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Welcome to the SITREP for February 25, 2024

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These assessments compare the baseline stability rating of a country to events over the reporting period to determine the current situation. Report covers Feb 22 2024 to Feb 25 2024

Baseline stability rating: Afghanistan is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Afghanistan is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Public executions, earthquake impact, deportations, health warnings, media ban for women

Latest StoriesOver 286,000 afflicted with respiratory illness in Afghanistan since January: WHO, ET HealthWorld (HEALTH.ECONOMICTIMES.INDIATIMES.COM)For First Time in Taliban Era, Indian Technicians Return to Inspect $265 Million Dam in Afghanistan (THEWIRE.IN)UN Security Council to hold meeting on Afghanistan tomorrow (KHAAMA.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Argentina is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Argentina is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing economic concerns, cryptocurrency regulation, political tensions over central bank financing, and protests over austerity measures

Latest StoriesGuyana to take on Argentina and USA on opening day (KAIETEURNEWSONLINE.COM)'Make Argentina Great Again': Trump and Milei Embrace at CPAC (PJMEDIA.COM)Trump And Argentina’s Milei Exchange Close Hug At CPAC (OANN.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Armenia is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Armenia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Escalation of conflict with Azerbaijan, strained relations with Russia, and international defense deals

Latest StoriesArmenia subjects Azerbaijani Army's positions to fire in Nakhchivan direction (AZERNEWS.AZ)Azerbaijani Defense Ministry: Armenia attempts to hide its armed provocations by spreading disinformation (AZERNEWS.AZ)French Defense Chief Visits Armenia, Signs Defense Deals Amid Deepening Ties (RFERL.ORG)

Baseline stability rating: Burundi is Critically Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Burundi is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased political tensions, security force clashes, and public unrest

Latest Stories No recent news updates

Baseline stability rating: Cameroon is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Cameroon is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Ongoing trial for village massacre

Latest StoriesTrial for Cameroon Village Massacre Drags On (HRW.ORG)

Baseline stability rating: Canada is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Canada is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing concerns over public safety, international tensions, economic instability, and social challenges

Latest StoriesZelenskyy hosts allies as Ukraine marks 2 years since Russian invasion (NBCNEWS.COM)Canada's drug crisis is affecting a largely unchecked population of users — newcomers (CBC.CA)What does Canada need to see to resume trade talks with India? Minister won't say (CTVNEWS.CA)

Baseline stability rating: China is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in China is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: China-US tensions, regional disputes, and economic concerns

Latest StoriesEngaging China for India’s peace and progress: a pragmatic approach (THEHINDU.COM)Malaysia’s prime minister decries ‘China-phobia’ among US and western allies (FT.COM)How local Taiwan officials are blind to prospect of war with China (HONGKONGFP.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Colombia is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Colombia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased concerns over safety and security, potential impact on tourism, and economic interests

Latest StoriesConstitution should protect oil revenue savings from claws of mixed political priorities (KAIETEURNEWSONLINE.COM)Colombia to send deep-water expedition to explore 300-year-old shipwreck thought to hold treasure (KVUE.COM)Colombia to send deep-water expedition to explore historic galleon San José (ECONOMICTIMES.INDIATIMES.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Democratic Republic of the Congo is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Democratic Republic of the Congo is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Reports of stretched military mission and concerns over porous borders

Latest StoriesMission impossible: SANDF stretched in DRC, ignoring porous borders, Mozambique risk – DA MP Kobus Marais (BIZNEWS.COM)World News In Brief: Fresh Ukraine Attacks Condemned, Gaza Healthcare, DR Congo Needs Escalating (SCOOP.CO.NZ)SANDF in the DRC: Fallen soldiers brought home (THESOUTHAFRICAN.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Denmark is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Denmark is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Meeting between Danish PM and Ukraine's Zelenskiy, international support for Ukraine, rising antisemitic incidents, and global military tensions

Latest StoriesJew-hatred in Denmark reaches 80-year high (ISRAEL365NEWS.COM)U.S., Britain strike Houthi targets after surge in Red Sea shipping attacks (UPI.COM)Russia May Soon Face Off Against American-Made F-16s Operating in Its Own Airspace (WESTERNJOURNAL.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Ecuador is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Ecuador is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Renegotiation with telecom companies, international arms exchange decision, and security concerns over prison control

