
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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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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Lula Wins Brazil’s Presidency, in Stunning Blow to Latin America’s Right
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva triumphed over Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of the right-wing leader he defeated four years ago.By Ana Ionova and Adam B. Ellick
Published on : Sun Oct 25 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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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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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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‘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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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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Serbia’s Longtime Strongman Concedes Defeat in Parliamentary Election
“It is clear that we have lost these elections,” Aleksandar Vucic said in a surprisingly early speech congratulating his opponents.By Andrew Higgins and Alisa Dogramadzieva
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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Four Ways Israel’s Election Could End. Eventually.
No party is expected to achieve a clear victory, which means the election will likely only be the first step in determining who will form the next government. Here’s how that might unfold.By Aaron Boxerman and Josh Holder
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s Leading Opposition Figure, Returns Home
After nearly 10 months in exile, Ms. Machado, a Nobel laureate, came back to challenge leaders who have sidelined her and press for new elections.By Julie Turkewitz, Edward Wong and Adam Entous
Published on : Sun Oct 25 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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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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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)

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 Lula’s Election Victory in Brazil, and What Comes Next
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won a fourth term, halting a string of conservative victories in Latin America. His opponent disputed the result.By Ana Ionova, Adam B. Ellick and Yan Zhuang
Published on : Mon Oct 26 2026
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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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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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Lula has accused Meta of helping his opponent.
By Ana Ionova
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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A.I. videos flooded the internet in the run-up to the election.
By Ana Ionova
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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Who Is María Corina Machado?
The Venezuelan opposition leader returned home from exile to a country firmly under American control. How are her relations with Washington?By Julie Turkewitz, Jonathan Wolfe and Ephrat Livni
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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Modi’s Plan to Stop India’s Protests
The Indian leader, facing a volatile youth uprising, appears to be deliberately drawing into the fray a political rival he’s beaten before.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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A corruption scandal involving a Brazilian Supreme Court justice has shaken up the election.
By Ana Ionova
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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What’s at Stake in Brazil’s Elections?
On Sunday, Brazilians will choose between a beleaguered left-wing incumbent and a right-wing challenger. Trade, security and democracy are on the table.By Zane Irwin
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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Here’s the latest.
By Adam B. Ellick and Ana Ionova
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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Saudi Arabia Reopens Riyadh Airport Even as Houthis Threaten Further Strikes
The Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni militia, launched several deadly attacks on the airport this month.By Vivian Nereim
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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A Day After Renewed Street Clashes in France, Relief and Anxiety Mix
While the police kept a lid on vandalism, the huge number of protesters and France’s fraught politics suggest unrest could grow.By Mark Landler and Ségolène Le Stradic
Published on : Sun Oct 25 2026
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