The Global Risk Podcast https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com The Global Risk Podcast delivers weekly intelligence briefings and expert insights for risk and security professionals worldwide. Stay informed with timely updates on political instability, security threats, environmental hazards, and emerging risks - plus in-depth conversations with analysts and global security experts to help you anticipate and prepare for what’s ahead.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:18:37 +0100 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en gb Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. News 1440 episodic The Global Risk Podcast delivers weekly intelligence briefings and expert insights for risk and security professionals worldwide. Stay informed with timely updates on political instability, security threats, environmental hazards, and emerging risks - plus in-depth conversations with analysts and global security experts to help you anticipate and prepare for what’s ahead. Solace Global Solace Global No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21123630/GRP_Logo_4.jpg The Global Risk Podcast https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com 144 144 Global Intelligence Briefing | 9 April: How stable is the US–Iran ceasefire? Global Intelligence Briefing | 9 April: How stable is the US–Iran ceasefire? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-9-april-how-stable-is-the-us%e2%80%93iran-ceasefire/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-9-april-how-stable-is-the-us%e2%80%93iran-ceasefire/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:18:37 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/6466ea3c-c22a-34b6-8e2a-f11ab03d2868 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers an elevated Iranian threat environment in the United States, Hungary’s highly contested elections, and Ukraine’s expanding drone campaign. We also assess the attack on the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, the stability of the US–Iran ceasefire, continued Israeli operations in Lebanon, evolving risks across the Gulf, protest risks in Benin, unrest in India’s Manipur state, and disruption expected during Thailand’s Songkran festival.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers an elevated Iranian threat environment in the United States, Hungary’s highly contested elections, and Ukraine’s expanding drone campaign. We also assess the attack on the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, the stability of the US–Iran ceasefire, continued Israeli operations in Lebanon, evolving risks across the Gulf, protest risks in Benin, unrest in India’s Manipur state, and disruption expected during Thailand’s Songkran festival.

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]]> Solace Global false No 3101 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 2 April: How likely are further attacks on infrastructure in the Gulf? Global Intelligence Briefing | 2 April: How likely are further attacks on infrastructure in the Gulf? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-2-april-how-likely-are-further-attacks-on-infrastructure-in-the-gulf/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-2-april-how-likely-are-further-attacks-on-infrastructure-in-the-gulf/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:40:39 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/ae44706b-8744-32b3-80c0-833a3f32d554 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers mass killings in Haiti driven by gang competition, Ukraine’s expanded strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, and rising tensions between the United States and Iran. We also assess threats to critical infrastructure across the Gulf, the Houthis’ entry into the conflict, political instability in Somalia, and protest risks in Nepal following the arrest of a former prime minister.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers mass killings in Haiti driven by gang competition, Ukraine’s expanded strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, and rising tensions between the United States and Iran. We also assess threats to critical infrastructure across the Gulf, the Houthis’ entry into the conflict, political instability in Somalia, and protest risks in Nepal following the arrest of a former prime minister.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2523 full Iran Conflict Escalation Risks and Trigger Points | Regional Flashpoints Iran Conflict Escalation Risks and Trigger Points | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/iran-conflict-escalation-risks-and-trigger-points-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/iran-conflict-escalation-risks-and-trigger-points-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:39:23 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/7fe6340f-976e-3f48-afc7-348a5db6dcff Uncertainty remains around Iran, with escalation risks and stalled diplomacy still in play. Meanwhile in Nigeria, coordinated suicide bombings in Maiduguri point to a potential resurgence in militant activity.

]]> Uncertainty remains around Iran, with escalation risks and stalled diplomacy still in play. Meanwhile in Nigeria, coordinated suicide bombings in Maiduguri point to a potential resurgence in militant activity.

]]> Solace Global false No 537 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 26 March: What Does the Hormuz Disruption Mean for Asia-Pacific? Global Intelligence Briefing | 26 March: What Does the Hormuz Disruption Mean for Asia-Pacific? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-26-march-what-does-the-hormuz-disruption-mean-for-asia-pacific/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-26-march-what-does-the-hormuz-disruption-mean-for-asia-pacific/#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:31:24 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/2add9152-2fac-319a-b61c-7845666cac00 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers large-scale protests in the United States, Ecuador’s anti-cartel operations, and a series of likely state-backed attacks targeting Jewish communities in Europe. We also assess Russia’s largest drone strike campaign in Ukraine, escalating Israeli operations in Lebanon, threats to critical infrastructure across the Gulf, rising tensions between Chad and Sudan, continued fighting in eastern DRC, the likely collapse of the Pakistan–Afghanistan ceasefire, the impact of the Strait of Hormuz disruption on Asia-Pacific, and new national security measures in Hong Kong.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers large-scale protests in the United States, Ecuador’s anti-cartel operations, and a series of likely state-backed attacks targeting Jewish communities in Europe. We also assess Russia’s largest drone strike campaign in Ukraine, escalating Israeli operations in Lebanon, threats to critical infrastructure across the Gulf, rising tensions between Chad and Sudan, continued fighting in eastern DRC, the likely collapse of the Pakistan–Afghanistan ceasefire, the impact of the Strait of Hormuz disruption on Asia-Pacific, and new national security measures in Hong Kong.

