What We’re Watching - 29th June 2026

What We're Watching | Gaza, China's Supercomputer Breakthrough & Crimea Under Pressure

This week on What We're Watching, we examine three major geopolitical developments that could have long-term global consequences.

We begin with a new U.N. investigative report that concludes Israeli forces deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza as part of actions the commission says amount to genocide. We examine the findings, what they mean under international law, and why this report could shape future diplomatic and legal battles.

Next, we look at China's latest technological milestone after its LineShine supercomputer overtook the United States to become the world's fastest. Despite years of export controls, sanctions and restrictions on advanced chips, China has continued developing an indigenous technology base. We assess what this means for the global technology race and the future balance of power.

Finally, we analyse the deteriorating situation in Crimea after Russia declared a state of emergency following some of Ukraine's largest drone attacks of the war. Has Ukraine found a new way to pressure Russia, or will these attacks have little impact on the overall battlefield?

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Chapters

0:00 – Intro 0:10 – Israel continues to commit genocide by deliberately targeting children 2:27 – Chinese Supercomputer Overtakes US as World’s Fastest 3:51 – State of Emergency Declared in Crimea

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