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Russian and African leaders seated at a summit plenary session in Moscow.

Putin uses Russia-Africa summit to challenge Western influence

Forty-eight African countries attended Moscow's forum, where trade and food pledges were paired with calls for a multipolar order and deeper security ties.

Hakainde Hichilema addresses students during an election campaign event in Lusaka.

Africa

Hichilema targets Zambia's youth vote as presidential contest enters final days

With nearly half of registered voters aged 18 to 35, the president urged students in Lusaka to campaign across schools, markets and public transport as challenger Brian Mundubile consolidated opposition backing.

Brazil

Lula confirms Brazil denied visas to U.S. officials over election concerns

The Brazilian president said two Trump administration officials were blocked because their visit could challenge confidence in the October vote, while Washington rejected any claim that the trip was designed to interfere.

United States

US Supreme Court checks Trump on voting rules and Federal Reserve independence

The US Supreme Court rejected key parts of Donald Trump's push to tighten voting procedures and blocked his immediate attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, while separately expanding presidential control over other independent agencies.

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