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]]> Solace Global false No 3195 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 19 March: Is Cuba Entering Its Most Severe Crisis in Decades? Global Intelligence Briefing | 19 March: Is Cuba Entering Its Most Severe Crisis in Decades? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-19-march-is-cuba-entering-its-most-severe-crisis-in-decades/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-19-march-is-cuba-entering-its-most-severe-crisis-in-decades/#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:43:36 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/bc671419-f0f1-38b8-983d-32e3e8ef8668 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Cuba’s deepening economic crisis and rising unrest risk, Ecuador’s expanded security operations, planned protests in Albania, growing pressure on Ukraine’s air defences, Israeli strikes targeting Iranian leadership and infrastructure, escalating attacks across the Gulf, renewed jihadist violence in Nigeria, the post-election outlook in the Republic of the Congo, a Pakistani airstrike in Kabul, and the expected impact of Cyclone Narelle in Australia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Cuba’s deepening economic crisis and rising unrest risk, Ecuador’s expanded security operations, planned protests in Albania, growing pressure on Ukraine’s air defences, Israeli strikes targeting Iranian leadership and infrastructure, escalating attacks across the Gulf, renewed jihadist violence in Nigeria, the post-election outlook in the Republic of the Congo, a Pakistani airstrike in Kabul, and the expected impact of Cyclone Narelle in Australia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 3260 full Iran Conflict: The Rise of Second-Order Threats | Regional Flashpoints Iran Conflict: The Rise of Second-Order Threats | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/iran-conflict-the-rise-of-second-order-threats-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/iran-conflict-the-rise-of-second-order-threats-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:19:23 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/7bc97cdf-4ac4-367f-a7cf-520a4813a557 The impact of the Iran conflict is being felt far beyond the region, with rising threats across Europe and North America. Meanwhile, a new US–Ecuador operation signals a shift in counter-cartel strategy in Latin America.

]]> The impact of the Iran conflict is being felt far beyond the region, with rising threats across Europe and North America. Meanwhile, a new US–Ecuador operation signals a shift in counter-cartel strategy in Latin America.

]]> Solace Global false No 353 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 12 March: Is Iran Shifting Toward Economic and Infrastructure Warfare? Global Intelligence Briefing | 12 March: Is Iran Shifting Toward Economic and Infrastructure Warfare? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-12-march-is-iran-shifting-toward-economic-and-infrastructure-warfare/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-12-march-is-iran-shifting-toward-economic-and-infrastructure-warfare/#comments Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:40:50 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/56d7b7d0-db17-358d-bca6-15add0e2ad04 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers attacks targeting US diplomatic offices linked to the Iran conflict, a joint US–Ecuador anti-cartel operation, and civilian casualties from anti-gang drone strikes in Haiti. We also assess Ukrainian counterattacks, the appointment of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Iranian attacks across the Gulf, Israel’s mobilisation along the Lebanon border, rising militant activity in the Sahel, protest risks in Guinea, and the evolving war between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers attacks targeting US diplomatic offices linked to the Iran conflict, a joint US–Ecuador anti-cartel operation, and civilian casualties from anti-gang drone strikes in Haiti. We also assess Ukrainian counterattacks, the appointment of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Iranian attacks across the Gulf, Israel’s mobilisation along the Lebanon border, rising militant activity in the Sahel, protest risks in Guinea, and the evolving war between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2845 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 5 March: Is the US Prepared for a Prolonged War with Iran? Global Intelligence Briefing | 5 March: Is the US Prepared for a Prolonged War with Iran? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-5-march-is-the-us-prepared-for-a-prolonged-war-with-iran/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-5-march-is-the-us-prepared-for-a-prolonged-war-with-iran/#comments Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:47:23 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/bd77176c-8f12-31d3-a089-be2d10cf2c75 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the increased terrorism threat in the United States following the outbreak of war with Iran, nationwide Bolsonaro rallies in Brazil, Ukrainian frontline advances, US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the resulting regional conflict, Israeli operations in Lebanon, Iranian attacks across the Gulf, Pakistan’s open conflict with the Afghan Taliban, and Shia protests across South Asia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the increased terrorism threat in the United States following the outbreak of war with Iran, nationwide Bolsonaro rallies in Brazil, Ukrainian frontline advances, US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the resulting regional conflict, Israeli operations in Lebanon, Iranian attacks across the Gulf, Pakistan’s open conflict with the Afghan Taliban, and Shia protests across South Asia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2922 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 26 February: Is the US Preparing for Imminent Strikes on Iran? Global Intelligence Briefing | 26 February: Is the US Preparing for Imminent Strikes on Iran? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-26-february-is-the-us-preparing-for-imminent-strikes-on-iran/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-26-february-is-the-us-preparing-for-imminent-strikes-on-iran/#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:25:52 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/f3e73818-eb85-34b6-ba5f-1db24ebd99b4 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers cartel-related violence in Mexico following the death of a senior leader, a deadly maritime incident between Cuba and a Florida-registered vessel, intensified Russian strikes on Ukrainian rail infrastructure, indications of potential US strike preparations against Iran, Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, and rising election tensions in Nepal.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers cartel-related violence in Mexico following the death of a senior leader, a deadly maritime incident between Cuba and a Florida-registered vessel, intensified Russian strikes on Ukrainian rail infrastructure, indications of potential US strike preparations against Iran, Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, and rising election tensions in Nepal.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2150 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 19 February: Can Bangladesh’s New Government Deliver Stability? Global Intelligence Briefing | 19 February: Can Bangladesh’s New Government Deliver Stability? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-19-february-can-bangladesh-s-new-government-deliver-stability/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-19-february-can-bangladesh-s-new-government-deliver-stability/#comments Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:37:41 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/9bd10292-a70c-3bd0-baea-a6030cca6486 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers labour unrest in Argentina, escalating avalanche risks across the Alps, ongoing protests in Bosnia and Herzegovina, stalled Ukraine peace talks, rising US–Iran tensions amid an expanded US military posture, a social media ban in Gabon, and the post-election stability outlook in Bangladesh.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers labour unrest in Argentina, escalating avalanche risks across the Alps, ongoing protests in Bosnia and Herzegovina, stalled Ukraine peace talks, rising US–Iran tensions amid an expanded US military posture, a social media ban in Gabon, and the post-election stability outlook in Bangladesh.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2065 full Inside Cuba’s Deepening Economic and Fuel Crisis | Regional Flashpoints Inside Cuba’s Deepening Economic and Fuel Crisis | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/inside-cuba-s-deepening-economic-and-fuel-crisis-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/inside-cuba-s-deepening-economic-and-fuel-crisis-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:30:45 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/31cbcb3a-e464-327c-af1c-233905a3057c Cuba faces a deepening fuel and economic crisis, while military movements near Ethiopia’s Tigray region raise the risk of renewed conflict involving Eritrea. Our analysts break down the implications in this edition of Regional Flashpoints.

