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A recent poll shows the New Democracy party in Greece gaining support amid rising prices and social pressure, while the opposition parties also see fluctuations in their standings.

Ahead of the June 3 local elections, the Gangwon provincial government proposes to repurpose the current provincial office building for administration, culture, and tourism, prompting calls from opposition parties for public deliberation on the plan.

Slovenia's upcoming elections see a close race between the ruling Freedom Movement and the opposition Slovenia Democratic Party amid a recent spying scandal.

Deputy CM Keshav Maurya criticized opposition parties during an event in Kaushambi, claiming they won't regain power until 2047 and accusing them of undermining the army's morale.

Mamata Banerjee expressed her desire to recruit teachers, highlighting political challenges from opposition parties that complicate the process.

Czech politician Magyar praised candidates from rival opposition parties for stepping aside in elections to support the Tisza party.

All opposition parties in Denmark, except for the Radicals, demand clarification from the government on the presence of drones over Danish airspace last autumn.

Taiwan's main opposition parties, the Kuomintang and the Taiwan People’s Party, have agreed to collaborate in the upcoming local elections, aiming to establish a united front for the 2028 presidential race.

Opposition parties in Finland criticize Minister Wille Rydman for his remarks regarding national organizations implying they serve as job security for former politicians.

During a parliamentary question time session, opposition parties challenged the government's handling of Finland's poor employment situation.

Opposition parties in Namibia are criticizing the government's 2026/27 national budget for insufficient increases in social grants and pensions amid rising inflation.

Opposition parties in Italy criticize the government's recent fuel pricing decree as insufficient and poorly timed, describing it as more of a publicity stunt ahead of an upcoming referendum.

The Popular Party in Madrid celebrated Ana Millán after the filing of corruption allegations against her, while opposition parties continue to criticize her, alleging political motivations behind the attacks.

The ruling party has submitted a list of members for a special committee to investigate alleged manipulated indictments against government officials, with plans for a national investigation despite concerns about filibustering.

Six opposition and ruling parties in South Korea have agreed to pursue constitutional amendments ahead of the June local elections, despite resistance from the main opposition party.

Mamata Banerjee asserts the political strength of the TMC in Bengal, highlighting the importance of the Muslim vote bank in securing electoral success amidst criticisms from opposition parties.

Pedro Sánchez is trying to navigate political tensions with his leftist partners as he works to pass a decree for economic aid related to the Iran war, amid opposition from right-wing parties.

Over 100 federal deputies from opposition and centrão parties have signed a request for humanitarian house arrest for former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently hospitalized with bronchopneumonia.

Discussions among ruling and opposition parties in Japan regarding amendments to the Imperial Household Law are set to resume as early as April, with the Prime Minister expressing intent to achieve changes during the current parliamentary session.

Robert Fico has rejected claims from KDH that there are plans to raise the entry threshold for parliament, instead affirming his long-time goal of changing the electoral system to favor larger parties.

The article critiques the alliance of left-wing parties with LFI, highlighting their lack of opposition to the National Rally (RN) in municipal elections.

The proposed reduction of the alcohol limit for drivers in Spain was rejected by the Congress due to opposition from PP, Vox, and ERC parties.

The National Assembly's Legislation Committee passed laws establishing a Major Crime Investigation Agency and a Prosecutor's Office, with expected final votes on the 19th amidst political tension between ruling and opposition parties.

A recent poll reveals that support for the opposition party, Koalicja Obywatelska (KO), is increasing, leading ahead of the ruling party, PiS, with both parties experiencing contrasting trends in voter support.

Franco Zaffini, a senator from the Brothers of Italy party, compares facing judicial scrutiny to a cancer diagnosis, prompting backlash from opposition parties.

In Avignon, the Socialist and La France Insoumise parties have merged their electoral lists to enhance their chances against the right-wing opposition in the upcoming municipal elections.

A routine diplomatic meeting between Italy's Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli and Russian Ambassador Aleksej Paramonov has sparked political controversy in Italy, with opposition parties calling for clarity on its implications for Italy's relations with Moscow.

President Yoon Suk-yeol has instructed the government to officially review amendments to the constitution that would include the spirit of the May 18 Democratization Movement, advocating for a gradual and agreed-upon approach involving opposition parties.

Mayawati faces significant challenges as opposition parties target the Dalit vote bank in Uttar Pradesh, impacting her political future.

In response to U.S. President Donald Trump's demand for military deployment in the Strait of Hormuz, there is strong opposition from both ruling and opposition parties in South Korea, with civic groups also condemning the move as participation in war crimes.

Vote counting has started in the Republic of Congo as President Denis Sassou N’Guesso seeks a fifth term amid skepticism from voters.

BJP MP Satish Kumar Gautam made controversial remarks about the Muslim community and their festivals, igniting backlash from opposition parties, especially the Samajwadi Party.

The final week of the referendum campaign in Italy sees heightened tensions between political parties divided over justice reform, with most opposition parties opposing and some pro-reform parties advocating for a yes vote.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso's new law project aims to entrench public-private collaboration in urban planning in Madrid, prompting criticism from opposition parties.

Political conditions are favorable for the founding of new parties in Greece; however, they have not yet gained significant support from the public despite an overall fragmented opposition.

The All Progressives Congress in Nigeria denies rumors of internal strife and expresses confidence that its upcoming national convention will surprise the opposition parties.

The article discusses the responses from opposition parties in Slovakia regarding Robert Fico's government actions, drawing parallels to international conflicts and the implications of political ideologies.

Opposition members of the Finnish Parliament's Social and Health Committee express their disappointment over the government parties' decision to disregard legal protocols.

Opposition parties in India have submitted an impeachment notice against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, garnering signatures from 193 MPs across both houses of Parliament.

Petteri Orpo's government is preparing a declaration with the president stating that no nuclear weapons will be stationed in Finland during peacetime, as reported by Helsingin Sanomat.

The Japanese government begins discussions on reducing the consumption tax, amidst differing views among political parties.

The Finnish government is facing scrutiny over its handling of a proposal to remove nuclear weapon restrictions from national law, with opposition parties calling for broader parliamentary cooperation.

A total of 11 lawmakers from Nigeria's opposition parties have defected to the All Progressives Congress and African Democratic Congress amid ongoing political realignments.

The Lithuanian Parliament approved amendments proposed by the ruling coalition regarding LRT, rejecting all suggestions from the opposition parties.

Members of the 'Nemuno Aušra' party have presented gifts to opposition parties, prompting discussions about their past actions.

Chairman Tetsushi Sakamoto has unilaterally decided to hold a budget vote on January 13, despite opposition from other parties in Japan's National Diet.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso and opposition parties return to the Madrid Assembly amidst controversy over comments regarding women critical of the war in Iran.

The House of Representatives' Budget Committee in Japan is experiencing deliberations on the initial budget proposal for the fiscal year 2026 without agreement between ruling and opposition parties, raising concerns about unilateral decision-making by the committee chairman.

The Japanese ruling coalition is set to pass the budget draft for the fiscal year 2026 on the 13th, despite opposition from parties citing inadequate deliberation.

The Presidium of the Sejm has recommended six candidates for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal, with opposition parties also proposing their own candidates ahead of the voting.