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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"I vote yes because they stole my life". Beniamino Zuncheddu's appeal for the referendum

Beniamino Zuncheddu, who spent 33 years imprisoned for a crime he did not commit, supports a constitutional reform referendum in Italy.

Mar 1 • 14:20 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Left's Weapon at the Polls: 1.7 Million Muslims to Reject the Referendum and Meloni

The Italian political landscape is witnessing the mobilization of the Muslim community, with 1.7 million potential voters poised to impact the outcome of an upcoming constitutional referendum.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

This pleases the 4T: Daniel Noboa suffers electoral defeat after rejection of his constitutional reforms

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa faced a surprising electoral defeat when voters rejected his proposed constitutional reforms in a national referendum.

Feb 27 • 00:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Nanni Moretti's 'Dear Diary' for the No to the Referendum

Renowned Italian filmmaker Nanni Moretti publicly announced his opposition to the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22-23.

Feb 25 • 23:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

If the Sì passes for the Anm, it will be year zero

The Italian national magistrates' association (Anm) may have to dissolve or significantly reform itself if a referendum passes, as the new constitutional changes will alter its foundational structure.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Amendment to the National Referendum Act Advances to the Judicial Committee... The First Step for Constitutional Vote

The amendment procedure for the National Referendum Act, a prerequisite for constitutional reform, gained momentum in the National Assembly on the 23rd, raising prospects for a vote before the ongoing February session ends.

Feb 23 • 13:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] Amendment to the National Referendum Act Passes the Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee... Allows for Constitutional Amendments Voting

An amendment to the National Referendum Act that allows for voting on constitutional amendments has passed the South Korean National Assembly's Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee.

Feb 23 • 02:31 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Feds won’t stand in the way of Alberta’s fall referendum, stress common immigration goals

Federal officials have indicated they will not obstruct Alberta's planned referendum regarding constitutional and immigration-related questions this fall.

Feb 20 • 20:37 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to discuss plans for provincial referendums

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to announce plans for a provincial referendum in October, addressing key issues such as immigration and constitutional amendments.

Feb 20 • 18:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, Mantovano's Doubts About Gratteri: 'Does He Want to Investigate Those Who Support Yes?'

Alfredo Mantovano questions Nicola Gratteri's remarks about investigating those who support a constitutional justice reform in Italy during a conference in Rome.

Feb 20 • 17:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, lawyers attack the ANM: 'It behaves like a party, stop committees in court'

The Italian National Bar Council criticizes the National Association of Magistrates for allegedly politicizing the judicial environment during the constitutional reform referendum campaign.

Feb 19 • 16:11 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The self-referential power of the judiciary

The article discusses the heated political atmosphere in Italy ahead of the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice, focusing on Minister Carlo Nordio's controversial remarks about judicial corruption.

Feb 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Enough with the castles in the air and lies of the ANM

Oreste Dominioni argues that the approval of judicial reform in Italy should be celebrated as it fulfills constitutional expectations rather than undermining them.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Referendum, Di Matteo: "Nordio manipulates my thoughts, reform aggravates the problems of the Csm"

Judge Antonino Di Matteo criticizes Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, asserting that the proposed constitutional reform will exacerbate issues within the CSM rather than resolve them.

Feb 16 • 10:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

I, from the left, will vote Yes in defense of the Constitution

Marilisa D'Amico, a constitutional law expert, expresses her support for the Yes vote in the justice referendum, emphasizing alignment with leftist principles.

Feb 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The CEI divides over the 'No'. But the real game is the succession to Zuppi

The Italian Bishops' Conference (CEI) has officially denied claims of supporting a 'No' vote on upcoming constitutional reforms, as internal divisions emerge, notably following controversial statements from its vice president.

Feb 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Most on Cash Protection: If There Is Sufficient Support from Citizens, We Are Ready for a Referendum

The Croatian political party Most is pushing to secure constitutional protection for cash payments but has failed to gather enough parliamentary support for the initiative, citing lack of backing from major parties.

