by The BlackSummit Team | Mar 19, 2025 | Crossroads
Middle East/North Africa Syria’s government reached a deal with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to integrate the group into the national army, recognizing Kurdish rights and placing the north-east region under government control for the first time since...
by The BlackSummit Team | Mar 18, 2025 | Crossroads
North America The S&P 500 officially entered a correction after plunging 10% in just 16 days, marking the seventh-fastest decline since 1929, with similar rapid selloffs occurring under President Trump in 2018 and 2020. Last week the index fell again, extending a...
by The BlackSummit Team | Feb 19, 2025 | Crossroads
Middle East/North Africa In early February, US President Donald Trump proposed that the US should take control of Gaza, remove its 2.3 million residents, and relocate them to Egypt and Jordan, in order to “redevelop” Gaza. His plan was widely condemned and a violation...
by The BlackSummit Team | Feb 18, 2025 | Crossroads
North America Since taking office on January 20th, US President Donald Trump has issued over 50 executive orders, more than any president since Harry Truman in his first 100 days. These executive actions cover a wide range of topics, including environmental...
by The BlackSummit Team | Jan 21, 2025 | Crossroads
At the Intersection of Geopolitics and Geoeconomics Middle East/North Africa On January 19th, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began with the release of three Israeli hostages as part of a deal facilitated by international mediators. The first phase of the...
by The BlackSummit Team | Jan 21, 2025 | Crossroads
At the Intersection of Geopolitics and Geoeconomics North America Yesterday, during his second inaugural address, President Donald Trump announced plans to sign a series of executive orders to launch “the complete restoration of America.” He...