]]> Cuba faces a deepening fuel and economic crisis, while military movements near Ethiopia’s Tigray region raise the risk of renewed conflict involving Eritrea. Our analysts break down the implications in this edition of Regional Flashpoints.

]]> Solace Global false No 495 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 12 February: Can Haiti’s New Security Force Contain Gang Violence? Global Intelligence Briefing | 12 February: Can Haiti’s New Security Force Contain Gang Violence? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-12-february-can-haiti-s-new-security-force-contain-gang-violence/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-12-february-can-haiti-s-new-security-force-contain-gang-violence/#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:01:45 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/4885af2a-ba69-3137-9cb4-47b64f6a48e9 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Cuba’s worsening fuel crisis, Haiti’s political transition and security restructuring, protests linked to Italy’s Winter Olympics, ongoing Ukraine–Russia negotiations alongside continued strikes, indirect US–Iran talks in Oman, rising Ethiopia–Eritrea tensions, a deadly Islamic State-aligned attack in Islamabad, and unrest risks surrounding Bangladesh’s elections.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Cuba’s worsening fuel crisis, Haiti’s political transition and security restructuring, protests linked to Italy’s Winter Olympics, ongoing Ukraine–Russia negotiations alongside continued strikes, indirect US–Iran talks in Oman, rising Ethiopia–Eritrea tensions, a deadly Islamic State-aligned attack in Islamabad, and unrest risks surrounding Bangladesh’s elections.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2610 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 5 February: Is Cuba Facing Its Biggest Crisis Since the Cold War? Global Intelligence Briefing | 5 February: Is Cuba Facing Its Biggest Crisis Since the Cold War? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-5-february-is-cuba-facing-its-biggest-crisis-since-the-cold-war/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-5-february-is-cuba-facing-its-biggest-crisis-since-the-cold-war/#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:19:38 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/88234fdc-5a4a-354d-97c9-dedcfe4571a1 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the US declaration of a national emergency over Cuba, record Russian missile strikes on Ukraine, direct US–Iran talks amid heightened military posturing, an Islamic State-linked attack on Niamey airport, mass-casualty Boko Haram violence in Nigeria, renewed clashes in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, and coordinated militant attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the US declaration of a national emergency over Cuba, record Russian missile strikes on Ukraine, direct US–Iran talks amid heightened military posturing, an Islamic State-linked attack on Niamey airport, mass-casualty Boko Haram violence in Nigeria, renewed clashes in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, and coordinated militant attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2545 full Assessing the Regional Risk Amid US–Iran Tensions | Regional Flashpoints Assessing the Regional Risk Amid US–Iran Tensions | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/assessing-the-regional-risk-amid-us%e2%80%93iran-tensions-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/assessing-the-regional-risk-amid-us%e2%80%93iran-tensions-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:40:04 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e0dc38ed-dfbb-305c-96fb-9edb213883e4 Our intelligence team unpacks the strategic signals behind US–Iran military dynamics and what a failed attack near Niger’s capital means for regional risk.

]]> Our intelligence team unpacks the strategic signals behind US–Iran military dynamics and what a failed attack near Niger’s capital means for regional risk.

]]> Solace Global false No 631 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 29 January: Can US–Russia–Ukraine Talks Deliver Any Breakthrough? Global Intelligence Briefing | 29 January: Can US–Russia–Ukraine Talks Deliver Any Breakthrough? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-29-january-can-us%e2%80%93russia%e2%80%93ukraine-talks-deliver-any-breakthrough/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-29-january-can-us%e2%80%93russia%e2%80%93ukraine-talks-deliver-any-breakthrough/#comments Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:51:55 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/64db6d8d-4ede-30ed-aa6e-d53d002e34d4 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers worsening fuel shortages and nationwide blackouts in Cuba, the first US–Russia–Ukraine trilateral talks since 2022, a disrupted Islamic State-linked plot in Azerbaijan, heightened US–Iran tensions following a major carrier deployment, escalating conflict risks in South Sudan, and new Nipah virus screening measures affecting travel across Asia-Pacific.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers worsening fuel shortages and nationwide blackouts in Cuba, the first US–Russia–Ukraine trilateral talks since 2022, a disrupted Islamic State-linked plot in Azerbaijan, heightened US–Iran tensions following a major carrier deployment, escalating conflict risks in South Sudan, and new Nipah virus screening measures affecting travel across Asia-Pacific.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1844 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 22 January: Is Russia Exploiting Transatlantic Divisions to Pressure Ukraine? Global Intelligence Briefing | 22 January: Is Russia Exploiting Transatlantic Divisions to Pressure Ukraine? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-22-january-is-russia-exploiting-transatlantic-divisions-to-pressure-ukraine/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-22-january-is-russia-exploiting-transatlantic-divisions-to-pressure-ukraine/#comments Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:52:48 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/38b1a5b7-4d93-3c82-980d-605ff394ab1a This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers devastating wildfires in Chile, Russia’s energy strikes on Ukraine amid diplomatic manoeuvring, major shifts in northeast Syria, continued unrest in Iran alongside a strengthened US military posture, deadly flooding across southern Africa, an ISKP attack targeting Chinese nationals in Kabul, and heightened insurgent threats in southern Thailand ahead of elections.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers devastating wildfires in Chile, Russia’s energy strikes on Ukraine amid diplomatic manoeuvring, major shifts in northeast Syria, continued unrest in Iran alongside a strengthened US military posture, deadly flooding across southern Africa, an ISKP attack targeting Chinese nationals in Kabul, and heightened insurgent threats in southern Thailand ahead of elections.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2345 full Could Uganda’s Vote Trigger Wider Instability? | Regional Flashpoints Could Uganda’s Vote Trigger Wider Instability? | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/could-uganda-s-vote-trigger-wider-instability-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/could-uganda-s-vote-trigger-wider-instability-regional-flashpoints/#comments Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:05:39 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/d47842fc-a484-3114-a323-da195d3c5d45 Following Uganda’s general election, concerns are mounting over violence, protests and the integrity of the vote. Joshua George outlines the latest developments and the risks ahead.

]]> Following Uganda’s general election, concerns are mounting over violence, protests and the integrity of the vote. Joshua George outlines the latest developments and the risks ahead.

