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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

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?

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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?

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