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Forecast: Trump deploys troops to Portland, Israeli opposition heads meet, and former FBI head James Comey arraigned

Factal October 2, 2025

The image shows two men standing at podiums in front of a backdrop of alternating blue and beige striped curtains. Each podium bears the seal of a government. On the left, the man stands in front of a flag featuring a blue Star of David, signifying the flag of Israel. On the right, the man stands in front of a flag showing the stars and stripes of the United States. Behind them are chandeliers attached to the walls, adding an ornate touch to the setting. Both individuals appear to be engaged in conversation, looking towards each other.

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Forecast podcast: Drone crisis threatens NATO airspace

Dave Clark September 25, 2025

Factal hybrid satellite-terrain map of incidents in Poland related to the Russian drones flying over Poland.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Alex Moore discuss Russian drones in NATO airspace, plus more on a political rally in Pakistan, an election in Moldova, a…

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Forecast: TikTok talks, French farmers’ strike, and UN General Assembly begins

Factal September 18, 2025

The image features two men seated on black leather armchairs with tufted backs in a formal setting. They are shaking hands over a small dark wooden table decorated with a large bouquet of white and green flowers. Both men are dressed in suits; the man on the left wears a black suit with a white shirt and black tie, while the man on the right wears a blue suit with a white shirt and red tie. Behind them, there are two pairs of flags: the American flag with red and white stripes and the Ukrainian flag with blue and yellow stripes. The carpet has a gray and white geometric pattern.

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Forecast podcast: Protests erupt in East Timor over plan to buy SUVs for lawmakers

Factal September 18, 2025

The image depicts a scene of a public demonstration with a focus on one line of uniformed officers. The officers are wearing black tactical gear, including helmets and face coverings. One officer in the foreground is looking directly forward, while others are positioned in the background. On the left side of the image, there is a group of individuals, some holding up smartphones, cameras, and signs. The crowd appears diverse, with various expressions and poses as they engage with the event. The background features trees and some outdoor fixtures, providing a sense of the location being a public space.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Awais Ahmad discuss the protests in East Timor over a controversial plan to buy SUVs for lawmakers, plus more on a…

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Forecast podcast: Hundreds killed in northwest Pakistan as cloudbursts bring devastating floods

Factal August 21, 2025

The image shows a group of people at a flood relief camp in a mountainous area. Two men, one in military camouflage and the other in a dark uniform, are standing with two young girls. The man in camouflage is wearing a helmet with a visor and a large backpack, while the man in the dark uniform has a cap and several badges on his shirt. The girls are holding large transparent bags filled with blankets, wearing bright, patterned clothing. Another man in uniform is visible in the background, while a banner prominently displayed reads "Army Flood Relief Camp" with additional text and logos. The backdrop consists of tall mountains, trees, and a cloudy sky.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Awais Ahmad discuss the devastating floods in Pakistan that have killed hundreds of people, plus more on Thailand’s top court ruling…

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Forecast: Trump deploys National Guard to DC, elections in Nigeria and Bolivia, and possible peace deal between DR Congo and M23

Factal August 14, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, pictured above in 2018, will meet in Alaska on Friday to discuss the war in Ukraine.

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Forecast: Netanyahu pushes for Gaza occupation, Trump wants a deal to end war in Ukraine, and Armenia and the U.S. hold military drills

Factal August 7, 2025

The image shows two men formally dressed and seated on wooden chairs with plush cushions. They are positioned on either side of a small round table that holds a floral arrangement and some papers. Behind them, the background reveals a few standing flags with red, white, and blue colors. The floor is adorned with a red patterned rug, and the setting appears to be indoors with wooden doors and ornate molding visible. Both men seem to be engaged in a serious conversation, with one gesturing slightly with his hands.

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Forecast podcast: Netanyahu pushes for Gaza occupation despite rising humanitarian concerns

Factal August 7, 2025

The image depicts a scene of destruction, with several people walking along a dirt road flanked by debris and ruined buildings. In the foreground, a group of individuals, including a person in a red shirt, walk towards the background. The path is surrounded by rubble, with remnants of structures on both sides. Two tall, partially-collapsed buildings stand prominently to the left and right, with their upper sections leaning at precarious angles. In the distance, more damaged buildings are visible, highlighting extensive structural damage. The sky is clear, providing stark contrast to the scene of devastation below.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Ahmed Namatalla discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reported plan to re-occupy the Gaza Strip, plus more on Trump wanting a…

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Forecast: Trump reciprocal tariffs go into effect, DHS ends protections for Cameroon and Nepal, and Bolivia marks independence day

Factal July 31, 2025

The image shows a large group of people gathered outdoors, many wearing hard hats, which appear to be miners' helmets. The crowd is dense and fills the frame, with individuals dressed in various colors, including red, green, and brown. Some people are holding flags, and there is a prominent white sign in the center with bold blue text held by a person wearing a hat and a jacket. The atmosphere suggests a public demonstration or rally.

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Forecast: Israel bombs Damascus amid deadly violence in Syria, Japan holds upper house election, and World Court issues climate change opinion

Factal July 18, 2025

The image shows a man standing behind a lectern, delivering a speech. He is wearing a dark suit with a white dress shirt and a striped tie. A red ribbon is pinned to his suit jacket. The lectern is simple and dark-colored with microphones placed on it. The background is plain with vertical lines, suggesting a formal or official setting. The lighting is soft, focusing primarily on the man.

Welcome to Factal Forecast, a look at the week’s biggest stories from the editors at Factal. We publish our forward-looking note each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on…

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