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Vucic's mission: Can Serbia's longtime leader secure new mandate? - analysis

Former president Aleksandar Vucic is banking on economic modernization, political stability, and an independent foreign policy that has strengthened relations with the US, Israel, and the UAE.

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic delivers a speech at the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) final campaign rally ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections in Serbia on October 22, 2026 in Belgrade, Serbia.
A group of Basiji (mobilized militia) men in military fatigue and armed seen in the middle of Naqsh-e Jahan Square mounted on their motorcycles on the occasion of Imam Reza's birthday while holding Iranian flags with images of the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on April 29, 2026.

'Fair game': Iranian officials say US diplomats, officials are targets for assassinations - report

A police officer with the Florida Highway Patrol looks on before the start of a game between the Florida State Seminoles and the Kent State Golden Flashes at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Tallahassee, Florida; Illustrative.

At least 12 injured in late-night shooting near Florida A&M University stadium in Tallahassee

Women carrying weapons resembling shoulder-fired missiles ride in a truck during a pro-government National Army Day demonstration on April 17, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

Tehran threatens strikes on energy, civilian targets, and nuclear escalation if attacked


Security has ramped up in Jordan after deadly terror attack on church killed seven, US embassy says

Such attacks are extremely rare in Jordan, though authorities in the US ally say that in recent years they have repeatedly foiled attempted attacks by Islamist militants.

People and police gather outside of Al-Karak Government Hospital, where some of the injured are receiving treatment after gunmen opened fire during a funeral at Hamoud Church, in Karak, Jordan, October 23, 2026.

US Justice Department sues Alaska to preemptively block election of Democrat to Senate

Election officials around the country have told Reuters they are preparing for potential federal interference in the elections, including legal challenges and disputes over voting.

Republican US Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic US Senate candidate Mary Peltola participate in a debate in Anchorage, Alaska, US, October 15, 2026.

Less than a day after stabbing attack, Chabad man returns to wrapping tefillin in Manhattan

Yosef, 26, was stabbed on Wednesday while wrapping tefillin and distributing Shabbat candles to Jewish employees in New York City's Diamond District.

Shmuel Cohen (left) takes a break from wrapping tefillin with passersby in New York City's Diamond District on October 23, 2026.

Rubio received intel. warning of Iranian plots against US diplomats, official confirms to ‘Post’

The confirmation follows an Axios report revealing a US intelligence warning that Iran has significantly escalated efforts to target American personnel in the Middle East and beyond.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media after meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in New York, US, September 23, 2026.

Trump says US may renew strikes against Iran, 'do another little Epic Fury'

"We may do another little Epic Fury," Trump said in remarks at a rally in Florida as he spoke about the war. He did not elaborate.

US President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a campaign rally at the Alico Arena, Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida on October 23, 2026.

‘I wanna blow up a synagogue’: Online posts lead to hate crime charge against Utah man

The FBI and the Ogden City Police Department searched Skyler AJ Rose's home and allegedly found six pipe bombs, two rifles, and ammunition.

Skyler AJ Rose, 22, of Ogden, was indicted on multiple federal charges on October 22, 2026.

Canada, Turkey sign 'strategic partnership' as part of Carney push to cut reliance on US

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upgraded bilateral ties to a strategic partnership, targeting expanded cooperation in defense, energy, and investment.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney shake hands during a press conference at the presidential palace in Ankara, Turkey, October 22, 2026.

Trump claims Iran is 'making up fake hits' on tankers to drive up oil costs ahead of elections

Trump accused Iran of fabricating reports of tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz to drive up oil prices ahead of the US midterm elections.

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media as he departs the White House en route to Iowa, in Washington, DC, US, October 22, 2026.

Trump ally Lewandowski faces criminal investigation over DHS tenure, sources say

The DHS Inspector General's Office has been investigating Lewandowski's involvement in the handling of certain government contracts, according to one of the people, a DHS official.

US President Donald Trump speaks during a rally at Butler High School in Vandalia, Ohio, US, October 3, 2026.

Russia bombs Ukrainian cities despite Putin's openness to peace talks

Russia pounded Kyiv with ballistic missiles, and Ukraine sent hundreds of drones towards Moscow on Thursday, as the warring sides kept up a barrage of attacks despite the latest US push to end war.

Russian President Vladimir Putin addresses the newly elected parliament in Moscow Wednesday, 30th September 2026