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Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections

Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections
BBC News Monday 12 October 2026, 21:07 UTC 1 min read
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US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. With the midterms coming up, it looks like Trump is turning overseas for help.

US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. With the midterms coming up, it looks like Trump is turning overseas for help.
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