Feb 14 • 17:42 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Gratteri's accusations? He lost his temper

Antonio Baldassarre, an esteemed legal scholar, defends his support for a constitutional reform in Italy while critiquing the remarks made by Gratteri regarding the referendum.

Feb 14 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Formation of the 'Rajya Sabha' in Bangladesh!

Bangladesh is set to establish a 'Rajya Sabha' as a significant shift in its political landscape following recent parliamentary elections and a referendum.

Feb 13 • 11:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bangladesh: One vote for the PM, another for the July Charter

In the 2026 Bangladesh elections, voters cast two votes, one for Tarique Rahman and another to facilitate constitutional changes through a referendum on the July Charter.

Feb 13 • 10:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: 'No Referendum, No Legitimacy' - FreeZim Congress Leader

The leader of the FreeZim Congress party, Joseph Makamba Busha, has criticized proposed constitutional amendments that would allow President Mnangagwa to extend his term until 2030, deeming them illegitimate without a public referendum.

Feb 13 • 08:42 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Nordio taken aback: "Psychological tests are needed even at the end of a career"

Justice Minister Carlo Nordio expresses concern over comments made by Prosecutor Nicola Gratteri regarding constitutional referendum campaigning, suggesting psychological evaluations for judges should be considered at all career stages.

Feb 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The case goes straight to the CSM. And the Supreme Court will evaluate disciplinary measures. "His balance must be verified"

Nicola Gratteri, the Public Prosecutor of Naples, has made controversial statements regarding the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform in Italy, categorizing citizens' votes in a divisive manner.

Feb 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

General elections and referendum underway in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is conducting its 13th general elections and a referendum on constitutional reforms amidst significant political changes.

Feb 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why will a voter cast two votes in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh is set for a significant election where voters will cast two votes: one for local parliamentarians and another on a constitutional referendum based on recent movements.

Feb 12 • 08:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The results of the three referendums held in Bangladesh so far indicate what will happen next...

Bangladesh is set to hold its fourth significant referendum on February 12, 2026, alongside general elections, asking citizens whether they want to implement the 'July Charter' with notable constitutional amendments.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"It violated the equal conditions on the referendum." Report ends up at Agcom

Nicolò Zanon, president of the National 'Yes Reform' Committee, claims that a recent Report broadcast violated fairness rules during the constitutional referendum campaign by spreading falsehoods.

Feb 11 • 12:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Boží Dar turns to the Constitutional Court due to the referendum on Ryžovna

The town of Boží Dar is approaching the Constitutional Court regarding the legality of a referendum about Ryžovna.

Feb 11 • 08:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Zimbabwe cabinet approves tenure extension for 83-year-old president, opposition protests

Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved constitutional changes aimed at extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030, drawing criticism from opposition leaders who demand a national referendum on the amendments.

Feb 10 • 21:19 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Democrats will present Pellegrini with a dilemma in the referendum. According to lawyers, he can reject it outright

The Slovak political party Democrats has garnered enough support for a referendum on early elections, but legal experts argue that its proposed question may not be constitutional, complicating President Pellegrini's position.

Feb 10 • 06:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The reform cancels the last totalitarian remnant. Some judges wear the toga like transformists

Italy's upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22-23 is causing significant political debate, with proponents planning a vigorous campaign amid criticisms.

Feb 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Han Byung-do: The Golden Time for One-Point Constitutional Amendment on May 18 is at a Critical Point

Han Byung-do calls for urgent amendments to the National Referendum Act to enable a constitutional change recognizing the spirit of May 18.

Feb 9 • 01:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

Elections in Thailand: The Failure of the Pro-Democratic People's Party

The pro-democratic People's Party faced defeat in Thailand's parliamentary elections, with conservative forces triumphing amidst a complicated voting system.

