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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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Yesterday · 6 min
12 November 2026 | Capital Strikes Before Moscow Talks, Nvidia's Huang Crisis & Russia's US Ambassador Dies
In today's news, Russia and Ukraine traded strikes on each other's capitals as US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner landed in Moscow to meet Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, Nvidia's board is reportedly preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang after his affair with a woman US intelligence suspects of working for China. Additionally, Russia's ambassador to the US, Alexander Darchiev, has died at 66, removing a veteran US specialist from Moscow's diplomatic bench mid-negotiations. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
Wednesday · 6 min
11 November 2026 | Abu Dhabi Peace Talks, US Soldier Spy Arrest & Hegseth Impeachment Fails
In today's news, US, Russian and Ukrainian delegations held their first face-to-face peace talks since February in Abu Dhabi, with Kyiv calling the first day constructive while Moscow's demand for the entire Donbas still blocks a deal. Meanwhile, a senior US Army soldier was arrested near Gloucester in England on suspicion of spying for Russia, close to GCHQ and RAF Fairford. Additionally, House Republicans voted to shelve an impeachment bid against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war, though Democrats are set to revisit it when they take control of Congress in January. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
Tuesday · 10 min
What the hell is going on with Jensen Huang
Nvidia's Jensen Huang has admitted an affair, and his board is now investigating reports he was the target of a foreign intelligence effort. What is actually proven, what is only reported, and what does it mean for the AI chip race?
Tuesday · 6 min
10 November 2026 | Hegseth Impeachment, Australia AI Rules & Nvidia Spy Lawsuit
In today's news, Republican congressman Thomas Massie introduced eight articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war. Meanwhile, Australia announced mandatory AI safeguards and a new safety regulator after an OpenAI agent gained unauthorized access to a government medical statistics portal. Additionally, Nvidia shareholders sued the company and CEO Jensen Huang for allegedly concealing his relationship with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
Monday · 6 min
9 November 2026 | Russia's French Riots Op, Trump's Deportation U-Turn & Nvidia Spy Claims
In today's news, an internal EU assessment found that a covert Russian network exploited last month's riots in France by spreading fake media videos, while a French report found MAGA-linked and Israeli-linked accounts drew far more views pushing similar narratives. Meanwhile, Donald Trump said his deportation policy may have been too tough for voters after losing both chambers of Congress, then appointed its architect Stephen Miller as chief of staff. Additionally, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair as the company launched a review of reports that he was targeted by Chinese intelligence. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
Sunday · 8 min
What the hell is going on with Europe's flights
More than 50 flights across Europe hit by hoax bomb threats in five days, fighter jets scrambled, newsrooms evacuated, and not a single bomb found. Is this Russian grey zone activity aimed at the summit in Dublin, and could the same playbook be used before any event in Europe?
Sunday · 5 min
8 November 2026 | Krakow Terror Attack, Eisenkot Tasked & New Zealand Deadlock
In today's news, a gunman fascinated by far-right ideologies killed at least six people in Krakow's main market square in what Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called an act of terrorism. Meanwhile, Israeli President Isaac Herzog tasked former military chief Gadi Eisenkot with forming a government after a neck-and-neck election against Benjamin Netanyahu's camp. Additionally, New Zealand's general election remained too close to call, with the National and Labour parties separated by fewer than 4,000 votes and special votes still to be counted. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
Saturday · 4 min
7 November 2026 | New Zealand Election, Russian Diesel Tankers & US-China Trade Deal
In today's news, New Zealand's general election closed with National and Labour neck and neck, leaving smaller parties set to decide the next government. Meanwhile, sanctioned tankers carrying Russian diesel to the US under Trump's deal with Putin have reportedly changed course amid legal threats from US states. Additionally, Washington pressed Beijing to honour its Busan trade commitments on soybeans and rare earths ahead of a Trump and Xi meeting at APEC in Shenzhen. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 6 · 13 min
What the Midterms Really Change in the Ukraine War
Democrats took both chambers of Congress on 3 November, and Russian state TV called it "really painful." But can a Democratic Congress actually change Trump's Ukraine policy, or just slow it down?
