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The Intel Brief

Daniel // HM Intelligencehmintelligence.org
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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13 February 2025 | Hamas to realise some hostages, Trump and Putin talk peace, and Austria coalition collapses

Today, we will discuss Hamas's announcement to free Israeli hostages as planned, Trump stating that Putin agreed to immediate talks regarding the Ukraine war, and the collapse of coalition talks for Austria's far-right Freedom Party. 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 insights. Stay infor...

Feb 13, 20259 min

11 February 2025 | Romanian president quits, Paris AI summit, and EU vows tough response to tariffs

Today, we will discuss Romania's president quits, updates from the Paris AI summit , and EU vows tough countermeasures to tariffs. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Briefing." ------------------------------------------------------------...

Feb 11, 20259 min

10 February 2025 | India kills rebels, Israel withdraws further, and Kosovo election

Today, we will discuss India's killing 31 Maoist rebels in an operation, Israel's withdrawal further out of Gaza And Kosovo election results. This episode was recorded on a new mic from my hotel room. Still working on making this possible while travelling so bear with us. Thank you! 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...

Feb 10, 20256 min

7 February 2025 | South Africa says it won't be bullied, Ukraine receives fighter jets, and Taiwan detects Chinese incursion

Today, we will discuss that South Africa's Ramaphosa says the country 'will not be bullied', Ukraine has received French and Dutch fighter jets, and Taiwan has detected six airplanes and balloons from China near the island. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ...

Feb 07, 20258 min

6 February 2025 | Poland to arrest spy, UK expels Russian diplomat, and Ukraine offensive in Kursk

Today, we will discuss Poland's issuance of a warrant for a convicted Belarusian spy, Britain's decision to expel a Russian diplomat in a tit-for-tat response, and Moscow's claim regarding Ukraine's attempts to launch an offensive in Russia's western Kursk region. 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, an...

Feb 06, 20257 min

5 February 2025 | US deports migrants, Trumps suggests US control Gaza, and Zelenskyy gives Ukrainian war death toll

Today, we will discuss U.S. military planes flying deported migrants back to India, Trump's suggestion of U.S. 'ownership' of Gaza during Netanyahu's visit, and Zelenskyy stating that the Ukrainian war death toll exceeds 45,000. 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 insights. Stay informed, ...

Feb 05, 20258 min

4 February 2025 | Shooting in Sweden, temporary ceasefire in the DRC, and Trump tariffs may lead to trade war

Today, we will discuss at least 10 killed in a Swedish school police report. The rebel alliance has announced a unilateral ceasefire in the DRC, and Trump's tariffs are escalating the trade war, raising inflation fears. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahea...

Feb 04, 20257 min

3 February 2025 | German president in middle east, pro-Russia paramilitary leader killed, and two leaders arrested in Georgia

Today, we will discuss the travels of the German president to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Turkey, the killing of a pro-Russia paramilitary leader in a Moscow blast, and the police arresting two opposition leaders amid protests in Georgia. 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 insights. Stay in...

Feb 03, 20257 min

31 January 2025 | Syria promises inclusive government, France demand Rwanda leave DRC, and Trump threatens BRICS

Today, we will discuss the Syrian interim president's vow to form an inclusive government, France's demand for Rwanda to 'immediately' leave the DRC, and Trump's threat of tariffs against BRICS if they replace the US dollar. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay...

Jan 31, 20258 min

30 January 2025 | EU annouces economic plan, Hamas release prisoners, and Quarn burner killed in Sweden

Today, we will cover the EU's economic goals, the release of three Israeli and five Thai hostages by Hamas, and the death of Quran burner Salwan Momika in Sweden. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Briefing." ----------------------------...

Jan 30, 20258 min

29 January 2025 | IED found in Sydney, Russian diplomats in Syria, and Serbian PM quits over protests

Today, we will cover three topics: explosives found in a caravan in Sydney, the arrival of Russian diplomats in Syria to improve ties, and the resignation of the Serbian Prime Minister amid ongoing 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 critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The ...

Jan 29, 20258 min

28 January 2025 | DeepSeek's rise in popularity, Greenland boosts defence spending, and EU lifts Syrian sanctions

Today, we will discuss Trump's assertion that DeepSeek's popularity should serve as a wake-up call, Denmark's announcement of a $2 billion plan to enhance Arctic security, and the EU's agreement on a 'roadmap' to ease sanctions on Syria. 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 insights. Stay i...

Jan 28, 20258 min

27 January 2025 | M23 claims to take Goma, Latvian undersea cable damaged, Lukashenko fakes victory

Today, we will cover M23’s claims to take Goma, while Congo asserts that Rwandan troops are supporting the Latvian undersea cable, likely damaged by external influences. Additionally, an exiled Belarusian opponent criticizes Lukashenko's 'fake' victory. 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 ...

Jan 27, 20259 min

24 January 2025 | Teen arrested in Brussels, M23 rebels advance in DRC, and ICC may investigate Lukashenko

Today, we will cover a teen arrested over an alleged plan to attack a mosque in Brussels, the advancing M23 Rebels toward Goma in the DRC, and a complaint filed by Reporters Without Borders against Lukashenko at the ICC. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahe...

Jan 24, 20257 min

23 January 2025 | Trump talks Ukraine, ICC issues warrant for Taliban and EU uses solar power

Today, we will cover Trump's call for Putin to end the war in Ukraine, the ICC prosecutor's request for the arrest of Taliban leaders in Afghanistan, and the fact that solar power has surpassed coal as a primary energy source in the EU. 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 insights. Stay in...

