
Two Visions, Two Israels, One Nation in the Balance
As Israel votes, hard-right nationalism competes with the country’s founding ideals. The outcome could shape Israel’s identity for years.By Roger Cohen
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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IsraelJudean Desert (Israel)West BankHamasRaam Party (Israel)Religious Zionism (Israeli Political Party)Yashar Party (Israel)Abbas, MansourNetanyahu, BenjaminSmotrich, Bezalel (1980- )Eisenkot, GadiSimcha RothmanYoav Segalovitz

The Issues Dividing Israelis as They Vote
The question of accountability for the government’s failures in the Hamas-led attacks on Oct. 7, 2023, looms over the election.By Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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Eisenkot, GadiNetanyahu, Benjamin

A Rare Cease-Fire, Brokered by Melania Trump, Begins in a Besieged Ukrainian City
Many people left in Oleshky, where bombardment is constant, have run out of food. A truce that began Tuesday is supposed to allow aid in and civilians out.By Carlotta Gall and Oleksandr Chubko
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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King Charles’s Caribbean Tour Is a High-Stakes Diplomatic Test
The king will confront calls for reparations and apologies for his country’s colonial past as he attends the Commonwealth heads of government meeting.By Michael D. Shear
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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What’s the Commonwealth? A Guide as King Charles Heads to the Caribbean.
King Charles III is traveling to host a meeting of the leaders of more than 50 nations.By Michael D. Shear
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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Jordan Airstrikes on Syria Kill Seven Civilians, Syrian State Media Says
The strikes were in retaliation for an attack on a church in southern Jordan on Friday, the Jordan military said. They threatened to damage relations between the two neighbors.By Raja Abdulrahim
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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Two British Men Charged Over Major Security Incident at U.K. Air Base
One man is accused of helping Iranian intelligence in connection with the events at R.A.F. Fairford, a base used by the United States in its war against Iran.By Megan Specia
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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5 Key Moments From Israel’s Pivotal Election Campaign
New political alliances, a contentious A.I. video and accusations about security failures all featured in the run-up to Tuesday’s election, widely seen as one of the most consequential in Israeli history.By Adam Rasgon
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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IsraelNetanyahu, BenjaminEisenkot, GadiAbbas, MansourBennett, NaftaliLapid, Yair

Flávio Bolsonaro Ordered to Hand Over Passport in Money Laundering Inquiry
Brazil’s Supreme Court told the police to seize passport of Mr. Bolsonaro, who lost the presidential election, over his links to an investigation.By Ana Ionova, Alice Maciel and Thayz Guimarães
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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BrazilUnited StatesBolsonaro, EduardoBolsonaro, FlavioBolsonaro, Jair (1955- )Moraes, Alexandre de (1968- )

To Work With P.O.W.s, Ukrainians Suppress Feelings About the Enemy
Much has been said about how Ukraine should treat Russian prisoners of war. Less attention has been paid to the emotional struggle for the Ukrainians tasked with that work.By Cassandra Vinograd and Oksana Parafeniuk
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Venezuelan Opposition Leader’s Return Tests Limits of U.S. Sway
Seeking new elections, María Corina Machado will need to tread carefully to avoid offending the Trump administration, while also asserting her own leadership.By Simon Romero and Edward Wong
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Egypt Approves Sending Military Support to Defend Saudi Arabia From Houthis
The Egyptians will commit forces for defensive purposes only, officials have said, as the kingdom exchanges increasingly deadly strikes with the Iranian-backed militia in Yemen.By Erika Solomon and Rania Khaled
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Serbia’s Election Shows New Vulnerability for Nationalist Populists
In much of Europe, the advance of the right has been seen as unstoppable. But in the east, nationalists are being cast aside in places where they long governed.By Andrew Higgins
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Israeli Jews Across the Spectrum Face an Election of Fears
Supporters and opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have expressed intense anxieties about isolation abroad, security at home and the future of Israel’s identity.By David M. Halbfinger
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Hong Kong’s ‘Apartment Horror’ Films Skewer Its Ghastly Property Market
In one of the world’s least affordable housing markets, high-density housing is a backdrop for exploring superstition and socioeconomic anxiety.By Hari Raj
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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Here’s the latest.
By Aaron Boxerman and David M. Halbfinger
Published on : Tue Oct 27 2026
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France Makes Concessions to Students, but Not Enough to Halt Protests
The government promised to phase out an unpopular university admissions system by 2028. Student groups are pushing for more.By Mark Landler
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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The Digital Army That Catapulted Lula to Victory in Brazil
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won another term on Sunday, with the help of a seismic social media campaign that convinced Brazilians to reject his rival.By Ana Ionova, Adam B. Ellick and Jack Nicas
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Netanyahu Pushed for Attack on Iran Ahead of Israeli Election, Officials Say
Israel’s military chief resisted the prime minister, who then pressed in recent days for a separate action, short of an overt strike, according to an official and a person briefed on the matter.By David M. Halbfinger, Ronen Bergman, Natan Odenheimer, Adam Rasgon and Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Mexico’s Top Election Official Resigns Amid Corruption Scandal
Guadalupe Taddei Zavala, the head of the electoral watchdog, stepped down after facing accusations of corruption and influence peddling.By Paulina Villegas
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Election Surprises
Serbia and Brazil are very different countries. But their unexpected election results tell us a lot.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Israel Has Committed Genocidal Acts in Gaza Since Cease-Fire, U.N. Human Rights Panel Says
The panel also accuses Israel of committing crimes against humanity in the West Bank. Israel condemned the report.By Nick Cumming-Bruce
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Civilian Suffering Was Goal of Russian Strikes in Ukraine, U.N. Panel Says
The assaults on infrastructure, which cut off heat and power on bitterly cold winter days, amounted to a crime against humanity, investigators said.By Nick Cumming-Bruce
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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UkraineUnited Nations

