Today, we will discuss Robert Prevost from the US, who is now Pope Leo XIV. Trump announces a US-UK trade deal amid tariff threats, and the AfD party's 'extremist' label has been suspended. 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." -...
May 09, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss the start of Russia's ceasefire, the U.S. increasing intelligence collection in Greenland, and the Cardinals failing to agree on the next pope in the first 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 "The Intel Briefing." ------...
May 08, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss a quick update on the India Pakistan conflict following significnat escliation over night and then look at what might happen next. 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." -------------------------------------...
May 07, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss Peru's suspension of gold mining in the north following a massacre, Hegseth's order for a 20% reduction in the number of top Pentagon officers, and the resignation of the Romanian prime minister as Simion pursues the presidency. 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 in...
May 06, 2025•6 min
Today, we will discuss that hard-right politician George Simion has won the first round in Romania. Additionally, Zelenskyy states that a ceasefire with Russia is 'possible' at any moment, especially with increased pressure on Moscow. Lastly, the US criticizes Germany for labeling the AfD as 'extremist.' 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...
May 05, 2025•10 min
Today, we will discuss Trump cutting funding to U.S. public broadcasters NPR and PBS, China's request for 'sincerity' as it evaluates the U.S. tariff offer, and Nigerian state leaders demanding action against Islamist attacks. 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...
May 02, 2025•9 min
Today, we will discuss the investment deal between the US and Ukraine for natural resources, Israel's strikes on a Syrian extremist group threatening the Druze, and the tragic shooting of a lawmaker in Nairobi. 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...
May 01, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss Pakistan's accusation of India planning a 'military strike' soon, North Korea test-firing missiles from a new warship, and the arrest of a former AfD aide on suspicion of espionage. 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 Int...
Apr 30, 2025•10 min
Today, we will discuss World court examines Israel's ban on UNRWA, Power begins to return after huge outage hits Spain and Portugal, and India, Pakistan trade gunfire as tensions rise. 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." ------...
Apr 29, 2025•9 min
Today, we will discuss North Korea's confirmation of sending troops to aid Russia, the incident in Vancouver where 11 people were killed after a car drove into a crowd at a festival, and Russia's openness to talks with Ukraine following the 'liberation' of Kursk. 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...
Apr 28, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss Britain's much larger budget deficit for 2024/25 than expected, reports indicate that Chinese spies are 'bugging London's pubs and park benches,' according to security sources, and Trump’s “final offer” demands that Ukraine accept Russian occupation. 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, co...
Apr 23, 2025•9 min
Today, we will discuss several important topics: Russia's involvement in facilitating human trafficking and smuggling operations from Libya to the European Union; an increase in hybrid attacks by Russia against Europe, according to Dutch intelligence; and the strengthening of military ties between Britain and New Zealand as their leaders meet. 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...
Apr 22, 2025•6 min
Today, we will discuss Trump's hopes for a deal this week on Ukraine. Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in a second Signal chat, and Israel's military found 'professional failures' in the killings of Gaza medics. 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 info...
Apr 21, 2025•9 min
Today, we will discuss NZ’s spy agency investigated RNZ journalist's work, Putin declares 'Easter truce' in Ukraine, and US sees widespread anti-Trump 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 Intel Briefing." ------------------------------...
Apr 20, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss the German police's investigation into anti-deportation protests, Google's monopolization of online advertising markets according to a US judge, and the influx of applicants for a French program aimed at US scientists. 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...
Apr 18, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss Ukraine, Russia, the ongoing peace talks despite challenges, China's halt on the delivery of Boeing jets from the US, and Amnesty International's reopening of its Hong Kong office 'in exile'. 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—wit...
Apr 16, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss China's accusation of a US cyberattack during the Asian Winter Games, an extremist group claiming responsibility for a railway office attack in Greece, and a blast that killed three police officers in Balochistan. 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...
Apr 15, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss Japan's record population decline, Hungary's constitutional changes targeting LGBTQ rights, and Bangladesh's arrest warrant for a UK MP linked to Hasina. 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." --------------...
Apr 14, 2025•10 min
Today, we will discuss Iran's perspective on diplomacy in US nuclear talks, the threat to peace in the Western Balkans from new military alliances, and Turkey's detention of two investigative journalists. 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 Int...
Apr 11, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss the execution of four Ukrainians by Russian soldiers on video, the US investigation into a possible FBI link to the Capitol riot, and Russia's release of Ksenia Karelina in a prisoner swap with the US. 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...
Apr 10, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss an American academic arrested in Thailand for insulting the monarchy, the US Defense Secretary firing a top military envoy to NATO, and Germany's suspicion of a Russian cyber attack on a research group. 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, sta...
Apr 09, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss the recreation of the long-extinct dire wolf species by US scientists, Trump’s announcement of the US plans for talks with Iran, and the capture of Chinese men fighting for 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 each episode into clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead—with "The Inte...
Apr 08, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss Russia's claims of capturing two Ukrainian villages, British MPs returning to London after deportations from Israel, and a far-right rally following Marine Le Pen's conviction. 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 Br...
Apr 07, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss China's 34% duties on U.S. goods, Denmark reiterates to the U.S. that it cannot have Greenland, and TikTok's sale comes down to the wire. 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." ------------------------------...
Apr 04, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss the Myanmar Junta's declaration of a truce to facilitate earthquake relief efforts, Netanyahu's defiance of the ICC warrant as he lands in Hungary, and NATO members seeking assurances at the summit. 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 ah...
Apr 03, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss Greece's announcement of a drastic defence overhaul, ongoing exchanges of fire between India and Pakistan's armies after an incursion attempt, and the US's pursuit of the death penalty for Luigi Mangione. 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, s...
Apr 02, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss China conducting large-scale military drills around Taiwan, the EU preparing a strong plan to respond to Trump’s tariffs, and Moldova expelling Russian diplomats for assisting a fugitive MP. 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...
Apr 01, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss Marine Le Pen being found guilty of embezzlement, the Kremlin's statement that Putin 'remains open' to talks with Trump, and Iran's Khamenei vows to retaliate if Trump's threat is enacted. 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 "...
Mar 31, 2025•8 min
Today, we will discuss a powerful earthquake that hit Myanmar, the strikes by Israel on Beirut for the first time since the ceasefire, and the detention of the mayor's lawyer in Istanbul. 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." ---...
Mar 28, 2025•7 min
Today, we will discuss Zelenskyy urging the US and allies to remain strong, Just Stop Oil's efforts to end disruptive climate protests, and a report on top US officials' personal data being available online. 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 ...
Mar 27, 2025•8 min