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The Daily Briefing

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A roundup of the day’s most important news stories from around the world, from TLDR News. But we don’t just tell you what’s happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your global news bulletin every weekday.


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Episodes

Why Macron Floated Sending Troops to Ukraine

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Macron hasn’t totally ruled out sending troops to Ukraine. Also, we discuss the progress towards a Gaza ceasefire; why New Zealand is scrapping the smoking ban; & the centre-left win in Sardinia. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ...

Feb 27, 202410 minEp. 606

Why Hungary has Finally Let Sweden into NATO

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Jack Interviews Mirjana Spoljaric Egger at MSC: https://youtu.be/uhRH8VeM3CA?si=jow8z1JMDBfyvlcn Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Hungary finally approving Sweden’s accession to NATO. Also, we discuss the parliamentary elections in Belarus; thousands of Bolsonaro supporters gathering in Brazil; and a US Air Force member self-immolates. 💬 ...

Feb 26, 202411 minEp. 605

Is Brazil Going to Reform the UN?

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Jack interviews Dr Comfort Ero at MSC: https://youtu.be/F5aQSQ9LUjc?si=kP3e2eRI65bbmhGb Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through how and why Brazil is planning to reform the UN. Also, we discuss the first US spacecraft to land on the moon after 50 years; the EU plans to impose more sanctions on Russia; & Egypt builds a wall on the Gaza bord...

Feb 23, 202411 minEp. 604

Is the UK Speaker About to be Ousted?

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Jack Interviews Dr. Hannah Neumann at MSC: https://youtu.be/i0KIgV75vTs?si=_qiIo979_XQixxaQ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why the UK speaker is under threat of being ousted. Also, we discuss the EU and UK post-brexit fishing dispute; European stocks hitting an all time high; and how Ukraine is planning on recruiting for the front lin...

Feb 22, 202410 minEp. 603

Will Julian Assange Avoid Extradition to the US?

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Jack Interviews Valdis Dombrovskis at MSC: https://youtu.be/mqxQU_oKIfQ?si=E21nIgibT12L_jt1 Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Julian Assage’s last attempt to avoid extradition to the US. Also, we discuss the election results in Pakistan; cybercriminal group LockBit taken down; and the Trident test fails… again. 💬 Twitter: https://twitte...

Feb 21, 202410 minEp. 602

The US Proposes a Ceasefire in Gaza: What Next?

Sign up to Brilliant (the first 200 sign ups get 20% off an annual premium subscription): https://brilliant.org/tldreu/ Jack Interviews Mirjana Spoljaric Egger at MSC: https://youtu.be/uhRH8VeM3CA?si=jow8z1JMDBfyvlcn Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Biden’s sudden U-turn on the ceasefire in Gaza. Also, we discuss Alexei Navalny’s wife promising to continue his work in Russia; Australia’s plan to double the Navy fleet; and the record breaking quasar disco...

Feb 20, 202411 minEp. 601

Did Someone Kill Navalny?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the death of Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny. Also, we discuss the legalisation of same-sex marriage in Greece; Hezbollah strikes Israel; devastating by-elections for the Tories; the EU’s new defence plan. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/...

Feb 16, 202410 minEp. 600

Is Putin Putting Nukes in Space?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the US concerned about a Russian nuclear space weapon. Also, we discuss the UK and France’s response to Trump’s NATO comments; Israeli snipers target hospital in Gaza; & the UK falls into a recession. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk ...

Feb 15, 202410 minEp. 599

Indonesia Elects a New President

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the election in Indonesia, and the possible outcome from the results. Also, we discuss why the US Homeland Security Secretary may be impeached; Israel’s negotiations with Hamas; & Belgium to highlight single homeowners. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instag...

Feb 14, 20249 minEp. 598

Why Russia Put Estonia's Prime Minister on its Wanted List

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Estonia’s Prime Minister is on Russia’s wanted list. Also, we discuss the EU telling the US that it needs to cut Military aid for Israel; the Hungarian President resigns; and thousands of farmers protest in India. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.co...

Feb 13, 202410 minEp. 597

Will Finland's New President Scare Off Russia?

In today’s episode, we run through the winner of Finland’s election. Also, we discuss Trump’s controversial NATO comments; the upcoming UK by-election in Rochdale; why Senegal is under threat; and Google to fund AI training. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Support TLDR on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tldrnews Donate by PayPal...

Feb 12, 202410 minEp. 596

How Biden's Age is Hurting His Reelection Campaign

Get the final copies or the digital edition of the Too Long newspaper: https://tldrnews.co.uk/product/too-long-the-newspaper-standard/ Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through whether or not Biden’s age is a threat to his campaign. Also, we discuss the anti-war candidate barred from running in Russia; an update on the Pakistan election; & Bolsonaro surrenders his passport amid investigations. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://ww...

Feb 09, 202410 minEp. 595

Why Have Dutch Coalition Talks Collapsed?

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Geert Wilders may not be prime minister of the Netherlands after all. Also, we discuss another set of explosions in Pakistan amid election tensions; Nikki Haley’s big loss to no one; & the IMF warning to military juntas. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ht...

Feb 07, 20249 minEp. 594

Why West Africa's Most Stable Democracy is in Crisis

In today’s episode, we run through the ‘constitutional coup’ that erupted in Senegal amid election delays. Also, we discuss Germany’s plan to open new gas power plants; King Charles’ cancer diagnosis; and the devastating wildfires in Chile. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a Topic Suggestion? - https://forms.gle/mahEFmsW1yGTNEYXA Support TLDR on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tldrnews ...

