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epa13348481 US President Donald Trump departs after delivering his closing pitch the day before midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, USA, 02 November 2026. Trump also spoke about his many renovations in DC, some of which, like the reflecting pool, were mired in controversy. EPA/JIM LO SCALZO
epa13348481 US President Donald Trump departs after delivering his closing pitch the day before midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, USA, 02 November 2026. Trump also spoke about his many renovations in DC, some of which, like the reflecting pool, were mired in controversy. EPA/JIM LO SCALZO
United States

Trump and his defeat at the polls: "It's the high cost of living, not the war." He also discusses the new ballroom.

The president eases the blow by outlining the White House restructuring. Then he warns: "Impeachment? The Democrats would be destroyed."
(SIMBOLICA) epa10690954 Blood bags are stored in a refrigerator of a private blood bank in Caracas, Venezuela, 13 June 2023 (issued 14 June 2023). Only one percent of people donate blood voluntarily in Venezuela, according to medical estimates. But in spite of this shortage of blood donations, gay men are restricted from donating blood in many medical facilities across the country even though they are not prohibited from being blood donors by law. World Blood Donor Day is observed every year on 14 June. EPA/MIGUEL GUTIERREZ
(SIMBOLICA) epa10690954 Blood bags are stored in a refrigerator of a private blood bank in Caracas, Venezuela, 13 June 2023 (issued 14 June 2023). Only one percent of people donate blood voluntarily in Venezuela, according to medical estimates. But in spite of this shortage of blood donations, gay men are restricted from donating blood in many medical facilities across the country even though they are not prohibited from being blood donors by law. World Blood Donor Day is observed every year on 14 June. EPA/MIGUEL GUTIERREZ
the attack

France: Refrigerated storage units containing donor blood hacked, raising concerns in Italy as well.

Temperatures have risen from -30 to 110 degrees Celsius, but Paris assures: "The safety of supplies is preserved."
epa13347095 Melanie Van De Velde Azzi (L), a victim of the Le Constellation bar fire represented by lawyer Didier Elsig, Laetitia Brodard-Sitre (C), whose son Arthur died in the fire, and the mother of Mateo Lesguer, also known as DJ Neoshy (R), react as they arrive for a hearing involving bar co-owner Jacques Moretti in Sion, Switzerland, 02 November 2026. The hearing is part of a criminal investigation into a fire at the bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations on 01 January 2026 that killed 41 people. EPA/JEAN-CHRISTOPHE BOTT
epa13347095 Melanie Van De Velde Azzi (L), a victim of the Le Constellation bar fire represented by lawyer Didier Elsig, Laetitia Brodard-Sitre (C), whose son Arthur died in the fire, and the mother of Mateo Lesguer, also known as DJ Neoshy (R), react as they arrive for a hearing involving bar co-owner Jacques Moretti in Sion, Switzerland, 02 November 2026. The hearing is part of a criminal investigation into a fire at the bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations on 01 January 2026 that killed 41 people. EPA/JEAN-CHRISTOPHE BOTT
the fire

Switzerland waives reimbursement of medical expenses for Crans-Montana injured

The President: "We are aware of the immense pain weighing on the families of the victims." Meloni: "No burden will fall on the families or on Italy."
epa13351782 Supporters react to election results during the official New York Democrats election watch party in New York, New York, USA, 03 November 2026 (issued 04 November 2026). The 2026 midterm elections will determine congressional control and shape the final two years of President Donald Trump's term. EPA/Olga Fedorova
epa13351782 Supporters react to election results during the official New York Democrats election watch party in New York, New York, USA, 03 November 2026 (issued 04 November 2026). The 2026 midterm elections will determine congressional control and shape the final two years of President Donald Trump's term. EPA/Olga Fedorova
USA

Midterms, America turns blue. The Democrats win Congress, Trump: "I accept the results, but with my name on the ballot, I would have won by a landslide."

The midterm elections are reshaping the balance of power in Washington. The opposition wins Texas and historic Republican strongholds, including among the governors. The president: "Ready to cooperate," but posts "Mr. Veto" on social media.
epa13335718 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gestures (C) while addressing supporters during a Likud party election event in Jerusalem, 28 October 2026. Israelis headed to the polls in the first nationwide 26th Knesset (legislative) elections since the Hamas-led 07 October 2023 attack. EPA/ABIR SULTAN
epa13335718 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gestures (C) while addressing supporters during a Likud party election event in Jerusalem, 28 October 2026. Israelis headed to the polls in the first nationwide 26th Knesset (legislative) elections since the Hamas-led 07 October 2023 attack. EPA/ABIR SULTAN
United States

Trump: "Military aid to Israel will be stopped at the end of the year, and we'll reach an agreement with Netanyahu."

The US president's announcement: "Tel Aviv doesn't need $4 billion a year, but it can buy weapons."
Donald Trump (foto Ansa/Epa)
Donald Trump (foto Ansa/Epa)
America goes to the polls

Trump's final midterm appeal: "Vote and stop communists and jihadists."

