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​Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro speaks during a presidential debate, ahead of the runoff presidential election, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, October 18, 2026.
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Brazil’s presidential runoff, Serbia’s place-swapping election, Israel’s fresh West Bank crackdown

After a deeply polarizing campaign, Brazilian voters will finally go to the polls on Sunday.

Tensions boil between Ethiopia and Eritrea, UK’s Labour Party notches win, Lula’s chances slim in Brazil
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Tensions boil between Ethiopia and Eritrea, UK’s Labour Party notches win, Lula’s chances slim in Brazil

Ethiopia has told the UN that troops from neighboring Eritrea penetrated at least 60 meters across the border as long-standing tensions between the two East African countries threaten to boil over again.

What is the “AI race” anyway?
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What is the “AI race” anyway?

The competition to master this technology shapes everything from high-level tensions between the US and China to the local politics of where to build data centers.

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez walks to greet European Council President Charles Michel at Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Spain, May 30, 2024.
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Spain’s Sánchez calls for early elections, Flávio Bolsonaro surprises after first round vote in Brazil, Ethiopia isolated amongst its neighbors

The Sánchez government has faced growing criticism in recent months over issues including the Ceuta migrant surge in July, corruption allegations against members of his inner circle, and a recent spike in inflation.

Brazil's election signals a rightward shift across Latin America
Quick Take

Brazil's election signals a rightward shift across Latin America

In this Quick Take, Ian Bremmer breaks down Brazil's first-round election results and what they mean for the country's runoff.

A person holds a depiction of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, as people gather on the day of a campaign rally of a pre-candidate of the right-wing Brazil's senator Flavio Bolsonaro, ahead of the presidential elections, in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Analysis

Two Brazilian political dynasties clash again

Brazilians vote Sunday in a tight race between two familiar political forces, with plenty at stake beyond the presidency. Here’s what to watch.

In this drone view an inflatable dinghy carrying migrants makes its way towards England in the English Channel, Britain.
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UK and France end trial on new immigration deal, China adds massive tariffs to Brazilian beef, Soccer drama threatens UK-UAE relations

Last year the two countries struck a landmark deal to reduce the number of asylum seekers crossing the English Channel from France in small boats.

Corruption scandals are rocking Brazil. Will they decide the presidential election?
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Corruption scandals are rocking Brazil. Will they decide the presidential election?

Ian Bremmer analyzes the Brazilian election.

Brazil's razor-close presidential race
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Brazil's razor-close presidential race

In this ‘ask ian,’ Ian Bremmer breaks down Brazil's presidential election, a race too close to call heading into Sunday's vote.

Fuel pumps at a Total station on Avenue de Grande Bretagne in Toulouse, France, on 22 September 2026, amid a reported fuel shortage.
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Diesel prices fuel Transatlantic problems, Brits offer a spot of help to the Saudis, Brazil to bar candidates with criminal ties from election

Prices for diesel, an essential fuel for heavy-duty shipping and farming, are at record highs in the US and Europe.

Brazilian Supreme Court scandal spills into presidential race
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Brazilian Supreme Court scandal spills into presidential race

Earlier this month, a police report disclosed alleged links between Justice Alexandre de Moraes and Daniel Vorcaro, the suspected ringleader of a multibillion-dollar bank fraud.