The Daily Brief

The Geopolitics of Water: India's Groundwater Crisis

Depleted groundwater reserves threaten India's agriculture, energy and manufacturing sectors, potentially sparking unrest and inter-state disputes in the absence of a coordinated national policy.

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U.S. Naval Update Map: Nov. 21, 2024

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

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The Growing Prospect of a Cease-Fire in Ukraine

Trump's victory has accelerated the timeline for an end to the war, though it also appears likely a cease-fire will happen on Russia's terms and may not lead to sustainable peace.

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OTHER TOPICS WE'RE TRACKING

• U.S., Philippines: Alliance Deepens in Last Months of Biden Administration

• Cambodia, China: Funding for Funan Techo Canal in Doubt

• Brazil: Bolsonaro Indicted Over Alleged Involvement in Coup Attempt

• Russia, Ukraine: Russia Strikes Ukrainian City Using New Missile

• Russia, U.S.: Washington Sanctions Gazprombank and Subsidiaries

• Mexico: Chamber of Deputies Approve the Elimination of Independent Bodies

• Colombia: Rebel Group Segunda Marquetalia Splits, With Larger Faction To Continue Peace Talks

• Israel: ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant

• Egypt: Government Begins Partial Initial Public Offering of State-Owned United Bank

• Mali: Junta Replaces Civilian Prime Minister With General