WorldRepublicans have secured a majority in the US Senate, while the outcome in the House is still unclear.
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Snipers to be deployed at US polling stations
World"We may be over prepared, but I'd rather prepare for the worst and hope for the best", says Sheriff Russ Skinner.
Viral video exposes security flaws in the US election system
WorldThe video highlights how easy it is to rig votes in states where the Democratic Party is the dominant party.
US sends bombers to the Middle East – to “defend Israel”
WorldMore US warships, fighter jets and bombers in the region will lead to “de-escalation through deterrence and diplomacy”, it is claimed.
Report: US pays for Israel’s invasion
World“The United States has funded 73% of the military costs associated with the attack on Gaza”, WikiLeaks states.
Sweden Democrat leader wants to set up Swedish-Israeli hit squad
SwedenCharlie Weimers wants to "work with the United States and Israel to safely liquidate gang leaders in third countries".
Former Italian Prime Minister: Europe risks becoming a colony of great powers
EconomyFormer Italian Prime Minister warns that Europe could risk becoming a colony of the US or China if it fails to make significant investments.
Analysis: Trump’s pro-Israel zeal could cost him the election
World"It feels like something is glaringly off, and there’s a lack of transparency as to what’s behind it all", writes political analyst Rachel Marsden.
“After DCA: Open letter to Sweden Democrat grassroots”
LettersThe purpose of the DCA is for the US to be able to attack Russia from Swedish soil, and thus the agreement is extremely dangerous for Sweden, writes Björn Backengård.
Sweden gears up defense spending to protect “pressured” US-led “rules-based world order”
SwedenAllocates more than €17 billion to meet the expectations of the leadership of the increasingly isolated Western bloc.
French historian: “US defeat in Ukraine would liberate Europe”
EuropeEmmanuele Todd predicted the fall of the Soviet Union - now he predicts the dissolution of NATO.
US frustrated as Israel keeps military plans secret
WorldIsrael continues to refuse to inform its main ally of imminent attacks - but US support is expected to continue.
US hit by deadliest hurricane since 2005
WorldOver 230 dead and 285 missing after catastrophic storms as a new hurricane is expected to hit the US on Wednesday.
US military conducts airstrikes against Houthi-controlled targets in Yemen
World"Yemen will not be deterred by these attacks and will continue its steadfastness in confronting the enemies with all its strength", says Houthi official Hashem Sharaf al-Din.
Georgia court overturns abortion ban after week six
WorldThe judge's decision now allows abortion up to the 22nd week of pregnancy.
How Iran describes the attacks on Israel
WorldThe Mossad secret service headquarters is said to have been one of the targets of Iran's 'Operation True Promise II'.
Trump threatens to “Blow Iran to smithereens” over alleged death threats
WorldThe statement comes after reports that Trump's campaign staff was informed of alleged Iranian death threats against him.
US analyst: Hypocrisy alert as US spends billions on global influence campaign against China
World"Somehow it’s a crime when Russia does it to us, but good 'information ops' when we want to discredit Beijing’s Belt & Road initiatives worldwide", writes Marcus Stanley at The Quincy Institute.
Hillary Clinton: Spreading “Russian propaganda” should lead to prosecution
World"Republicans go to the floor of the Congress and they parrot Russian talking points", Hillary Clinton fired off on American television.
US may soon supply long-range missiles to Ukraine
WorldThe conflict risks escalating further if the Biden administration accedes to Kiev's wishes.
US credit card debt at record levels
EconomyNow at a staggering $1.14 trillion, "More people are carrying more debt for longer periods of time".
Sweden and USA step up 6G cooperation
World"I look forward to further strengthening the Swedish-American partnership in 6G", said Cabinet Secretary Jan Knutsson.
Donald Trump: “The US will become a bitcoin superpower”
WorldThe price of the cryptocurrency surges after the presidential candidate's speech at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville.
Assange faces £520K flight debt after bail release
WorldThe price tag is £520,000 and Wikileaks is now appealing for donations.