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The Intel Brief

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Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Each episode, our expert analysts distil the day’s most significant events across Europe and the world into clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead — with "The Intel Briefing."

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Daniel // HM Intelligence

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

14 August 2025 | Serbian police crackdown, Trump on spaceflight and censorship in Europe 14.08.2025

Today, we will discuss how Serbia's police intervened to end a standoff between supporters of the ruling party and anti-government protesters. Additionally, Trump signed an order to ease regulations on commercial spaceflight, while Germany rejected US claims of censorship in its human rights report. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast...

13 August 2025 | UK Online Safety Act, Goldman Sachs upsets trump, and Trouble in the Congo 13.08.2025

Today, we will discuss the Wikipedia operator losing a court challenge to the UK Online Safety Act regulations, Trump rebuking Goldman's Solomon over the bank's tariff research, and the Congo army and rebels trading blame over clashes and troop buildup. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's mo...

12 August 2025 | Finland charges ship captain, trouble in Moldova, and Trump extends tariff pause 12.08.2025

Today, we will discuss Finland's charges against the Eagle S tanker captain and officers regarding cable cuts, a fugitive Moldovan tycoon offering $3,000 a month to anti-government protesters, and the extension of the tariff pause between Trump and China for another 90 days. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Danie...

11 August 2025 | Iran not happy with Trump's deal, arrests in the UK, and Trump-Putin meeting 11.08.2025

Today, we will discuss Iran's threats to the planned Trump corridor as envisioned by the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal, police arrested 474 individuals during the Palestine Action ban protest, and the EU and NATO chiefs expressed support for Ukraine ahead of the Trump-Putin summit. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence...

8 August 2025 | Bounty on Maduro, US opens detention centres, and Japan's population drops 08.08.2025

Today, we will discuss the U.S. doubling its bounty on Venezuela's Maduro to $50 million, the U.S. setting up a migrant detention centre at a Texas military base, and Japan experiencing a record drop in population in 2024. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Eu...

7 August 2025 | Moldovan minister sentenced, Trump to meet Putin, and Italy to build a bridge 07.08.2025

Today, we will discuss a Moldovan pro-Russian politician sentenced to jail, Trump's comments on a 'good chance' of a Putin meeting 'very soon', and Italy's approval of a controversial bridge connecting Sicily to the mainland. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across...

6 August 2025 | Chinese espionage trial, Rwanda migrant deal, and Lebanon want to disarm Hezbollah 06.08.2025

Today, we will discuss the opening of the AfD-linked China espionage trial in Dresden, Rwanda's agreement to accept migrant deportees from the US, and Lebanon's desire for a plan to disarm Hezbollah by the end of the year. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Eu...

5 August 2025 | US tourism, Australia to buy new warships, and UK-France migrant deal 05.08.2025

Today, we will discuss the US requiring bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourists, Australia purchasing 11 advanced warships from Japan, and the UK and France ratifying a 'one in, one out' migrant returns deal. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the...

4 August 2025 | Switzerland's tariffs, Russian oil in India, and Germany's use of Palantir 04.08.2025

Today, we will discuss how Switzerland may revise its offer on Trump tariffs, a business minister said. A top Trump aide has accused India of financing Russia's war in Ukraine. Additionally, German police are expanding their use of Palantir surveillance software. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils th...

1 August 2025 | Cambodian POWs, Ukrainian corruption, and Iranian intelligence threats 01.08.2025

Today, we will discuss Cambodia's call for Thailand to release detained soldiers, Zelenskiy’s efforts to defuse the crisis and restore the power of anti-corruption agencies, and the condemnation from the UK, US, France, and 11 other nations regarding Iranian intelligence threats. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence....

31 July 2025 | Ukrainian officer arrested, US tariffs for India and South Korea 31.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the arrest of a Ukrainian air force officer for spying on Western-supplied fighter jets. Additionally, President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on India and has reached a tariff agreement with South Korea as the deadline approaches. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the da...

30 July 2025 | Ukrainian recruitment, tsunami warning in Pacific, and Trumps possible sanctions 30.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the following topics: Zelenskyy has signed a law allowing citizens over the age of 60 to join the military during wartime; tsunami warnings have been issued following an earthquake that struck off Russia's east coast; and Trump has stated that Russia will face sanctions in 10 days if it does not take action to end the war in Ukraine. Dive into the complexities of global geop...

