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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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Jul 10, 2026

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22 October 2025 | Putin-Trump summit off, Dutch stand off with China, and protests in Ireland 22.10.2025

Today, we will discuss the Putin-Trump summit being on hold after Russia rejects a ceasefire, Dutch efforts to find a solution to the stand-off with China over chipmaker Nexperia, and anti-immigrant protesters who burn a police van in Dublin following an attack on a young girl. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Da...

21 October 2025 | Rare earth supply chain issues, Zelensky calls meeting a success and Aus-US agreements 21.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Goldman Sachs' warning about the risk of disruption in the supply of rare earth minerals. Zelensky characterizes his meeting with Trump as a success, while Trump and Australia's Albanese sign a critical minerals agreement to counter China. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the...

20 October 2025 | Russian gas plant attacked, Bosnia's new interim president, and robbery at the Louvre 20.10.2025

Today, we will discuss a giant Russian gas plant suspending intake from Kazakhstan after a Ukrainian drone strike, Bosnia's Serb Republic appointing an interim president, and jewellery stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris. 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...

17 October 2025 | India to stop buying Russian oil, Trump and Putin to meet, and MI5 chief frustrated 17.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Trump says India will cease buying Russian oil, Trump states he will meet with Putin in Budapest to discuss the war in Ukraine, and MI5 chief is frustrated by the collapse of the UK China spying case. 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...

16 October 2025 | CIA in Venezuela, Thai-Cambodia clashes update, and Pakistan-Afghan ceasefire 16.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Trump authorising CIA operations in Venezuela, landmines that sparked the Thai-Cambodian clash were likely newly laid, experts say, and Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to a temporary truce after recent fighting. 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...

15 October 2025 | DRC M23 peace agreement, US News outlets push back, and an Afghan man jailed in the UK 15.10.2025

Today, we will discuss the DR Congo and M23 agree on a mechanism to monitor the ceasefire, major US news outlets reject Pentagon's new press rules, and an Afghan man jailed for threatening to kill Reform UK leader Farage in a TikTok video. 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...

14 October 2025 | War in Gaza, Zelenskyy to meet Trump, and Iranian execution spree 14.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Trump declares the end of the Gaza war as the last Israeli hostages are swapped for Palestinian detainees, Zelenskyy to meet Trump in DC on Friday, and an Iranian execution spree as part of a political crackdown. 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 eve...

13 October 2025 | Trump talks Tomahawks, US helps Ukraine targeting, and Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes 13.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Trump says he may tell Putin he may send Tomahawks to Ukraine if war not settled, US intelligence helps Ukraine target Russian energy infrastructure, and dozens killed in Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes. 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...

10 October 2025 | Belgium PM attack foiled, Trumps talks NATO, and Noble Peace Prize 10.10.2025

Today, we will discuss a foiled plot to attack Belgium's Prime Minister, Trump's suggestion to drop Spain from the NATO alliance, and the Kremlin's support for Trump to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. 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...

9 October 2025 | Political violence in Ecuador, Politics in France, and UK attacker claims IS links 09.10.2025

Today, we will discuss an alleged assassination attempt on Ecuador's Noboa, exposing growing rural unrest, France's Macron will appoint a new prime minister in the next 48 hours, and a UK synagogue attacker claimed allegiance to Islamic State in a call to police. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils th...

8 October 2025 | Putin statement on Ukraine, Frances' political issues, and Chinese spies in the UK 08.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Putin's statement that Russia has captured nearly 5,000 square km in Ukraine this year, France's Macron pressed to end the political 'mess', and British prosecutors say they did 'everything possible' to bring the China spy trial to court. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the...

7 October 2025 | US Shutdown continues, Russia behind drones, and Trump ends talks with Venezuela 07.10.2025

Today, we will discuss the US in shutdown impasse as the Senate again rejects the funding bill, Russia is likely the culprit behind most drones, says Merz, and Trump calls off diplomatic outreach to Venezuela, US official says. 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...

6 October 2025 | Putin upset with US, China provides intelligence to Russia, Ukraine hits oil refineries 06.10.2025

Today, we will discuss Putin says Tomahawk supply to Ukraine would damage US relations, China providing intelligence to Russia on Ukrainian targets says Ukrainian intelligence, and Ukraine confirms a drone strike on one of Russia's largest and most modern oil refineries near St. Petersburg. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Int...

