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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

SPD in Crisis: Klingbeil Has Never Been Under Greater Pressure

Lars Klingbeil, the leader of the SPD, faces increasing pressure within the party following the electoral defeat in Rhineland-Palatinate, as discussions about the party's direction and reforms intensify.

Mar 23 • 06:25 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Pyne and Downer comment on Liberal SA wipe-out, Greens increase vote

After a significant defeat in the South Australian election, former Liberal leaders call for changes within the party to address factionalism and better define its platform.

Mar 23 • 06:05 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Results 2026: The Outgoing Ecologist Pierre Hurmic Announces His Defeat Against Macronist Thomas Cazenave in Bordeaux

In a tightly contested runoff, Thomas Cazenave, a Macronist deputy, defeated the incumbent ecologist mayor Pierre Hurmic in Bordeaux, with a close vote of 50.8% to 49.2%.

Mar 22 • 21:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Munich Mayor Reiter congratulates Green candidate Krause on electoral victory

Munich's Mayor Dieter Reiter acknowledges his defeat in the mayoral runoff election, congratulating his opponent Dominik Krause from the Green party for his victory.

Mar 22 • 19:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Runoff Election in the Ebersberg District: Defeat for the Incumbent

Maria Wirnitzer has been elected the new mayor of Vaterstetten, defeating the incumbent Leonhard Spitzauer.

Mar 22 • 18:34 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Munich Mayor Reiter congratulates Green candidate on electoral victory

Munich's Mayor Dieter Reiter conceded defeat and congratulated Green candidate Dominik Krause after a decisive runoff election win in the city.

Mar 22 • 18:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

One Nation wins at least one SA seat as Liberals consider ‘sobering lessons’ from election defeat

One Nation is set to win a seat in the South Australian lower house while the Liberals reflect on their significant election defeat to Labor.

Mar 22 • 06:40 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

From a 'mountain to climb' to over a cliff, SA Liberals face total wipeout

The South Australian Liberal Party is facing a historic electoral defeat, sinking to third place in primary votes after a significant loss of previously secure seats.

Mar 21 • 11:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Upper Franconia: Bamberg CSU chief gives up

Gerhard Seitz, head of the local CSU in Bamberg, resigns from his position following the party's defeat in municipal elections, calling for a fundamental political renewal.

Mar 20 • 15:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PT announces Haddad's pre-candidacy for the government of SP: 'You can have defeat in any election, but never a political defeat'

Fernando Haddad has been announced as the pre-candidate for the government of São Paulo by the PT party, emphasizing the importance of political victories over electoral losses.

Mar 19 • 23:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Germany: The success of the election is determined by trustworthiness, not charisma

The CDU seeks explanations for its loss in the Baden-Württemberg state elections, attributing defeat to a supposed smear campaign by the Greens against its candidate.

Mar 19 • 11:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Baden-Württemberg after the election: CDU in cooling mode

Following a narrow electoral defeat, the CDU is preparing for coalition talks with the Greens in Baden-Württemberg, emphasizing the need to refrain from public demands during negotiations.

Mar 13 • 13:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Parties: No, the election in Baden-Württemberg did not end in a tie

Following the Baden-Württemberg state elections, the CDU has adopted an unusual stance regarding their defeat, acknowledging the Green Party's narrow victory while simultaneously suggesting they did not truly lose.

Mar 10 • 11:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Election in Baden-Württemberg: Hagel offers resignation after defeat

Baden-Württemberg's CDU leader, Manuel Hagel, offered his resignation following a narrow electoral defeat, which was subsequently rejected by the party's state executive board.

Mar 9 • 20:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mayoral Election 2026 in Hebertshausen: 'I believe I demanded too much from the people'

Hebertshausen's Mayor Richard Reischl expressed disappointment after losing the election to CSU candidate Hans-Jürgen Schreier, attributing his defeat to a loss of credibility due to his previous political decisions.

Mar 9 • 13:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Election in Baden-Württemberg: Is this the end for the FDP?

The FDP suffers another electoral defeat in Baden-Württemberg, failing to surpass the five percent threshold, raising questions about its future.

