Trump Approval Hits New Low Two Weeks Before Midterms, Poll Finds

Likely voters favored Democratic candidates over Republicans by 11 percentage points in their congressional district, a New York Times/Siena poll found.

Why Palestinians Hope Israelis Will Oust Netanyahu in Pivotal Election

Many in Gaza and the West Bank are desperate to avoid more years of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing government, which has made life close to unbearable.

Russia Frees American Prisoner and a U.S. Envoy Calls Putin a ‘Humanitarian’

The move to release a man held for over four years on what the U.S. called fabricated charges buys good will with President Trump while costing Vladimir Putin little.

A Billionaire Wanted a Pardon. His Family Gave a Trump Confidante a $50 Million Deal.

A prominent Venezuelan was seeking clemency. He got it not long after his daughter gave Alina Habba, a lawyer close to President Trump, a lucrative job.

Australian Politicians Were Already on Edge Before One of Their Own Was Attacked

Much remains unclear about why a driver ran a car into Helen Haines, a lawmaker. Even so, fellow representatives, especially women, spoke of feeling threatened in a polarized atmosphere.

A.I. Election Videos Are Flooding Brazil. Could They Sway the Vote?

Brazil spent years targeting electoral lies on the internet. Now, artificial intelligence is stumping the election authorities and reshaping a high-stakes race.

Trump’s Push for Deals With Russia Powers His Frustration With Ukraine

The series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.

Taunting Trump Over Gas Prices, Iran Braces for Aftermath of U.S. Vote

The midterm elections appear to be a factor for both sides in the war as President Trump weighs his next steps.

France to Extend Curfews After a Night of Calm, Prime Minister Says

The restrictions are part of a state effort to reassert control after the country’s largest riots in years, as those arrested in the chaos face expedited trials.

It’s Not Just France. Europe’s Political Center Is Crumbling.

Europe’s centrist parties are losing ground among young people and workers, who are increasingly tempted by populist promises of radical change.

Rubio Visits India to Boost Economic Ties Amid New Delhi’s Friction With Trump

The secretary of state will meet with Asia’s richest men as Washington seeks a trade deal.

France’s Far Right Seizes the Moment as Rioting Stuns the Country

The National Rally, already ahead in the polls, presented itself as the party best placed to restore law and order.

Republicans in Ohio Are Worried About Turnout. Here’s What They’re Doing.

To boost Senator Jon Husted, who is in a tight race to keep his seat, some Republicans who were making a jobs pitch have pivoted to focus on socialism.

Who’s Winning the Race for Congress?

With just over two weeks to go until the midterm elections, it’s triage season for Republicans.

Trump Defends Plans to Ease Russia Sanctions and Hints at a Hostage Deal

President Trump justified his reversal after almost five years of sanctions against Russia as part of peace negotiations. He did not name any hostage.

Under Siege, Ukraine Uses F-16s to Shoot Down Russia’s Jet-Powered Drones

The fighters are a key tool against Moscow’s latest weapon of choice. But deploying the multimillion-dollar planes to counter drones is an imperfect fix.

For Israelis and Jews in the U.A.E., an Eroding Sense of Security

The Emirates’ reputation as a haven was shaken by what the authorities said was a plot last month aimed at crashing a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

The Coverup: How a Trillion-Dollar Industry Launders Illegal Gold

The line between dirty and clean gold is an industry fiction. Wall Street and governments profit off gold from criminals, gangsters and those who exploit children.

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France Reels After Largest Riots in Years

Centrist and leftist leaders blamed each other after anti-government protests devolved into chaos.

Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance to the kingdom, saying any support would be defensive.

Why the Future of the Amazon Could Depend on Brazil’s Election

Flávio Bolsonaro, the front runner in this month’s presidential runoff, is a strong advocate of environmental deregulation who has backed policies that scientists say could hurt the rainforest.

O.J. Simpson, a Secret Informant and a Decades-Old Mystery

An “extremely reliable” informant told authorities about the missing murder weapon, according to newly unsealed records. The informant’s brother told The Times his sibling was at the crime scene.

The Economic Trends That Could Determine the Midterm Outcome

Inflation is high, consumer spending is strong and seemingly everything depends on what happens with artificial intelligence.

4 Takeaways From a Voting-Focused ‘No Kings’ Day

This Is the Kill Zone

The front line in Ukraine has blurred into a miles-wide wasteland where drones fill the sky and neither side holds firm control.

Trump Signs Order Exempting Russia From Sanctions Law

The move offers another economic lifeline to President Vladimir Putin as the U.S. turns to Russia for help in lowering gas prices.

Hegseth Singled Out in Democrats’ Campaign Attacks for War and High Prices

Cabinet members are seldom major figures in campaigns, but the defense secretary’s forays into politics and his bravado in defense of an unpopular war have made him a target.

2020 Election Conspiracies Shape Federal Preparations for Midterms

Voting rights advocates fear the Trump administration may use the federal government to cast doubt on the election, discourage participation or try to delegitimize results.

The 53-Year-Old in a Suit Who’s the Face of France’s Youth Protests

Bally Bagayoko, the mayor of a working-class suburb near Paris, has been a regular presence at student demonstrations, prompting both applause and condemnation.

The Arab Kingmaker in Israel’s Election Who Wants a Partnership With Jews

Mansour Abbas, a dentist-turned-lawmaker, helped oust Benjamin Netanyahu once before. Now, he and a Jewish ex-police commander have teamed up to try to do it again.

What Life Is Like in Kyiv as Russia Tries to Make It Unlivable

A day in the Ukrainian capital, a new kind of battlefield far from the front, where daily life means assessing — and accepting — deadly risks.

Caracas Is Eerily Safe. State Death Squads Made Sure of It.

Crime plunged after police raids killed thousands. Venezuela is now withdrawing from the International Criminal Court as it investigates this blood-soaked campaign.

Avalanche of G.O.P. Cash Keeps the Party Competitive Despite Its Problems

Republican candidates are being out-raised by their Democratic rivals, but the party has received a huge boost from groups tied to Elon Musk and President Trump.

Police Investigate Deadly Shooting at Oregon Elementary School

A teenager shot his way into the school in Bend, Ore., killing three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and a teacher. An armed bystander shot him dead, the police said.

El Niño Threatens Global Sugar Supply

A poor sugarcane crop in India, the world’s second-largest producer, is hurting consumers and farmers. It is also undermining the country’s energy security goals.