3 October 2025 | Poland on guard, Conflict with the West, and Switzerland arms exports 03.10.2025

Today, we will discuss a Russian boat that was seen near the Polish gas pipeline, as reported by the border guard. Russia has stated that the current situation is not reminiscent of the Cold War; instead, it is a 'fiery' conflict with the West. Additionally, the Swiss defence minister has urged a revision of the arms export law, emphasising that trust is at stake. Dive into the complexities of glo...

2 October 2025 | G7 on Russian gas, US to provide targeting data, and AI actress revealed 02.10.2025

Today, we will discuss the G7 nations' commitment to target those who continue to increase their Russian oil purchases. The US will provide Ukraine with intelligence on long-range energy targets in Russia. Additionally, the Hollywood performers' union has condemned the AI-generated 'actress' Tilly Norwood. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday p...

1 October 2025 | US generals meet, US Gov Shutdown, and UNSC in Haiti 01.10.2025

Today we will discuss Trump tells generals US faces 'war from within', US federal government shuts down, and UNSC votes to bolster forces to fight gangs in Haiti.  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...

30 September 2025 | Moroccan protests, Putin talks Ukraine, and Chinese women admits crime 30.09.2025

Today we will discuss the Moroccan police detaining dozens during Gen Z protests, Putin claiming that Russia is prevailing in a 'righteous battle' in Ukraine, and a Chinese woman admitting to UK bitcoin laundering charges on the first day of her trial. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's mos...

29 September 2025 | Moldovan elections, bots on TikTok, and German satellites tracked by Russia 29.09.2025

Today, we will discuss the victory of the pro-EU party in the Moldovan election, the rise of anonymous TikTok accounts supporting radical parties ahead of the Czech vote, and Germany's claim that Russian satellites are tracking military activities. 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...

26 September 2025 | US summons generals, TikTok sale, and Turkey buying oil 26.09.2025

Today, we will discuss the Pentagon chief Hegseth summoning generals for a rare meeting, Trump signing an order to facilitate the sale of TikTok to US buyers, and Trump urging Turkey's Erdogan to stop purchasing Russian oil. 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...

25 September 2025 | Ukraine & Syria talk, UK arrested hacker, and Rubio talks with Lavrov 25.09.2025

Today, we will discuss Ukraine's restoration of diplomatic ties with Syria, a man arrested in the U.K. for an alleged cyberattack that affected European airports, and Rubio's meeting with Russia's Lavrov following Trump's shift in stance on Russia and Ukraine. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the d...

24 September 2025 | Trumps talks Ukraine, Grenade in Norway, and TikTok in Canada 24.09.2025

Today, we will discuss how Trump believes Ukraine can regain the territory lost to Russia, the investigation by Norway police into an explosion in central Oslo, and TikTok's collection of sensitive data on Canadian children. 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...

23 September 2025 | Copenhagen Airport reopens, ICC withdrawals, and Trump goes after Antifa 23.09.2025

Today, we will discuss the reopening of Copenhagen Airport after its closure due to drones, and the withdrawal from the ICC announced by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. Additionally, Trump has labeled Antifa a 'domestic terrorist organization.' Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "The Intel Briefing," a solo weekday podcast by HM Intelligence. Daniel distils the day's most signifi...

22 September 2025 | AfD support grows, Protests in the Philippines, and football fights 22.09.2025

Today, we will discuss the AfD topping the polls with the highest support ever, protests erupting in the Philippines over flood control fraud, and 400 Dortmund football fans brawling in an organized fight. 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 worl...

19 September 2025 | Russian spies caught, UK free speech, and Taiwan's defence 19.09.2025

Today, we will discuss three individuals in the UK who were arrested on suspicion of assisting Russian spy services. Additionally, UK's Starmer has stated that while free speech must be protected, there are limits to it. Lastly, Taiwan's significant increase in defence spending is attracting more foreign firms to its largest arms exhibition. Dive into the complexities of global geopolitics with "T...

18 September 2025 | Ukraine War Update (Sept 10–17, 2025) 18.09.2025

Today, we will discuss this week’s update on the Ukraine War, covering the period from 10th to 17th September. During this time, Russia has launched costly offensives while Ukraine has conducted strikes deep into Crimea and Russian territory. We will break down the frontline battles, long-range attacks, and political shifts that are shaping the next phase of the conflict. Dive into the complexitie...

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