In this episode of What Just Happened?, Marco Giannangeli is joined by Lead Europe Analyst Alexander Lord and Rear Admiral Chris Parry to examine the growing threat to critical national infrastructure beneath the sea. They explore the recent increase in Russian naval activity and the expanding use of civilian vessels for strategic purposes. The discussion focuses on the vulnerability of undersea cables, the challenges of attribution and plausible deniability, and the risks this poses to the UK and its allies.

Interested in our guest? Rear Admiral Chris Parry, CBE, has had a distinguished record of executive achievement in senior military, public service and private sector roles. He also has an internationally recognised profile and reputation for his future forecasting, thought leadership and academic research across several sectors.

Learn more about Chris via his website: https://chrisparry.org.uk/

Check out Chris' book, 'Sea Power in the 21st Century': https://www.amazon.co.uk/Super-Highway-Power-21st-Century/dp/1908739843

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In this episode, Samuel McVicar is joined by intelligence analyst Inigo Camilleri De Castanedo to unpack Peru’s chaotic election cycle and the growing tensions surrounding the country’s political future.

They discuss delayed vote counting, allegations of fraud and why a deeply fragmented electoral field has created uncertainty following Peru’s recent elections. They also assess the regional implications of Peru’s political turmoil, including growing security concerns along the borders and what neighbouring governments will be watching closely in the weeks ahead.

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In this episode, Sibylline Media Editor Marco Giannangeli is joined by Lead Americas Analyst Lewis Galvin and Professor Alessio Patalano of King’s College London to examine global tensions stemming from the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints.

They explore the strategic and legal realities of disrupting shipping through the Strait, including what it would take to enforce a blockade and how such a move would be interpreted under international law. The discussion also assesses Washington’s political calculus, the risks of escalation, and the potential consequences for global trade and energy markets.

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