Latest StoriesPopular resorts no longer ‘off limits’ for cartel killers: ‘The rules have changed’ (NYPOST.COM)Hundreds of migrants released at bus station after aid money runs out (WND.COM)Ecuador’s failed attempt to follow El Salvador’s model for prisons: Escapes and gang control continue (ENGLISH.ELPAIS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Egypt is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Egypt is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Intensifying conflict in Gaza, influx of Palestinian refugees, high-level diplomatic talks, and potential hostage-prisoner exchange

Latest StoriesEgypt, Eritrea discuss regional issues, bilateral cooperation (DAILYNEWSEGYPT.COM)Fouad meets with OECD delegation to discuss Egypt’s green growth policies (DAILYNEWSEGYPT.COM)Israeli media report progress on reaching a temporary truce in Gaza and a hostage-prisoner exchange (680NEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Estonia is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Estonia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Heightened concerns over Russian aggression, increased focus on security measures, and international geopolitical tensions

Latest StoriesAzerbaijan congratulates Estonia on Independence Day (AZERNEWS.AZ)China lashes out at ‘agent of trouble’ NATO (RT.COM)With U.S. aid in doubt, Europe struggles to rearm Ukraine (WASHINGTONPOST.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Ethiopia is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Ethiopia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing tensions with Somalia over port deal, reports of secret committee ordering killings and arrests

Latest StoriesSomalia Will Defend Itself If Ethiopia Seals ‘Illegal’ Port Deal, President Says (GCAPTAIN.COM)Somalia will defend itself if Ethiopia seals 'illegal' port deal, president says (STRAITSTIMES.COM)Somalia ‘will defend’ itself if Ethiopia seals port deal: President (SABCNEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: France is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in France is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased security measures, diplomatic tensions, and farmer protests

Latest StoriesFrance and the US broke Haiti; they should be the first to mend it (KAIETEURNEWSONLINE.COM)Participants of Istanbul conference on Decolonization: Awakening of the Renaissance address letter to French President (AZERNEWS.AZ)France ‘still in hunt’ for Six Nations title despite slow start (CITIZEN.CO.ZA)

Baseline stability rating: Germany is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Germany is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Commemoration of Hanau shooting, public transport strikes, cannabis legalization, manufacturing downturn, military spending challenges, refugee integration concerns

Latest StoriesCharting the global economy: Germany reels from manufacturing downturn (ECONOMICTIMES.INDIATIMES.COM)How Germany’s steelmakers plan to go green (FT.COM)Polish Farmers Block Key Road Into Germany (VOANEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Greece is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Greece is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Anticipated national strike causing economic disruption, heightened military rhetoric, and international engagement in Indo-Pacific region

Latest StoriesShares flying high for Athens Airport after Greek stock exchange debut (UPSTRACT.COM)Flooded Greek lake a warning to European farmers battling climate change (MALAYMAIL.COM)Flooded Greek lake a warning to European farmers battling climate change (TIMESOFINDIA.INDIATIMES.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Haiti is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Haiti is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Ramped-up international security force, multiple kidnappings, unhealthy rice exports, and asylum seekers' legal action

Latest StoriesUS rice exports to Haiti have unhealthy levels of arsenic, study finds (ASIAONE.COM)How Haiti Became an Aid State (FOREIGNPOLICY.COM)Six religious and a priest held captive by gangs in Haiti (VATICANNEWS.VA)

Baseline stability rating: Indonesia is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Indonesia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Multiple earthquakes in the capital, drug ring bust, and digital platform regulation announcement

Latest StoriesHow dynastic politics shaped presidential election in Indonesia (UPSTRACT.COM)Indonesia to wipe out global nickel rivals, warns French miner Eramet chief (UPSTRACT.COM)An earthquake with a preliminary 5.6 magnitude shakes Indonesia's capital. No reports of casualties (STARTRIBUNE.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Ireland is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Ireland is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased international scrutiny, financial concerns, and immigration challenges