]]> Solace Global false No 191 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 15 January: Is the US Preparing for Military Action Against Iran? Global Intelligence Briefing | 15 January: Is the US Preparing for Military Action Against Iran? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-15-january-is-the-us-preparing-for-military-action-against-iran/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-15-january-is-the-us-preparing-for-military-action-against-iran/#comments Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:04:42 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/3c2f0c4e-78b4-3746-91fc-5b4a5a18e678 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers US policy constraints on Venezuela, renewed protest risks in Bolivia, Russia’s missile strikes and energy attacks on Ukraine, uncertainty around the Gaza peace process, rising tensions between the US and Iran, election-related unrest in Uganda and Myanmar, and coordinated insurgent attacks in Thailand’s Deep South.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers US policy constraints on Venezuela, renewed protest risks in Bolivia, Russia’s missile strikes and energy attacks on Ukraine, uncertainty around the Gaza peace process, rising tensions between the US and Iran, election-related unrest in Uganda and Myanmar, and coordinated insurgent attacks in Thailand’s Deep South.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2202 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 8 January: What Does the US Capture of Maduro Mean for Venezuela’s Future? Global Intelligence Briefing | 8 January: What Does the US Capture of Maduro Mean for Venezuela’s Future? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-8-january-what-does-the-us-capture-of-maduro-mean-for-venezuela-s-future/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-8-january-what-does-the-us-capture-of-maduro-mean-for-venezuela-s-future/#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:52:57 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/b891f3cb-d90d-3e2f-a12a-fd2987c9798b This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the US operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, nationwide fuel protests in Bolivia, sabotage of power infrastructure in Germany, new security guarantees proposed for Ukraine, shifting alliances in Yemen, widespread unrest in Iran, election-related crackdowns in Uganda, and a surge in Chinese cyberattacks targeting Taiwan.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the US operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, nationwide fuel protests in Bolivia, sabotage of power infrastructure in Germany, new security guarantees proposed for Ukraine, shifting alliances in Yemen, widespread unrest in Iran, election-related crackdowns in Uganda, and a surge in Chinese cyberattacks targeting Taiwan.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2195 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 18 December: What Does the Bondi Beach Attack Signal for Terror Risk in the West? Global Intelligence Briefing | 18 December: What Does the Bondi Beach Attack Signal for Terror Risk in the West? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-18-december-what-does-the-bondi-beach-attack-signal-for-terror-risk-in-the-west/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-18-december-what-does-the-bondi-beach-attack-signal-for-terror-risk-in-the-west/#comments Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:17:06 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/601b0de2-b011-3613-a95d-ad08d1316c18 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers escalating violence in Guatemala, election-related unrest risks in Honduras, and the United States’ de facto blockade on Venezuelan oil exports. We also assess disrupted terror plots in Europe, Ukraine peace talks, mass protests in Romania, an ISIS attack on US personnel in Syria, renewed fighting between Thailand and Cambodia, and a deadly terrorist attack in Australia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers escalating violence in Guatemala, election-related unrest risks in Honduras, and the United States’ de facto blockade on Venezuelan oil exports. We also assess disrupted terror plots in Europe, Ukraine peace talks, mass protests in Romania, an ISIS attack on US personnel in Syria, renewed fighting between Thailand and Cambodia, and a deadly terrorist attack in Australia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2496 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 11 December: Will New US Travel Screening Rules Reshape Visa-Free Entry? Global Intelligence Briefing | 11 December: Will New US Travel Screening Rules Reshape Visa-Free Entry? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-11-december-will-new-us-travel-screening-rules-reshape-visa-free-entry/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-11-december-will-new-us-travel-screening-rules-reshape-visa-free-entry/#comments Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:48:24 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/632dcc76-bea3-3b1b-b61f-a252476c9a99 This week’s briefing covers new US entry-screening proposals, increased US military pressure on Venezuela, mass farmers’ protests in Greece, the latest Ukraine peace negotiations, the STC’s major advances in Yemen, the attempted coup in Benin, and the AFC/M23 offensive near Uvira in the DRC. In Asia-Pacific, we assess the renewed border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> This week’s briefing covers new US entry-screening proposals, increased US military pressure on Venezuela, mass farmers’ protests in Greece, the latest Ukraine peace negotiations, the STC’s major advances in Yemen, the attempted coup in Benin, and the AFC/M23 offensive near Uvira in the DRC. In Asia-Pacific, we assess the renewed border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2410 full Understanding Mexico’s Recent Wave of Protests | Regional Flashpoints Understanding Mexico’s Recent Wave of Protests | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/understanding-mexico-s-recent-wave-of-protests-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/understanding-mexico-s-recent-wave-of-protests-regional-flashpoints/#comments Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:07:22 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/5bb4929e-566e-3113-ad31-6096f21fe002 Two major protests swept Mexico in November - one in response to political violence, the other driven by security and economic concerns. Intelligence Analyst Manfredi Pozzoli breaks down the causes and what might come next.

]]> Two major protests swept Mexico in November - one in response to political violence, the other driven by security and economic concerns. Intelligence Analyst Manfredi Pozzoli breaks down the causes and what might come next.

]]> Solace Global false No 235 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 04 December: Could Russia’s Advances Shift the Ukraine Peace Negotiations? Global Intelligence Briefing | 04 December: Could Russia’s Advances Shift the Ukraine Peace Negotiations? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-04-december-could-russia-s-advances-shift-the-ukraine-peace-negotiations/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-04-december-could-russia-s-advances-shift-the-ukraine-peace-negotiations/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:29:25 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/49dff52d-d5be-34f0-b7aa-484d801f049d This week’s briefing covers Honduras’s disputed election, a US ultimatum to Venezuela, major protests in Bulgaria, Russia’s advances in Ukraine, ceasefire violations in the DRC, and Tanzania’s planned 9 December “mega-protest”. In Asia-Pacific, we examine failed Afghanistan–Pakistan peace talks, Sri Lanka’s deadly flooding and severe regional storms across Southeast Asia.

