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Leftist incumbent Lula is seeking a fourth term in office, facing off against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.
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Arab party leader withdraws from Israeli elections
Palestinian politician Sami Abu Shehadeh withdrew from Israel’s upcoming election.
Published On 2 Oct 2026
Israel’s Supreme Court overturns election panel ban on Arab parties
Court reinstates two Arab lists and Jewish Knesset member Ofer Cassif as Balad leader withdraws after pressure.
How the Banco Master scandal injected chaos into Brazil’s presidential race
Figures across Brazil’s political spectrum have been linked to the scandal in the midst of a key election.
‘Containerabad’: Pakistan’s capital and truckers bleed money amid lockdown
As Islamabad prepares for another opposition march, drivers and businesses are counting the cost of seized containers.
Trump launches midterms campaign blitz amid record low approval ratings
In a series of campaign-style rallies, Trump seeks to boost Republican odds amid Iran war and rising fuel costs.
Brazilian government calls for probe into US funding of far-right causes
Report stating that Trump administration directed funds towards right-wing groups comes ahead of presidential election.
US judge approves settlement allowing Paramount to acquire Warner Bros
Mammoth deal has raised questions about corporate consolidation and editorial independence in media.
US Senate rejects bill targeting AI data centre electricity costs
Democrats criticise bill as lacking ‘teeth’ and push for mandatory measures to address soaring electricity bills.
Trump administration files complaint against judges over media comments
Seven Minnesota judges face ethics complaint after speaking publicly about US president’s immigration crackdown.
A political dynasty? Why the Bolsonaro family dominates Brazil’s right wing
For a third election in a row, a Bolsonaro family member is the leading right-wing contender for Brazil’s presidency.
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