Publications

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Latest publications on Politics and Geopolitics

Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 03 Nov 2026

November 3, 2026

United States, Russia and Ukraine prepare for new peace negotiations. US midterm elections begin. Cyberattacks compromise emergency systems in Ukraine and Russia.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 26 October 2026

October 26, 2026

Iran says US diplomatic messages continue amid fears of renewed conflict. Ukraine disputes Musk’s claim that its military violated Starlink terms. Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 20 October 2026

October 20, 2026

Saudi-backed protests and unrest spread from France across several European countries. Trump pauses new Russia sanctions and permits Russian diesel sales to the US. Houthi missile strike kills at least 53 Yemeni government soldiers.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 29 September 2026

September 29, 2026

Russia intensifies drone strikes across Ukraine as Poland raises air defenses. US-Iran negotiations face major obstacles over the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear inspection. Renewed fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray region raises fears of wider regional confrontation.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 22 September 2026

September 22, 2026

The UN Assembly opens amid simultaneous wars in the Middle East and Europe. Middle East conflict widens as Houthi advances threaten a second strategic maritime corridor. Russia and Ukraine intensify long-range strikes ahead of high-level UN diplomacy.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 15 September 2026

September 15, 2026

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea islands as Yemen fighting intensifies. Ukraine offers reciprocal halt to strikes on infrastructure. NATO warns of Russian escalation close to Polish territory.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 08 Sep 2026

September 8, 2026

Russia launches major missile and drone attack on Kyiv after pause during US diplomatic visit. Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. US expands maritime campaign against Ecuadorian vessels allegedly linked to drug-trafficking.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 02 Sep 2026

September 2, 2026

U.S.-Iran hostilities intensify as Tehran targets Gulf states. EU weighs response after Germany attributes attempted drone attack to Russia. China warns Taiwan over participation at Pacific summit.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 25 August 2026

August 25, 2026

The United States intensifies economic sanctions against Iran. European leaders reinforce military backing for Ukraine. Spain convenes National Security Council to address situation in Ceuta.

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Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 18 August 2026

August 18, 2026

Tensions in Hormuz remain while Turkey urges Washington to pursue diplomacy with Iran. Ukraine launches major drone assault on Russia as Russian missile strike kills civilians.

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