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]]> This week’s briefing covers Honduras’s disputed election, a US ultimatum to Venezuela, major protests in Bulgaria, Russia’s advances in Ukraine, ceasefire violations in the DRC, and Tanzania’s planned 9 December “mega-protest”. In Asia-Pacific, we examine failed Afghanistan–Pakistan peace talks, Sri Lanka’s deadly flooding and severe regional storms across Southeast Asia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2332 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 27 November: Can Ukraine Navigate Diplomacy Amid Escalating Strikes? Global Intelligence Briefing | 27 November: Can Ukraine Navigate Diplomacy Amid Escalating Strikes? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-27-november-can-ukraine-navigate-diplomacy-amid-escalating-strikes/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-27-november-can-ukraine-navigate-diplomacy-amid-escalating-strikes/#comments Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:58:07 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/81494a75-9d44-3275-abfa-4e0efc465062 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Mexico’s nationwide transport blockade, election-related tensions in Honduras, and a new phase of US pressure on Venezuela. We also examine Belgium’s general strike, Ukraine’s revised peace proposal and mass strikes, Israel’s killing of a senior Hezbollah figure, and the coup in Guinea-Bissau. In Asia-Pacific, we assess Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan and widespread flooding across Thailand and Malaysia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Mexico’s nationwide transport blockade, election-related tensions in Honduras, and a new phase of US pressure on Venezuela. We also examine Belgium’s general strike, Ukraine’s revised peace proposal and mass strikes, Israel’s killing of a senior Hezbollah figure, and the coup in Guinea-Bissau. In Asia-Pacific, we assess Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan and widespread flooding across Thailand and Malaysia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2240 full Tanzania and Cameroon: What to Watch as Political Pressures Mount | Regional Flashpoints Tanzania and Cameroon: What to Watch as Political Pressures Mount | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-cameroon-heading-for-another-political-standoff-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-cameroon-heading-for-another-political-standoff-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:45:20 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e4629a21-1759-387d-af0c-e743e8a041d2 In this episode of Regional Flashpoints, Joshua George covers rising political tensions in Tanzania and Cameroon, where upcoming protests and disputed elections are shaping the short-term risk outlook.

]]> In this episode of Regional Flashpoints, Joshua George covers rising political tensions in Tanzania and Cameroon, where upcoming protests and disputed elections are shaping the short-term risk outlook.

]]> Solace Global false No 270 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 20 November: Is Russia Escalating Sabotage Operations in Europe? Global Intelligence Briefing | 20 November: Is Russia Escalating Sabotage Operations in Europe? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-20-november-is-russia-escalating-sabotage-operations-in-europe/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-20-november-is-russia-escalating-sabotage-operations-in-europe/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:43:43 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/7e56dcac-bcbb-33d9-ac32-ff84a0305cf8 This week’s briefing covers violent unrest in Mexico City, renewed militant threats in Colombia, and rising US pressure on Venezuela. We also examine suspected Russian sabotage in Poland, a reported peace proposal for Ukraine, political tensions in Cameroon and Guinea-Bissau, and major developments across Asia-Pacific - including Bangladesh’s sentencing of Sheikh Hasina, severe flooding in Vietnam, and nationwide protests in the Philippines.

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]]> This week’s briefing covers violent unrest in Mexico City, renewed militant threats in Colombia, and rising US pressure on Venezuela. We also examine suspected Russian sabotage in Poland, a reported peace proposal for Ukraine, political tensions in Cameroon and Guinea-Bissau, and major developments across Asia-Pacific - including Bangladesh’s sentencing of Sheikh Hasina, severe flooding in Vietnam, and nationwide protests in the Philippines.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2380 full What’s Behind the Rise of Gen Z Protest Movements? What’s Behind the Rise of Gen Z Protest Movements? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/what-s-behind-the-rise-of-gen-z-protest-movements/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/what-s-behind-the-rise-of-gen-z-protest-movements/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:36:10 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/37b5846c-5602-3bdf-b0aa-d9e07ac2a95c Gen Z protest movements are reshaping how political pressure plays out—from digital organising to decentralised disruption. In this episode, Joshua George explains what sets them apart and why they matter for organisations tracking global risk.

]]> Gen Z protest movements are reshaping how political pressure plays out—from digital organising to decentralised disruption. In this episode, Joshua George explains what sets them apart and why they matter for organisations tracking global risk.

