Global Threat Report

Global Intelligence Update

Your weekly brief giving you an intelligence-led approach to emerging global events and how they might impact you.

Iran: Strait of Hormuz Maritime Escalation & Regional Strikes

BLUF Between 10 and 20 March, the Iran conflict escalated sharply across every domain and crossed a critical new threshold with direct strikes on energy production infrastructure. The US conducted a large-scale precision strike on Kharg Island on 13 March, destroying over 90 military targets whil...

Mar 20, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: De Facto Closure and Global Energy Impact

BLUF US-Israeli strikes on Iran have led to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, creating an acute energy shock with significant potential for escalation. With roughly 20% of both global oil and LNG now stranded, the crisis is impacting energy markets and threatening major inflation acr...

Mar 06, 2026

Operation Epic Fury - A Primer and Outlook

Bottom Line Up Front On 28 February 2026, the United States and Israel launched a coordinated military campaign against Iran, designated Operation Epic Fury by the U.S. and Operation Roaring Lion by Israel. The strikes targeted Iranian leadership, nuclear infrastructure, missile production sites,...

Mar 04, 2026

QUICKLOOK: Starlink's evolving role in the Russo-Ukraine War

Bottom Line Up Front Ukraine's whitelist system has disrupted Russian Starlink access, with early signs of battlefield impact. But the episode exposes a deeper vulnerability - both sides depend on a single commercial actor for critical military functions. What We've Observed Starlink's Role in Uk...

by Analyst Hudson S. — Feb 25, 2026

QUICKLOOK: What is the operational reach of JNIM and ISSP into the coastal borderlands of Benin, Togo,and Ghana?

by Analyst, Joe O. Bottom Line Up Front JNIM has established operational reach into northern Benin and Togo and likely retains the capability to probe Ghana’s northern borderlands, though no confirmed attacks have occurred inside Ghana during the reporting window. ISSP does not currently present...

by Joe O. — Feb 22, 2026

Japan's military rise to counter China (can the Indo Pacific still rely on the US?)

Japan’s military rise is now one of the defining security stories in the Indo-Pacific. Tokyo has moved from a posture built around homeland defence and US support to one that aims to deter China directly, including the ability to strike back at launch sites and C2 infrastructure. Simply put: Chin...

Feb 10, 2026

People's Liberation Army - A High Level Primer

Here at ALCON, we are slowly ramping up for the development of our Military Intelligence Operators Course - a flagship training programme giving you the tools and knowledge required to become a true military intelligence operator. A key part of this role is understanding the adversary. What bette...

Feb 04, 2026

Special Report: The Battle for Greenland

Hey team, This special report sits on one fault line inside the Western alliance. The US push for control of Greenland has collided with Denmark, Greenland’s government, NATO unity, and EU trade tools. Moscow gets value from the friction, even with no new move on the ice. Here’s the current pictu...

Jan 20, 2026

Special Report: Iran

Hey team, Plenty of things to discuss globally, but this special edition stays on Iran. The currency has crashed, protests are running across the country, the Revolutionary Guards are talking up their missile strength, and the nuclear and sanctions tracks are back in the spotlight. Here is what i...

Jan 14, 2026

Special Report: Venezuela

Plenty of things to discuss in the headlines this week, but this special edition locks onto one theatre: Venezuela. A US raid has removed Nicolás Maduro, airstrikes have hit Caracas and other northern targets, and a lot of people are already asking what comes next. BLUF In the early hours of 3 Ja...

Jan 06, 2026

What to watch for 2026

Hey team, As 2025 draws to a close we wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you for all the support over the year. Through your support, we've been able to continue delivery of insights to our audience, keeping you informed across the worlds most pressing flashpoints.As we look ahead into ...

Dec 31, 2025

AI spies, near-miss dogfights and a volatile summer

Hey team, Plenty of things to discuss in the headlines this week, but the real events are happening in places most people aren’t looking. Peace talks are moving quietly, cyber hits are landing, and military manoeuvres are setting the pace. Here’s what matters now and what to watch in the coming d...

Dec 09, 2025

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