Mar 9 • 09:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

No coalition can unseat Tinubu, says Reps member

A Nigerian lawmaker asserts that no political coalition will be able to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 presidential election, as he believes Tinubu is the best option for the country.

Mar 8 • 00:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

It is not a new early retirement, but it looks like it - still with Løkke in focus

The article discusses Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen's reaction to Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's announcement of a more flexible retirement age, which he sees as aligning with Socialist Party principles after their EU election defeat.

Mar 6 • 05:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Former NSW Liberal Premier Nick Greiner Warned Executive of Internal Backlash Over Burying of Election Defeat Review

Former NSW Premier Nick Greiner cautioned the Liberal federal executive against suppressing a report on their election defeat, warning it could lead to backlash within the party and among the media.

Mar 2 • 07:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Trump seems to link the attack on Iran with electoral interference attempts and his defeat in 2020

Donald Trump has connected U.S. military operations in Iran to claims of election interference by Tehran, using the occasion to reiterate grievances over the 2020 election.

Mar 1 • 18:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Nigel Farage accused of 'trying to rig' election rules in Trumpian 'sore loser' move

Nigel Farage faces accusations of attempting to manipulate election rules following his recent defeat in a by-election, with plans that echo controversial reforms associated with Donald Trump.

Mar 1 • 15:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sadiq Khan sends searing 'betrayal' warning to Keir Starmer after by-election loss

Sadiq Khan cautioned Keir Starmer against shifting Labour's progressive values in light of a recent by-election defeat.

Mar 1 • 11:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Defeat of the Center-Right in the House of Representatives Election: Regrets and Lessons of Komeito Officials - 'Failed to Maximize Support'

Komeito faced significant defeat in the latest House of Representatives election, raising concerns among party officials about their failure to effectively mobilize support.

Feb 28 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Wes Streeting says Labour must 'give country hope' after by-election defeat

Wes Streeting emphasizes the need for Labour to present hope to the country following a significant by-election loss, advocating for humility and caution against shifting too far left.

Feb 28 • 15:29 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

And the Greens triumph in Manchester thanks to the votes from the Islamic ghetto

The Greens won a by-election in Gorton and Denton, Manchester, marking a historic defeat for the Labour Party in an area it had dominated since 1931.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DAVID BLUNKETT: 'Keir Starmer must show how policies can change the lives of voters'

David Blunkett urges Keir Starmer to effectively communicate how his policies will positively impact voters' lives following a Labour defeat in a key by-election.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

United Kingdom, Labour Party defeat in the Manchester stronghold. 'Starmer at a dead end'

The Labour Party suffered a shocking defeat in a crucial by-election in Manchester, leading to intense criticism of leader Keir Starmer.

Feb 28 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Shabana Mahmood vows to stick with hardline migration policies after byelection defeat

Shabana Mahmood remains committed to her hardline immigration policies despite calls from unions and Labour MPs for a reevaluation following a byelection loss.

Feb 27 • 22:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

A 34-year-old plumber has inflicted a severe defeat on the Prime Minister. What happened?

Keir Starmer faced a humiliating defeat in a symbolic by-election, highlighting significant challenges for the British Prime Minister.

Feb 27 • 18:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer 'wake up call' as Labour reels after nightmare by-election loss

Labour's significant defeat in the Gorton and Denton by-election highlights urgent concerns within the party and calls for leadership reflection following the Greens' unexpected victory.

Feb 27 • 17:45 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Starmer humiliated by Greens in election defeat

The UK Labour Party faced a significant loss in a parliamentary by-election, with the Green Party securing a seat historically held by Labour for nearly a century.

Feb 27 • 14:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain: Prime Minister Starmer Closer to 'Exit' After New Defeat of the Labour Party

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces increased pressure after the Labour Party suffered a significant defeat in a parliamentary by-election in Manchester.

Feb 27 • 11:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer breaks silence after Labour defeat in Gorton and Denton by-election

Keir Starmer expressed disappointment over Labour's loss in the Gorton and Denton by-election but remains committed to fighting for change.

Feb 27 • 11:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Liberal party executive agrees to permanently bury review into catastrophic 2025 election defeat

The Liberal party's federal executive has decided to permanently shelve a review of their significant electoral defeat in 2025, shielding current and former leadership from scrutiny.