Latest StoriesBlitzboks must beat Ireland to advance in Vancouver (TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA)Blitzboks must beat Ireland to advance in Vancouver (TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA)Ireland v Wales Six Nations: three key challenges (CITIZEN.CO.ZA)

Baseline stability rating: Israel is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Israel is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Intensified international criticism and ceasefire talks amid ongoing conflict with Gaza and potential threats from other groups

Latest StoriesSimmering tension between U.S, Israel over West Bank (CBSNEWS.COM)Biden's push for Palestinian state 'would lead to holocaust': Israel minister (INDIATODAY.INTODAY.IN)Israel discusses next steps in truce talks as Gaza desperation deepens (HURRIYETDAILYNEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Jordan is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Jordan is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased tensions due to events in Israel, potential impact of regional developments on Jordan's stability

Latest StoriesBiden, to Appease Palestinians, Reverses Trump Policy on Legality of Settlements (BREITBART.COM)IDF arrests five men in dawn West Bank raid, terrorists' house set for demolition (JPOST.COM)Canada investigating possibility of aid airdrop into Gaza, minister says (CBC.CA)

Baseline stability rating: Kenya is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Kenya is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: State funeral for marathon world record-holder, Kenya added to global money laundering list, UAE-Kenya economic partnership agreement

Latest StoriesKenya mourns as marathon world record-holder Kiptum is given a state funeral (BUSINESSMIRROR.COM.PH)FATF financial crime watchdog adds Kenya and Namibia to its 'grey list' (TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA)Van Driel claims maiden win on DP World Tour at Kenya Open (MALAYMAIL.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Mexico is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Mexico is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased firearms smuggling, international scrutiny on proposed reforms, air quality alert, ongoing migrant flow, water crisis, and church involvement in combating drug crime

Latest StoriesMexico Nationalizes Salt Producer ESSA, Buys Mitsubishi Shares (UPSTRACT.COM)Mexico president’s son, presidential candidate denounce leak of phone numbers, say threats received (APNEWS.COM)Arizona sector becomes No. 1 hotspot for migrant crossings, despite border walls and treacherous terrain (CBSNEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Nigeria is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Nigeria is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Tightening cryptocurrency controls disrupting exchange access, high court judgment on journalist safety, regional concerns over military juntas

Latest Stories‘Do not be solely dependent on oil; develop other sectors to avoid oil curse’ – Nigerian businessman (KAIETEURNEWSONLINE.COM)U.S. struggles for influence in West Africa as military juntas rise (WASHINGTONPOST.COM)Nigeria blocks crypto exchanges (RT.COM)

Baseline stability rating: North Korea is Critically Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in North Korea is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing international concern over Russia-North Korea military cooperation, US deployment of USS Missouri, and shift in North Korea's unification policy causing uncertainty

Latest StoriesN. Korea has sent more than 10,000 containers of munitions, materials to Russia since Sept.: State Dept. (YNA.CO.KR)(2nd LD) N. Korea has sent more than 10,000 containers of munitions, materials to Russia since Sept.: State Dept. (YNA.CO.KR)US unveils new major sanctions package for Russia's war against Ukraine, Navalny's death (KOREAHERALD.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Pakistan is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Pakistan is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing tensions with India over water flow, protests against Supreme Court rulings, political instability, and IMF loan negotiations

Latest StoriesPakistan: Imran Khan’s PTI Changes Candidate For Punjab Chief Minister (INDIA.COM)PML-N clinches speaker, deputy slots in Punjab PA (DAWN.COM)Oath-taking of KP and Balochistan PAs on Feb 28 (DAWN.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Panama is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Panama is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Pre-trial clampdown on former chief, arrest order for ex-president, and concerns over Russia's 'ghost fleet' bypassing oil sanctions

Latest StoriesFears over Russia’s ‘ghost fleet’ by passing oil sanctions (MALAYMAIL.COM)Former Panama Border Chief: UN Is Behind The Chaos At U.S (UPSTRACT.COM)Pre-Trial Clampdown on Former Panama Chief Martinelli (RIOTIMESONLINE.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Poland is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Poland is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Approval of morning-after pill, EU fund talks, farmer protests, Ukraine war anniversary

