The USA, Russia, and China may place Orbán at the head of the UN. Lula president for the fourth time.

Key events from October 25-26 include Lula's election victory in Brazil, the recall of Częstochowa's mayor, and Algeria's military deployment to Niger. Lula won with 51.8% of the votes, while Flavio Bolsonaro disputes the results. In Poland, Krzysztof Matyjaszczyk was removed from office amid corruption allegations. Additionally, Viktor Orbán is reportedly a candidate for UN Secretary-General, backed by the Trump administration. Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, and UK PM Andy Burnham hinted at reconsidering free movement with the EU. Netanyahu announced plans to destabilize Iran, and Algeria's parliament approved sending troops to Niger for energy infrastructure protection.