Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Face Off Again in Brazil’s High-Stakes Rematch
Incumbent Lula meets Flávio Bolsonaro on Oct. 4, 2026 in a politically charged rematch that will test Brazil’s electorate and institutions.
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Ethiopia ordered the closure of its embassy and expelled Eritrean diplomats; Eritrea responded by cutting all diplomatic ties amid fears of wider conflict.
Shared Concern, Divergent Views: How the US and China Perceive AI
Shared unease masks stark differences in how the US and China perceive AI, shaping policy, industry and public debate.
Washington’s Post‑Midterm Calculus: Options and Risks in a Standoff with Iran
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Gulf Hedging Fails to Shield Region from War’s Fallout
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Lee Bars Combat Deployments to Middle East While Exploring Maritime Security Options
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In 19 months Washington ceded economic and diplomatic ground to Beijing, reshaping regional ties and global institutions.
Trump Signals Hope for End to Iran Conflict as Violence Spreads from Yemen to Saudi Cities
Trump expressed hope the Iran conflict may be ending as Saudi strikes in Yemen and Houthi attacks raise oil and shipping risks.
Saudi Coalition Alleges Houthi Strike on Mecca, Raising Regional Stakes
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