Feb 8 • 15:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Thailand is electing a new parliament, a referendum is taking place regarding the drafting of a new constitution

Thailand is conducting a referendum aimed at creating a more democratic political system as voters prepare for parliamentary elections, influenced by the People's Party's reform agenda.

Feb 8 • 07:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Referendum on Constitutional Reform in Thailand: Created During Military Rule, Criticism of 'Judicial Intervention'

Thailand held a referendum on constitutional reform alongside the general elections, with strong criticisms of the existing constitution's provisions favoring the military and monarchy.

Feb 8 • 07:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Thais are electing a new parliament and deciding on constitutional reform

Thais will choose a new parliament and vote on a referendum for a new national constitution to promote democracy on Sunday.

Feb 8 • 06:52 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The 'dirty games' of the No. Three judges of the college in the anti-reform front

A group of judges openly opposing constitutional reform has contributed to a controversial decision that threatens an upcoming referendum in Italy.

Feb 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From the Court, almost a coup d'état. It confirms that it is inevitable to change

The article discusses the controversial decision by the Italian Supreme Court, which changed a constitutional referendum question, suggesting a disruption of legal norms according to legal experts.

Feb 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Colle concerned about the show of strength: 'Irreproachable solution'

Italy's President Mattarella has signed off on a constitutional referendum question, affirming its legality as an administrative act following a Cabinet meeting.

Feb 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Thailand: 53 million voters at the polls for elections and constitutional amendment referendum

53 million voters in Thailand are participating in elections and a constitutional amendment referendum aimed at making the political system more democratic.

Feb 8 • 03:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum on Justice, the government confirms the dates

The Italian government has confirmed the dates of the referendum on justice reform, set for March 22 and 23, 2024.

Feb 7 • 12:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, the gowns attempt a blitz

On the day Sergio Mattarella represents Italy at the inauguration of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, a judicial act from the Supreme Court forces a rewrite of a presidential decree concerning a referendum on constitutional reform.

Feb 7 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The Anm has colonized the Csm with the currents. The propaganda against the referendum has been dismantled

The article discusses a controversial statement made by magistrate Silvia Albano regarding constitutional justice reform, sparking significant debate.

Feb 5 • 10:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Here is what kind of referendum Tomašević is preparing: 'The entire opposition will collect signatures'

Mayor Tomašević announced that if the Constitutional Court does not respond within 30 days regarding the government's overreach into local autonomy, the progressive opposition will begin collecting signatures for a referendum.

Feb 3 • 12:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Six out of ten Italians want justice reform. The survey freezes the left

A recent survey reveals that 60% of Italians support constitutional reform of the justice system, creating divisions within the political landscape, particularly for the left.

Jan 16 • 13:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Conte's scheme yields 500 thousand euros. But the consultation will never take place

In a swift effort, various political and union groups collected 500,000 signatures in support of a referendum that ultimately cannot be held due to constitutional restrictions.

Jan 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Most collects signatures for constitutional protection of cash: 'It's more than a party issue'

The political party Most has begun collecting signatures in the Croatian Parliament to modify the Constitution in order to protect cash as a means of payment, warning that failing to do so may require a referendum.

Jan 14 • 12:38 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

TAR says no to urgent suspension of the date

The Lazio TAR has denied an urgent precautionary suspension of the Italian government's decision to hold a constitutional referendum on justice reform on March 22-23.

Jan 14 • 12:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Grmoja: 'Protecting cash payments in the Constitution is more than a party issue'

The Most party and independent representative Josip Jurčević announced plans to collect signatures for constitutional changes to protect cash payments in Croatia, with a potential referendum if there is no response.

Jan 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum on justice: here's everything you need to know

The constitutional referendum on justice reform in Italy is scheduled for March 22 and 23, 2026, where citizens will vote on the proposed separation of magistrate careers and the establishment of two distinct Supreme Councils of the Judiciary.

Jan 12 • 18:39 UTC

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