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Ten days that could shake the world: democratic norms at stake in four pivotal elections

Brazil, Israel, Serbia and the US are holding elections within the space of 10 days. Will the authoritarian right cement its global gains, or can pro-democracy forces make a comeback? Four elections on four continents within 10 days could profoundly reshape global politics, propelling the world further along its current authoritarian trajectory or…

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The Guardian· Oct 25, 7:00 AMTen days that could shake the world: democratic norms at stake in four pivotal elections

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Trump Prepares for Iran Escalation After US, Israeli Polls(Bloomberg) -- A Middle East war that President Donald Trump said would be over in a matter of weeks now looks set to escalate as it enters its ninth month.

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US midterms: At Florida rally, Trump vows action against Cuba after Iran warUS President Donald Trump. US President Donald Trump has said he will turn his attention to Cuba once the war with Iran is settled, using a campaign rally in

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A New Level of Threat and Fear Risks Pushing the U.S. and Iran Back to Full WarWith new intelligence and the possibility of all sides seeking pretexts for action, the war in Iran is entering a dangerous phase ahead of elections in the United States and Israel.

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Pentagon drafts Iran attack plans as Tehran threatens aggressive retaliationThe U.S. military has drawn up options to potentially attack Iran after the U.S. midterm elections, possibly renewing the conflict that has lasted over eight months. The U.S. Central Command (Centcom), which oversees U.S. forces in the Middle East, has plans ready to conduct follow-up strikes against Iran if there’s authorization from the White House,...

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Musk says he was behind Starlink's slowdown in UkraineElon Musk on Saturday alluded to being behind last week’s Starlink slowdown in Ukraine which impacted the country’s military capabilities. “Ukraine military violated Starlink terms of service and used it for offensive drone strikes to kill people. That loophole was closed last week,” Musk said in a post on social platform X. The slowdown happened...

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Iran’s oil lifeline is drying up. The biggest pain may fall on ordinary citizensIran's floating oil inventory has fallen to zero as the U.S. naval blockade tightens, but the IRGC may be shielded while civilians bear the pain.

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Elon Musk Says Ukraine Violated Starlink’s RulesThe comments came after the disruption in the country’s satellite service. Earlier, Ukraine said drones using Starshield, the Pentagon-funded service, were back to normal speeds.

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Ukraine divides Republicans in final sprint to midterms

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Poll data reveals widening divide over Israel that could reshape Senate control

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