Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] The carelessness and disregard for operational security could worry American allies and create concern about sharing secret information. Antiwar.com
• [New] Middle East and Africa: The Middle East and Africa region exhibit a significant demand for artillery ammunition due to the volatile geopolitical landscape and security threats. MarkWide Research
• [New] Amid challenges to energy systems including geopolitical risks and growing demand for power worldwide, concerns over energy security will continue into 2025. Spectra by MHI
• [New] The deployment of Suwaydawi forces alongside non-local government forces could secure Druze locals from Sunni extremists and build trust between the Druze community and the Syrian government. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] The IMI standard will provide much more detailed real-time transaction data, enabling the USPS to automate operations, employ better security standards, and ensure correct postage is used. Pitney Bowes
• [New] As the Chinese government promotes energy security as part of its national strategy, it is expected to provide preferential treatment for overseas projects and strengthen its bargaining power. ABITA LLC&MARKETING JAPAN
• [New] Europe has made a big mistake by not making diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukrainian conflict, and will be forced to pay for the lost war, while the United States has secured access to Ukraine's resources. EADaily
• [New] National security probes on key minerals are ongoing and could still trigger tariffs later in 2025. Simply Wall St
• [New] The expansion of CCS infrastructure could boost energy security, economic growth, and job opportunities in the United States. Nature
• [New] International organizations supported by the Taliban threaten both the security of China and Iran as well as Pakistan and the Central Asian republics and strive for global security threats. Eurasia Review
• [New] Just as Athens' imperial expansion was perceived as destabilizing by its rivals, Russia perceives NATO's encroachment eastward as a threat to its national security and regional hegemony. GreekReporter.com
• [New] Today's historic commitment will invest billions of dollars into American communities and position the United States as a manufacturing leader in battery technology that is critical to national and grid security. Daily Energy Insider
• [New] American companies will receive preferential access to new Ukrainian minerals deals, giving them advantages in securing contracts for exploration, extraction, and potentially processing of critical minerals in Ukraine. Discovery Alert
• [New] The values of a democratic nation that respects international law is under threat through its planned ban on the Ukrainian Orthodox Church over 'national security'. CapX
• [New] The decision to enhance security for Hafiz Saeed likely stems from increasing fears within Pakistan's intelligence community. Trends Newsline
• [New] With Canada potentially seeking new defence and trade partners, the U.S. might find it harder to coordinate on issues like critical minerals, border security and NATO defence spending. Las Vegas Sun
• [New] Joining the EU might stabilise the Ukraine politically; but it cannot be successful without being given assurances that a new war is unlikely, and that the EU will secure the resources needed for Ukraine to protect its country and its citizens. TheGreeks.com.au
• [New] Finally Israeli cultivated meat startup Aleph Farms has secured regulatory approvals in Israel and unveiled modifications to its core technology that it claims will enable it to make whole cuts with fewer steps at lower cost. AgFunderNews
• [New] Hamas does not have a presence in Britain and does not pose any threat to its national security nor to its nationals overseas, save for the threat that extends to all individuals, irrespective of nationality, who participate in genocide, apartheid and illegal belligerent occupation. Jewish Voice for Labour
• [New] Growers did not want to lose efficiencies in their operations and needed to maintain productive land with minimal risk to ensure food security for Australia. Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Last updated: 06 May 2025