Jan 23, 20258 min

22 January 2025 | Thailand may deport Uyghurs, Australia anti sematic attacks, and Mexico commits to its sovereignty

Today, we will discuss Thailand's denial of planning to return Uyghurs in response to UN pleas, Australia's exploration of a potential foreign role in antisemitic attacks, and Mexico's commitment to defend its sovereignty amidst Trump's threats. 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 insights...

Jan 22, 20257 min

21 January 2025 | Israel conducts operation in Jenin, Colombia declares state of emergency, and Fico faces no-confidence vote

Today, we will cover Israel's military operation in the West Bank and Colombia's declaration of a state of emergency following rebel violence. Additionally, the Slovak Prime Minister faces a no-confidence vote. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "T...

Jan 21, 20259 min

20 January 2025 | Biden's preemptive pardons, Croatian Deputy Prime Minister quits, and what Trump has planned

Today, we will cover Biden's preemptive pardons for Trump targets, the Croatian Deputy Prime Minister quitting over a video of him shooting from a car, and what Trump has planned for his first day. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Brie...

Jan 20, 20257 min

17 January 2025 | Macron visits Lebanon, Iran and Russia boost ties, and Buda frees opposition leader

Today, we will be covering France's Macron visits Lebanon amid reconstruction hopes Iran and Russia look to bolster strategic partnership and Cuba frees opposition leader Ferrer after deal with Biden. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel B...

Jan 17, 20258 min

16 January 2025 | UK and Ukraine sign treaty, China probes US chip exports, and Israel-Hamas ceasefire challenges

Today, we will cover the UK's Starmer signing a 100-year treaty with Ukraine, China starting to probe US exports of mature chips, and tensions rising as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal faces approval hurdles. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The...

Jan 16, 20257 min

15 January 2025 | UK has limited gas storage, LA braces for strong winds, and the SEC sues Elon Musk

Today, we will discuss concerns about the UK's low gas storage levels, Los Angeles bracing for strong winds amid fire risk, and the SEC suing Elon Musk for securities violations related to X. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Briefing."...

Jan 15, 20258 min

14 January 2025 | TikTok ban, NATO leaders hold meeting and Drones over German airbase

Today, we will cover the TikTok ban set to take effect, NATO leaders discussing undersea pipeline and cable security, and Germany investigating suspected Russian drones over an airbase. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Briefing." -----...

Jan 14, 20258 min

13 January 2025 | Zelenskyy offers POW exchange, Austrian women kidnapped, and civilians killed in Nigeria

Today, we will cover Zelenskyy's offer for a North Korean POW exchange for Ukrainians, an Austrian woman kidnapped in Niger, and civilians mistakenly killed in a military airstrike in Nigeria. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel Briefing....

Jan 13, 20257 min

Three arrested for spying in Germany, Musk hosts German far-right, and Yoon's security chief has resigned

Today, we will cover three individuals indicted on charges of spying for China in Germany, Elon Musk hosts an X talk with the German far-right AfD's Weidel, and Yoon's security chief has resigned, urging for a peaceful arrest. 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 insights. Stay informed, st...

Jan 10, 20259 min

9 January 2025 | Lebanon appoints president, Turkey threatens Kurds, and Ukraine's allies meet about aid

Today, we will cover the election of Lebanon's army chief as president, Turkey's threat of an offensive against Syrian Kurdish fighters, and the push for aid by Ukraine's allies ahead of Trump's second term. 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The ...

Jan 09, 20259 min

8 January 2025 | Ukraine strikes oil depot, EU criticize Donald Trump, and Venezuela detains foreign nationals

Today, we will be covering Ukraine strikes Russian Air Force oil depot Germany, and France criticise Donald Trump's Greenland threats and Venezuela detains two Americans among a group of 'mercenaries.' 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 insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Intel ...

Jan 08, 20258 min

7 January 2025 | Indonesia joins BRICS, Kazakhstan get flight black box, and Meta ends fact checking program

Today, we will cover Indonesia's official admission as a full member of the BRICS bloc, Kazakhstan's receipt of the Azerbaijan Airlines crash data black box, and Meta's decision to discontinue its fact-checking program, following X's example. 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 insights. S...

Jan 07, 20259 min

6 January 2025 | Ukraine opens new offensive, Austria far right party to form government, and Sarkozy on trial

In today's update, we will cover Russia's confirmation of a new Ukrainian offensive in Kursk, Austria's far-right Freedom Party has been asked to form a government, and former French President Sarkozy is currently on trial over the 'Libyan 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 Europe and the world in each episode into clear, concise, and critical insight...

Jan 06, 20259 min

3 January 2025 | South Korea stops arrest of Yoon, Russian oil spill reachs Crimea, and Russia Ukraine gas deal ends

In today's update, we will cover South Korea's investigators halting the attempt to arrest Yoon, an oil spill from Russia's 'shadow fleet' reaching the Crimean shore, and growing worries in Eastern Europe as the Russia-Ukraine gas deal ends. 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 insights. St...

Jan 03, 20259 min

2 January 2025 | Tesla explodes outside Trump hotel, deadly truck attack in New Orleans and EU denies Hungary 1 billion euros

In today's update, we will cover a large explosion outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas, a terrorism investigation following a deadly truck attack in New Orleans, and the EU's denial of one billion euros to Hungary due to reform failures. 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 insights. Stay ...

Jan 02, 20258 min
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