Global Politics with Leo

While the headlines have been dominated by a few major stories, a lot is happening across the world - and in this episode, we dive into it all. From near-total internet blackouts in Iran amid economic crisis and mass protests, to major shifts in US foreign policy under the Trump administration, we cover key developments you might’ve missed.We also touch on worsening US-Somalia relations, humanitarian updates from Gaza/Palestine, oil deals and political prisoners in Venezuela, Italy’s potential electoral overhaul, and the unexpected return of Greenland to the geopolitical conversation.You might know me from my educational political content on world news and international politics across social media platforms and Substack (LeoExplains / Leo Explains). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s global politics update, I dive into one of the most unexpected - and potentially game-changing - news stories in international affairs: Trump’s renewed push to acquire Greenland.Why does the U.S. want it so badly? Is it really about trade routes, rare minerals, and military positioning - or is there a bigger strategy at play? In this episode, I explore the history of U.S.–Greenland relations, unpack the 1916 promises to Denmark, and examine how Trump’s approach to NATO, Russia, and the Monroe Doctrine may all be connected.Could Greenland be the key to a post-NATO future for the United States? Let’s separate fact from speculation - and look at the data.And yes, I talk about Canada here too.You might know me from social media and Substack as Leo Explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions in global politics right now: are Europe and the U.S. about to give Ukraine real, legally binding security guarantees?The UK and France have signed a declaration of intent to deploy troops in Ukraine if a peace deal is reached, while the U.S. would oversee ceasefire monitoring using drones, satellites, and sensors. We break down what this actually means, how it’s different from the failed Budapest Memorandum, and why “legally binding guarantees” could change the entire post-war security order in Europe. But despite all this movement, the core problems remain: territory, NATO, and Putin’s domestic red lines. I explain why Russia is so fixated on Donetsk and Luhansk, why giving them up is politically almost impossible for Putin, and where there might (or might not) be room for compromise.Then, we move to the Central African Republic, where President Touadéra has just secured a third term after term limits were scrapped. We look at how Russia became the key power broker in the country, why CAR is strategically and economically important (diamonds, gold, uranium), and what this says about Moscow’s broader strategy in Africa.Finally, we cover rising tensions between China and Japan.You might know Leo for his politics and news content on social media platforms as Leo Explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do Venezuelans really feel about what’s happening right now? In this episode, I cut through viral videos, selective outrage, and political spin to examine how Venezuelan reactions and emotions are being used - and misused - by media and governments. Using hard data on inflation, elections, approval ratings, and polling inside and outside Venezuela, this episode separates emotion from evidence to answer a difficult question: widespread rejection of Maduro doesn’t automatically mean certainty, celebration, or trust in what comes next. A data-driven look at propaganda, perception, and why the truth is rarely simple.You might know Leo from social media platforms as Leo Explains where he covers world news and global politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Venezuela Explained: Trump Captures Nicolás Maduro, US Strikes, and What Happens Next | Politics News & AnalysisIn today’s Venezuela episode, I break down the biggest news story in global politics: the US operation that captured Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro (and his wife) and launched strikes tied to that mission. We’ll walk through what happened, why the Trump administration says it did it, and what comes next.This episode is explained with context and evidence-led analysis - from the disputed 2024 Venezuelan election and international recognition, to the US claims about drugs, migration, and legitimacy. I also cover the role of Marco Rubio in shaping the US policy, Trump’s comments about Venezuelan oil, and the key legal question: international law vs the US domestic law.In this episode:What happened: Maduro’s capture and the strikes linked to the operation.The Trump administration’s three stated reasons: drugs, migration, legitimacy.The contested 2024 election, fraud allegations, and who recognized Maduro.“Cartel of the Suns” claims.Trump’s comments on Venezuelan oil and US investment.The legality debate: UN Charter Article 2(4), self-defence arguments, and enforcement reality.What happens next: the opposition, the vice president, the military, and transition risks.Global implications for Russia, Iran, the EU, and Latin America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.