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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Iran: Chamenei is dead, now his son takes over

Modschtaba Chamenei is anticipated to succeed his father as Iran's Supreme Leader following an election that remains unconfirmed by the Iranian government.

Mar 4 • 12:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Social Democratic Party to Elect Party Leader After 13 Years, Rebuilding the Party is the Biggest Challenge, Some Call for Name Change

The Social Democratic Party in Japan is set to hold its leadership election for the first time in 13 years, with rebuilding the party being the primary concern.

Mar 4 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Attorney General's Office commented on the electoral process in the FEF: these are the 3 sports impacts

The Attorney General's Office of Ecuador clarifies the implications of the new sports law on leadership tenures within sports organizations, particularly concerning the re-election of Francisco Egas in the FEF.

Mar 2 • 23:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Babiš has learned. And he is even more dangerous, says former Prime Minister Fiala. He stated what bothers him the most

Former Prime Minister Petr Fiala reflects on his leadership and critiques Andrej Babiš's approach as he perceives it has become more dangerous post-election.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

OVERVIEW ⟩ Who will temporarily rule Iran after the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei?

Iran is now under the temporary governance of a three-member council following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, as the nation awaits the election of his successor.

Mar 1 • 22:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Iran designates the triumvirate that will lead the country until the election of Khamenei's successor

Iran has officially established a triumvirate to govern until a new Supreme Leader is chosen following the death of Ali Khamenei.

Mar 1 • 19:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

L. Kasčiūnas claims that M. Sinkevičius will need to decide on the coalition: democrats are still an option

L. Kasčiūnas suggests that M. Sinkevičius will have to make important decisions regarding coalition dynamics after the upcoming leadership election of the social democrats in Lithuania.

Mar 1 • 14:07 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Re-elected as football president

Lise Klaveness has been re-elected as the president of the Norwegian Football Federation for another two-year term, following a successful initial term that showcased her leadership during challenging times in Norwegian football.

Mar 1 • 13:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Iran designates the triumvirate that will lead the country until the election of the successor to the assassinated Khamenei

Iran has established a triumvirate to govern until a successor is elected following the assassination of Ali Khamenei.

Mar 1 • 13:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now there is an announcement – She is a candidate for the SDP party leadership

Niina Malm, the second vice chair of the SDP, announces her candidacy for re-election to the party leadership during an event in Vantaa.

Mar 1 • 07:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: South-South ADC leaders refute endorsing Amaechi’s presidential bid

The South-South Zonal Leadership of the African Democratic Congress has denied any endorsement of Rotimi Amaechi for the presidential bid in 2027.

Feb 28 • 10:47 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

If the election is about leadership and defense, Lund and Frederiksen must fight where they agree most

The article discusses the dynamics between Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen as they prepare for a potential election focused on leadership and defense issues.

Feb 28 • 05:40 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
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 'Time to Renew' - Hill-Lewis Declares Bid for DA's Top Job

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Democratic Alliance (DA) following the decision of outgoing leader John Steenhuisen not to seek re-election.

Feb 27 • 14:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Key Green Party policies from drugs, Gaza and pay to scrapping nuclear weapons

The Green Party's recent by-election victory in Gorton and Denton has significantly challenged Labour's dominance and is prompting calls for re-evaluation from the party leadership.

Feb 27 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Raskevičius announced that he will not participate in the Freedom Party chairperson elections

Raskevičius has announced that he will not run for re-election as the chairman of the Freedom Party in Lithuania.

Feb 27 • 10:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Governorship Poll: Why Osun Needs Competence, Not Charisma

The article discusses the upcoming governorship election in Osun State, emphasizing the need for a leader with competence rather than charisma to address the state's challenges.

Feb 27 • 07:53 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
🇬🇧 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
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Song Young-gil: 'Running for Incheon Gyeyang is a return to my original ground... The will of the people and party members is important'

Former Democratic Party leader Song Young-gil reaffirms his intention to run for the Incheon Gyeyang parliamentary by-election, emphasizing the importance of the public and party members' opinions in the decision-making process by the party leadership.

Feb 27 • 02:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A key election tests Keir Starmer's leadership after the Epstein scandal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a critical by-election that may impact his leadership amid internal party tensions and fallout from the Epstein scandal.

Feb 25 • 22:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Häkkänen: "All over Finland, there was a desire for me to be involved behind Petteri in the election battle"

Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen seeks a sixth term as the deputy chairman of the National Coalition Party, expressing support for Petteri Orpo's leadership.

Feb 25 • 14:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Who goes, who stays, who comes?: In which cities in Bavaria the election becomes particularly exciting

The article discusses the upcoming local elections in Bavaria, highlighting the cities with contested mayoral races and potential changes in leadership.

Feb 24 • 14:28 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The sex scandal shaking the Hungarian election campaign

A newly emerged sex scandal has disrupted the Hungarian election campaign, revealing challenges to Viktor Orbán's long-standing leadership.

Feb 24 • 00:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Cassell Kuoh Challenges Raji - Let Delegates Decide Freely

Cassell Kuoh has publicly challenged LFA President Mustapha Raji, demanding a fair and competitive election for the association's leadership in Liberia.

