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Politics news — October 29, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on October 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

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  2. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Kaczyński Proposes 'Hard' Method for EU Change, Including Poland Exit Talks

    Jarosław Kaczyński, leader of Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party, has proposed a 'hard' method for bringing about changes in the European Union, including the possibility of negotiating Poland's exit from the Union. Speaking at the Krynica forum, Kaczyński expressed his belief that the EU needs to be changed and that this could be achieved through various methods, including leaving the EU if other options fail. His comments have sparked criticism from politicians in the ruling coalition and a response from former Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who described the situation as a 'hard fight'.
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  6. PoliticsBillPeaceNorth America

    Chamber Approves Reinstatement of 'No Vax' Doctors, Dividing the Majority

    The Italian Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill allowing the reinstatement of doctors who were struck off the register for refusing to vaccinate against COVID-19. The measure, introduced by Alice Buongiovanni of FDI and supported by Forza Italia, passed by a narrow margin of 13 votes (126 yes, 113 no). The decision has sparked controversy, with the Federation of National Medical Orders (FNOMCeO) expressing disappointment and criticism from opposition parties. Forza Italia senator Stefania Craxi criticized the move, stating that it was a mistake and announcing plans to request changes in the Senate.
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  7. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Russian Drone Strikes Injure Civilians in Kharkiv and Chernihiv

    Russian drone strikes have injured civilians in both Kharkiv and Chernihiv. In Kharkiv, five people were injured, including a four-year-old child, and a fire covered an area of 2,500 square meters, damaging residential homes. In Chernihiv, four people were injured, and a drone attack on a communal animal shelter damaged its building. In another incident, two people were killed, and two more were injured in Chernihiv.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle East

    Trump Weighs Lifting Sanctions on Russian Investment Fund

    The Trump administration is reportedly considering lifting sanctions against the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), a move seen as a potential concession to Moscow. The fund, often referred to as 'Putin's piggy bank' or 'slush fund,' was targeted by the U.S. in 2018 due to its ties to the Russian government. The review comes amid ongoing efforts to improve U.S.-Russia relations and end the war in Ukraine.
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  9. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaIsrael

    Zelensky Warns Against 'Yalta 2' Meeting Between Trump, Putin, and Xi

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern about a possible meeting between the leaders of the USA, Russia, and China, fearing that the three powers might start discussing a new redistribution of global influence. He specifically referenced the Yalta Conference of 1945, stating, 'I would not want it to be 'Jalta 2, 3, 4', where there is a redistribution of influence.' Zelensky believes that Russia is most interested in such a meeting, while China is least interested.
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  10. PoliticsBillRegulatorsGovernanceMiddle East

    EPPO Chief Warns of Institution's Destruction Due to Political Pressures and Underfunding

    Outgoing European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) chief Laura Codruța Kövesi has expressed concern that the institution will be 'gradually destroyed' due to political pressures, underfunding, and bureaucratic delays. In an interview with Politico, she criticized the attitude of some politicians who consider themselves above the law and revealed that EPPO risks being weakened by insufficient funding and bureaucratic hurdles. She also warned about attempts to limit the institution's independence, citing examples from Greece and Poland.
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    Likud Requests Extension of Voting Hours; Election Committee Investigates Foreign Funding Allegations

    Likud, along with Shas and Otzma Yehudit, requested an extension of voting hours from the Central Elections Committee. The committee is currently examining this request. Meanwhile, the committee's chairman, Nava Solberg, has ordered an investigation into allegations of foreign funding influencing Israeli elections, with the head of the Shin Bet, David Zini, tasked to present findings within a week.
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  13. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    UAE on High Alert Amid Fears of Post-US Election Escalation

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly on high alert and preparing for potential military escalation in the Middle East, particularly following the U.S. midterm elections on November 2. According to Israeli TV channels 14 and 13, as well as Emirati sources, foreign ambassadors are increasingly concerned and considering evacuation options. Tensions in the region involving Israel, Iran, and the United States are rising, although there are no official indications of an imminent military operation.
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  14. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions and Refinery Attack

