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Brazilian governors Eduardo Leite and Ratinho Júnior are facing threats from bolsonarism in their states as they entertain presidential bids, while their counterpart in Goiás, Ronaldo Caiado, enjoys a more favorable political landscape.

Ricardo Quintela, the controversial governor of La Rioja, Argentina, faces judicial scrutiny and criticism yet remains focused on political strategies to maintain Peronist control in the province.

The article discusses the potential implications for Iran following the death of its political and spiritual leader, Ali Khamenei, highlighting the regime's current crisis and future challenges.

Iran is entering an unprecedented political transition following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with a triumvirate temporarily taking charge until a new leader is appointed.

Milei navigates a period of political advantage, pushing for labor reform and gaining control of the Senate while facing internal struggles and external challenges.

Alberto Núñez Feijóo, president of the PP, defends his party's long-standing control of Castilla y León while criticizing Vox for their political failures and calling for a focus on effective governance.

The recent end of the battle for Warner Bros. Discovery marks a shift in media control and narrative power amidst political polarization.

Javier Milei's presidency is marked by strong political control but accompanied by significant economic challenges, raising questions about the sustainability of his administration's project.

Marine Le Pen seeks to maintain political control over her party's future amid ongoing legal challenges ahead of the 2027 elections.

The article discusses the political and economic uncertainties in Venezuela following the ousting of Nicolás Maduro and his detention in the U.S., questioning who will control the nation's vast resources.

The article criticizes a labor reform in Mexico for failing to guarantee mandatory rest days for workers while discussing its political implications.

A chieftain from the African Democratic Congress has urged President Tinubu to control the escalating political violence by APC members in Edo State.

The proposed law to place the Police Investigations Department under the Minister of Justice raises concerns of political interference and undermines public trust in the investigative process.

The article discusses the complex security and military dynamics in southern Yemen and how they influence the political landscape amidst ongoing Saudi-UAE tensions.

The Norwegian parliament is demanding transparency from the Nobel Committee regarding its prize lists and travel programs, raising concerns about the committee's autonomy.

The number of U.S. scientists applying to relocate to Spain has doubled, with one-third of candidates for the Atrae program coming from the U.S., marking a significant increase attributed to political control over science in the U.S.

The evacuation of the Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria signifies a shift in control from the Syrian Democratic Forces to the Syrian government, raising new political and security concerns.

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.

The upcoming 2026 West Bengal elections raise concerns about which party will dominate the Muslim-majority constituencies, where the TMC had previously performed strongly in 2021.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is holding a series of political meetings in Uttar Pradesh, stirring speculation ahead of the pivotal 2027 assembly elections.

Political tensions continue over the controversy involving Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand and the administration during the Prayagraj Magh Mela.

The battle for control over the Justicialist Party in Buenos Aires municipalities is reigniting longstanding rivalries between political heads and their successors.

The Lebanese Army plans to implement the second phase of a weapons control initiative amid significant political sensitivity and logistical challenges.

Alvis Hermanis has taken control of an already existing political party to participate in the next Saeima elections, creatively circumventing regulations due to time constraints.

Axel Kicillof, the governor of Buenos Aires, is expanding his political movement nationally after taking control of the provincial Justicialist Party (PJ).

The Labour Party in Nigeria is facing a leadership crisis as factions led by Nenadi Usman and Julius Abure clash over control of the party's national secretariat in Abuja.

Argentine agricultural markets are seeing a complex interplay between political developments and record soybean production as potential trade truce between the U.S. and China boosts expectations.

A tragic familial dispute leads to violence, culminating in a father assaulting his daughter Lucy Harrison amidst ongoing tensions regarding gun discussions and political beliefs.

The article critiques the statement by Italy's Five Star Movement claiming that proposed judicial reforms would allow political control over the judiciary, labeling it as fake news.

A political crisis has emerged within Iraq's Shiite Coordination Framework following former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's statements advocating for the consolidation of weapon control within the state.

Claudia Sheinbaum's electoral reform aims at control over the political landscape, but it is facing significant challenges and resistance.

Iran has arrested several reformist politicians in response to their criticism of the government's crackdown on protests, intensifying control over moderate factions due to fears of political instability.

Leopoldo López, a prominent Venezuelan opposition leader and former political prisoner, discusses the ongoing repression in Venezuela and the cultural and political context surrounding it from his exiled position.

Javier Milei celebrates a political victory by asserting control over the Senate while navigating challenging political negotiations.

Mohammad Yunus stated that he will hand over power to the newly elected government after the Bangladeshi elections, addressing concerns about his role in the interim government.

Following the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., public desire for political accountability grows amidst widespread grief.

The article discusses the strategic electoral process in Mexico for 2027, where the president will directly select candidates for gubernatorial elections, marking a significant shift towards centralization in political power.

The article discusses internal allegations of political damage control and the consequences of reported workplace harassment involving local politicians in Móstoles, Spain.

The Venezuelan government has released 35 political prisoners but has imposed electronic ankle monitors on some of them as a form of control.

Burkina Faso's transitional parliament has approved a bill banning all political parties, consolidating military control amid international concerns over repression.

Employees of Czech Television and Czech Radio have issued a joint declaration defending the preservation of license fees and opposing political control over public media.

The Legislative Administration Council (CAL) in Ecuador rejected the third political trial request against six members of the Citizen Participation and Social Control Council (CPCCS) by the Revolución Ciudadana party.

The article compares Ecuador's democracy to a vulnerable girl in a plaza, torn apart by political factions and criminal elements vying for control.

Ecuador's political scene is embroiled in conflict over a seemingly insignificant figure who holds a crucial position in the justice system, with the main electoral forces vying for control.

Keir Starmer struggles to regain control of his party following the resignation of his close advisor Morgan MacSweeney amid backlash over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

Lebanon's Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, has reaffirmed the need for the Lebanese state to extend its control over all territories in accordance with the Taif Accord during a visit to southern Lebanon.

A scandal involving luxury public housing in Alicante has surfaced, revealing connections with local political figures and allegations of corruption in the allocation process.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State rejects a call from civil society organizations for a state of emergency due to the ongoing political crisis over local government control.

Israeli politicians view Road 45 not merely as a traffic solution but as a strategic political tool linking settlements and reinforcing control over Palestinian territories.

A new book by French political scientist Asma Mhalla discusses the emergence of a new form of totalitarianism that combines political and technological power, suggesting that modern control mechanisms operate subtly through digital means rather than through overt bans or secret police.