Latest StoriesPoland wants allies to ‘remain engaged’ in Ukraine war: Canadian ambassador (680NEWS.COM)Poland is trying to restore the rule of law without violating it (UPSTRACT.COM)Poland wants allies to 'remain engaged' in Ukraine war: Canadian ambassador (CP24.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Russia is experiencing Weak stability

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Russia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased international sanctions, conservative group raid, ongoing conflict with Ukraine, and threats to political opposition in Russia

Latest StoriesUS Promises New Sanctions on Iran for Its Support of Russia’s War in Ukraine, Potential Missile Sale – The Yeshiva World (THEYESHIVAWORLD.COM)Biden Issues New Sanctions Against Russia (DRUDGE.COM)Russia’s former leader threatens West with ‘revenge’ (RT.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Senegal is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Senegal is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Political tension over election date, opposition rejection of talks, and protests

Latest StoriesHundreds protest in Senegal demanding new election date (MALAYMAIL.COM)Hundreds Protest In Senegal Demanding New Election Date (IBTIMES.COM)Hundreds protest in Senegal demanding new election date (CITIZEN.CO.ZA)

Baseline stability rating: Serbia is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Serbia is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased tensions due to derogatory remarks about Serbian president

Latest StoriesWestern leaders rally around Kyiv to mark 2 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion (BUSINESSMIRROR.COM.PH)Serbia protests after a Croatian official calls its president a Russian stooge (ABCNEWS.GO.COM)Serbia protests after a Croatian official calls its president a Russian stooge (WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: South Africa is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in South Africa is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Ruling party election rally road crash, Election season kickoff, Digital payment reform, High-profile extradition orders

Latest StoriesExports Venturing Into Uncharted Territories Of Africa, Central Asia, European Regions: Commerce Ministry (BLOOMBERGQUINT.COM)Bus Crash killed 9 African National Congress Supporters in South Africa (TIMESOFINDIA.INDIATIMES.COM)9 dead in road crash in South Africa after attending a ruling party election rally (ABCNEWS.GO.COM)

Baseline stability rating: South Korea is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in South Korea is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Severe health crisis level due to doctor walkouts, Joint air drills with US, N. Korea's potential vice FM post for S. Korea affairs, Concerns over N. Korea-Russia military cooperation

Latest StoriesS. Korea to increase number of flights to Mongolia amid rising demand (YNA.CO.KR)Terra’s Do Kwon’s potential extradition to US delayed after court ruling (UPSTRACT.COM)FM meets with S. Korean businesspeople in New York (YNA.CO.KR)

Baseline stability rating: Spain is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Spain is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Multiple fatal apartment fires, significant investment in AI, high-profile murder, birth rate decline, large fines for Booking.com, and agricultural protests

Latest StoriesTractor protests threaten to drive the EU's green farming policies into a ditch (STARTRIBUNE.COM)Tractor protests threaten to drive the EU's green farming policies into a ditch (ABCNEWS.GO.COM)Tractor protests threaten to drive the EU’s green farming policies into a ditch (APNEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Sudan is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Sudan is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Wave of abductions, UN report on human rights abuses, potential war crimes, and economic impact of conflict

Latest StoriesEconomy Another Victim Of War In Impoverished Sudan (IBTIMES.COM)Rape and sexual violence in Sudan's ongoing conflict may amount to war crimes, a new UN report says (UPSTRACT.COM)Canada opens new PR pathway for families impacted by the conflict in Sudan (CICNEWS.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Sweden is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Sweden is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Growing concerns over criminal gang activity, international defense deals, and security incidents

Latest StoriesAnti-Islam activist burns Quran in Swedish demonstration (JPOST.COM)Hungary Buys Swedish Jets, Prepares to Approve Sweden's NATO Bid (VOANEWS.COM)Hungary buys Swedish fighter jets as it finally prepares to approve its NATO bid – Ya Libnan (YALIBNAN.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Switzerland is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Switzerland is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Shortage of rabies vaccine, Credit Suisse inquiry, Ukraine peace conference, Solidarity gatherings for Ukraine

