Oleksandr Merezhko, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada committee on foreign policy, said that Ukraine and its European partners must take part in a possible trilateral meeting of the leaders of Russia, the United States and China, otherwise decisions could be made without Kyiv.
Donald Trump, speaking before Republican Party supporters in Mississippi, said he is not satisfied with the military ceasefire with Iran reached in the summer. He also commented on the decision to launch the military operation and the situation around the Strait of Hormuz.
Lula da Silva has won a fourth presidential term, betting on defending sovereignty from pressure by Washington. Trump called the election 'rigged' but said he 'loves' Lula. We examine what lies behind the contradictory US reaction and which issues could once again strain relations. Lula da Silva has won a fourth presidential term, betting on defending sovereignty against pressure from Washington. Trump called the election a 'sham' but said he 'loves' Lula. We examine what lies behind the contradictory US reaction and which issues could once again strain relations.
Two US Catholic bishops said they had not intended to take part in a political event after the White House published a video of their prayer with the president. The incident occurred amid a decline in Trump's approval rating among Catholics ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
US President Donald Trump announced a $1 million reward for information about fraud in past elections or in the upcoming midterm elections on November 3 — provided the perpetrators are arrested and convicted. The announcement was made a week before the vote that will determine which party controls Congress.
Donald Trump sharply responded to Barack Obama, who compared the renovated White House to a restaurant. The conflict concerns the renovation of the residence, including a ballroom and golden interior, and erupted against the backdrop of a Democratic campaign rally in Ohio.
Eight days before the midterm elections, Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee released a 53-page report and urged Attorney General Todd Blanche to appoint an independent special prosecutor in the matter of Donald Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
In the final days before Israel's general election, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken a series of controversial steps: he posted an AI-generated image of a nuclear strike on Tel Aviv with a warning of a 'second Holocaust,' proposed using cryptocurrency to circumvent sanctions, received a renewed endorsement from Donald Trump, and, according to media reports, tried to reach a deal with an ultra-Orthodox party to withdraw from the race. The opposition accuses him of intimidating voters and corrupt deals. In the final days before the general election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken a series of controversial steps: he published an AI-generated image of a nuclear strike on Tel Aviv with a warning of a 'second Holocaust,' proposed using cryptocurrency to circumvent sanctions, received renewed backing from Donald Trump, and, according to media reports, tried to reach an agreement with an ultra-Orthodox party to withdraw from the race. The opposition accuses him of intimidating voters and of corrupt deals.
At a rally in Michigan, Donald Trump accused Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, a candidate for the US Senate, of ties to 'jihadists' and the 'Muslim Brotherhood,' invoking the September 11 attacks. Criticism came even from a former Trump supporter. The November 3 election is considered one of the most competitive in the midterms.
At a campaign rally in Michigan, Donald Trump said he does not want immigrants from Norway because he did not receive the Nobel Peace Prize. This year's prize went to Navi Pillay of South Africa. Norway's Foreign Ministry reminded him of the Nobel Committee's independence.
Audi announced plans to build its first plant in the US near Macon (Georgia) at a cost of about $4 billion, creating around 4,500 jobs. Production of up to 200,000 vehicles per year is planned to begin in the early 2030s. The announcement was made at a Donald Trump campaign rally and drew sharp criticism in Germany. Audi has announced plans to build its first plant in the US near Macon, Georgia, worth about $4 billion and creating around 4,500 jobs. Production of up to 200,000 vehicles per year is expected to begin in the early 2030s. The announcement was made at a Donald Trump campaign rally and drew sharp criticism in Germany.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha ironically commented on reports about Viktor Orban's possible promotion to the post of UN Secretary-General, recalling his practice of blocking decisions in the EU and the coffee episode at the 2023 summit.
BBC News examines five key changes in US immigration policy under Donald Trump: a collapse in border crossings, accelerated wall construction, a rise in ICE arrests, a reduction in refugee admissions and tighter visa rules. Polls show the issue remains central ahead of the midterm elections, but voter support for the hard line is showing cracks. BBC News examines five key changes in US immigration policy under Donald Trump: a collapse in border crossings, accelerated wall construction, rising ICE detentions, reduced refugee admissions and tightened visa rules. Polls show the issue remains central ahead of the midterms, but support for the hard line among voters is showing cracks. BBC News examines five key changes in US immigration policy under Donald Trump: a collapse in border crossings, accelerated wall construction, rising ICE arrests, reduced refugee admissions and tightened visa rules. Polls show the issue remains central ahead of the midterm elections, but voter support for the hard line is showing cracks.
Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu for the second time in a week ahead of Israel's parliamentary election. Analysts differ in their assessments: according to a Channel 12 poll, 64% of voters say the endorsement will not affect their vote, while 17% say it makes them less willing to vote for Netanyahu. Experts are also discussing the implications for coalition talks and policy toward Iran.
The leaders of Canada and the European Union are meeting at a two-day summit in Montreal to deepen their alliance in defense, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals. A possible 'associated member' status in the EU for Canada is being discussed, which Donald Trump has criticized. There are opponents of the rapprochement on both sides.
At a campaign rally in Florida, Donald Trump said 200 percent tariffs could be imposed on Russia and Ukraine if a peace agreement is not reached, but he himself doubted the effectiveness of such a measure. Earlier, on October 21, Putin met with Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Moscow declared its readiness for trilateral talks in the first half of November.
At a campaign rally in Michigan, nine days before the US midterm elections, Donald Trump said that a trade agreement with Canada would be reached 'pretty soon.' Talks collapsed in August, after which the sides imposed mutual tariffs on goods worth about $20 billion.