GlobalPULSE: 09 JUN 2025
Geopolitical & Security Analysis Global Report
Report Details
Initial Publish Date
Last Updated: 09 JUN 2025
Report Focus Location: Global
Authors: AA, AGC, BA, DP, GZ, MA, SO, ZR
Contributors: GSAT
Lead Analyst: DA
GSAT Lead: MF
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Report Summary
This weekly report provides a comprehensive analysis of critical events, emerging threats, and significant developments across our global watchlist countries. Our Geopolitical & Security Analysis Teams continuously monitor and assess incidents affecting regional stability, security, and business operations.
Key Global Concerns:
- Middle East Escalation: Israel approved its largest West Bank settlement expansion in decades and armed Gaza clans, prompting regional backlash. Saudi Arabia openly rebuked Israel, signaling a shift in Abraham Accords dynamics.
- Nuclear Tensions Rise: The IAEA reported Iran’s uranium enrichment levels are near weapons-grade, raising global alarm and compounding instability in the Gulf region.
- Energy Diplomacy: Argentina and Italy advanced LNG cooperation, while Armenia deepened U.S. nuclear ties—both moves signal Western efforts to strengthen energy alliances amid geopolitical realignments.
- Humanitarian Emergencies: Haiti faces near-famine conditions for 5.7M people, while Cameroon is now the world’s most neglected humanitarian crisis. South Sudan and Somalia also show signs of worsening conflict and aid gaps.
- Political Instability: Bolivia sees widespread protests and roadblocks over election disputes; Poland faces political uncertainty as PM Tusk seeks a confidence vote after a conservative presidential win.
- Migration & Border Pressure: Tunisia ramps up voluntary migrant repatriations; Nigeria considers full border fencing to combat militant infiltration.
- Trade & Infrastructure Developments: Iraq activates the global TIR transit system; Mozambique expands Chinese investments; and Tanzania launches full freight operations on its Standard Gauge Railway.
- Judicial & Electoral Strain: The OAS condemned Mexico’s recent judicial elections for low turnout and transparency issues, while Kosovo’s political deadlock persists with no elected speaker.
- US Policy Shifts: Trump’s renewed travel ban impacts nationals from 19 countries, including Venezuela and Somalia, heightening migration and diplomatic tensions.
- Security & Defense Moves: Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian airbases triggered Russia’s largest aerial assault of the war; North Korea and Russia deepen strategic cooperation.
