The Intel Brief

Today, we will discuss a quick update on the India Pakistan conflict following significnat escliation over night and then look at what might happen next. 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 clear, concise, and critical...

Today, we will discuss Peru's suspension of gold mining in the north following a massacre, Hegseth's order for a 20% reduction in the number of top Pentagon officers, and the resignation of the Romanian prime minister as Simion pursues the presidency. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most...

Today, we will discuss that hard-right politician George Simion has won the first round in Romania. Additionally, Zelenskyy states that a ceasefire with Russia is 'possible' at any moment, especially with increased pressure on Moscow. Lastly, the US criticizes Germany for labeling the AfD as 'extremist.' Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday pod...

Today, we will discuss Trump cutting funding to U.S. public broadcasters NPR and PBS, China's request for 'sincerity' as it evaluates the U.S. tariff offer, and Nigerian state leaders demanding action against Islamist attacks. 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 acros...

Today, we will discuss the investment deal between the US and Ukraine for natural resources, Israel's strikes on a Syrian extremist group threatening the Druze, and the tragic shooting of a lawmaker in Nairobi. 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...

Today, we will discuss Pakistan's accusation of India planning a 'military strike' soon, North Korea test-firing missiles from a new warship, and the arrest of a former AfD aide on suspicion of espionage. 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...

Today, we will discuss World court examines Israel's ban on UNRWA, Power begins to return after huge outage hits Spain and Portugal, and India, Pakistan trade gunfire as tensions rise. 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 int...

Today, we will discuss North Korea's confirmation of sending troops to aid Russia, the incident in Vancouver where 11 people were killed after a car drove into a crowd at a festival, and Russia's openness to talks with Ukraine following the 'liberation' of Kursk. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils th...

Today, we will discuss Britain's much larger budget deficit for 2024/25 than expected, reports indicate that Chinese spies are 'bugging London's pubs and park benches,' according to security sources, and Trump’s “final offer” demands that Ukraine accept Russian occupation. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel...

Today, we will discuss several important topics: Russia's involvement in facilitating human trafficking and smuggling operations from Libya to the European Union; an increase in hybrid attacks by Russia against Europe, according to Dutch intelligence; and the strengthening of military ties between Britain and New Zealand as their leaders meet. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with...

Today, we will discuss Trump's hopes for a deal this week on Ukraine. Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in a second Signal chat, and Israel's military found 'professional failures' in the killings of Gaza medics. 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 even...

Today, we will discuss NZ’s spy agency investigated RNZ journalist's work, Putin declares 'Easter truce' in Ukraine, and US sees widespread anti-Trump protests. 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 clear, concise, and cr...

Today, we will discuss the German police's investigation into anti-deportation protests, Google's monopolization of online advertising markets according to a US judge, and the influx of applicants for a French program aimed at US scientists. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most significa...

Today, we will discuss Ukraine, Russia, the ongoing peace talks despite challenges, China's halt on the delivery of Boeing jets from the US, and Amnesty International's reopening of its Hong Kong office 'in exile'. 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...

Today, we will discuss China's accusation of a US cyberattack during the Asian Winter Games, an extremist group claiming responsibility for a railway office attack in Greece, and a blast that killed three police officers in Balochistan. 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 ev...

Today, we will discuss Japan's record population decline, Hungary's constitutional changes targeting LGBTQ rights, and Bangladesh's arrest warrant for a UK MP linked to Hasina. 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 clear,...

Today, we will discuss Iran's perspective on diplomacy in US nuclear talks, the threat to peace in the Western Balkans from new military alliances, and Turkey's detention of two investigative journalists. 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...

Today, we will discuss the execution of four Ukrainians by Russian soldiers on video, the US investigation into a possible FBI link to the Capitol riot, and Russia's release of Ksenia Karelina in a prisoner swap with the US. 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...

Today, we will discuss an American academic arrested in Thailand for insulting the monarchy, the US Defense Secretary firing a top military envoy to NATO, and Germany's suspicion of a Russian cyber attack on a research group. 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...

Today, we will discuss the recreation of the long-extinct dire wolf species by US scientists, Trump’s announcement of the US plans for talks with Iran, and the capture of Chinese men fighting for 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 world...

Today, we will discuss Russia's claims of capturing two Ukrainian villages, British MPs returning to London after deportations from Israel, and a far-right rally following Marine Le Pen's conviction. 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 e...

Today, we will discuss China's 34% duties on U.S. goods, Denmark reiterates to the U.S. that it cannot have Greenland, and TikTok's sale comes down to the wire. 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 clear, concise, and cr...

Today, we will discuss the Myanmar Junta's declaration of a truce to facilitate earthquake relief efforts, Netanyahu's defiance of the ICC warrant as he lands in Hungary, and NATO members seeking assurances at the summit. 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 Eur...

Today, we will discuss Greece's announcement of a drastic defence overhaul, ongoing exchanges of fire between India and Pakistan's armies after an incursion attempt, and the US's pursuit of the death penalty for Luigi Mangione. 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 acro...

Today, we will discuss China conducting large-scale military drills around Taiwan, the EU preparing a strong plan to respond to Trump’s tariffs, and Moldova expelling Russian diplomats for assisting a fugitive MP. 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...