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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I. Ruginienė does not take on evaluating new investigations regarding the financing of 'Nemuno aušra'

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienė emphasized the importance of proper investigation into funding for the political party 'Nemuno aušra' while refraining from personal opinions.

Mar 4 • 12:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Žemaitaitis on the journalistic investigation into the financing of Nemuno aušra: I see nothing untransparent

Parliamentarian Žemaitaitis defends the transparency of the funding processes for the political party Nemuno Aušra amidst a journalistic investigation into its finances.

Mar 4 • 09:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

J. Olekas does not evaluate the journalistic investigation into the financing of 'aušriečiai': agencies must provide the answers

J. Olekas expressed gratitude to journalists for their investigative work but stated that responses must come from relevant agencies regarding the financing of a political party.

Mar 4 • 08:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

FM: The progress of the new municipal financial equalization model is a political decision issue

The Latvian Finance Ministry states that the advancement of the new municipal financial equalization law is a matter of political decision, highlighting ongoing discussions and the need for detailed fiscal analysis.

Mar 2 • 15:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Myanmar's military junta says it has pardoned 7,000 prisoners

Myanmar's military junta has announced the pardon of over 7,000 prisoners who were convicted for allegedly supporting or financing a 'terrorist group.'

Mar 2 • 07:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What is the Caja Chica case about and what implications would it have for members of the Correísmo who are being investigated?

The Caja Chica case involves investigations into alleged organized crime and money laundering linked to financing a presidential campaign by the Correísmo from illicit money from Venezuela.

Feb 28 • 16:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Analysis of the EC's abortion decision: A futile victory for pro-abortion advocates that even the right is not happy with

The European Commission's recent stance on abortion financing reflects ongoing contentious debates and differing reactions across the political spectrum in Europe.

Feb 27 • 10:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They will promote the elimination of the PASO and the end of state contributions to parties

The Argentine government is working on a reform to eliminate primary elections and discontinue state funding for political parties, focusing on enhancing private financing.

Feb 26 • 19:35 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister's Catalog Gifts 'Distort the Separation of Powers,' Experts Point Out Issues

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has distributed catalog gifts valued at 10 million yen to 315 elected members of her party, raising concerns about the implications for the separation of powers in democracy.

Feb 26 • 06:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VRK, STT, FNTT and the General Prosecutor's Office confirmed receiving a request regarding the financing of 'Aušra' members

Lithuania's electoral commission, along with anti-corruption and prosecutorial bodies, has received and registered a request concerning the financing of the political party 'Nemuno Aušra'.

Feb 25 • 11:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Explains Distribution of Catalog Gifts Worth 30,000 Yen Each for 315 People

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi revealed the distribution of catalog gifts worth approximately 30,000 yen each to all party-affiliated lawmakers who won the recent House of Representatives election, emphasizing that it is legally compliant as a political donation.

Feb 25 • 01:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Court: Some Farmer's Party, A. Veryga, and I. Vėgėlė's reports rightly recognized as hidden political advertising

A court ruling upheld the decision that certain reports by politicians were effectively hidden political advertising and involved undisclosed campaign financing.

Feb 24 • 10:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Žukauskas who analyzed the finances of 'Nemuno aušra' passed the information to the authorities

K. Žukauskas has submitted significant new evidence regarding alleged illegal financing of the political party 'Nemuno aušra' to various Lithuanian authorities.

Feb 24 • 07:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Electoral Act: Opposition fumes over primaries, funding rules

Political parties in Nigeria have strongly criticized the newly passed Electoral Act 2026, claiming it favors the ruling party by imposing new restrictions on primaries and campaign financing.

Feb 22 • 00:11 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The scandal is heating up: M. Sinkevičius speaks about the money of 'Nemuno aušra'

M. Sinkevičius discusses the concerns raised by expert K. Žukauskas regarding the financing of a political campaign, urging for transparency and investigation into possible violations.

Feb 20 • 14:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

"They questioned me": Lina Šukytė-Korsakė revealed previously unknown circumstances

Lina Šukytė-Korsakė recently disclosed concerning claims about potentially illicit party financing connected to the political party "Nemuno aušra," involving significant sums of money.

