China Australia Emerges as Key Supplier of Rare-Earth Metals Australia strengthens its position as a key supplier of rare-earth metals amidst rising tensions with China and US supply chain vulnerabilities. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Zelenskyy Seeks Tomahawk Missiles as Russia Escalates Attacks Amid NATO Patrols Zelenskyy plans to meet Trump to request Tomahawk missiles as Russia intensifies drone and missile strikes causing casualties and blackouts. NATO boosts patrols amid hybrid warfare. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
China UK Delays China's Mega Embassy Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions The UK has postponed its decision on China's mega embassy in London, highlighting national security concerns amid rising diplomatic tensions. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia’s Economic Strain Deepens Amid Ukraine Energy Attacks and NATO Tensions In October 2025, Russia faces a $51B deficit as Ukraine targets energy infrastructure amid NATO tensions. Hungary to host Putin-Trump summit amid complex geopolitics. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Ceasefire Tensions Escalate Between Pakistan and Afghanistan As the ceasefire nears its end, tensions rise between Pakistan and Afghanistan amid violence and accusations of harboring militants. Qatar offers to mediate talks. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia Launches Massive Strikes as Ukraine and NATO Boost Defense Efforts Russia conducts large-scale drone and missile attacks on Ukraine causing power outages and injuries. NATO strengthens air defenses amid rising Russia NATO tensions and nuclear risks. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Israel Resumes Airstrikes in Lebanon Amid Tensions Israel's airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon escalate concerns over renewed conflict amid ongoing humanitarian crises from the Gaza war. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia-Ukraine War Escalates with Drone Strikes and NATO Airspace Violations Russian drone and missile strikes cause power outages and civilian casualties in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. NATO increases patrols amid Chinese satellite aid and technology diversion concerns. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Barred from Aston Villa Match Birmingham City bars Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from upcoming match, prioritizing public safety amid rising tensions and prior violent clashes. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
China China's Rare Earth Export Controls Escalate US-China Trade War China's export controls on rare earths intensify the US-China trade war, impacting global supply chains and technological industries. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Australia Explores Military Support for Gaza Peace Efforts Australia discusses military support for Gaza peace plan amidst ongoing conflict. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Trump and Putin Plan Second Summit as Zelenskyy Seeks Tomahawk Missiles On Oct 16, 2025, Trump and Putin announced a second summit amid Russia Ukraine war, while Zelenskyy seeks Tomahawk missiles amid rising Russia NATO tensions. Oct 17, 2025 | Intel Desk