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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike camp disowns Ekiti PDP gov candidate

The disagreement between two factions within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party over the leadership and governorship candidate for Ekiti State escalates with claims from each side disputing legitimacy.

Mar 23 • 00:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

More power, less confidence: the dilemma of the STF

The article discusses the declining trust in Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) amid allegations involving some of its ministers and their families.

Mar 22 • 17:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

El-Hadji Diouf insists on the legitimacy of Senegal's African Cup victory

Former Senegalese international El-Hadji Diouf expresses confidence in the Court of Arbitration for Sport's ability to uphold Senegal's victory in the Africa Cup following the controversial decision by CAF to retract the title.

Mar 22 • 13:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

NGOs Under Fire: This Is How the Narrative Criminalizing the Humanitarian Sector Is Manufactured

The article discusses how right-wing parties and other political and media actors amplify misinformation campaigns to undermine the legitimacy of NGOs and influence international aid.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

António Guterres on Donald Trump's Peace Council: It's a Private Project

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed support for the goals of Donald Trump's Peace Council but questioned its broader ambitions and international legitimacy.

Mar 21 • 10:19 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Constitutional Court declares the constitutionality of the curfew in four provinces

The Constitutional Court of Ecuador has declared the curfew imposed by President Daniel Noboa in four provinces to be constitutional, asserting the legitimacy of the suspension of freedom of movement.

Mar 20 • 20:39 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
Crime & Justice

At least 7 years behind bars: Russia sentences teenagers from temporarily occupied Melitopol for "terrorism"

Three teenagers from Melitopol have received lengthy prison sentences by a Russian court on charges of terrorism, raising human rights concerns over the legitimacy of the trial.

Mar 20 • 15:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cruz Azul: Conciliation or Extortion?

The illegal seizure of the Cruz Azul plant in Tula raises questions about the legitimacy of the actions taken by the group's leaders amid ongoing internal disputes.

Mar 20 • 11:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Gerry Adams at London trial to 'assert legitimacy of the republican cause'

Gerry Adams is defending himself in a London trial against allegations of involvement in IRA bombings, asserting the legitimacy of the republican cause.

Mar 19 • 21:35 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

How a journalist gained access to a closed discussion group and pretended to be a supporter of the 'Narva People's Republic'

An Estonian journalist infiltrated a Telegram group supporting the 'Narva People's Republic' as part of an experiment that revealed the project's lack of legitimacy and support from locals.

Mar 19 • 16:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, Meloni replies to Barbero: 'We are not talking about an illegal gambling den'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responds to Professor Alessandro Barbero's criticism of the upcoming Justice referendum, emphasizing the legitimacy of the proposed reforms.

Mar 19 • 16:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Miss Universe 2025, Fátima Bosch has a heated exchange at Harvard University; watch

Miss Universe 2025, Fátima Bosch, engaged in a heated debate about the legitimacy of her title during a conference at Harvard University.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Dainius Žalimas. Do We Really Have a Legitimate Government?

Dainius Žalimas questions the legitimacy of the last two Lithuanian governments, suggesting they were formed in violation of the Constitution.

Mar 19 • 07:34 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Presidential Election in Congo-Brazzaville: 'It’s an election that has been manipulated from start to finish'

Concerns arise over the legitimacy of the presidential elections in Congo-Brazzaville, with claims of manipulation and overwhelming support for the incumbent.

Mar 19 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Thai Court Accepts Challenge to Legitimacy of Ballots

The Thai Constitutional Court has accepted a petition challenging the legality of ballots used in last month's elections.

Mar 18 • 06:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Species Protection: Is the Sensation from Munich's Wildlife Even Real?

A small snail is causing significant controversy in Munich, with political figures questioning the legitimacy of its conservation status.

Mar 17 • 15:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

U.S. counterterrorism agency director resigns, ‘cannot’ support Iran war

Joe Kent, the director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned, citing his inability to support the Trump administration's war against Iran due to concerns over its legitimacy and influence from Israel.

Mar 17 • 14:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Constitutional Court will announce a decision regarding presidential decrees confirming an incomplete government

The Lithuanian Constitutional Court is set to decide on the legitimacy of presidential decrees that appointed incomplete governments led by Social Democrats Gintautas Paluckas and Inga Ruginienė.