]]> Solace Global false No 400 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 13 November: Could Syria’s Anti-ISIS Raids Drive Renewed Retaliation? Global Intelligence Briefing | 13 November: Could Syria’s Anti-ISIS Raids Drive Renewed Retaliation? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-13-november-could-syria-s-anti-isis-raids-drive-renewed-retaliation/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-13-november-could-syria-s-anti-isis-raids-drive-renewed-retaliation/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:27:55 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/cff1bc78-e117-3075-8a0e-bbf2d17a75ce This week’s briefing covers US carrier movements near Venezuela, Russian strikes on Ukraine’s power grid, Syria’s anti-ISIS operations, Iraq’s post-election uncertainty, terrorist attacks in Islamabad and Delhi, unrest in Bangladesh, and fresh border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> This week’s briefing covers US carrier movements near Venezuela, Russian strikes on Ukraine’s power grid, Syria’s anti-ISIS operations, Iraq’s post-election uncertainty, terrorist attacks in Islamabad and Delhi, unrest in Bangladesh, and fresh border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2180 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 6 November: Can Ukraine Hold the Line in Pokrovsk? Global Intelligence Briefing | 6 November: Can Ukraine Hold the Line in Pokrovsk? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-6-november-can-ukraine-hold-the-line-in-pokrovsk/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-6-november-can-ukraine-hold-the-line-in-pokrovsk/#comments Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:58:33 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/94af7828-1de5-35f6-84b7-3493bed45245 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Mexico’s anti-cartel unrest, rising US–Venezuela tensions, Ukraine’s critical defence in Pokrovsk, Mali’s fuel blockade, and the devastation of Typhoon Kalmaegi across Southeast Asia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Mexico’s anti-cartel unrest, rising US–Venezuela tensions, Ukraine’s critical defence in Pokrovsk, Mali’s fuel blockade, and the devastation of Typhoon Kalmaegi across Southeast Asia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2417 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 30 October: Can Jamaica Recover From Hurricane Melissa? Global Intelligence Briefing | 30 October: Can Jamaica Recover From Hurricane Melissa? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-30-october-can-jamaica-recover-from-hurricane-melissa/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-30-october-can-jamaica-recover-from-hurricane-melissa/#comments Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:45:37 +0000 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/c2babed8-5f53-337b-8218-3bacca08a7d9 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Jamaica’s recovery from Hurricane Melissa, unrest in Brazil, the battle for Pokrovsk, instability in Mali and Sudan, and renewed tensions in Afghanistan and Vietnam.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Jamaica’s recovery from Hurricane Melissa, unrest in Brazil, the battle for Pokrovsk, instability in Mali and Sudan, and renewed tensions in Afghanistan and Vietnam.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2670 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 23 October: Could US Drone Strikes in Colombia Spark a Regional Crisis? Global Intelligence Briefing | 23 October: Could US Drone Strikes in Colombia Spark a Regional Crisis? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-23-october-could-us-drone-strikes-in-colombia-spark-a-regional-crisis/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-23-october-could-us-drone-strikes-in-colombia-spark-a-regional-crisis/#comments Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:34:01 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/3b43271d-73aa-32e9-a345-c612103a023e This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers rising US-Colombia tensions, possible US strikes in Venezuela, the collapse of US-Russia talks, renewed al-Qaeda activity in Yemen, and fragile Afghanistan–Pakistan peace efforts.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers rising US-Colombia tensions, possible US strikes in Venezuela, the collapse of US-Russia talks, renewed al-Qaeda activity in Yemen, and fragile Afghanistan–Pakistan peace efforts.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2021 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 16 October: Is Washington Turning Up the Pressure on Venezuela? Global Intelligence Briefing | 16 October: Is Washington Turning Up the Pressure on Venezuela? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-washington-turning-up-the-pressure-on-venezuela/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-washington-turning-up-the-pressure-on-venezuela/#comments Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:14:30 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/c3d9e642-253c-376b-887a-48252722f123 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers US pressure on Venezuela, unrest in Belgium, Moscow’s reserve mobilisation, Hamas’s crackdown in Gaza, and deadly clashes on the Afghanistan–Pakistan border.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers US pressure on Venezuela, unrest in Belgium, Moscow’s reserve mobilisation, Hamas’s crackdown in Gaza, and deadly clashes on the Afghanistan–Pakistan border.

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]]> Solace Global false No 3016 full Cameroon’s Election: Disputed Results and Rising Frustration Cameroon’s Election: Disputed Results and Rising Frustration https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-political-change-possible-in-cameroon/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-political-change-possible-in-cameroon/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:02:23 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/204af422-4a3f-36af-aec9-4542d2a4d225 Cameroon’s presidential election was held on 12 October—but with no confirmed results and both sides claiming victory, tensions remain high. In this episode, Intelligence Analyst Joshua George explores what’s driving political frustration, how youth disillusionment is shaping the risk landscape, and what to watch as the situation unfolds.

]]> Cameroon’s presidential election was held on 12 October—but with no confirmed results and both sides claiming victory, tensions remain high. In this episode, Intelligence Analyst Joshua George explores what’s driving political frustration, how youth disillusionment is shaping the risk landscape, and what to watch as the situation unfolds.

]]> Solace Global false No 245 full Can France’s Government Survive Another Political Crisis? | Regional Flashpoints Can France’s Government Survive Another Political Crisis? | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/can-france-s-government-survive-another-political-crisis-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/can-france-s-government-survive-another-political-crisis-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:14:08 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/db331154-a258-3768-8eb5-3215e7d6b1a2 This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers growing unrest in Madagascar, deepening political instability in France, and the ripple effects of a US government shutdown.

]]> This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers growing unrest in Madagascar, deepening political instability in France, and the ripple effects of a US government shutdown.

]]> Solace Global false No 485 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 09 October: Could Russia’s Strike on Lviv Signal a New Phase of the War? Global Intelligence Briefing | 09 October: Could Russia’s Strike on Lviv Signal a New Phase of the War? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-09-october-could-russia-s-strike-on-lviv-signal-a-new-phase-of-the-war/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-09-october-could-russia-s-strike-on-lviv-signal-a-new-phase-of-the-war/#comments Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:20:05 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/5a0f0185-c128-3025-a6cf-7af91a0964c0 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers cartel threats in Mexico, France’s political collapse, Russia’s massive strike on Lviv, unrest in Georgia and Madagascar, Gaza’s fragile ceasefire, and deadly junta attacks in Myanmar.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers cartel threats in Mexico, France’s political collapse, Russia’s massive strike on Lviv, unrest in Georgia and Madagascar, Gaza’s fragile ceasefire, and deadly junta attacks in Myanmar.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2860 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 02 October: Could Shipping in the Gulf of Aden Face More Missile Strikes? Global Intelligence Briefing | 02 October: Could Shipping in the Gulf of Aden Face More Missile Strikes? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-02-october-could-shipping-in-the-gulf-of-aden-face-more-missile-strikes/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-02-october-could-shipping-in-the-gulf-of-aden-face-more-missile-strikes/#comments Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:03:27 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/c6c4392c-c6eb-364d-915e-2c6779d3641c This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers unrest in Ecuador, US plans for Venezuela, flotilla raids and protests in Europe, Hezbollah and Hamas in focus, a Houthi strike in the Gulf of Aden, unrest in Morocco and Madagascar, and crises in Afghanistan and the Philippines.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers unrest in Ecuador, US plans for Venezuela, flotilla raids and protests in Europe, Hezbollah and Hamas in focus, a Houthi strike in the Gulf of Aden, unrest in Morocco and Madagascar, and crises in Afghanistan and the Philippines.