Feb 27 • 07:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Starmer's Labour Party Suffers Another Electoral Blow, Falling Behind the Greens and the Far Right

The Labour Party led by Sir Keir Starmer has faced a significant defeat in a by-election in Gorton and Denton, trailing behind the Green Party and far-right candidates.

Feb 27 • 07:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Symbolic Blow to Starmer: Greens Snatch a Historic Stronghold for Labour in Manchester

British Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer won a by-election in the historically Labour-held constituency of Gorton and Denton, marking a symbolic defeat for the Labour Party amid changing voter dynamics.

Feb 27 • 07:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I was there for Labour's seismic defeat in Gorton & Denton - it reminded me of one thing

The article discusses the Labour Party's unexpected defeat in the Gorton and Denton by-election, highlighting the significant support for the Green Party and raising questions about Labour leadership.

Feb 27 • 06:38 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

United Kingdom, defeat for Starmer in the Manchester election: now the prime minister risks his position

Starmer's Labour Party finished third in the recent Manchester by-election, facing significant challenges from rising populist movements.

Feb 27 • 06:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer suffers nightmare defeat in Gorton and Denton by-election

Keir Starmer's Labour Party faced a significant defeat in the Gorton and Denton by-election, falling to third place behind the Green Party and the hard-right Reform Party.

Feb 27 • 06:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Gorton and Denton by-election result as Keir Starmer suffers major upset to Greens

Keir Starmer's Labour Party has suffered a significant defeat in the Gorton and Denton by-election, falling to third place behind the Green Party and Reform UK.

Feb 27 • 04:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Baden-Württemberg: The SPD's Fear of Single Digits

The SPD in Baden-Württemberg is facing a possible historic electoral defeat with fears of single-digit percentages in the upcoming election.

Feb 26 • 18:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer urges voters to 'strike a blow against hate' in crunch by-election

Keir Starmer calls on voters to defeat Reform party in an important by-election that could impact Labour's long-held seat in Gorton and Denton.

Feb 25 • 19:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

There Is No Defeat... For Trump, the Midterm Elections Are a 'Victory' or 'Fraud'

The article discusses Donald Trump's actions and statements following his return to the White House, and suggests he may intend to disregard election results if he faces defeat in future elections.

Feb 23 • 20:07 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

‘His superpower is shamelessness’: Tim Wilson has big ambitions – for Australia and for himself

Tim Wilson, a key figure in the Liberal Party, demonstrates ambition for leadership following the Coalition's election defeat despite backlash from critics about his attitude and timing.

Feb 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

PSOE Critics Revolt Against a Party Leadership They See as Detached from Reality: "We Lose Every Election" and There Is No "Solid Reasoning"

Critics within the PSOE are voicing their discontent with the party leadership, claiming it is disconnected from reality and noting a series of electoral failures.

Feb 15 • 15:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Heading Towards a Surprise - Reveals Threat of Leaked Sextape

Péter Magyar, an opposition leader in Hungary, claims he is being threatened with the release of a secretly recorded sextape as he challenges Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, whose party is facing potential defeat in the upcoming elections.

Feb 13 • 00:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu has fulfilled campaign promises, opposition can’t defeat him – Omokri

Reno Omokri stated that President Tinubu's successful economic reforms make it difficult for opposition parties to defeat him in the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 • 21:43 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Candidates swept away by the 'three issues' defeated the Liberal Democratic Party candidate

The article discusses the surprising defeat of a centrist candidate in Japan by the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, despite predictions of a close race and allegations against the LDP candidate.

Feb 10 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

SA Liberals face wipeout not seen since state bank election

The South Australian Liberal Party is facing an unprecedented electoral defeat, reminiscent of the 1993 state bank election outcome.

Feb 10 • 19:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expectations and Challenges for 29-Year-Old Newcomer After Proportional Revival Election Against LDP Secretary-General

A 29-year-old newcomer from the Democratic Party of the People, Makoto Sasaki, secured a proportional seat in the Japanese House of Representatives against a well-established LDP secretary-general despite a defeat in a direct contest.

Feb 10 • 11:20 UTC

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