Mar 17 • 03:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Marielle Lives': minister says Valinhos decree against settlement is illegal; city hall defends legitimacy and claims action aims to protect environment

The federal government and Valinhos municipality are in conflict over a decree that aims to block land settlements for families at the Marielle Vive camp, with the federal minister deeming it illegal.

Mar 16 • 22:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Campania-Sardinia Axis and the Award to Todde's Consultant

A controversy has arisen in Sardinia over a consultancy award given to a communications consultant for the governor, triggered by concerns regarding the legitimacy of funding allocations to the consultancy firm.

Mar 16 • 17:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Ferenčák explains properties inherited from his father and a successful career. He does not understand the investigation and seizure of lands

The Slovak politician Ján Ferenčák is under scrutiny as his party, Demokrati, questions the legitimacy of his substantial assets amidst an ongoing investigation related to corruption.

Mar 16 • 16:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What do Poles think about the KRS primaries? Survey for 'Rzeczpospolita'

A survey reveals that nearly half of Poles support the idea of judicial primaries for electing members of the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS), amidst ongoing controversies regarding its legitimacy and the selection process.

Mar 16 • 03:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The resistance of certain sectors to institutional degeneration causes perplexity

The article discusses the relationship between public opinion and the legitimacy of supreme courts in Brazil, focusing on how political actors respond to judicial decisions.

Mar 15 • 18:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

S-profile: The Left Gave Legitimacy to Islamists

A Swedish Social Democrat believes both the left and right share responsibility for the rise of Islamism, citing political legitimacy and funding issues.

Mar 15 • 14:26 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Separation speed bump: Negotiating with First Nations

The article discusses the implications of potential Alberta separation on First Nations and highlights their negotiation efforts with the federal government for legitimacy and recognition.

Mar 15 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Civilization Reform. With the drawing lots, the logic of division ends. The No? It’s ideological

Luca Zaia discusses the implications and democratic legitimacy of a proposed reform in Italy, asserting that opposing views are equally valid and emphasizing the importance of judicial independence.

Mar 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Babiš's advisor Vachatová defends Putin and the Russian elections

Babiš's advisor, Vachatová, has expressed support for Putin and the legitimacy of Russian elections, which raises questions about Czech political alignments and perspectives on international affairs.

Mar 15 • 09:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

From Gaddafi's Ghost to Khamenei's Death: How Assassinations Startle Putin

The article discusses how high-profile assassinations affect Vladimir Putin's perception of global power dynamics and his moral stance on the legitimacy of leadership.

Mar 15 • 00:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

FGC withdraws R$ 3 billion from the bankrupt Cruzeiro do Sul and other creditors demand the return of the amount

The FGC has withdrawn R$ 3 billion from the bankrupt Cruzeiro do Sul bank, prompting other creditors to demand the return of the funds due to legal disputes regarding the legitimacy of the transaction.

Mar 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Iran Faces Weariness Over Project Created by Khomeini

Iran is experiencing significant challenges to its legitimacy as protests grow both domestically and internationally, marking a continued legacy of Rohollah Khomeini.

Mar 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

In 24 hours, Vorcaro bought fund shares for R$ 2.5 million and sold for R$ 294.5 million

Ex-banker Daniel Vorcaro made a staggering profit by buying and selling investment fund shares in a mere 24 hours, raising questions about the legitimacy of the transaction.

Mar 14 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Strike Committee responds to the Minister of Health: there is neither agreement nor legitimacy in the Forum's negotiations

The Medical Strike Committee has refuted the claims made by Spain's Minister of Health regarding a supposed negotiation and agreement with the Medical Profession Forum.

Mar 13 • 16:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Missing Minutes, Lingering Questions - Trustees Say Pension Fund Board Rejected Amaryllis Deal Before K128.7bn Purchase

Former trustees of Malawi's Public Service Pensions Trust Fund revealed that the board previously rejected the K128.7 billion purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel, but the minutes of that decision have inexplicably vanished, raising further questions about the legitimacy of the deal.

Mar 13 • 16:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Marathon Runner Gets Lost on Route – Selection Chaos Brews

A leading competitor in the U.S. Half Marathon Championship got lost on the course, raising questions about the legitimacy of the results.

