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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

8 December 2024 | A summary of recent events in Syria 08.12.2024

In this special weekend brief, we will review the events that occurred in Syria over the past week and discuss their potential implications for the future. 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 critica...

6 December 2024 | Romanian election annulled, and Macron vows to stay in office 06.12.2024

In today's update, we will cover the EU's investigation into TikTok following its unexpected victory in the Romanian election. Additionally, Romania's top court has annulled the presidential election results, while France's Macron has vowed to remain in office after his Prime Minister steps down. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by...

5 December 2024 | Leaders detained in Georgia, Russian ship shot flare at Helicopter, Macrons government collapses 05.12.2024

In today's update, we will cover the following topics: the opposition claims a leader was beaten and detained in Georgia, a Russian ship reportedly shot a flare at a German helicopter, and lawmakers have toppled the pro-Macron minority government. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most sig...

4 December 2024 | Battle for Hama begins, Sikh leader almost shot, and FBI arrest Russian agent 04.12.2024

In today's update, we will cover the Syrian army's counteroffensive in Hama, the apprehension of an assailant after a failed shooting of a Sikh leader in India, and the arrest of a Russian woman in the U.S. for alleged ties to Russian intelligence. 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...

3 December 2024 | South Korea decalres martial law, ICC critises the US, and fiber cables cut in Finland 03.12.2024

In today's update, we will cover South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law, the ICC chief's criticism of the US and Russia over their threats, and an outage reported after a fiber optic cable was damaged in Finland. 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...

2 December 2024 | SMG's to support Assad, ICJ's to clarify law on climate change, and Biden pardons his son 02.12.2024

In today's update, we will cover how Iraqi militias provide support to Assad, the ICJ's hearings on clarifying climate change obligations, and Joe Biden's pardon of his son Hunter regarding criminal charges. 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 wo...

29 November 2024 | Ireland goes to the polls, Romania recounts election, and Georgia suspends EU bid 29.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Ireland's snap general election, Romania's order for an election recount after a surprising far-right victory, and the thousands protesting after the Georgian Prime Minister suspends the EU entry bid. 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 event...

28 November 2024 | Ceasefire broken in Lebanon, Australia bans kids from social media and China suspends top official 28.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Israel's fire on southern Lebanon, the claim of a breached ceasefire, Australia's approval of a ban on social media for those under 16, and China's suspension of top military official Miao amid corruption probes. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most signi...

27 November 2024 | Lebanese ceasefire begins, ICC issue warrant for Myanmar leader, EU Lawmakers approved 27.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover thousands of Lebanese returning home as the ceasefire takes hold, the ICC prosecutor seeks an arrest warrant for the junta chief in Myanmar, and EU lawmakers have greenlighted von der Leyen's top team. 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...

26 November 2024 | Brit captured by Russia, UK not sending troops to Ukraine, and drones over UK airbases 26.11.2024

Today's update covers a British man captured while fighting for Ukraine, the UK government not considering sending troops to Ukraine, and unidentified drones seen over UK airbases. 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 cl...

25 November 2024 | Right wing win in Romania, DHL plane crashes, and Chinese balloon over Taiwan 25.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Romania's right-wing runoff after the Prime Minister was eliminated, DHL cargo plane crashes near Vilnius airport in Lithuania, and China flew a balloon close to Taiwan, according to Taipei. 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 E...

22 November 2024 | Explosion near US Embassy in London, Xi Jinping visits Morocco, and North Korea gets anti-air missiles 22.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover the police conduct a controlled explosion near the US Embassy in London, Xi Jinping visits Morocco and meets the crown prince, and Russia has reportedly supplied anti-air missiles 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 acr...

21 November 2024 | Russia fires ICBM, Mali PM sacked by Junta, and Google must sell Chrome 21.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Russia's accusation of firing an intercontinental missile at Ukraine, the Mali junta chief's decision to sack the Prime Minister over rare public criticism, and U.S. regulators stating that Google must divest Chrome to end its monopoly. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel dist...

20 November 2024 | Ugandan opposition figure kidnapped, Russia arrests a German citizen, and Greece hold 24-hour strike 20.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover the kidnapping and jailing of a prominent Ugandan opposition figure, Russia's arrest of a German citizen on sabotage charges, and Greece's 24-hour general strike over the rising cost of living. 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...

19 November 2024 | Ukraine can strike Russia, Georgia protests ended, and German cable sabotaged 19.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover: Washington allows Ukraine to conduct long-range strikes, Georgia's police break up an election protest camp, and Germany suspects sabotage after damage to a Baltic Sea data cable. 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...

18 November 2024 | China deepens ties with Brazil, North Korea prepares for war, and EU framers protest 18.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover China's Xi vowing to deepen ties with Brazil ahead of the G20 summit, North Korea's Kim urging the military to prepare for war, and French farmers protesting the EU-Mercosur trade 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...

15 November 2024 | Elections in Sri Lanka, Germany puts terrorists on trial and riots in Russian-occupied areas of Georgia 15.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover President Dissanayake's coalition victories, a major German trial opening regarding an alleged Islamist plot to attack Sweden, and protests in Georgia's Russian-occupied Abkhazia against a controversial investment deal with Russia. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils t...

14 November 2024 | Ukraine claims bombing, Security tight in Paris and IAEA visits Iran 14.11.2024

In today's update, we will discuss Ukraine's claims of a Crimea attack that killed a Russian naval officer, the tight security in Paris for the Israel-France football match, and the UN nuclear chief's push for results on his trip to Iran. 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...

13 November 2024 | VW and Rivian announce JV, Pentagon leaker sentenced, and US bans flights to Haiti 13.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover the joint electric car venture between Germany's VW and Rivian, Jack Teixeira, the Pentagon leaker, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, and the US has banned flights to Haiti after an airliner was hit by gunfire. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most...

12 November 2024 | Germany calls elections, Riots in Amsterdam, and Russia gets another defence partner 12.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover the upcoming snap elections in Germany, the Dutch tram that was set on fire during unrest in Amsterdam, and North Korea's ratification of a defense treaty with 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 in...

11 November 2024 | An update on the situation in Ukraine 11.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Ukrainian forces face mounting challenges as Russian troops attempt to reclaim areas in the Kursk region, where Ukraine recently took control of several villages. Additionally, Russia claims to have captured the eastern Ukrainian village of Vovchenko near the contested industrial hub of Kurakhove, though Ukraine has not confirmed this loss amidst reports of signifi...

8 November 2024 | Israel sends rescue planes, Europe increase defence, and Putin and Trump to talk 08.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Israel sending 'rescue planes' to Amsterdam after recent clashes. Europe is increasing defense spending but lacks sufficient troops, and both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump are ready to talk. 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...

7 November 2024 | Sweden jails activist, Netflix offices raided, and Germany's government collapses 07.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover the jailing of a Swedish activist who burned the Quran for inciting hatred, the raid of Netflix offices in a French and Dutch tax probe, and the collapse of Germany's governing coalition. 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 Euro...

6 November 2024 | Netanyahu sacks Gallant, Ukraine clashes with North Korea, and opium up in Afghanistan 06.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant, Ukraine's report of its first clash with North Korean troops, and the increase of opium production in Afghanistan despite the ban. 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...

5 November 2024 | Two Chinese nationals shot in Karachi, militants arrested in Germany and German-Iranian dies before execution. 05.11.2024

In today's update, we will cover two Chinese nationals who were shot in Karachi, eight suspected right-wing militants arrested in Germany, and Tehran's statement regarding a German-Iranian who died before execution. 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 an...

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