Elections & Politics
61 articles from 25 countries
Global political developments saw South Korean police seek an arrest warrant for defamation charges, while Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council announced necessary actions regarding cross-strait relations following the 'Zheng-Xi Meeting.' In Argentina, the Peronist movement analyzed President Javier Milei's declining poll numbers, and Turkey's Republican People's Party expelled a detained mayor.
🇮🇱 IsraelTennessee legislature passes bill mandating Judea and Samaria terminology in state communications
- The Tennessee General Assembly has passed a bill requiring state agencies to use the term "Judea and Samaria" in official communications, effective July 2026. - Supporters argue the terminology refl…
TIME names Netanyahu among 2026 Most Influential, calls his post-Oct. 7 comeback bigger than Trump
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been named among TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2026. - TIME editor-at-large Ian Bremmer noted Netanyahu's significant political comeback follow…
Former Brazil spy chief freed from US ICE detention, ally and source say
- Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem has been released from US immigration detention. - Ramagem fled Brazil in September after being convicted of plotting a coup with former Preside…
US envoy raises doubts over electing Chile's Bachelet as next UN leader
- US envoy Mike Waltz expressed concerns over Michelle Bachelet's potential candidacy for UN Secretary-General, echoing a senator's doubts about her past performance. - Waltz stated the US prioritizes…
As Ohio again tries to block Hebrew Union College’s restructuring, a new rabbinical school emerges
- Ohio's Attorney General has filed a second lawsuit to prevent Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC) from closing its historic Cincinnati campus. - The lawsuit alleges that closing …
INEC seeks stakeholder synergy ahead of Ekiti poll
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ekiti State, Nigeria, is seeking collaboration with stakeholders for the upcoming governorship election. - INEC aims to mitigate potential ris…
A’Ibom APC stakeholders reject consensus for assembly seat
- Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, have rejected the governor's alleged directive for a consensus candidate for the State House of Assembly seat. - …
Tinubu congratulates Benin Republic’s president-elect Wadagni
- President Bola Tinubu congratulated Romuald Wadagni on his election as President of the Republic of Benin. - Tinubu described Wadagni's victory as a reflection of the Beninese people's trust in his …
2.2 million candidates sit 2026 UTME nationwide
- Over 2.2 million candidates are set to take the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) nationwide. - The examination, organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)…
APC Youths Rally Behind Ogun Speaker's Return to Assembly
- Youths from 10 wards in Ogun State's Odeda constituency are backing the return of Speaker Hon Oludaisi Elemide to the State House of Assembly. - The youths rallied in support, opposing rumors of a p…
S’African left-wing party leader Malema jailed five years on gun charges
- South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in jail for firing an assault rifle at a rally eight years ago. - The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader was convic…
Borno Stakeholders Endorse Deputy Speaker Askira for Senate, Citing Need for Power Rotation
- Stakeholders in Borno State, Nigeria, have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Abdullahi Musa Askira, for the Borno South Senatorial District seat in 2027. - The endorsement …
ADC Expels Members over Alleged Anti-party Activities, Kachikwu’s Camp Plans Convention
- The African Democratic Congress (ADC) expelled several members during its National Convention in Abuja for alleged anti-party activities. - The expelled members, including Hon. Leke Abejide, are now…
US Democrats File Impeachment Articles Against Defence Secretary Hegseth
- US Democrats have filed articles of impeachment against Defence Secretary Hegseth. - The resolution is being led by Democratic Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari from Arizona. - The impeachment effort fa…
Anyanwu's Expulsion Appeal Fuels Unease, Anxiety in Nyesom Wike’s Faction of PDP
- Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has appealed a court ruling affirming his expulsion from the party. - The appeal raises concerns about the leg…
Fake domestic abuse claims used to secure UK residency -BBC investigation
- A BBC investigation alleges that some migrants are falsely claiming domestic abuse to gain residency in the UK through a Home Office scheme. - The report suggests that some immigration advisers are …
Ikorodu LCDA Chair Backs Rep Benson's Fourth Term Bid, Dismisses Opposition
- Hammed Aroyewun, Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, reaffirmed support for Babajimi Benson's fourth term bid, dismissing reports of opposition. - Aroyewun stated that consultations with residents and…
Trump's conflict with Pope Leo XIV stems from differing views on religion, not just imprudence
- A Polish commentator argues that the conflict between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV stems from a fundamental difference in how they view the role of religion and Christianity. - The commentator sugg…
Poles believe Trump crossed a line attacking Pope Leo XIV, poll shows
- A poll indicates that Poles believe Donald Trump crossed a line by attacking Pope Leo XIV. - The conflict escalated after the Pope deemed Trump's threats against Iran unacceptable and spoke against …