Feb 06, 20249 minEp. 593

'World's Coolest Dictator' Re-elected in El Salvador

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the election in El Salvador and Bukele declaring his own victory. Also, we discuss why Ukraine may still struggle to get funding from the EU; violence in Pakistan as the election approaches; & why Tucker Carlson is in Moscow. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: h...

Feb 05, 20248 minEp. 592

How the EU Got Hungary to Drop its Veto

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the Ukraine aid approved by the EU after Hungary drops its veto. Also, we discuss the three year anniversary of the Myanmar Coup; U.S. sanctions on Israeli settlers; & the Presidential feud in The Philippines. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk �...

Feb 02, 202410 minEp. 591

Will Zelenskyy Sack Zaluzhny?

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through whether or not Zelenskyy will fire his top general. Also, we discuss the new US bill to ban deepfake porn; the secret memo published about the DEA’s covert operation in Venezuela; & the UK bans XL Bully dogs. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞...

Feb 01, 20248 minEp. 590

Why France is Amending its Constitution

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through France’s move to enshrine abortion rights in the country. Also, we discuss the farmers' protests spreading across Europe; Sanchez’ Catalan amnesty deal failing; & Elon Musk’s ‘improper’ $55 billion pay package voided. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldr...

Jan 31, 202410 minEp. 589

Is Pakistan's Election Rigged?

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the upcoming Pakistan election, and why Imran Khan is jailed again. Also, we discuss Israeli ministers calling for ‘voluntary migration’; the UK House of Lords vote on Rwanda bill; and NI’s power-sharing government returns. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tl...

Jan 30, 202410 minEp. 588

Is China's Real Estate Market Heading for Collapse?

Use code tldrnews at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/tldrnews Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through whether or not China’s real estate market is on the brink of collapse. Also, we discuss the drone strike on a US military base on the Syria border; military-led countries quit ECOWAS; & UNRWA loses crucial funding. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnew...

Jan 29, 202410 minEp. 587

World Court Orders Measures Against Israel: What Now?

Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the ICJ ordering Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza. Also, we discuss the assassination accusations against India; Trump testifies at his defamation trial; and the EU to regulate app stores on Apple products. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.t...

Jan 26, 20249 minEp. 586

Texas Standoff: Will Biden Intervene?

Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the standoff between the Texas state and the US. Also, we discuss why labour unions are taking part in a huge strike in Argentina; the first nitrogen gas execution; & Saudi Arabia opens first alcohol shop in 70 years. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ...

Jan 25, 202410 minEp. 585

Was this Russian Military Jet Shot Down?

Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through the Russian transport plane that crashed in Belgorod. Also, we discuss Trump winning big in New Hampshire; the Doomsday Clock remaining at 90 seconds; Germany’s biggest rail strike; and a surge of subscribers for Netflix. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: ...

Jan 24, 20248 minEp. 584

Why Egypt has Intervened in Ethiopia's Somaliland Dispute

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Egypt’s plan to back Somalia on the dispute with Ethiopia. Also, we discuss families of Israeli hostages storming parliament; Erdogan to approve Sweden’s NATO bid; & Germany’s extreme-right ruling. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 ...

Jan 23, 202410 minEp. 583

Why Did DeSantis Drop Out?

Sign up to Nebula to get the ad-free access to the full Daily Briefing every single day: https://go.nebula.tv/thedailybriefing Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the US Presidential race. Also, we discuss Modi opening a controversial new temple in India; whether or not Japan will save its Moon Lander; & the protests in Germany. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnews...

Jan 22, 20249 minEp. 582

Netanyahu Rejects US Calls for a Palestinian State

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why Israel is clashing with the US over calls for a sovereign Palestinian state. Also, we discuss why the EU Parliament is taking the EU commission to court; NATO’s massive military drill; & Russia’s civil unrest. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.t...

Jan 19, 20249 minEp. 581

Pakistan Launches Retaliatory Strikes Inside Iran

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Pakistan’s retaliation strikes against Iran. Also, we discuss China’s ever decreasing population; why the Panama Canal is in crisis; and the Polish MP stripped of political immunity. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnews 💡 Got a Topic ...

Jan 18, 20249 minEp. 580

Why Iran Just Struck 'Militant Bases' in Pakistan

Can Sunak Survive the Rwanda Vote?: https://youtu.be/fABWPd-lBvk?si=Cz1WiTtGEZCO6r4i Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Iran launching strikes against Pakistan. Also, we discuss Kosovo’s request for US anti-tank weapons; South Korea’s joint military drills with Japan and US; & Sunak fights for his premiership. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagra...

Jan 17, 20248 minEp. 579

Donald Trump Wins Iowa: What Next?

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through Trump breaking records in his Iowa win. Also, we discuss the strikes targeting Iraq and Syria; why Kim Jong Un scraps any reconciliation with South Korea; and Switzerland to hold a peace summit for Ukraine. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@...

Jan 16, 202410 minEp. 578

China's Anger at Taiwan's Election Result

Sign up for NordVPN and get an EXTRA 4 months using our link: http://www.NordVPN.com/TLDR Welcome to the TLDR News Daily Briefing In today’s episode, we run through why China is angry over the election results in Taiwan. Also, we discuss updates in the tensions between Houthi rebels and the US; plot foiled to shut down the London Stock Exchange; & Denmark gets a new Monarch. 💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tldrnewsuk 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tldrnewsuk 🎞 TikTok: https://www.ti...

Jan 15, 202410 minEp. 577
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