Mar 13 • 16:31 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

New Iranian supreme leader 'likely disfigured,' Hegseth says

War Secretary Pete Hegseth has claimed that Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is likely disfigured and lacks legitimacy amid the ongoing military conflict.

Mar 13 • 13:29 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

'Mental, subjective impact': Iran taking on 'American might' with cyberterrorism

An analysis of Iran's approach to asserting power through cyberterrorism, highlighting the regime's dependency on the Revolutionary Guards and its struggle for legitimacy.

Mar 13 • 10:49 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Johannes Klenell: Expressen's editorial page should listen closely to Anna Gullberg

Johannes Klenell critiques the legitimacy granted by right-wing media to journalists who harass dissenters, arguing that while Sweden isn't a dictatorship, the current democratic standards are dangerously low.

Mar 13 • 05:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Bank statements show that Fabiano Zettel, brother-in-law of Daniel Vorcaro, moved almost R$ 100 million in 7 months

Bank documents reveal that Fabiano Zettel, related to Daniel Vorcaro, handled nearly R$ 100 million within a seven-month timeframe, raising concerns over the legitimacy of the transactions given his declared income.

Mar 13 • 00:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Italian Constitutional Court maintains restrictions on citizenship by blood right

The Italian Constitutional Court upheld the legitimacy of a law imposing restrictions on citizenship by descent for individuals born abroad.

Mar 12 • 16:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Here are the legitimate speed cameras. "By summer, the anti-evasion rule for car insurance"

Italy's Infrastructure and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini clarified the legitimacy of speed cameras, stating that only those approved after 2017 meet homologation standards, while older devices must be updated to be operational.

Mar 12 • 12:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The Unfounded ‘Prosecution Cancellation Deal’ Rumor, Focus on Prosecutorial Reform

The Democratic Party in South Korea is taking legal action against a former journalist who raised unfounded allegations of a 'prosecution cancellation deal', as the party aims to stabilize its position amid ongoing conflicts related to prosecutorial reform.

Mar 12 • 10:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What Belongs to the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of Brazil faces significant legitimacy challenges due to corruption scandals linked to the Banco Master and its connections with government decision-makers.

Mar 11 • 20:23 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Migrants, the Court of Appeal of Rome: 'Doubts about the legitimacy of the Italy-Albania protocol'

The Court of Appeal in Rome has raised doubts about the legitimacy of the Italy-Albania migrant protocol, challenging its validity amid ongoing governmental claims of European approval.

Mar 11 • 15:32 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Italy-Albania Protocol, new blitz by judges against the government: 'Doubts about legitimacy'

The Court of Appeal in Rome has expressed concerns regarding the legality of the Italy-Albania protocol concerning the transfer of certain individuals to Albania for protection requests.

Mar 11 • 15:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Washington cardinal says US war on Iran ‘not morally legitimate’

Cardinal Robert W. McElroy asserts that the US-Israeli military actions against Iran lack moral legitimacy, a viewpoint he emphasizes more strongly than the Pope's calls for peace.

Mar 10 • 15:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PDP leadership crisis: Tanimu Turaki faction heads to Supreme Court

The Tanimu Turaki faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) plans to appeal to the Supreme Court following an adverse ruling from the Appeal Court regarding the legitimacy of the party's leadership.

Mar 9 • 20:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From Inheritance Controversy to Blood Legitimacy: How Mojtaba Khamenei Ascended to Power in Iran?

Mojtaba Khamenei is emerging as a likely successor to his father, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, following the latter's assassination amid growing tensions with the US and Israel.

Mar 8 • 22:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Iran chooses a new supreme leader, but 'hides' his identity; 'he needs my approval,' says Trump

Iran has selected a new supreme leader amid ongoing regional conflict, while President Trump comments on the leader's legitimacy and dependence on U.S. approval.

Mar 8 • 17:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Castle Attracts Visitors with Exhibit of Giant Animals. It Must Convince that It Won't End Only with Artificial Intelligence

The exhibition titled 'World of Giants' at a Czech castle aims to feature life-sized moving models of animals, but faces skepticism regarding its legitimacy and reliance on AI.

Mar 7 • 18:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Who Will Succeed Khamenei? Six Candidates and a Legitimacy Battle Bigger Than the Names

The article discusses the political implications of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's potential death and the search for his successor amid ongoing geopolitical pressure.

Mar 7 • 14:44 UTC

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