President Mahama attends Congo president’s swearing-in in Brazzaville
- President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana attended the inauguration of Denis Sassou Nguesso in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. - Nguesso secured another five-year term after winning the March 15 el…
Trump's Washington: A podcast explores the impact on Mexico
- Donald Trump's return to the White House has significantly impacted U.S. politics, reshaping priorities, alliances, and calculations both domestically and internationally. - For Mexico, these shifts…
Minister concedes schools may grant compensatory leave on June 30
- Slovak schools are uncertain how to handle May 8th, a public holiday that has become a working day due to consolidation measures. - The Minister of Education, Tomáš Drucker, stated that school emplo…
Opposition Demands Prosecutor Explain Secret Meeting with Suspect Over Rakija
- Opposition politician Marinika Tepić questioned the Prosecutor for Organized Crime, Mladen Nenadić, about a reported secret meeting with Nikola Selaković, a key suspect in a corruption case. - Tepić…
Pajtić: Serbia Has 'Đura Without a Government,' a Farce Compared to Historical Freedoms
- Serbian politician Bojan Pajtić criticizes the government of Prime Minister Đura Macut, likening it to 'Đura without a government' compared to the historical 'Jovan without land.' - Pajtić argues th…
Left Party leadership wants to lower taxes for themselves
- The Left Party in Sweden is proposing to lower the party tax for its elected officials. - This proposal aims to increase the take-home pay for lawmakers, with a Riksdag member potentially gaining an…
House Republicans File Impeachment Articles Against Defense Secretary Geren
- US House Republicans have introduced six articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Geren. - Geren is accused of "high crimes and misdemeanors" related to the withdrawal of US troops fro…
Interim Government's Trust Declines, Reports Market Links (Graphics)
- A recent poll by "Market Links" indicates a decline in public trust for the interim government led by Andrey Gyurov. - The findings are part of a nationally representative survey funded by "Market L…
Sweden Proposes Lowering Prison Age to 13 Amid Criticism
- The Swedish government is proposing to lower the age at which individuals can be imprisoned to 13. - This proposal, despite criticism from various bodies including the Council on Legislation, aims t…
Left Party leadership wants to lower taxes for themselves
- The Left Party in Sweden is proposing to lower the party tax for its elected officials. - This proposal aims to increase the take-home pay for lawmakers, with a Riksdag member potentially gaining an…
President Lee to Lunch with Hong Joon-pyo, Who Backed Kim Bu-kyum: 'No Reason Not to Go'
- President Lee Jae-myung will hold a private lunch with former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo on the 17th. - Hong Joon-pyo recently publicly endorsed Kim Bu-kyum, the Democratic Party's candidate for Daeg…
Hankyoreh Cartoon: April 17
This article is a political cartoon from Hankyoreh.
Reflecting on Media Coverage of 'Chokbeop Sonyeon' (Juvenile Offenders)
- The article discusses the media's role and potential bias in reporting on the proposed lowering of the age for juvenile offenders (chokbeop소년). - Data shows an increase in juvenile offenders, with t…
Opposition Leader’s U.S. Visit Draws Fire for Lack of Tangible Results
- South Korean opposition leader Jang Dong-hyuk, currently visiting the U.S., stated that American officials urged South Korea to align its voice with the U.S. regarding the Israel-Iran conflict. - Ja…
South Korean Party Leader's US Visit Criticized for Lack of Transparency and Results
- Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of South Korea's People Power Party, concluded a 5-day visit to the US, facing criticism for his absence during a crucial local election nomination period. - During a press co…
Personnel Appointments Announced by Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries
- Hwang Sang-ho appointed Director of Busan Port North Port Integrated Development Promotion Team. - Koo Do-hyung appointed as external dispatch. - Jeong Jun-ho appointed as Planning and General Manag…
Democrat Party Selects Former Vice Mayor Cho Sang-ho as Sejong Mayoral Candidate
- Cho Sang-ho, former vice mayor of Sejong, has been confirmed as the Democratic Party's candidate for mayor of Sejong City. - The selection was made through a combination of party member votes and pu…
Hong Joon-pyo: 'Lee Jin-sook's bid is just tantrums'
- Former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo criticized Lee Jin-sook's bid for the mayoral seat, calling her past actions mere "tantrums." - Hong also stated that none of the current People Power Party candidat…
Jung Won-oh: 'Seoul will be a global G2 city'
- Seoul mayoral candidate Jung Won-oh pledged to elevate the city into a global "G2" hub, on par with New York. - He outlined economic plans including establishing special economic zones and fostering…
Basic Income Party Leader Yong Hye-in Weighs Ansan Gap By-Election Run
- Basic Income Party leader Yong Hye-in is considering running in the upcoming by-election for the Ansan Gap constituency. - If she runs, she would forgo her current proportional representation seat t…
Prominent Opposition Lawmaker Opposes Ally's By-Election Candidacy
- A prominent member of South Korea's main opposition party, Kim Young-joo, has voiced opposition to the potential candidacy of Kim Yong, a close aide to party leader Lee Jae-myung, in a by-election. …
Farmers Demand Direct Elections for Nonghyup Leadership
