How Iran messaging highlights cost of war ahead of US midterm elections
Through statements in English, Iranian officials are emphasising gas prices and issues with the US economy.
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Clashes grip Tirana as Albanian PM blames ‘foreign hands’
Protests in Tirana have escalated into violence as clashes between demonstrators and police enter the fourth day, with Prime Minister Edi Rama attributing the unrest to ‘foreign hands.’ Security forces used tear gas and water cannons against the protesters.
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AOC transfers $1m to Michigan candidate El-Sayed in progressive push
Progressive stalwart, who is seen as potential 2028 candidate, says she wants to combat 'smears' against El-Sayed.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy speaks at EU summit amid spat with Donald Trump
EU leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine at the Brussels summit. But souring relations with the US over Russia and Starlink and a big hole in the budget will make for a difficult winter for Ukraine.