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"Those who support Gadi Eisenkot support him because he's not Netanyahu. He's not tainted with attempts – as Netanyahu is – to compromise Israel's democracy and the failure of 7 October." Yossi Mekelberg on Israel's general election and the rise of opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot, via @cnn.com.

The future of the Middle East depends on whether Washington and Tehran can reach an understanding with one another on the emerging post-war order in the Middle East. Read Mohsen Milani's analysis on the impact of the Iran war on the Persian Gulf for the latest issue of @theworldtoday.org.

The prospect of a third impeachment vote, alongside possible Congressional investigations by Democrats, provide a powerful incentive for Donald Trump and those around him to undermine the 2026 midterms. Read the latest analysis by Bruce Stokes for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

A budget that recognizes and reduces the UK’s exposure to global forces is sound economics and good politics. This way, the Treasury can pass the Makerfield Test and deliver for British people.

What does Lula’s unexpected victory mean for Brazil’s democracy and economy? How will foreign policy develop on the US and China? What does the result mean for the Bolsonaro family and Brazil? Chatham House experts provide their early analysis on Brazil's historic presidential election result.

The 7 October attacks heavily shape current public opinion in Israel. A country that suffered the worst single-day massacre of Jews since the Holocaust is not interested in receiving lectures. Read Yaakov Katz's reporting from Israel ahead of today's general election for @theworldtoday.org.

Brazil’s modern, transparent voting system will be able to demonstrate the election results — for those who want to believe them. But for core Flávio Bolsonaro supporters, trusting the results may be difficult.

The 7 October attacks heavily shape current public opinion in Israel. A country that suffered the worst single-day massacre of Jews since the Holocaust is not interested in receiving lectures. Read Yaakov Katz's reporting from Israel ahead of tomorrow's general election for @theworldtoday.org.

What does Lula’s unexpected victory mean for Brazil’s democracy and economy? How will foreign policy develop on the US and China? What does the result mean for the Bolsonaro family and Brazil? Chatham House experts provide their early analysis on Brazil's historic presidential election result.

"It's a deeply polarized country. The conservatives have a majority in both houses of congress, which will make Lula da Silva's job very difficult." Christopher Sabatini on Lula da Silva's surprise election victory in Brazil and the challenges facing Brazil's democracy, via @cnn.com.

The cost of living, growth and jobs are all impacted by global events. To pass the ‘Makerfield Test’ and - deliver for ordinary people - the next UK budget should build resilience to external shocks.

Xi Jinping plans to return China to global preeminence. He will succeed if Beijing can pull off two major pivots in its strategy: establish leadership over the Global South — and take control of Taiwan. Read Steve Tsang's analysis on China's ambitions for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

Israel's opposition led by former prime minister Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot, the former Israel Defence Forces chief of staff, have called for accountability for the failures that led to 7 October. Read Yaakov Katz's analysis ahead of Israel's general election for @theworldtoday.org.

The security threat in the Arctic from Russia is growing. In the last decade, Russia has established a new Arctic command and established new Arctic military bases.

"It's a complete surprise. It's ahistorical, never before has the loser of the first round gone on to win the second round." Christopher Sabatini on Lula da Silva's surprise victory over Flávio Bolsonaro in Brazil's presidential election and the reaction of Donald Trump, via BBC Radio 4.

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American voters are angry about the economy, prices and insecurity. They have connected their plight at home with Donald Trump's war in Iran and his policy on tariffs.

The 2026 US midterms may accelerate the transformation already underway in the Democratic Party and among the US electorate, where perceptions of Israel and Palestine are shifting rapidly.

"This will only exacerbate conditions in the West Bank. It's a very fragile and volatile situation for many years, in Hebron in particular." Yossi Mekelberg on Israel's security operation in the West Bank and the implications for Israel's general election, via BBC News.

The future of the Middle East depends on whether Washington and Tehran can reach a strategic understanding with one another on the emerging post-war order in the Persian Gulf. Read Mohsen Milani's analysis on the impact of the Iran war on the Persian Gulf for the latest issue of @theworldtoday.org.

In the face of the US and China's dominance – and growing global concerns about an AI crisis – the UK is one of many middle powers seeking to build agency and security over artificial intelligence. Read @isabellawilkinson.bsky.social's latest analysis for Chatham House.

In a televised address to the nation in July, Donald Trump reiterated claims about widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election and accused China of interfering in America’s electoral system. Read the latest analysis by Bruce Stokes on the 2026 US midterms for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

The security threat in the Arctic from Russia is growing. In the last decade, Russia has established a new Arctic command and established new Arctic military bases. Read @mgmessmer.bsky.social and @patricksch.bsky.social's latest analysis for Chatham House.

