France’s National Rally and its allies have secured a record 14 seats in partial Senate elections. Is it a ‘major milestone’? Plus: an apology from Asian Games organisers and a check-in with our team at Paris Fashion Week.

The China-US dinner: Is Europe feeling left out?
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Does the UN still have teeth? Plus: Monocle’s October style issue
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‘Greatness or obliteration’: Can the UNGA help Iran and the US secure a deal?
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