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Mis and disinformation are rising, and access to verified information has never been more crucial. Factal’s Head of News, Jillian Stampher, and International SOS’ Managing Editor, Anton Dittner and Security Director Adam Lakhani discuss how organisations can stay informed and keep their people safe.

The political situation in Zimbabwe is tense, with implications for the risk environment ahead of an election scheduled for 2028. Lead Security Analyst Baani Gambhir and Managing Editor Anton Dittner discuss our risk assessment and outline key considerations for organisations operating in the country.

Anti-corruption protests in Nepal escalated into a nationwide movement, forcing the prime minister’s resignation and triggering a curfew. International SOS’ Lead Security Analyst Anugya Chitransh explains the security implications and what precautions organisations should take. 

In August 2025, International SOS lowered its Security Risk Rating for Lebanon’s Beqaa and Baalbek-Hermel governorates from EXTREME to HIGH. Pauline Latil, Senior Security Specialist at International SOS shares what this means for organisations and travellers. 

A military operation following Russian drones entering Poland’s airspace overnight on 9-10 September has disrupted air travel, with the authorities' advising residents in affected areas to remain at home. International SOS’ Lead Security Analyst Tarun Nijjer sets out the precautions we are advising for travellers and organisations. 

Alors que la Côte d'Ivoire se prépare pour les élections présidentielles du 25 octobre, les inquiétudes concernant les tensions politiques, la désinformation et les troubles potentiels s'intensifient. Dans cet épisode Beatrix Renaut, Responsable Sûreté, revient sur le climat politique actuel, les principaux risques liés au scrutin et partage les conclusions de sa récente visite dans le pays avant les élections.

Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a US-brokered peace plan after years of conflict and months of tense negotiations. Louise Hogan, Lead Security Analyst for Eastern Europe and Central Asia at International SOS, outlines the deal’s key elements, its broader geopolitical implications, and what it means for the South Caucasus’ security environment. 

Cambodia and Thailand have reached a ceasefire after recent border clashes. Anugya Chitransh, Lead Security Analyst for Southeast Asia at International SOS, outlines the potential security implications, what this means for traveller safety, and key considerations for organisations operating in the region.  

International SOS clients have access to the latest, in-depth security and health risk information through the Assistance App, Portal, and via our 24/7 Assistance Centres. 

As Côte d’Ivoire prepares for presidential elections on 25 October, concerns over political tensions, disinformation, and potential unrest are rising. In this episode, Maria Ghigliotti, Lead Security Analyst for West Africa, is joined by Regional Security Manager Beatrix Renaut to assess the current political climate, discuss key risks surrounding the vote, and share findings from a recent pre-election country visit.

Nearly a year after the fall of the Awami League government, political uncertainty persists in Bangladesh. Akshat Sharma, a Security Specialist from our Asia Lead Security Centre, shares insights into the current risks, the impact of student-led protests, and what the upcoming general election could mean for organisations operating in the country.