Daniel // HM Intelligence

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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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

1 June 2026 | US and Iran trade blows, NZ gets called out, and Violence in Paris 01.06.2026

Today, we will discuss US says it struck Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack, US Defense Chief Labels NZ A ‘Freeloader’, and Two hundred hurt in post-game violence as PSG hails second Champions League title. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most sig...

29 May 2026 | US-Iran ceasefire, Russian drone hits NATO, and AI valuations 29.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval, Romania says Russian drone hit block of flats, injuring two, Anthropic's valuation surges to $965 billion, surpassing OpenAI Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant e...

28 May 2026 | US base targeted, Canada to buy EU planes, and Ukraine war turning point 28.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Iran says US base targeted in retaliation, Canada to buy Swedish surveillance plane over US models, and a senior Ukrainian commander sees an imminent 'turning point' in the war. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across E...

27 May 2026 | Iran calls out US, UK sanctions Russia, and Russia threatens Kyiv 27.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire, UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions, and Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defense sites. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the world into each epis...

26 May 2026 | US strikes Iran, Pope talks AI, and Ebola in Uganda 26.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the US says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, Pope urges 'disarming' of AI in a major manifesto, and Uganda confirms 2 new Ebola cases, DRC infections hit 900. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events acros...

25 May 2026 | US Iran Deal, Oreshnik missile attack, and Turkish police evict leader 25.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the US - Iran Ceasefire Deal, Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in Kyiv attack, and Turkish police evict ousted CHP leaders from party HQ. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the world into each episode&#39...

22 May 2026 | US troops to Poland, possibly military action against Cuba, Turkish politics 22.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the US sending 5,000 additional troops to Poland, Trump hints at action against Cuba amid escalating standoff, and Turkish court ousts opposition leader in a boost to Erdogan. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and...

21 May 2026 | Chinese espionage, Ukrainian EU membership, and Iran's control of the Straits 21.05.2026

Today, we will discuss German authorities' arrest of 2 on China espionage allegations, Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine, and a new 'controlled maritime zone' at the Strait of Hormuz, Iran says. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most sign...

20 May 2026 | NATO down Ukrainian drone, US reduce troop levels, and Vote to limit Trumps powers 20.05.2026

Today, we will discuss NATO planes down a suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia, the US to reduce troops in Europe to 2021 levels, says Pentagon, and the US Senate advances a measure to limit Trump's Iran war powers. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant ev...

19 May 2026 | US attacks on Iran paused, protests in Kenya, and US strikes in Nigeria 19.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Trump says he paused attack on Iran at Gulf leaders' request, Kenya paralyzed by deadly protests, strikes due to fuel cost, and
US-Nigerian strikes kill 20 jihadists in north. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe...

18 May 2026 | Ukraine attacks Moscow, Cuba buys attack drones, and Executions hit a high 18.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Ukrainian drones hit Russia in massive overnight attack,
Cuba buys more than 300 drones from Russia and Iran, and Executions worldwide hit 40-year high, Amnesty says. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the world...

15 May 2026 | Ships pass through Hormuz, Cuban energy issues, and 20 dead in Kyiv 15.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Iran says Chinese ships passed through Hormuz overnight, Cuba's power grid 'critical' as US blocks fuel shipments, and over 20 dead as Russian strikes pound Kyiv. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and t...

14 May 2026 | China talks Taiwan issue, Switzerland considers European weapons, and France probes Israeli firm 14.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Xi tells Trump US, China could 'come into conflict' if the Taiwan issue is mishandled, Switzerland is considering rival air defenses after Washington delays Patriots over Iran war, and France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast...

13 May 2026 | US economic pain, Taliban invited to the EU, and Saudi attacks on Iran 13.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain,
the EU invites Taliban members to discuss Afghan migrant returns, and Saudi Arabia launched covert attacks on Iran as the regional war widened. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills t...

12 May 2026 | UAE attacks Iran, Fighting continues in Ukraine, and a corruption inquiry in Ukraine 12.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the UAE secretly carried out attacks on Iran, Fighting continues in Ukraine despite the announced ceasefire, and 
Zelenskyy's ex-chief of staff named in corruption inquiry. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and...

11 May 2026 | IRGC agents arrested, Trump unhappy with Iran, Putin talks Ukraine war 11.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Bahrain arrests 41 over alleged Revolutionary Guard ties, Trump says Iran proposal to end war 'unacceptable', and Putin says he thinks Ukraine war is 'coming to an end'. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across E...

8 May 2026 | US strikes Iran, EU AI rules, and Low risk from Hantavirus 08.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the US says it struck targets in Iran after an attack on warships, the EU reaches a tentative deal on simpler AI rules, and the WHO assesses public health risk as low from Hantavirus. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Eur...

7 May 2026 | Saudi sport washing, Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, Korean reunification goals 07.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Saudi Arabia withdrawing from sport, Ukraine accuses Russia of breaking a unilateral ceasefire, and North Korea drops reunification goal from constitution. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the world into each...

6 May 2026 | ISIS returnees to Australia, AI workers revolt, Hormuz escort plan paused 06.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Australia says 13 IS-linked citizens to fly back from Syria, Google AI workers demand union recognition over use of technology by military, and Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Hormuz Strait, citing 'great progress' towards deal. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Dani...

5 May 2026 | Russia's 9 May ceasefire, £10 for a pint in London, and Iran's attack on the UAE 05.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Russia's offer to Ukraine of a May 8-9 ceasefire, the cost of a pint hits £10 in London for the first time, and
Tehran neither confirms nor denies attacks on the UAE. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the w...

4 May 2026 | Iran threatens the US, Trump cuts troops in Germany, and Immigration in South Africa 04.05.2026

Today, we will discuss Iran's military warns US forces against entering the Strait of Hormuz, Trump says cutting US troops in Germany 'a lot further,' and Nigeria summons South Africa envoy over xenophobic incidents. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most signifi...

1 May 2026 | UK terror threat level, Iran threatens the US, and UN demands money from US 01.05.2026

Today, we will discuss the UK raises terror threat level following antisemitic attack,
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks, and the UN says money owed by the US is 'non-negotiable.' Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Eur...

30 April 2026 | Crime in the UK, UK parliamentary vote, and Iranian blockade 30.04.2026

Today, we will discuss Organized crime gangs using UK vape and candy shops as fronts,
the UK parliament votes against an inquiry into PM Starmer over Mandelson, and Trump warns the Iran Blockade Could Last Months. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and...

29 April 2026 | Frozen Gulf conflict, UAE leaves OPEC, and Oil jumps over $110 29.04.2026

Today, we will discuss Qatar warns against 'frozen conflict' in Gulf, UAE quits OPEC in shock move amid energy turmoil, and Oil price jumps above $110 amid Hormuz standoff. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and the world in each...

28 April 2026 | US-Iran peace deal, EU-US flight info, Mexican cartel arrest 28.04.2026

Today, we will discuss Trump not happy with the latest Iran proposal to end the war, the EU weighs giving the US data for fewer travel restrictions, and Mexican special forces capture cartel leader. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distills the day's most significant events across Europe and...

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