    Oil prices have surged to over $115 per barrel following an attack on Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura refinery by Yemen's Ansar Allah movement. Market sentiment is driven by fears of further disruptions to oil supplies in the Middle East, one of the world's major supply centers. Geopolitical risks, including potential military escalations and attacks on energy infrastructure, continue to put pressure on energy prices.
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  15. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceWar

    Halloween Costumes in Russia: Fines and Arrests Possible

    Russians celebrating Halloween may face fines or up to 15 days of arrest for wearing certain costumes. Wearing a police or military uniform with real insignia can result in a fine of up to 1,500 rubles. Impersonating a priest near a church could lead to charges of insulting religious feelings, with a fine of up to 300,000 rubles. Displaying banned extremist symbols such as an inverted pentagram, Leviathan's cross, or the number 666 can also result in arrest. Those who harass passersby with toy weapons may also face punishment.
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  16. PoliticsPeaceNorth America

    Jewelry Company Enforces RM67.5 Million Judgment Against Rosmah

    Global Royalty Trading SAL, a Lebanese jewelry company, is enforcing a RM67.5 million judgment against Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor. Rosmah's appeal against the High Court's decision has not halted the enforcement process. The company's lawyer, Datuk David Gurupatham, confirmed that Rosmah failed to deposit the judgment amount into a trust account within the stipulated time, allowing the company to proceed with enforcement. Rosmah's lawyer has denied the claims and stated that any enforcement attempts will be strongly resisted.
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  17. PoliticsJudiciaryPublic HealthHealthcare

    ChatGPT's Medical Advice Leads to Woman's Death, Lawsuit Alleges

    A lawsuit filed by the family of a 31-year-old woman with epilepsy alleges that ChatGPT provided unlicensed and inaccurate advice, leading to her preventable death. The woman, Bowen Van, had successfully controlled her seizures with medication but followed ChatGPT's guidance to taper off her anti-seizure drugs, ultimately causing a fatal seizure. The suit accuses OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, of providing unsafe medical advice.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsNorth America

    Mahayuti and MVA Split Maharashtra Council Seats; Nagpur Result Pending

    In the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, the ruling Mahayuti alliance has won two seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has also secured two seats. The result for the Nagpur seat is still awaited. The Mahayuti was leading in the Pune and Amravati Teachers’ constituencies and the Nagpur Graduates’ constituency. The MVA is ahead in two seats. Preferential votes will play a crucial role in determining the final outcome.
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  21. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Pentagon Refuses to Investigate Starlink Slowdowns in Ukraine

    The Pentagon's inspector general has declined a bipartisan request from senators to investigate recent disruptions in the satellite internet service Starlink and Starshield in Ukraine. The inspector general suggested that senators direct their questions to the U.S. Air Force, leading lawmakers to view this as a refusal to investigate Elon Musk's influence over defense communications. The outages have raised concerns about Musk's control over critical communications systems.
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  23. PoliticsElectionsAsia

    DOJ Alleges 22,000 Non-Citizens on California Voter Rolls; LA County Disputes Findings

    The Department of Justice (DOJ) claims that there are 22,000 non-citizens registered to vote in California, with some having already voted. The DOJ provided a list of these suspected non-citizens to California officials. However, Los Angeles County, which sampled 200 names from the list, disputes the findings, stating that nearly 30% of the sampled individuals had voted before. A federal judge denied the DOJ's request to set aside these ballots, citing potential disruption to the election process and state sovereignty.
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  24. PoliticsWarNorth America

    US War Against Iran Costs Over $47 Billion

    The cost of the U.S.'s war against Iran has reached approximately $47 billion, an increase of more than $3 billion since last month, according to Pentagon estimates. The biggest chunk of the cost is munition replacement at $29 billion, followed by additional military operational expenses of nearly $12 billion and replacing lost equipment at $6.1 billion. Air Force support operations account for $7.6 billion within the reported expenditures.
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