Latest StoriesShoukry to attend high-level meetings of HRC, Conference on Disarmament in Geneva (DAILYNEWSEGYPT.COM)Thousands gather in Swiss cities in solidarity with Ukraine (SWISSINFO.CH)Ukraine floats possibility of inviting Russia to peace summit By Reuters (INVESTING.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Syria is Critically Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Syria is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Court ruling on UK woman who joined ISIS, military exercises, civilian casualties, regional tensions

Latest StoriesIsrael airstrike kills two Hezbollah terrorists in Syria - report (JPOST.COM)2 Hezbollah Terrorists Killed in Israeli Air Raid on Syria-Lebanon Border (JEWISHPRESS.COM)Syria armed forces down seven drones around Hama, Idlib - state media (JPOST.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Taiwan is Highly Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Taiwan is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased US-Taiwan interactions, Chinese pressure, earthquake, TSMC expansion, and military activities near Kinmen

Latest StoriesCongressman presses Elon Musk to provide SpaceX satellite services for US defense forces in Taiwan, report says (UPSTRACT.COM)Japan kicks in another $4.8 billion for TSMC plant, calls cutting-edge chips ‘extremely essential for the future of industries’ (UPSTRACT.COM)China says it has conducted patrols in waters near Kinmen (JPOST.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Thailand is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Thailand is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Increased accidents involving tourists, implementation shortcomings in anti-torture laws, cash requirement for visitors, and regional instability spurring migration concerns

Latest StoriesMedicines of five companies found spurious (DAWN.COM)Excessive PM2.5 in 26 provinces, 258 hotspots in Thailand today (THAIPBSWORLD.COM)Thai immigration will check If you brought THB 15000 or USD 419 cash before allowing entry into Thailand (FORUMS.HARDWAREZONE.COM.SG)

Baseline stability rating: Turkey is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Turkey is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: ISKP attacks, detainment of lawyer, refugee expulsion threat, and detainment of Afghans

Latest StoriesGazprom delivering 42 mln cubic meters of gas to Europe through Ukraine via Sudzha (TASS.COM)Bangladesh, Turkey to work together to combat disinformation: Arafat (THEDAILYSTAR.NET)An unholy pact: the Hamas-affiliated Turkish organization collaborating with Ra’am (JPOST.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Ukraine is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Ukraine is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Escalating military support from the US, NATO, and other allies, growing desperation in the conflict, and ongoing international solidarity rallies

Latest StoriesPortlanders join ‘Believe in Ukraine’ worldwide rally (KOIN.COM)Ukraine signs security deals with Italy and Canada (RT.COM)People gather at Seattle Center to call for more aid for Ukraine (KING5.COM)

Baseline stability rating: United States is Stable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in United States is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Protests over racial injustice, political tensions, and COVID-19 impact

Latest Stories No recent news updates

Baseline stability rating: Venezuela is Critically Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Venezuela is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Legal action against Maduro, collapse of gold mine, concerns over US oil sanctions, criminal migrant issues, and international visits

Latest StoriesVenezuela, Turkey expand cooperation — Venezuelan foreign minister (TASS.COM)Govt. crafting law for transportation of oil to shield country from liability (KAIETEURNEWSONLINE.COM)US sanctions on Venezuela threaten to disrupt India’s crude oil imports (THEHINDUBUSINESSLINE.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Yemen is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Yemen is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Intensified US and UK airstrikes, Houthi threats of Red Sea attacks, and international concerns over maritime security

Latest StoriesThe U.S. and Britain carry out strikes on 18 Houthi targets in Yemen (NPR.ORG)US, UK forces strike Houthi targets in Yemen in fresh wave of attacks (INDIATODAY.INTODAY.IN)US, UK, with support of other countries, strike 18 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen (ECONOMICTIMES.INDIATIMES.COM)

Baseline stability rating: Zimbabwe is Unstable

Based on current events, it is assessed that the situation in Zimbabwe is more turbulent than usual

Recent events contributing to this evaluation include: Political tensions over election inquiry, opposition turmoil, and security concerns for missing tourist

Latest StoriesZimbabwe suffers US$6,8 billion trade gap (THEZIMBABWEMAIL.COM)Zimbabwe govt’s proposed new currency reforms doomed (THEZIMBABWEMAIL.COM)

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~Andrew