Feb 23 • 18:14 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hamas official says the group is in the final stage of electing a new leader

A Hamas official has declared that the group is concluding the formation of its new leadership bodies, including a Shura Council and a political office.

Feb 22 • 16:05 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Hamas chooses a new leader

The Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas is in the process of selecting a new leader between two candidates, Khalil al-Hayya and Khaled Mishaal.

Feb 22 • 14:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Catholic Church: Bishops Decide on Bätzing's Successor

The German Catholic bishops will gather in Würzburg for their spring assembly to elect a new chairman following Georg Bätzing's decision not to seek re-election.

Feb 22 • 13:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Local Election D-100... Democrats say 'End of Insurrection', Government's judgment by the People’s Power Party

As South Korea's local elections approach in 100 days, the Democratic Party aims to secure a decisive victory to bolster the government's reform agenda, while the People’s Power Party seeks to maintain control of key local powers amidst ongoing challenges.

Feb 22 • 13:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oyo LG elects new APC chairman

The All Progressives Congress has elected Prince Dotun Oladipupo as the new chairman of its Oluyole Local Government Area in Oyo State, Nigeria.

Feb 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

SV local branch promotes a vote of no confidence against the party leadership

The local branch of the Socialist Left Party in Tjeldsund has unanimously proposed a vote of no confidence against party leader Kirsti Bergstø following their evaluation of the recent election campaign.

Feb 21 • 12:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: The CDU Presidency is Elected

The CDU party leadership was elected during the recent CDU federal party convention, confirming key figures including Carsten Linnemann as General Secretary.

Feb 20 • 20:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Hamas Chooses Its New Leadership - Who Are the Favorites

Hamas is undergoing a leadership election process that could significantly influence the future of the movement and peace prospects in Gaza.

Feb 20 • 18:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

CDU Party Conference: The Election Campaigners Hold Back Their Criticism of Merz

At the CDU Party Conference, Manuel Hagel emphasizes optimism for upcoming elections despite internal criticisms of party leadership.

Feb 20 • 14:28 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Angela Merkel: Service for Germany

The article discusses Angela Merkel's uncertain future as Chancellor of Germany following the 2015 refugee crisis, highlighting her contemplation of running for re-election in 2017.

Feb 20 • 10:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Rubio Factor

Marco Rubio has gained significant visibility and leadership through recent international events involving Venezuela and Cuba, positioning himself as a contender for the 2028 Presidential nomination.

Feb 20 • 08:44 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Rósa Björk runs for chairman of VG

Rósa Björk Brynjólfsdóttir announces her candidacy for the leadership of the Left-Green Movement (VG) in Iceland as the current chairman will not seek re-election.

Feb 19 • 14:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Analysis of the LDP's Major Victory in the House of Representatives Election by Overseas Media - German Newspaper Says 'Learn from Takii'

The article discusses the international media's response to the recent electoral victory of Japan's LDP, with notable coverage from German outlets encouraging other nations to learn from LDP's leadership under Sanae Takii.

Feb 18 • 20:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Will Concerns Over Finance Recede with "Takaichi's Strong Leadership"? The Strengthening Yen and Falling Interest Rates Persist Amid Remaining Concerns

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's administration faces contrasting economic signals following the Liberal Democratic Party's victory, with rising yen strength and declining interest rates amid fiscal concerns.

Feb 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Another politician leaves Poland 2050. "I am faithful to the promises"

A recent internal conflict within Poland 2050 has led to the resignation of its leader, Szymon Hołownia, and the election of a new chairperson, Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, amidst growing discord.

Feb 17 • 20:18 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Risks as Executive Director of the Progressives

Helgi Héðinsson has stepped down as the executive director of the Progressive Party after three years, indicating his decision was independent of the recent party leadership election.

Feb 17 • 14:53 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Positioning itself in the middle

Lilja Alfreðsdóttir celebrates her victory in the leadership election of the Progress Party, advocating for a centrist approach.

Feb 16 • 09:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Without relinquishing leadership of the left front, PT and PDT compete for Lula's support in RS

The PT and PDT parties are negotiating a progressive alliance for the election in Rio Grande do Sul while both insist on leading the ticket.

Feb 16 • 04:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New Secretary General Nakagawa, Policy Chairman Okamoto, and National Assembly Committee Chairman Shigetoku

The Chudo Reform Union has appointed Taka Nakagawa as the new Secretary General, focusing on internal unity after a narrow leadership election loss.

Feb 16 • 04:05 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

"A lot has happened but I am satisfied with my election campaign"

Ingibjörg Isaksen reflects on her campaign for party leadership, expressing gratitude for support despite losing the election.

Feb 15 • 16:10 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
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Tangible anticipation for the new chairman

There is palpable anticipation among members of the Progressive Party in Iceland as they prepare to elect a new chairman during their 38th annual conference.

Feb 15 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It is difficult for a chairman to take over while outside the parliament

The article discusses the challenges facing Ingibjörg Isaksen and Lilja Alfreðsdóttir as they vie for the leadership of the Progressive Party in Iceland, highlighting the differences in their parliamentary status.

Feb 15 • 12:52 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Live broadcast: Battle for leadership of the Progressive Party

The Progressive Party is electing a new chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary during its national congress, with candidates delivering speeches followed by a vote.

Feb 15 • 12:31 UTC

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