According to the polls, the Democrats are ahead in all key states, with winning the House now a foregone conclusion. Tensions are rising among Republicans over fears of a "lame duck."
epa13336914 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a press briefing after a meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten at the prime minister's official residence, Catshuis, in The Hague, The Netherlands, 28 October 2026. EPA/REMKO DE WAAL
epa13336914 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a press briefing after a meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten at the prime minister's official residence, Catshuis, in The Hague, The Netherlands, 28 October 2026. EPA/REMKO DE WAAL
the war

Ukraine: Russian attack on shelter school 'devastating': massacre

President Zelensky: "Moscow repeatedly targeted Komysuhvakha." At least 26 dead.
hackers in action

Cyber attacks on supermarkets: Italy also faces alert

Refrigeration systems are in the spotlight. Several countries, including companies in Tuscany, Sicily, and Emilia, are affected. A meeting has been called at Palazzo Chigi.
Il cane robot guidato da neuroni vivi (Cortical labs)
Il cane robot guidato da neuroni vivi (Cortical labs)
technology

Human brain and metal: Robot dog built that makes decisions using living cells

The result, achieved by the Australian startup Cortical Labs, paves the way for autonomous machines and systems capable of making decisions in real and unpredictable environments
The point of view

Donald Trump, the midterms, and pendulum politics: who benefits?

The American vote of November 3 and its repercussions on Europe: the impact of US policy on the balance of power of the Meloni Government
L'ingresso dell'aula dove viene interrogato Moretti (foto Ansa/Epa)
L'ingresso dell'aula dove viene interrogato Moretti (foto Ansa/Epa)
The massacre

Crans-Montana, Moretti faces further questioning. Victims' families demand compensation guarantees.

In the classroom, for the first time, also some of the boys who were injured in the dramatic fire
Ansa
Ansa
The war

Hackers in Russia and Ukraine: False information on apps announcing bombings

False warnings in smartphone apps in both countries
Ansa
Ansa
Midterm

US Elections: Democrats Lead, Republicans Fear Defeat

The House is a given for the Democrats, the Senate is in the balance
USA

Bloody Halloween in Texas: Four dead and 15 injured in three shootings in Dallas.

Police investigate, incidents in the same neighborhood within an hour and a quarter
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
United States

America's Midterm Elections: The Voting Map, the Numbers, and Everything You Need to Know

Trump's final test: the entire House and a third of the Senate are up for election. Democrats lead in the polls, and 36 states are voting for governor.
epaselect epa12970279 Iranians walk past a picture of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in a street in Tehran, Iran, 18 May 2026. The conflict between Iran and the US continues as US President Donald Trump repeated threats of fresh military action against Iran. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH
epaselect epa12970279 Iranians walk past a picture of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in a street in Tehran, Iran, 18 May 2026. The conflict between Iran and the US continues as US President Donald Trump repeated threats of fresh military action against Iran. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH
Middle East

Tensions with Iran: Khamenei warns Trump: "If you attack us, we'll respond without borders."

According to US media, the president wants to resume the war with Tehran the day after the midterm elections
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
High voltage

Poland: President Nawrocki calls for urgent talks after suspension of Constitutional Court head

Police guard the courthouse, angering right-wing protesters who are calling for a coup.
epa13342865 An Iranian man rides a motorcycle past a portrait of late Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a street of Tehran, Iran, 31 October 2026. Iranian Army spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia warned on X on 31 October that any resumption of US military operations against Iran would engulf a much wider region in war, even as mediation efforts continue. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH RESTRICTIONS: NO Access Israel Media/Persian Language TV Stations Outside Iran/Strictly No Access BBC Persian/VOA Persian/Manoto TV/Iran International TV. (As mandated by Iran's Directorate General for Foreign Media) --
epa13342865 An Iranian man rides a motorcycle past a portrait of late Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a street of Tehran, Iran, 31 October 2026. Iranian Army spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia warned on X on 31 October that any resumption of US military operations against Iran would engulf a much wider region in war, even as mediation efforts continue. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH RESTRICTIONS: NO Access Israel Media/Persian Language TV Stations Outside Iran/Strictly No Access BBC Persian/VOA Persian/Manoto TV/Iran International TV. (As mandated by Iran's Directorate General for Foreign Media) --
Middle East

Trump ready to attack Iran after the midterm elections, Tehran: "The war will expand."

American sources: "Gulf countries informed of the president's intentions after November 4th."
Udienza generale di papa Leone in piazza San Pietro (foto Ansa)
Udienza generale di papa Leone in piazza San Pietro (foto Ansa)
The Pontiff

Pope Leo casts his vote by mail in the US midterm elections, becoming the first pope to vote.

The ballot paper was sent to Chicago "in line with established civic participation practices"
Insularità
Gesico
Gesico

Gesico and the school that doesn't exist: when being born in the village already means leaving

Already from the age of three, to attend nursery school one has to reach Mandas, and in the rest of Trexenta the situation is certainly not without difficulties