Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Could 2026 be the year that democracy fought back?

By David Van Reybrouck — The Guardian

Recent electoral victories in Hungary, Serbia and Brazil have ousted authoritarian leaders, suggesting a potential democratic revival after years of global backsliding. The wins reflect voters’ rejection of post-democratic leaders who hollow out institutions while maintaining election facades.

30 October 2026 · 6 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Is Europe starting to come to its senses on Ukraine?

By Matthew Blackburn — Responsible Statecraft

Finland and Norway are spearheading diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war through negotiated settlement, contrasting with other European leaders who insist on Russia’s defeat. The countries argue that prolonged conflict benefits no side and that Europe must lead peace talks rather than pursue military victory.

30 Oct 2026 · 7 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

How to stop the US-Israel war on Iran

By Jeffrey D. Sachs and Sybil Fares — Al Jazeera

Israel and the US are preparing to resume war against Iran despite a current lull in fighting. Arab states must reject Israeli hegemony and US dominance by establishing an independent regional security framework that includes Iran, Gulf nations, and neighboring countries to achieve lasting peace.

29 Oct 2026 · 6 min read

Sustainable Development

Africa can see El Niño coming – will countries act in time?

By Kgaugelo Mkumbeni — Institute for Security Studies

A strong El Niño event persisting until February 2027 threatens severe droughts and floods across Africa, potentially triggering water, food and livelihood crises affecting millions. Early coordinated action across governments and institutions using available forecasts can reduce losses, but a critical gap remains between early warnings and timely implementation of preparedness measures.

29 Oct 2026 · 5 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Israel’s inconclusive election reveals a sharply divided nation

By Leon Hadar — Asia Times

Israeli voters delivered neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor Gadi Eisenkot a majority in elections with record 77.7% turnout, forcing coalition negotiations where compromise and Arab party support will determine the next government.

28 Oct 2026 · 5 min read

Human Rights

The Civil War in France

By Vijay Prashad — CounterPunch

French youth across the country are protesting deteriorating wages, rising prices, inadequate public services, police brutality in poor suburbs, government repression of pro-Palestine activism, and military spending prioritized over social programs. The demonstrations reflect decades of broken social promises to working-class and non-white communities.

28 Oct 2026 · 8 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Israeli election: why nobody has been talking about Palestinian statehood

By Amnon Aran — The Conversation

Israeli political parties across the spectrum reject Palestinian statehood despite 159 countries recognizing it, creating international isolation as voters prioritize security and economy over long-term Palestinian solutions in upcoming elections.

27 Oct 2026 · 5 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Serbia’s student movement wins decisive election victory

By Dragan Plavšić — Counterfire

Serbia’s student-led movement won parliamentary elections, ending President Aleksandar Vučić’s 14-year rule. The movement must maintain mass mobilization and resist pressures from wealthy elites and the EU to achieve genuine social change beyond institutional reform.

27 Oct 2026 · 11 min read

Information & Communication

MIND WARS: Algorithms or Democracy

By Tony Phillips — Article sent to Other News by the author

Axel Springer CEO Mathias Döpfner reportedly met US Ambassador Charles Kushner in Paris to discuss purchasing TikTok Europe, according to Financial Times reporting. The proposal reflects broader efforts by powerful figures to control social media algorithms and shape electoral outcomes globally.

26 Oct 2026 · 7 min read

Multilateralism & Unilateralism

Lula’s victory may be a turning point for Latin America

By Guillaume Long — Al Jazeera

At 80, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won Brazil’s runoff election with 51.8 percent of the vote, defeating far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and halting the region’s rightward political shift while reasserting Brazil’s sovereignty against U.S. intervention.

26 Oct 2026 · 5 min read