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]]> Solace Global false No 3285 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 25 September: Can South Sudan Avoid Renewed Civil Conflict? Global Intelligence Briefing | 25 September: Can South Sudan Avoid Renewed Civil Conflict? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-25-september-can-south-sudan-avoid-renewed-civil-conflict/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-25-september-can-south-sudan-avoid-renewed-civil-conflict/#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:40:30 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/49a70b16-886d-3e6a-a89a-139ad8a46615 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers protests in Peru, European airport disruptions, recognition of Palestine, Trump’s shift on Ukraine, unrest in South Sudan, and the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers protests in Peru, European airport disruptions, recognition of Palestine, Trump’s shift on Ukraine, unrest in South Sudan, and the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1946 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 18 September: Is Gen-Z Driving a New Wave of Protests Across Asia? Global Intelligence Briefing | 18 September: Is Gen-Z Driving a New Wave of Protests Across Asia? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-18-september-is-gen-z-driving-a-new-wave-of-protests-across-asia/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-18-september-is-gen-z-driving-a-new-wave-of-protests-across-asia/#comments Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:25:04 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/fb12a684-8b10-341e-ab8d-3f4dc213b336 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers protests in Ecuador, strikes in France, Russia–NATO tensions, Israel’s Gaza offensive, unrest in Malawi, and Gen-Z protests in Asia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers protests in Ecuador, strikes in France, Russia–NATO tensions, Israel’s Gaza offensive, unrest in Malawi, and Gen-Z protests in Asia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1375 full Is Political Unrest Spreading Across the West? | Regional Flashpoints Is Political Unrest Spreading Across the West? | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-political-unrest-spreading-across-the-west-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/is-political-unrest-spreading-across-the-west-regional-flashpoints/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:49:21 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/300d5bb9-e16e-368f-b839-1e0c21329152 This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers strikes and protests in France, mass demonstrations in London, a high-profile assassination in the US, and a Russian drone incursion into NATO territory.

]]> This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers strikes and protests in France, mass demonstrations in London, a high-profile assassination in the US, and a Russian drone incursion into NATO territory.

]]> Solace Global false No 685 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 11 September: Is Russia Pushing the Limits of NATO Airspace? Global Intelligence Briefing | 11 September: Is Russia Pushing the Limits of NATO Airspace? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-11-september-is-russia-pushing-the-limits-of-nato-airspace/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-11-september-is-russia-pushing-the-limits-of-nato-airspace/#comments Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:32:44 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e1b9995a-40ee-308a-8a09-a5a99d8610da This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Bolsonaro’s trial in Brazil, France’s political collapse, Russian drone incursions, Israel’s escalation in Doha, and deadly unrest in Nepal.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Bolsonaro’s trial in Brazil, France’s political collapse, Russian drone incursions, Israel’s escalation in Doha, and deadly unrest in Nepal.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1776 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 04 September: Is Venezuela Heading for Direct Confrontation with the US? Global Intelligence Briefing | 04 September: Is Venezuela Heading for Direct Confrontation with the US? https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-04-september-is-venezuela-heading-for-direct-confrontation-with-the-us/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-04-september-is-venezuela-heading-for-direct-confrontation-with-the-us/#comments Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:17:14 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/32641d62-cdfd-3684-8eb2-8e72d843062e This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Haiti, Venezuela, France, Ukraine, Libya, Iran, Afghanistan, and Indonesia - from political collapse to natural disasters.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Haiti, Venezuela, France, Ukraine, Libya, Iran, Afghanistan, and Indonesia - from political collapse to natural disasters.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2018 full Could France Be Heading for Another Election? | Regional Flashpoints Could France Be Heading for Another Election? | Regional Flashpoints https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/could-france-be-heading-for-another-election-regional-flashpoints/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/could-france-be-heading-for-another-election-regional-flashpoints/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:48:18 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/8c802386-3007-3658-85ae-65f77d001253 This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers rising global risks - from political instability in France and protest activity in London, to fragile elections in Syria, renewed military pressure in Ukraine, shifting security policy in Colombia, and a public health emergency in Botswana.

]]> This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers rising global risks - from political instability in France and protest activity in London, to fragile elections in Syria, renewed military pressure in Ukraine, shifting security policy in Colombia, and a public health emergency in Botswana.

]]> Solace Global false No 965 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 28 August: Colombia Attacks, Indonesia Unrest, and Typhoon Kajiki Global Intelligence Briefing | 28 August: Colombia Attacks, Indonesia Unrest, and Typhoon Kajiki https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-28-august-colombia-attacks-indonesia-unrest-and-typhoon-kajiki/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-28-august-colombia-attacks-indonesia-unrest-and-typhoon-kajiki/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:04:34 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/31ddc58a-e78a-36d3-82b9-32dbedf635c0 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Colombia’s security crackdown, escalating conflict in Ukraine and Gaza, a health emergency in Botswana, protests in Indonesia, Typhoon Kajiki in Vietnam, and far-right demonstrations in Australia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Colombia’s security crackdown, escalating conflict in Ukraine and Gaza, a health emergency in Botswana, protests in Indonesia, Typhoon Kajiki in Vietnam, and far-right demonstrations in Australia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1820 full Crypto Wrench Attacks: The Physical Threat to Digital Wealth Crypto Wrench Attacks: The Physical Threat to Digital Wealth https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/crypto-wrench-attacks-the-physical-threat-to-digital-wealth/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/crypto-wrench-attacks-the-physical-threat-to-digital-wealth/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:31:37 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/83f83289-686a-3f87-a539-63de41c70cbc Violent attacks on crypto holders are on the rise - from targeted surveillance to physical coercion. Mark Overington explains how “wrench attacks” work, who’s at risk, and what can be done to reduce exposure.

]]> Violent attacks on crypto holders are on the rise - from targeted surveillance to physical coercion. Mark Overington explains how “wrench attacks” work, who’s at risk, and what can be done to reduce exposure.

]]> Solace Global false No 535 full The Role of AI in Modern Travel Risk Strategy The Role of AI in Modern Travel Risk Strategy https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-ai-in-modern-travel-risk-strategy/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-ai-in-modern-travel-risk-strategy/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:59:33 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e0bc49e8-dafb-37d5-85ff-4c24eca63620 How is AI changing the way organisations manage travel risk? Join us as we explore how AI is being applied to travel risk management, what clients are asking for, and where the human element still matters most.

