Politics Trump open to nuclear talks with Xi and Putin as summit remains unconfirmed Trump backs possible three-way nuclear discussions, but Moscow says no meeting is agreed and Beijing opposes trilateral disarmament talks.
Politics Trump backs Netanyahu nine days before Israeli election Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of the October 27 vote, while polls leave the prospects for a governing coalition uncertain.
Politics Czech opposition retains Senate control as Babiš’s ANO wins no contested seats Opposition candidates won 22 of 27 seats in the Czech Senate election, while Prime Minister Andrej Babiš pledged to continue his government’s agenda.
Politics Trump waives new Russia sanctions as Zelenskyy urges support for their revival Trump suspends penalties under the Graham Act; Zelenskyy calls for support, while earlier sanctions remain in place.
Politics US sues California to halt counting of ballots from alleged noncitizens Federal officials seek citizenship checks for more than 20,000 voters; California disputes the evidence and says eligible voters could lose their rights.
Politics EU leaders meet in Brussels over energy costs, China trade and future budget The two-day summit brings together energy relief, trade protection and negotiations on the EU’s 2028–2034 budget.
Politics Trump rallies in Alaska as Senate contest puts energy costs in focus Trump campaigned for Dan Sullivan in Wasilla as Democrat Mary Peltola challenges him in a race with implications for Senate control.
Politics Indian opposition seeks Supreme Court intervention over voter list revisions Opposition leaders seek an audit and temporary halt to voter-list revisions; India’s Election Commission denies political bias.
Politics Italy approves electoral reform with bonus seats for winning alliances Italy’s Chamber approved the reform 227–164, changing election rules before the 2027 vote as the opposition promises a constitutional challenge.
Politics Two lawsuits challenge taxpayer funding of Trump ads before midterms Democrats and a watchdog coalition seek to halt public spending on Trump television ads as the White House defends the campaign.
Politics October 7 anniversary puts Netanyahu’s record at center of Israeli election Israel marks three years since the Hamas attack as responsibility for security failures shapes the campaign before the October 27 vote.
Politics Parti Québécois wins Quebec election but falls short of majority Quebec’s pro-independence party wins a minority mandate, leaving its legislative agenda dependent on opposition support.