November 6 · 6 min
6 November 2026 | Trump's Ukraine Deal, Hegseth Under Fire & France Protests
In today's news, Trump claims a "big, beautiful" deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war is close after meeting Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev at the White House. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces an impeachment vote as Republicans blame the Iran war for their midterm wipeout. Additionally, more than 600,000 people protested across France over the rising cost of living, with clashes in Paris and Lyon. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 5 · 5 min
5 November 2026 | US Midterms, Indonesia Troops in Jakarta & Montenegro EU Bid
In today's news, Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress in the US midterms, handing them new power over Trump's budget and foreign policy. Meanwhile, Indonesia moved more than 20,000 troops and personnel into Jakarta as authorities investigate an alleged wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto. Additionally, the European Commission said Montenegro is on track to become the EU's next member state by 2028. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 4 · 6 min
4 November 2026 | Democrats Win Congress, Trump Blames Iran War & What It Means for Ukraine
In today's news, Democrats are projected to win both the Senate and the House in a sweeping midterm victory that reached deep into Republican territory, including Texas. Meanwhile, Trump acknowledged that the Iran war and rising gasoline prices contributed to Republican losses, while warning he will veto proposals he opposes. Additionally, the new balance of power in Washington could reshape US policy on Ukraine aid, Iran war funding and the closure of USAID. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 3 · 12 min
Torture House or Set-Up? What Happened Outside Kyiv
About 100 people tried to storm a National Guard house outside Kyiv on 2 November after claims that 40 men were being tortured in its basement. The hostage story fell apart, but four hospitalised men and a criminal case did not. What's proven, what isn't, and who benefits?
November 3 · 6 min
2 November 2026 | Alert App Hacks, Bulgaria's Yotova Win & Serbia Police Chief Arrest
In today's news, Ukraine and Russia both reported cyberattacks on their emergency alert apps, with fake warnings of nuclear and chemical threats sent to Ukrainian smartphones. Meanwhile, Bulgaria's acting President Iliana Yotova, who opposes military aid to Ukraine and favours dialogue with Moscow, is projected to win the presidential runoff with around 58% of the vote. Additionally, Serbian criminal police chief Marko Kricak, seen as a Vucic loyalist, was arrested for abuse of office a week after Vucic's camp lost parliamentary elections. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 2 · 10 min
Why El Salvador Has More Troops in Haiti Than the UN
El Salvador says it has sent more than 2,000 soldiers to Haiti after four of its air force technicians vanished in a gang ambush, putting more Salvadoran troops on the ground than the entire UN-backed force. Why is Bukele really there, and what do Haiti, Washington and the gangs want out of it?Watch earlier on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6nBF52azOIA
November 2 · 6 min
2 November 2026 | Alert App Hacks, Bulgaria's Yotova Win & Serbia Police Chief Arrest
In today's news, Ukraine and Russia both reported cyberattacks on their emergency alert apps, with fake warnings of nuclear and chemical threats sent to Ukrainian smartphones. Meanwhile, Bulgaria's acting President Iliana Yotova, who opposes military aid to Ukraine and favours dialogue with Moscow, is projected to win the presidential runoff with around 58% of the vote. Additionally, Serbian criminal police chief Marko Kricak, seen as a Vucic loyalist, was arrested for abuse of office a week after Vucic's camp lost parliamentary elections. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
November 1 · 9 min
Poland's Top Court Just Split in Two. Now What?
Poland's president aborted a flight to Senegal mid-air on 30 October after a judge suspended the head of the Constitutional Tribunal. By 1am he was inside the court, scuffling with judges his government won't recognise. Is this a coup, or the messy end of a 10-year court war?Watch earlier on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gNiPiRHx9RU
November 1 · 7 min
1 November 2026 | India Poll Chief Protests, North Korea's $6B Binance Heist & France Protests Turn Violent
In today's news, thousands marched in Delhi behind Rahul Gandhi to demand the resignation of India's election chief over a voter list revision that removed more than 130 million names. Meanwhile, the FBI said North Korea was behind the theft of more than $6 billion from Binance, believed to be the largest cryptocurrency heist in history. Additionally, more than 290 people were arrested in France as a third weekend of protests over living costs and school conditions turned violent in several cities. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
October 31 · 6 min
31 October 2026 | Poland Court Crisis, G20 Shuns Lavrov & Western Sahara Vetoes
In today's news, riot police were deployed to Poland's Constitutional Court after the government suspended its PiS-appointed president, prompting President Nawrocki to cancel a foreign trip and enter the building. Meanwhile, European diplomats refused to be photographed with Sergey Lavrov at the G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, as Lavrov told Zelenskyy to come to Moscow for talks. Additionally, the UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara is set to expire after the US and Russia vetoed each other's resolutions at the Security Council. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn
October 30 · 5 min
30 October 2026 | Binance Heist, Iran's Secret Arms Network & US Bans Chinese Telecoms
In today's news, North Korean hackers stole $6.3 billion from Binance in the biggest crypto theft in history, with only half the funds frozen so far. Meanwhile, a Reuters investigation has exposed more than 5,000 secret Iranian defence agencies that imported over $2 billion in missile and drone components past the US blockade and Western sanctions. Additionally, the FCC will vote next month on banning Chinese telecom giants from direct access to US phone numbers, as Beijing vows to retaliate. 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's clear, concise, and critical insights. Stay informed, stay ahead with "The Intel Briefing." -------------------------------------------------------------- Website | Training | Shop | Instagram | LinkedIn

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