Lula’s Bold Vision for an Independent Latin America
Brazil’s President Lula announces a plan for a Latin American doctrine to boost regional independence and dignity as Brazil and the U.S. work to ease tariff tensions.
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US Strikes ‘Drug-Carrying Submarine,’ Repatriates Two Survivors
The US military struck a suspected drug-smuggling submarine in the Caribbean, killing two and sending survivors back to Ecuador and Colombia for prosecution.
Japan’s LDP and Ishin Seal Coalition, Paving Way for First Female PM
Japan’s LDP and Ishin agree to form a coalition, setting the stage for Sanae Takaichi to become the country’s first female prime minister.
Millions Mobilize: “No Kings” Protests Sweep the U.S.
How did the ‘No Kings’ movement unite millions across the US on October 18, 2025? Discover what sparked 2,600+ rallies and why young voices are taking to the streets.
Havana Unites: Thousands Rally for Venezuela Against U.S. Interference
Thousands of Cubans rally in Havana to show solidarity with Venezuela, condemn U.S. interference, and call for Latin American unity against external threats.
Trump Calls Russia-Alaska Tunnel ‘Interesting’ as Zelenskyy Pushes Back
Trump called the idea of an $8B rail tunnel under the Bering Strait ‘interesting’, while Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy voiced clear opposition to the plan.
JCPOA Ends: Iran Regains Nuclear Rights as UN Resolution Expires
The decade-old JCPOA officially ends on October 18, lifting UN restrictions and restoring Iran’s full nuclear rights under the NPT.
Hamas Hands Over Another Israeli Hostage Remains, Vows to Return More
Hamas handed over another Israeli hostage’s remains, the 10th this week under the ceasefire deal, and pledged to return all bodies still under Gaza’s rubble.
Trump meets Zelenskyy: No trilateral summit, Tomahawks on hold
At the White House, Trump met Zelenskyy to push for a peace deal, ruled out a trilateral summit, and paused Tomahawk missile sales while urging both sides to stop.
Could Orban Replace Trump as the World’s Peacemaker?
Could Hungary’s Viktor Orban eclipse Donald Trump as the globe’s top peacemaker? We explore phone talks, ceasefires and the behind-the-scenes moves shaking up Ukraine.