct. 14.

Rebalancing Power in the Middle East

Echoes of the Cold War

BusinessOct 15, 2019 | 13:08 GMT

An illuminated sign advertises exchange rates between the hryvnia, the Ukrainian currency, and the U.S. dollar, the Euro and the Russian rouble in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Financial Security for Foreign Travelers

Former CIA Security Manager and Director of Pecora Consulting Services, Thomas Pecora, focuses on preparing for the financial aspects of your trip abroad.

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