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And what is the current state of policing?

Police in Europe were already facing mounting pressures, with the threat of the far-right, left-wing extremists, organised crime gangs, and deteriorating morale and public trust even before the pandemic hit the continent last year. With governments imposing lockdowns in Europe because of COVID-19, this has impacted on how police are dealing with extremism, changed the potential operational landscape for organised crime, and caused economic and personal stress factors to a wide section of the population. This has worsened many of these issues, with increasing clashes with police by ordinary citizens, and creating opportunities for criminals and activists alike.

Policing the pandemic has also meant dealing with worsening anti-lockdown protests, enforcing business closures and social distancing rules, and arresting criminals who may spit, cough or use the threat of COVID-19 to resist arrest. 

We've also seen that attacks on police, as well as protests and riots in Europe, have become a common feature of policing during the pandemic.

This episode takes a look at the current state of policing across Europe, particularly since the lockdowns were imposed, to see the impact of COVID-19 on police forces across the continent, and what long-term effects this might have on policing, and on police mental health.

Intelligence Fusion's assessment is based on our day-to-day monitoring of the security landscape in Europe. If you'd like to take a closer look at the intelligence that supports our analysis, get access to a 14-day free trial: https://hubs.ly/H0nk-FG0​​
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And what threat does ISIS currently pose in the region?​

It is 2 years since Islamic State lost its last territory in Syria and Iraq, yet the group remains a significant threat. Despite the end of the Islamic State caliphate, ISIS continues to carry out frequent attacks using IEDS and ambushes against both military and civilian targets, and funds part of its activities through coercive methods such as extortion of locals.

So with continued instability, insecurity and the societal factors that led to the group's formation in the first place still present - could we be seeing a resurgence for Islamic State in Iraq and Syria?

In this episode we'll take a look at Islamic State activity in the Middle East, specifically in its former strongholds of Iraq and Syria, examine the change in tactics in ISIS attacks, and how much of a threat it currently poses.

Intelligence Fusion's assessment is based on our day-to-day monitoring of the security landscape in Iraq and Syria. If you'd like to take a closer look at the intelligence that supports our analysis, get access to a 14-day free trial: https://hubs.ly/H0nk-FG0​​
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And just how likely is an invasion?

Tensions over Taiwan have recently escalated from tough talk to increased military activity, most notably with China showcasing its growing military strength in a clear display of the power it could bring to bear on the island it sees as a breakaway province.

China has long made reunification with Taiwan one of its long-term goals, ideally without the need for the use of force - but with sentiment in Taiwan increasingly turning towards independence, US-China relations deteriorating, and the ‘One China Policy’ seemingly under threat, there is concern that rather than continue to exert cultural, diplomatic and economic pressure to achieve that aim, it may instead turn to its growing military might to take the island by force.

Such a concern might have been unthinkable not too long ago - but we will take a look at the Chinese military advancements that mean even US officials are now warning that China could take Taiwan militarily in the next six years.

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And just how likely is an invasion?

Tensions over Taiwan have recently escalated from tough talk to increased military activity, most notably with China showcasing its growing military strength in a clear display of the power it could bring to bear on the island it sees as a breakaway province.

China has long made reunification with Taiwan one of its long-term goals, ideally without the need for the use of force - but with sentiment in Taiwan increasingly turning towards independence, US-China relations deteriorating, and the ‘One China Policy’ seemingly under threat, there is concern that rather than continue to exert cultural, diplomatic and economic pressure to achieve that aim, it may instead turn to its growing military might to take the island by force.

Such a concern might have been unthinkable not too long ago - but we will take a look at the Chinese military advancements that mean even US officials are now warning that China could take Taiwan militarily in the next six years.

Intelligence Fusion's assessment is based on our day-to-day monitoring of the security landscape in Taiwan. If you'd like to take a closer look at the intelligence that supports our analysis, get access to a 14-day free trial: https://hubs.ly/H0nk-FG0

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And who is most likely to be a target?

In 2020, Intelligence Fusion reported over 12,200 incidents in Mexico alone, ranging from murders, cartel skirmishes, armed robberies, and fuel theft among others. One of the most persistent threats in the country has been abductions and kidnappings - and we’ve already mapped 97 such incidents thus far at the start of 2021. 

The threat of abduction and kidnapping has evolved over recent years, and while it remains a point of concern for foreigners and business travelers, it now affects a wider section of Mexican society than ever before

Intelligence Fusion's assessment is based on our day-to-day monitoring of the security landscape in Mexico. If you'd like to take a closer look at the intelligence that supports our analysis, get access to a 14-day free trial: https://hubs.ly/H0nk-FG0
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And how can mining companies in Africa better prepare for it? 

COVID-19 has hit the mining industry particularly hard. With the detrimental impact that the pandemic is having on employment and living standards, there has been a consequent rise in illegal mining and crime targeting mines and extraction operations. 

In this week's episode of The Insight, our Senior Regional Analyst Viraj Pattni provides an overview of the security threats to mining that are damaging Africa's economy. 

Intelligence Fusion's assessment is based on our day-to-day monitoring of the security landscape in Africa.. If you'd like to take a closer look at the intelligence that supports our analysis, get access to a 14-day free trial: https://hubs.ly/H0nk-FG0
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