- Farmer groups are demanding reforms within the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation (Nonghyup), including the reintroduction of direct elections for its president. - They argue that direct e…
Trump posts image of Jesus embracing him, drawing fresh blasphemy accusations
- Donald Trump posted an image on his social media depicting himself being embraced by Jesus, days after removing a controversial image of himself with Jesus. - The new image, posted on Truth Social, …
South Korean President Lee to Meet with Former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo
- South Korean President Lee Jae-myung will hold a private lunch meeting with former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo on April 17. - The meeting was proposed by the presidential office as part of efforts to …
GKNB Head Addresses Reforms, Complaints, and 'Housecleaning' within Security Service
- Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security (GKNB) chief, Joomart Jumagulov, addressed key issues facing the agency, including a rise in public complaints and employee misconduct. - Jumagulov…
MP Renewal: Commission to Qualify Final Aspirants, Including Prosecutor Consuelo Porras and Judge Villeda
- A commission is evaluating the final candidates for Guatemala's Attorney General and Head of the Public Ministry, including current Attorney General Consuelo Porras. - The selection process involves…
Cannot Promise Anything Yet
- Regína Ásvaldsdóttir, a former mayor and candidate for the Social Democratic Party in Reykjavík, stated that the party cannot make promises regarding the Borgarlína project at this time. - She atten…
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan eyes historic third term amid internal challenges
- Pinarayi Vijayan, the incumbent Chief Minister of Kerala and a prominent leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), aims to secure a historic third consecutive term in the 2026 Assembly polls…
Pastor Iványi: 'Orbán Belongs in Prison After Due Process'
- Pastor Gábor Iványi, a former associate of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, criticizes Orbán for moral failings, lies, and corruption. - Iványi, a Protestant pastor, expresses hope that Orbán …
PKR Stakes Claim to Temerloh Seat, Citing Long History
- PKR claims Temerloh parliamentary seat has been its traditional seat since 2008, challenging Amanah's claim. - The party highlights its long history and sentimental ties to Temerloh, citing its esta…
PM Criticizes CARICOM Over 'Disgraceful Silence' on Top Official's Reappointment
- Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar criticized CARICOM for its handling of the reappointment of Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett. - Persad-Bissessar accused the bloc of a …
Parliament - Androulakis to Mitsotakis: Resignation is the Only Way Forward, Let's Go to Elections
- PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and the government in Parliament. - Androulakis accused the government of corruption, impunity, lack of …
Magyar Violates The Constitution
- Former Constitutional Court judge Bela Pokol stated that Peter Magyar's public call for the resignation of the head of state violates the Hungarian constitution. - According to Pokol, such a demand …
Hungarian legal experts question Magyar's demands, warn of constitutional violations
- Hungarian legal experts are questioning the legitimacy of Peter Magyar's calls for resignations from top judicial and state officials following his party's election victory. - Constitutional lawyers…
Hungarian Gathering 'Magyar úton' to Discuss Election Lessons and Foster Unity
- A gathering called 'Magyar úton' (On the Hungarian Road) is scheduled for Friday evening in Budapest. - Organized by Pesti Srácok and the Nemzeti Maximumért Alapítvány, the event aims to strengthen …
French MPs Reject Debate on Antisemitism Law Petition
- French lawmakers have decided not to debate a petition against the Yadan law on antisemitism, which had gathered over 700,000 signatures. - The decision was made by the Law Commission, which voted t…
Dutch Council of State: Legislation Needs More Focus on Future Generations
- The Dutch Council of State advises that legislation should give more consideration to the interests of future generations. - This recommendation emphasizes the need for long-term thinking in policy-…
Sayyid Shihab receives UK Deputy Prime Minister and State Secretary for Justice
- Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said met with UK's Deputy Prime Minister and State Secretary for Justice, David Lammy, in Muscat. - The discussions focused on strengthening the historically strong nation…
Orbán's Fall Deals a Blow to Maverick European Sheriffs Who Want to Rule in Their Own Coral
- The article criticizes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, suggesting his recent electoral performance indicates a decline in his economic success narrative. - It draws a parallel between Orbán a…
Xi Jinping stresses 'patience' on Taiwan reunification in talks with opposition leader
- China's top leader Xi Jinping expressed a patient approach to Taiwan's reunification during a meeting with Taiwan's main opposition party leader. - Xi referenced Chinese fables emphasizing persevera…
Director Compares Putin's Years of Law Changes to Trump's Rapid, Illegal Actions
- The article discusses the legal and political strategies of Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, contrasting their approaches to power. - It suggests Putin spent years changing laws, while Trump acts qu…
Czech Government Approves NATO Summit Delegation, Excludes President
The Czech government has approved a delegation to attend a NATO summit, excluding the President. The delegation will include Prime Minister Babiš, along with Macinka and Zůna. Details regarding the …