Feb 20 • 12:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The prosecutor's office has not received new data on the 'Nemuno aušra', and once received, will assess whether to renew the investigation

The Lithuanian prosecutor's office is awaiting new information regarding the financing of the political party 'Nemuno aušra' to determine if further investigation is warranted.

Feb 20 • 12:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the investigation was initiated - 'Nemuno Aušra' step: will invite the chairman of the VRK for a conversation

The political party 'Nemuno Aušra' plans to invite the chairman of the VRK for questioning regarding an ongoing investigation into its financing.

Feb 19 • 10:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

130 Thousand 'Black Money' to Party Account? Potential 'Nemuno Aušra' Funding Scheme Revealed

Concerns have been raised regarding potentially illegal funding for the political party 'Nemuno Aušra', implicating significant sums of 'black money'.

Feb 19 • 08:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is the SAFE loan cheaper than Polish debt? Economists have no doubt

The article discusses the economic implications of the SAFE loan program versus traditional Polish debt financing, emphasizing its political ramifications.

Feb 19 • 03:11 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VRK started an investigation into the financing of 'Nemuno Aušra' in January

The Lithuanian Central Electoral Commission has initiated an investigation into the financing practices of the political party 'Nemuno Aušra' following information received from various institutions and party members.

Feb 18 • 15:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Žukauskas reveals conversations about the financing of "Nemuno aušra": what is in them?

K. Žukauskas raises concerns over the transparency of the funding for the political party "Nemuno aušra," sharing recorded conversations that suggest possible illicit financial contributions.

Feb 18 • 10:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Sánchez and González greet only formally, Ibarra suggests he will vote null due to the "singular financing" to Catalonia, and Zapatero does not attend Congress

The Spanish political landscape was highlighted by formal greetings and absences at the Congress commemorating the 1978 Constitution, with implications for Catalonia’s funding debate.

Feb 17 • 12:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Keys to the Fall of Viciana, the First Counselor Dismissed by Ayuso: The Boycott of Rectors, the Funding Problem, and an Inexperienced Team Force a More Aggressive Political Profile

Ayuso has dismissed Emilio Viciana, her first counselor, due to challenges posed by university rectors and issues surrounding educational financing.

Feb 16 • 23:01 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Parliament passed a new proposal for hospital financing

The Norwegian Parliament has approved a proposal for hospital financing aimed at creating significant changes in the healthcare funding model, supported by several political parties.

Feb 12 • 21:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Shielding the 4T

The Mexican government is pushing for an electoral reform aimed at reducing public financing for political parties and restricting opposition power.

Feb 12 • 07:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

'Hydrocarbons Case': the driver of the investigated Carmen Pano confirms he took the entrepreneur to Ferraz to deliver money "in bundles of 50 euro bills"

Carmen Pano's chauffeur testified that he transported her to the PSOE headquarters with approximately 90,000 euros in cash intended for political financing.

Feb 11 • 10:21 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Milošević speaks of 'precedent', while overlooking millions: What really happened with the financing of Novosti and the SNV?

Boris Milošević, president of the Serbian National Council (SNV), criticized the decision to cut funding for the weekly 'Novosti' by 35%, labeling it a political attack on minority rights and freedom of speech.

Feb 6 • 18:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The Prosecutor's Office has terminated the pre-trial investigation into the financing of the 'Nemuno aušra' election campaign

The Prosecutor's Office concluded that no criminal activity was committed regarding the financing of the 'Nemuno aušra' party's campaign during last year's elections.

Feb 6 • 07:46 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Investigation into the funding of 'Nemuno aušra' – prosecutors' decision

The investigation started last July into the financing and establishment of the political party 'Nemuno aušra' has raised concerns about connections to Russian oligarchs and potential improprieties.

Feb 6 • 07:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Local content: political slogan or tangible process? This is how banks see it

The article discusses the Polish government's priority of increasing local content in investments and features an interview with the vice president of PKO BP on the bank's perspective regarding financing the energy transition.

Feb 5 • 10:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Compugroup Medical: Doctors are running away from Nius financier Frank Gotthardt

Entrepreneur Frank Gotthardt, known for his wealth from medical practice software, is facing challenges as doctors distance themselves from his financing amid his controversial political connections.

