China Local News Assistants at Risk Under China's National Security Law Local news assistants face heightened dangers in China and Hong Kong under restrictive National Security Law, jeopardizing press freedom. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia Ukraine War: Pussy Riot Extremist Designation Russia designates Pussy Riot as an extremist organisation, tightening control over dissent amid the Russia Ukraine war and drawing scrutiny on civil liberties. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Iran Threatens Israel Amid Escalating Regional Tensions Iran Threatens Israel Amid Rising Tensions in the Region Iran has issued strong warnings against Israel, characterizing its military actions as aggressive and... Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
China China Tech Sector Faces Major Layoffs Amid Economic Pressures China's tech sector is experiencing significant layoffs as companies struggle with profits and AI integration, further raising youth unemployment rates. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia Ukraine War: Not-Yet-Covered Topic for December Briefing Russia Ukraine War briefing awaits a topic; once set, it will cover humanitarian corridors, energy resilience for civilians, diplomacy, and winter safety. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East ISIL Attack Kills US Troops in Syria, Rising Concerns A deadly ISIL attack in Syria claims two US lives, raising concerns over military strategy and regional stability. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
China Xi Jinping Promotes Domestic Demand to Revive China's Economy Discover how Xi Jinping's emphasis on domestic demand can stimulate China's economy and consumer confidence amidst challenges. Dec 16, 2025 | Intel Desk
News Russia Ukraine War: Nuclear Threat Escalates Russia Ukraine War: Nuclear Threat Escalates Russia Ukraine war remains the defining frame for regional security as Moscow accelerates modernization of its nuc... Dec 15, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East ICC War Crimes Investigation into Israel's Actions in Gaza The ICC confirms war crimes investigation into Israel for actions in Gaza amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises affecting thousands. Dec 15, 2025 | Intel Desk
China Guan Heng Faces Deportation Amid Human Rights Activism in China Guan Heng's case raises concerns about human rights and U.S.-China relations. His potential deportation highlights the risks faced by activists and asylum seekers. Dec 15, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Grows After Storm Byron The Gaza Strip faces a dire humanitarian crisis after Storm Byron, intensifying existing struggles and revealing the ongoing impact of the blockade. Dec 15, 2025 | Intel Desk
Middle-East Egypt Launches SPNEX Nano-Satellite for Climate Research Egypt's SPNEX satellite launch marks a leap in space research, enhancing climate studies and ionospheric monitoring. Dec 15, 2025 | Intel Desk