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US Midterm Elections 2026: Control of Congress at Stake as Democrats Challenge Republicans

Questions about potential interference by Trump could also shape the election campaign. WASHINGTON: The United States is heading towards its November 3, 2026, midterm elections, with voters set to elect members of the House of Representatives and Senate, as well as governors in 36 states. Although midterm elections do not involve the presidency directly, they […]

Trump Envoy Witkoff Arrives in Russia for Talks with Putin on Ukraine War

Zelensky insisted that Ukraine must be represented in any negotiations concerning the country. US special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Saint Petersburg early Wednesday for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, following what US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described as positive discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The visit is part of Washington’s efforts […]

JD Vance Declines to Endorse Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Elections

Vance reportedly opposed launching the US-Israeli war against Iran but has since defended the military campaign. US Vice President JD Vance has said he will not follow President Donald Trump in endorsing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stressing that he intends to stay out of Israel’s electoral politics. “I’m not anti-endorsing him. I’m not pro-endorsing […]

Trump Waives Key Russia Sanctions Ahead of Implementation Deadline

Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 in mid-September. WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has waived key Russia-related sanctions and tariffs just days before they were due to take effect under legislation he signed last month, including penalties targeting countries that purchase Russian oil and gas. In an executive […]

Trump Names Jay Clayton to Lead New US AI Task Force

The task force will report to Trump and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. Jay Clayton, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Director of National Intelligence, testifies during a Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, on July 15, 2026. — Reuters/File US President Donald Trump has appointed […]