France’s violent protests put pressure on Emmanuel Macron’s fragile government, give Marine Le Pen momentum ahead of the 2027 election — and offer a stark warning for the rest of Europe.

The erosion of Israel’s diplomatic and moral standing in Europe and the United States should be a major issue in the run-up to Israel's general election on 27 October. It is barely being discussed. Read Yaakov Katz's analysis on next week's general election in Israel for @theworldtoday.org.

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The security threat in the Arctic from Russia is growing. In the last decade, Russia has established a new Arctic command and established new Arctic military bases.

Russia’s business elite find themselves at the mercy of an increasingly interventionist Russian state — with few effective levers to influence the terms of the relationship with the Kremlin. Read Natalya Kovaleva's analysis for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

Elections in Peru and Colombia this summer resulted in narrow victories for candidates aligned with the regional agenda of Donald Trump. Brazil under Flávio Bolsonaro could be next.

President Donald Trump may dismiss the threat posed by climate change, but its consequences are becoming harder to ignore — just ask voters in Arizona.

The attacks on Saudi Arabia's airports have demonstrated the vulnerability of critical infrastructure across the Gulf Cooperation Council to Houthis missiles, drones and other asymmetric threats.

In the face of the US and China's dominance – and growing global concerns about an AI crisis – the UK is one of many middle powers seeking to build agency and security over artificial intelligence.

Having turned the Strait of Hormuz into a symbol of resistance against the United States and Israel, Iran is unlikely to restore Hormuz to the pre-war status quo that existed on 28 February. Read Mohsen Milani's analysis on the impact of the Iran war for the latest issue of @theworldtoday.org.

American voters are angry about the economy, prices and insecurity. They have connected their plight at home with Donald Trump's war in Iran and his policy on tariffs.

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Hezbollah’s disarmament is seen as key to rehabilitating Lebanon — and to an Israeli withdrawal from the south. At present the Israeli military occupies a buffer zone that stretches 10km into Lebanese territory. Read Lemma Shehadi's reporting from Lebanon for the latest issue of @theworldtoday.org.

The UK should make future trade agreements with Israel conditional on halting settlement expansion in the West Bank and reining in settler violence against Palestinians.

Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi's unprecedented decision has significant implications for Egypt's political landscape, the balance of power within the regime and the military's influence over Egypt's people.

The erosion of Israel’s diplomatic and moral standing in Europe and the United States should be a major issue in the run-up to Israel's general election on 27 October. It is barely being discussed. Read Yaakov Katz's reporting from Israel on next week's general election for @theworldtoday.org.

The 2026 US midterms may accelerate the transformation underway in the Democratic Party and among the US electorate, where perceptions of Israel and Palestine are shifting rapidly.

In a televised address to the nation in July, Donald Trump reiterated claims about widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election and accused China of interfering in America’s electoral system. Read the latest analysis by Bruce Stokes on the 2026 US midterms for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

Xi Jinping plans to return China to global preeminence. He will succeed if Beijing can pull off two major pivots in its strategy: establish leadership over the Global South — and take control of Taiwan. Read Steve Tsang's analysis on China's ambitions for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

Donald Trump's diesel deal with Vladimir Putin has created a major rift between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy at precisely the moment Ukraine needs renewed, focussed support from its allies.

After his 2006 midterm defeat, George W Bush defied the mandate voters had given by escalating the Iraq War. Donald Trump may yet repeat history — and escalate with Iran post-November.

France’s violent protests put further pressure on Emmanuel Macron’s already weak government, give Marine Le Pen fresh political ammunition — and offer a stark warning for Europe.

Amid rising crime and high unemployment, anti-migrant groups have spread harmful myths across South Africa about foreign nationals causing unemployment, committing crimes and being a burden on services. Read @kirir.bsky.social's reporting for the autumn issue of @theworldtoday.org.

France’s violent protests put pressure on Emmanuel Macron’s fragile government, gives Marine Le Pen momentum ahead of the 2027 election — and offers a stark warning for the rest of Europe.

France’s violent protests put pressure on Emmanuel Macron’s fragile government, gives Marine Le Pen momentum ahead of the 2027 election — and offers a stark warning for the rest of Europe.

Chatham House experts and researchers are available to follow on Bluesky. Connect with our experts here and follow them for their analysis on key international events and major global trends. ⬇️ go.bsky.app/UKHXrog