Three major elections over the weekend - in Portugal, Thailand, and Japan. Japan’s result was the most consequential by far. We break down how Sanae Takaichi turned a fragile leadership position into a historic landslide, what her agenda looks like, and why her rise matters for Japan’s economy, China relations, and the US alliance.

We then look at Indonesia’s preparations to deploy up to 8,000 troops to Gaza as part of President Trump’s 20-point peace plan. What is the International Stabilisation Force meant to do, who’s willing to participate, and what happens if Hamas or Israel refuses to comply?

We also cover:

• Marco Rubio’s politically charged visit to Hungary and Slovakia ahead of Viktor Orbán’s toughest election in years
• A Reuters investigation revealing Ethiopia’s alleged role in the Sudan War & the UAE alleged role.
• Kenyan citizens being recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine, and how African countries are being pulled into the war.

Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis. New episodes break down geopolitics, conflicts, power struggles, global affairs and world news in a simple way without the noise.

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