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Former leader of the People Power Party, Han Dong-hoon, announces he will not run in the upcoming national assembly elections, despite early hopes for his political career.

Celebrations erupted among the Iranian diaspora in London and Manchester following the confirmed death of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, amid ongoing airstrikes in Iran.

Senator John Fetterman commended President Trump's military operation against Iran's Supreme Leader as a significant achievement that should be embraced across the political spectrum.

Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU party in Germany, warned about the potential risks associated with military actions by Israel and the USA against Iran.

Urmas Reinsalu, leader of the opposition party Isamaa in Estonia, advocates for Estonia to formally support the US-Israeli military mission against Iran.

Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the ruling People Power Party, announced the formation of a task force to monitor the upcoming local elections, prompting criticism from opposition figures who describe his actions as an attempt to exploit unfounded election fraud claims.

Mykolas Riomerio University professor Virgis Valentinavičius criticizes Lithuania's political situation, arguing that party leader S. Skvernelis must remain in his position despite ongoing corruption investigations.

The article discusses the potential domestic repercussions for Donald Trump and the Republican Party following a military confrontation with Iran, despite initial celebrations of an apparent victory after the death of Iran's Supreme Leader.

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae expressed gratitude to supporters as three judicial reform bills passed the National Assembly, marking a significant moment in South Korea's legislative history.

Vox leader Santiago Abascal criticized some bishops for their opposition to the party's stance on immigration, suggesting their views may not align with many parishioners.

The leader of the Moderates, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, responded to accusations about offering Jon Stephensen a large sum to resign from Parliament, asserting that their discussion only revolved around Stephensen's fit within the party.

Labour's deputy leader suggests that Andy Burnham likely would have won a recent by-election that saw the party fall to third place behind the Greens.

Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, emphasizes his party's readiness to lead the Welsh government, highlighting a growing sense of Welsh identity among voters.

Julianne Ofstad has been named the new leader of the Progress Party in Oslo following a county meeting decision.

Gylfi Thor Þorsteinsson has been selected as the leader of the Reform party for the upcoming local elections in Mosfellsbær.

Gylfi Þór has been appointed as the leader of the Reform Party in Mosfellsbær.

Song Eon-seok, the floor leader of the People Power Party, urges President Yoon to exercise his veto against the proposed judicial laws to ensure proper public discourse and bipartisan agreement.

Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, expresses frustration over the lack of interest in his officetel listing, contrasting it with President Yoon's real estate holdings.

Sofia Virta, leader of the Green Party in Finland, acknowledged that her party is unlikely to emerge as the largest party in the upcoming 2027 elections while criticizing the Social Democratic Party and the National Coalition Party during a recent meeting.

Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has been appointed head of the General Affairs Department of the Workers' Party, a significant practical role.

Both the Liberal and Labor parties in South Australia plan to rank former opposition leader David Speirs last on the ballot for the upcoming state election.

Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party, has put his officetel in Yeouido up for sale amid public scrutiny regarding his numerous properties.

Spanish bishops have started to openly confront the far-right party Vox, labeling them as ideological heirs of Francoism and denouncing leader Santiago Abascal's xenophobic rhetoric.

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

Mikołaj Dorożała has announced his resignation from the political party Poland 2050, expressing gratitude towards the party's leader for his environmental advocacy.

John Odigie-Oyegun, leader of the African Democratic Congress, expresses skepticism regarding the Nigerian police's capability to apprehend gunmen who attacked party facilities in Edo State.

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer maintains a fragile leadership truce amid internal dissent and electoral setbacks, leaving questions about his future role.

The leader of Plaid Cymru emphasized that the upcoming Welsh parliament elections pose a clear choice between cultural advancement and ignorance, as his party prepares to challenge Reform UK.

Geordin Hill-Lewis, mayor of Cape Town, has announced his candidacy to lead the Democratic Alliance as the party prepares for elections following the current leader's decision not to seek a third term.

After a shocking loss in the parliamentary seat of Gorton and Denton in Manchester, Labour leader Keir Starmer acknowledged that the outcome sends a clear message demanding faster changes from the leadership.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un suggests that relations with the United States could improve if the U.S. government recognizes North Korea as a nuclear power, according to state media reports following an important party congress.

Kim Jong-un declares that North Korea's relationship with the U.S. could improve if the American government recognizes it as a nuclear power, during a recent party congress.

The CSU faces potential losses in the upcoming local elections due to the rise of the AfD, which could bring its support below 30% according to party leader Markus Söder's concerns.

Following the acquittal of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, the Delhi BJP launched a poster campaign criticizing the AAP government.

Former People Power Party leader Han Dong-hoon visited Daegu's Seomun Market, asserting the need to break away from the Yoon Seok-yeol leadership to rebuild conservatism in South Korea.

As President Yoon Suk-yeol lists his apartment for sale, Democratic Party members demand a response from the People Power Party leader, Jang Dong-hyuk, who previously claimed he would sell his properties if the President did.

The first round of party leader debates in the reality series 'Parliamentary Election 2026' proceeded predictably but with professionalism, according to Henrik Palle.

In his column, Henrik Palle reflects on the predictable yet professional progression of the first party leader round in the reality format 'Parliamentary Election 2026'.

Mexico's Morena party leader hints at potential changes for senator Ricardo Monreal, directing him to engage in party activities.

Former chairman Lee Jin-sook criticized former People Power Party leader Handong-hoon during his visit to Daegu, stating he has no standing in the city.

Former South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs has announced his candidacy for the upcoming state election, ten months after his drug conviction and resignation from parliament.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth warns that a potential Reform UK government would reverse progress in Wales, emphasizing a two-party race in the upcoming Senedd election.

The recent Workers' party congress in North Korea has sparked speculation about Kim Jong-un's succession plans, particularly focusing on his daughter, Kim Ju-ae, as a potential future leader.

The Green Party has successfully won a by-election in the UK, taking a seat from Labour leader Keir Starmer in Gorton and Denton, Manchester.

Song Eon-seok, the floor leader of the People Power Party, criticized the Democratic Party for disrupting bipartisan agreement after Cheon Yeong-sik's nomination to the Broadcast, Media, and Communications Committee failed by eight votes in the National Assembly, while also apologizing for the low participation of his party's members.

Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party, stated that the ongoing judicial reform laws would soon be completed and suggested that Chief Justice Cho Hee-da should reconsider his position.

The Democratic Party of Korea has approved the return of former leader Song Young-gil following his acquittal in a corruption trial.

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.

Clemente Castañeda, a senator from the Movimiento Ciudadano party, is calling for an investigation into government officials following the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', highlighting concerns over cartel infiltration in various government levels.

SA Liberal leader Ashton Hurn is grappling with the complexities and risks associated with potential preference deals with One Nation, reflecting on historical precedents in Australian politics.