29 July 2025 | Thailand, Cambodia ceasefire, and Trump shortens Russian deadline 29.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the second-order effects of the Thailand and Cambodia agreement to an 'unconditional' ceasefire, and Trump says Putin has a 10 to 12-day deadline to reach a deal regarding Ukraine. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the world...

28 July 2025 | EU US trade deal, Thailand Cambodia peace talks, and Russian flights to North Korea 28.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the trade deal between the US and EU to avoid tariffs, Thailand and Cambodia holding peace talks, and Russia's opening of new direct flights to North Korea. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the world in each episode into cle...

25 July 2025 | UK & Aus strengthen relations, ICC convicts 2 CAR rebels, and Trump sues New York 25.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the UK and Australia to strengthen the AUKUS treaty and enhance economic ties. Additionally, the ICC has convicted two individuals for war crimes in the Central African Republic. Furthermore, the Trump administration is suing New York over its 'sanctuary city' policies. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM I...

24 July 2025 | Thailand - Cambodia conflict update 24.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia. At least two civilians reported killed in Cambodian shelling of Thailand as Southeast Asian neighbours clash over long-running border dispute. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the...

23 July 2025 | Protests in Ukraine, Brit guilty of spying, and Russia Bans WhatsApp 23.07.2025

Today, we will discuss Protests Erupt over Bill Limiting Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Agencies, Briton found guilty of volunteering to spy for Russia, and Russia passes law punishing searches for 'extremist' content. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and...

22 July 2025 | German deportations, North Korean navy ship, and US to deport people 22.07.2025

Today, we will discuss Germany's decision to allow Taliban envoys to facilitate deportations, North Korea's announcement of plans to build a third naval destroyer, and the US's plan to deport permanent residents due to their links to Haitian gangs. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most si...

21 July 2025 | Putin open to peace, Japan's election results, and Azerbaijan upset with Russia 21.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the Kremlin says Putin is ready to discuss peace in Ukraine but wants to achieve goals, Japan's Ishiba vows to stay on after election defeat, and Azerbaijan's leader says he wants Russia to admit it accidentally shot down a passenger plane, killing 38. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Danie...

18 July 2025 | US cuts aid, Trump talks Epstein and Slovakia to stop blocking EU sanctions 18.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the US Congress approves $9bn cuts to foreign aid, public media, Trump requests release of documents related to the Epstein case, and Slovakia to stop blocking new EU sanctions on Russia. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the...

17 July 2025 | Istanbul Mayor jailed, Trump goes after California, and Ukraine's PM resigns 17.07.2025

Today, we will discuss Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu, who was hit with a jail term, Trump revoking funds for California's high-speed rail, and the Ukrainian parliament backing PM Shmyhal's resignation. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the world in each...

16 July 2025 | Conflict in Southern Syria update 16.07.2025

Today, we will discuss Dozens of people, including Bedouin, Druze and Syrian forces, have been killed and hundreds wounded in clashes between Sunni Bedouin tribal fighters and Druze militias around Suweida in southern Syria—sparked by the abduction of a Druze merchant and fueled by deepening sectarian tensions—despite deployment of security forces to restore calm. These confrontations mark yet ano...

15 July 2025 | The Hague uploads ruling, Trump threatens Russia and EU US trade deal trouble 15.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the Hague court's decision to uphold the Kosovo war crimes conviction for Shala. Additionally, Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Russia if a deal with Ukraine is not reached. The EU has stated that US trade would be 'almost impossible' if Trump goes ahead with these tariffs. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday po...

14 July 2025 | Patriot missiles for Ukraine, clashes in Syria and French defence spending 14.07.2025

Today, we will discuss the US sending Patriot missiles to Ukraine with the EU covering costs, dozens killed in sectarian clashes in Syria, and Macron announcing plans to boost defence spending for France. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the world...

9 July 2025 | ICC warrants for the Taliban, UK convicts Wagner, and China uses laser on aircraft 09.07.2025

Today, we will discuss, ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders, UK court convicts 3 men of arson attack ordered by Wagner, and Germany says China laser targeted aircraft during EU mission. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significant events across Europe and the world in each...

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