]]> How is AI changing the way organisations manage travel risk? Join us as we explore how AI is being applied to travel risk management, what clients are asking for, and where the human element still matters most.

]]> Solace Global false No 1450 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 21 August: Peace Summits, Protests, and Natural Disasters Global Intelligence Briefing | 21 August: Peace Summits, Protests, and Natural Disasters https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-21-august-peace-summits-protests-and-natural-disasters/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-21-august-peace-summits-protests-and-natural-disasters/#comments Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:40:39 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/13094eae-173c-32c6-9f9b-6e24547ffc37 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing looks at Hurricane Erin’s impact in the US, Bolivia’s presidential election, and rising protests in Serbia. We cover Ukraine peace talks, unrest in Israel and Syria, setbacks in the DRC, terror threats in Kenya, and severe flooding across South Asia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing looks at Hurricane Erin’s impact in the US, Bolivia’s presidential election, and rising protests in Serbia. We cover Ukraine peace talks, unrest in Israel and Syria, setbacks in the DRC, terror threats in Kenya, and severe flooding across South Asia.

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]]> Solace Global false No 2200 full Regional Flashpoints: Global Risk Outlook for Taiwan, London, Venice & Ecuador Regional Flashpoints: Global Risk Outlook for Taiwan, London, Venice & Ecuador https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/regional-flashpoints-global-risk-outlook-for-taiwan-london-venice-ecuador/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/regional-flashpoints-global-risk-outlook-for-taiwan-london-venice-ecuador/#comments Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:03:07 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/5c8fca92-8805-3f9d-a7f6-991c5972a5fb This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers rising global risks - from Taiwan’s energy vote and facial recognition concerns in London, to anti-tourism protests in Venice and escalating gang violence in Ecuador.

]]> This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers rising global risks - from Taiwan’s energy vote and facial recognition concerns in London, to anti-tourism protests in Venice and escalating gang violence in Ecuador.

]]> Solace Global false No 340 full The Rise of Youth-Led Protests in Sub-Saharan Africa The Rise of Youth-Led Protests in Sub-Saharan Africa https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-youth-led-protests-in-sub-saharan-africa/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-youth-led-protests-in-sub-saharan-africa/#comments Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:49:02 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/8a03df80-44d8-3bf6-ab5f-eccc2f7681ae What’s driving the rise in youth-led protests across sub-Saharan Africa? Joshua George breaks down how Gen Z activism is reshaping political unrest - and what it means for organisations operating in the region. Read the full report at solaceglobal.com.

]]> What’s driving the rise in youth-led protests across sub-Saharan Africa? Joshua George breaks down how Gen Z activism is reshaping political unrest - and what it means for organisations operating in the region. Read the full report at solaceglobal.com.

]]> Solace Global false No 317 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 14 August: Protests, Security Warnings, and Storm Damage Global Intelligence Briefing | 14 August: Protests, Security Warnings, and Storm Damage https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-14-august-protests-security-warnings-and-storm-damage/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-14-august-protests-security-warnings-and-storm-damage/#comments Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:10:20 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/3479d3b1-ccb7-31e0-8d1b-aaeaae9a3abf This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the deployment of the US National Guard to Washington, new anti-cartel measures in Mexico, and a State of Emergency in Ecuador. In EMEA, we look at Ukraine and Europe’s exclusion from US–Russia ceasefire talks, planned protests in Israel, security alerts in the UAE, and unrest in Côte d’Ivoire. In Asia-Pacific, we assess the impact of Typhoon Podul on Taiwan and China.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the deployment of the US National Guard to Washington, new anti-cartel measures in Mexico, and a State of Emergency in Ecuador. In EMEA, we look at Ukraine and Europe’s exclusion from US–Russia ceasefire talks, planned protests in Israel, security alerts in the UAE, and unrest in Côte d’Ivoire. In Asia-Pacific, we assess the impact of Typhoon Podul on Taiwan and China.

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]]> Solace Global false No 1845 full Global Intelligence Briefing | 07 August: Domestic Unrest and Cross-Border Tensions Global Intelligence Briefing | 07 August: Domestic Unrest and Cross-Border Tensions https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-07-august-domestic-unrest-and-cross-border-tensions/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/global-intelligence-briefing-07-august-domestic-unrest-and-cross-border-tensions/#comments Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:05:23 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/05a0f02a-50e5-3701-a87c-8054c634a170 This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers political unrest in Brazil, tensions in Moldova, developments in the war in Ukraine, peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, divisions over Israel’s Gaza strategy, the crisis in Mozambique, protests in Pakistan, and a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers political unrest in Brazil, tensions in Moldova, developments in the war in Ukraine, peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, divisions over Israel’s Gaza strategy, the crisis in Mozambique, protests in Pakistan, and a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia.

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]]> This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers political unrest in Brazil, tensions in Moldova, developments in the war in Ukraine, peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, divisions over Israel’s Gaza strategy, the crisis in Mozambique, protests in Pakistan, and a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia. Solace Global false No 1789 full Regional Flashpoints: August Risk Outlook for South Asia, Central Africa & South America Regional Flashpoints: August Risk Outlook for South Asia, Central Africa & South America https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/regional-flashpoints-august-risk-outlook-for-south-asia-central-africa-south-america/ https://theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/e/regional-flashpoints-august-risk-outlook-for-south-asia-central-africa-south-america/#comments Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:23:55 +0100 theglobalriskpodcast.podbean.com/6203ab03-7fe8-30ff-b56c-e0545b10da5e This episode covers upcoming protests in South Asia, armed group activity and peace efforts in the DRC, and Ecuador’s evolving gang landscape - providing timely insight for August 2025.

]]> This episode covers upcoming protests in South Asia, armed group activity and peace efforts in the DRC, and Ecuador’s evolving gang landscape - providing timely insight for August 2025.

]]> This episode covers upcoming protests in South Asia, armed group activity and peace efforts in the DRC, and Ecuador’s evolving gang landscape - providing timely insight for August 2025. Solace Global false No 600 full