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Trump's Jan. 6 trial could now hurt his re-election bid
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Trump's Jan. 6 trial could now hurt his re-election bid

Will the US-proposed cease-fire plan for Israel and Hamas come to fruition amidst reports of hostage deaths? How will upcoming elections in Pakistan affect its broader geopolitical standing in the world? The US appeals court ruled that Trump can face trial for election interference. Does this lower the odds on his possible return to the White House? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.

Sweden's NATO membership is imminent after Turkey's approval
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Sweden's NATO membership is imminent after Turkey's approval

With the Turkish parliament officially approving Sweden's membership of NATO, will Hungary remain the lone holdout? How will the West react to North Korea arming Russia for the war in Ukraine? Is a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas likely in exchange for the release of all remaining hostages? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.

Midterms 2026: Is a blue wave coming?
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Midterms 2026: Is a blue wave coming?

With the midterms just weeks away, Democrats are hoping for a blue wave, while Republicans are fighting to hold onto Congress. Amy Walter and Liam Donovan join Ian Bremmer to break down the races, the issues driving voters, and what the results could mean for Trump's presidency.

Family members, friends, and supporters of Israelis taken hostage on Oct. 7 by Hamas marched from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. They're seen here in Jerusalem on Nov. 18, 2023.
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Why Israel’s war aims may “break Israeli society”: a conversation with Israeli hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin

There aren’t many people who have sat down with Hamas to negotiate hostage releases. But one of them is Gershon Baskin. In 2011, Baskin negotiated the release of an Israeli soldier, Gilad Shalit, who had been kidnapped by Hamas five years earlier. GZERO's Alex Kliment sat down with Baskin to discuss the current hostage crisis.