Feb 4 • 05:45 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Increase in taxes on the wealthy for funds... Can the proposals from each party to finance consumption tax cuts be realized?

As Japan approaches the House of Representatives election on February 8, major political parties are advocating for a reduction or abolition of the consumption tax, raising questions about the feasibility of financing social security from a diminished tax base.

Feb 2 • 21:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: President Calls for Renewed Push to Ramp Up Africa's Infrastructure

President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the need for stronger commitment and financing to enhance Africa's infrastructure development during the PICI Heads of State and Government Meeting in Tshwane.

Feb 2 • 12:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Breaking news in political updates, live | Montero announces that the new funding system will be voluntary

Minister of Finance María Jesús Montero announced a voluntary funding system while maintaining bilateral meetings with each territory, amidst criticism that the agreement was negotiated only with Catalonia.

Jan 14 • 12:06 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

These are the seven tax cuts at risk with the new model of regional financing

The article discusses the seven tax cuts in jeopardy under the new regional financing model proposed by María Jesús Montero, which aims to increase taxes to boost revenue by up to 1 billion euros annually, sparking criticism from political opponents.

Jan 13 • 05:57 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Cyprus: "For reasons of transparency, I resign" - The Director of Christodoulides' Office stepped down

Charalambos Charalambous resigned as Director of the President's Office in Cyprus amid political backlash following the release of a video linked to alleged shadow financing of an election campaign, and his resignation was accepted by President Nikos Christodoulides.

Jan 12 • 08:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Moncloa clings to the rhetoric against Trump: "As long as there are international issues as relevant, Ábalos' situation is just an anecdote"

The Spanish government is focusing on international issues, downplaying domestic controversies like the funding disparity between regions and the political statements from ERC and PSOE regarding Catalonia's financing.

Jan 10 • 21:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The PP shakes the banner of grievance with regional financing and avoids confrontation between models of its barons

The Popular Party (PP) raises issues of grievance regarding regional financing while its regional leaders exhibit differing political alignments, avoiding direct confrontation among themselves.

Jan 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Madrid, Aragón, Murcia and Castilla y León will take the financing model to the Constitutional Court if it is enacted

Several autonomous communities governed by the PP are considering taking the new regional financing system to the Constitutional Court, which was announced by the minister amid reactions from various political factions.

Jan 9 • 13:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A garden to save Illa

The article discusses the complexities of the regional financing agreement in Catalonia, which is seen as crucial for the political survival of Pedro Sánchez's government.

Jan 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government washes the cession to Catalonia in financing with a coffee for all: "It is installed that it is a Catalan privilege"

The article discusses an agreement between the Spanish government and Catalonia to provide an additional 5 billion euros in funding, sparking political reactions and criticism over perceived preferential treatment.

Jan 8 • 21:44 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Sánchez prepares a 'revulsive' to regain initiative at the start of the year

President Sánchez is seeking to regain political momentum through an international agenda, social measures, and regional financing after the holiday break.

Jan 8 • 03:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The financing reform leads Pilar Alegría into a conflict of interest with the Government a month before 8-F: 'I will defend that Aragón is respected'

Pilar Alegría faces a conflict of interest regarding the new financing reform as she vows to ensure Aragón's respect ahead of the upcoming political event on 8-F.

Jan 8 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The direct line between the Flotilla and Hamas and the dual role of the leaders

The article discusses the connections between the Global Sumud Flotilla, which included members of Italian political parties, and individuals arrested in Genoa for allegedly financing Hamas, highlighting two important international institutions linked to Palestinian interests.

Dec 29 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

I say: 'The Hannoun case does not erase the crimes of Israel'. Gasparri: 'Incredible political judgments'

The investigation leading to the arrests of nine individuals financing Hamas in Italy has sparked controversy, especially following statements by two prosecutors regarding the implications of the case.

Dec 27 • 17:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Money to Hamas does not erase Israel's crimes. Storm over prosecutor Melillo

The operation that led to the arrest of nine individuals accused of funding Hamas continues to spark debate on both judicial and political levels, particularly concerning statements made by prosecutors Giovanni Melillo and Nicola Piacente.

Dec 27 • 14:41 UTC

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