Convicted Australian Murderer Loses Bid to Eat Vegemite in Prison
A judge agreed that denying the staple restricted the prisoner’s cultural rights but ruled that keeping drug dogs focused and cells free of illicit home brew was more important.By Karla Adam
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Victoria (Australia)

Norway Pushes Back After Trump Disparages It Over Nobel Prize Decision
Norwegian officials emphasized that their government does not have any influence over who receives the Peace Prize, after President Trump used crude language to express his frustration.By Leo Sands and Henrik Pryser Libell
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Flurry of Diplomacy in Iran as Regional Countries Try to Stave Off War
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan made a rare joint visit to Tehran amid reports that the U.S. and Israel were drawing up plans to renew their attacks on Iran.By Erika Solomon, Vivian Nereim and Adam Rasgon
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Chris Brown Gets Suspended Prison Sentence Over Nightclub Assault
The singer, 37, had pleaded guilty after hitting a music producer repeatedly in the head with a bottle in London in 2023. He is unlikely to serve any prison time.By Alex Marshall
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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What to Know About Brazil’s Election, and What Comes Next
President Luis Inácio Lula da Silva’s victory ended a string of presidential election wins by right-wing candidates in Latin America. His opponent has refused to accept defeat.By Ana Ionova, Adam B. Ellick and Yan Zhuang
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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A New Era of War: A Nine-Ton U.S. Helicopter Versus a Drone
The U.S. Army is training Apache pilots to shoot down drones as militaries around the world assess the efficacy of 20th-century technologies in a new era.By Michael Schwirtz
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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Jordan Arrests 3 in Connection With Church Attack, State Media Reports
Nine people were killed and dozens were wounded in the attack last week on a Greek Orthodox Church in southern Jordan.By Raja Abdulrahim
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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How Lula Came Back
Maps show where Brazil’s progressive president surged ahead to win re-election, a dramatic reversal from the first round of voting.By Sergio Peçanha and Agnes Chang
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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BrazilDa Silva, Luiz Inacio LulaBolsonaro, Flavio

Is the Venice Soccer Team Ever Going to Be as Good as It Looks?
Venezia FC, a historically modest club, has become a fashion sensation. But its performance has struggled to match the off-field hype.By Emma Bubola
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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EuropeVenice (Italy)Niederauer, Duncan L

‘Pull Out the Sick Trees’: Xi’s Constant Purges Pave Way for Next Term
The Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who is likely preparing to secure a fourth term in power in 2027, has complained that officials cannot be trusted.By Chris Buckley
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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The presidential election in Brazil is a test of Trump’s power as a kingmaker.
By Ana Ionova and Adam B. Ellick
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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BrazilDa Silva, Luiz Inacio LulaBolsonaro, FlavioBolsonaro, Jair (1955- )Trump, Donald J

The future of the Amazon rainforest could depend on who wins.
By Sergio Peçanha and Ana Ionova
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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