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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin confirms date for trilateral Ukraine talks — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Vladimir Putin said a new round of Russia-US-Ukraine negotiations will begin next week in Abu Dhabi, according to RT.
- 7 min
- United Arab Emirates
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's massive Arlington triumphal arch approved for construction by federal planning commission
The National Capital Planning Commission voted 8–4 to approve the proposed triumphal arch. Construction has not been confirmed.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Peggy Flanagan Calls for Democrats to Replace Chuck Schumer
Peggy Flanagan called for Senate Democrats to replace Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. No leadership challenge or caucus vote was reported.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance says the ‘real reason’ for GOP rout was anger over Iran war
Vice President JD Vance said anger over the Iran war was the “real reason” Republicans lost ground in the U.S. midterm elections.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat as Trump campaigns via telephone
Trump is campaigning by phone and stepping back from in-person rallies as Paxton and Talarico vie for a Texas Senate seat.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Times Square’s ‘Naked Cowboy’ Endorses Republican Bruce Blakeman for New York Governor: ‘Time For a Leader Who Sticks To The Facts’
The Times Square performer endorsed Republican Bruce Blakeman for New York governor, calling for a leader who sticks to the facts.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Honda warns 50% Canada auto tariffs would be catastrophic for auto industry
Honda warns that 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles and parts would be catastrophic for the auto industry. Trump has tied the threat to a trade deal.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Voting Underway in Israel as Netanyahu Faces Battle for Survival
Voting began across Israel on Oct. 27, 2026, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a test of his political future. No results are available yet.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump supporters confront Iran, affordability concerns with a message for critics: 'Give him time'
Supporters say they stand by Trump despite rising gas prices and affordability concerns linked to the Iran war.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
What to know about the Israeli elections as Netanyahu faces a battle for survival
After three years marked by war, crisis and global outcry, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a major electoral test.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Obama campaigns for Democrats, and France demonstrations continue: Weekend Rundown
Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Democrats at an Ohio rally Saturday ahead of the midterm elections and criticized President Donald Trump.
- 7 min
- United States
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Trump Blasts ‘Jihadist’ El-Sayed for Portraying Himself as Doctor
President Trump criticized how Abdul El-Sayed portrays himself as a medical doctor and said he should not be allowed to serve in the Senate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
The one thing everyone can do to fight for free and fair elections
An October 2026 appeal proposes a way people can help protect free and fair U.S. House, Senate and state elections, regardless of what Donald Trump may do.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US state issues arrest warrant for Raul Castro — RT World News
RT reports a Florida arrest warrant for former Cuban President Raul Castro tied to a 1996 plane shootdown. Court and enforcement details remain unclear.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
California woman indicted on charges that she was spying for China
Prosecutors allege she spied on Taiwan's president's son for China. She was indicted earlier in October; the allegation has not been proven in court.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan
Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...
- 7 min
- China
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Lula or Bolsonaro: Wall Street braces for two wildly different results in Brazil election
A supplied report says Wall Street is preparing for different market reactions to Brazil’s presidential election but provides no specific forecasts.
- 7 min
- Brazil
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
JPMorgan lays out the investing playbook for 3 midterm-election scenarios
JPMorgan views gridlock as relatively benign for markets, citing fewer sweeping policy changes. Details of its other two scenarios were not provided.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes
A claim projects thousands in added household energy costs through 2040 but gives no policy details, source or method for the estimate.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
“Berlin 4” Lawyer on Pro-Palestine Protest Crackdown & Germany’s Unconditional Support for Israel
A Democracy Now! interview with a lawyer linked to the “Berlin 4” examines pro-Palestine speech and Germany’s support for Israel.
- 7 min
- Germany
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general
In Washington, the Senate HELP Committee advanced Nicole Saphier's nomination on Sept. 30, 2026. She has not been confirmed.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ethics expert on taxpayers paying for Trump's new ads
Former U.S. ethics official Christopher Swartz is named in coverage questioning the ads' funding. No payment records or ethics violation are established.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump hosts tech leaders for meeting on A.I.
President Trump hosted tech leaders for a meeting on artificial intelligence in Washington, according to a Sept. 29 report.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says U.S., Iran slated for indirect talks after he rejects latest proposal
Trump says indirect talks are slated after he rejected Tehran’s latest proposal. No date or venue has been announced.
- 7 min
- United States