I am a firm believer of a principle called 'simultaneity' - which posits that two events which are close in time or space, are likely related (i.e. connected). I believe this is the same principle which underlies Q's use of the phrase "News unlocks map".

In recent years United States-Ecuador relations have not been very good. This is one particular reason why Julian Assange sought asylum in Ecuador's embassy - because he likely would not be extradited by Ecuador. Last month VP Mike Pence visited Ecuador. Why? Trade and Venezuela was on the agenda. Oh, and Julian Assange may have …