The Daily BriefPublished on EGF: 07.12.2017 Essential ReadingU.S. Naval Update Map: Dec. 7, 2017 — This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups. Europe: The EU Commission Reopens Old Debates About a New Europe — The commission presented its proposals for the future of the European Union, but the plans will be difficult to implement. U.S.: What Trump's Jerusalem Announcement Means for Washington's Middle East Policy — The U.S. president has named Jerusalem the capital of Israel, which could alienate many of its Middle Eastern allies. On SecurityThe Defeat and Survival of the Islamic State — The jihadist movement has redefined itself after numerous losses, its remnants re-emerging each time to wage insurgencies and conduct acts of terrorism.
Global PerspectivesIs Chabahar Port a Game Changer in India-Afghanistan-Central Asia Trade? — Aditi Bhaduri for Stratfor partner The Times of Central Asia writes that the project to develop Iran's port on the Gulf of Oman has the potential to transform trade ties in the region — and with them, international relations. Stratfor GraphicForumsContribute to the conversation. Share your thoughts in our forum section to engage with our analysts, editors and fellow Stratfor Worldview subscribers. The International Olympic Committee announced Dec. 5 that Russian athletes wouldn’t be permitted to compete under their nation's flag at the 2018 games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Instead, Russian athletes will compete under an Olympic flag in uniforms without Russian insignias. The harsh ruling is a result of widespread evidence of Russian doping following the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Thus far, 25 Russian athletes have been stripped of their medals from the 2014 games. The announcement is a stinging blow for many Russians, who view the decision as an attack on their national identity and their country's reputation on the world stage. Many Russian citizens view the ruling as punishment for Russia's alleged Russian meddling worldwide. What do you think about this ruling? Are Russians justified in their anger and accusations of political bias in the International Olympic Committee or is the ruling a fitting punishment? News You May Have MissedFor even more news, visit Stratfor's Situation Reports page.
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