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🇷🇺 RT
World

‘The opportunity was missed long before Biden took office’: Why US–Russia tensions persist despite shared human instincts

The article discusses enduring US-Russia tensions through the insights of political analyst Dimitri Simes, who emphasizes historical missed opportunities for diplomacy.

Mar 4 • 22:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Fear in Office: How Hate and Incitement Burden Mayors

The upcoming elections in Germany reveal a troubling trend of increased violence and intimidation against local politicians, highlighting concerns for their safety and mental well-being.

Mar 4 • 13:21 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Luke says ok': Minister’s office aware of 'egregious' election message

Tasracing's messaging during the Tasmanian election campaign has drawn criticism for breaching caretaker conventions by promoting a political party's policy.

Mar 3 • 18:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Citizen Information Portal: Freising District Office Goes Online

The Freising District Office has launched an online citizen information portal ahead of the municipal elections, allowing residents to access local political information dating back to 2021.

Mar 3 • 14:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peru: three-ring circus

The political situation in Peru is described as a chaotic circus, with eight presidents having taken office from 2020 to 2026, demonstrating instability and rapid changes in leadership.

Mar 3 • 12:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Prosecution Will Request to Suspend the Activities of the Party 'Stabilitātei'

The General Prosecutor's Office of Latvia is seeking to suspend the activities of the political party 'Stabilitātei' due to violations related to inciting national hatred and supporting Russia.

Mar 3 • 09:08 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The General Prosecutor's Office will turn to the court regarding the suspension of the activities of the party "Stabilitātei!"

The General Prosecutor's Office in Latvia is seeking a court ruling to suspend the activities of the political party "Stabilitātei!" due to violations of the Political Parties Law.

Mar 3 • 06:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Belo Horizonte City Councilor Files Complaint with PGR Against Flávio Bolsonaro for Early Campaigning at Paulista Event

A city councilor in Belo Horizonte has filed a complaint with Brazil's Public Prosecutor's Office against Flávio Bolsonaro for early campaigning at a recent political event.

Mar 2 • 19:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Ombudsman Raises Red Flag On Officials Serving in Government, Party Positions Simultaneously

The Office of the Ombudsman in Liberia is preparing to report to the Senate about government officials who are allegedly violating the National Code of Conduct by holding positions in both the government and political parties.

Mar 2 • 10:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Marcin Romanowski Received Money for His Parliamentary Office. 'Manipulation of Despicable Transfers'

Marcin Romanowski, a politician of the Law and Justice party, is currently living in Hungary under political asylum and has renounced his parliamentary salary, while still receiving funding for his office despite being pursued by a warrant since late 2024.

Feb 27 • 19:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Žilinka Again Talked About Political Pressure on the Prosecutor's Office. He Dedicated 15 Minutes to Coalition MPs

Slovak Prosecutor General Maroš Žilinka criticized political pressure on the prosecutor's office during a committee meeting.

Feb 27 • 16:25 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Kristersson: Important to take threats against politicians seriously

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson emphasizes the necessity of taking threats against politicians seriously to ensure the safety and willingness of individuals to hold public office.

Feb 27 • 13:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Debate in the Editorial Office / Slovakia Does Not Harm Ukraine, It Is Fico's Fairytale with a Sense of Shame. But Kiev Should Also Behave More Decently

The article critiques the recent decision by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to halt emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine, arguing that his actions compromise Slovakia's relationship with its neighbor over minimal political gain.

Feb 27 • 12:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[View Briefing] President Yoon's 56% Approval in Daegu

President Yoon has achieved a 67% approval rating, the highest since taking office, with significant support in Daegu despite ongoing political tensions.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Prosecutor's Office has started assessing K. Žukauskas' request regarding the 'Auspicious Ones', assigned STT to investigate another part

The Lithuanian Prosecutor's Office is investigating a request about the financial dealings of the 'Nemuno aušra' political party and has directed the Special Investigation Service to examine related allegations of illegal influence on an independent institution's decisions.

Feb 26 • 13:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

UN Human Rights Office in Mozambique: A Symbolic Step or an Institutional Shift?

The Mozambican government signed an agreement to establish a permanent UN Human Rights Office in the country, raising questions about its potential impact in a challenging political and social landscape.

Feb 26 • 09:51 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takagi states, "It is my name, but the order was from the branch" regarding gift distribution; no return is requested

Prime Minister Sanae Takagi defended her office's decision to distribute catalog gifts to party-affiliated lawmakers, asserting it is not illegal and no returns will be requested.

Feb 26 • 06:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

This Week's Movies: Loneliness in the Presidency, at the Wedding, in Judo

Recent films spotlight themes of solitude within high political office and personal relationships, featuring noteworthy performances and directions.

Feb 26 • 06:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela: a key man of Maduro resigns as Attorney General and takes on a new position in the country

Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab has resigned after nearly a decade in office and will take on a new role as the Ombudsman.

Feb 26 • 00:05 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Catalog Gifts with Takaichi's Personal Name on Wrapping Paper - Experts Ask 'Is It for Personal Use?'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's office is under scrutiny for distributing catalog gifts to over 300 elected members of the House of Representatives, deemed to be using political funds inappropriately.

Feb 25 • 12:00 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Age, seniority, political profile: who are the mayors of the 308 main cities in France?

The mayors of the 308 largest cities in France are predominantly male, average nearly 60 years of age, and have been in office for just over 11 years.

Feb 25 • 06:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government agreed with the UCR and the Peronists on the allocation of positions in the General Audit Office of the Nation

The Argentine government has reached an agreement with the UCR and Peronists regarding the distribution of positions within the General Audit Office, ensuring representation from each political group.

Feb 24 • 18:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Prime Minister's Office: Preparation of the Eastern Finland Special Economic Zone is in the final stages, proposal soon for political consideration

The preparation of the Eastern Finland Special Economic Zone is nearing completion, but doubts have arisen about governmental commitment due to recent statements from the finance minister.

Feb 24 • 18:34 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Dalia Grybauskaitė does not comment on statements about 'MG Baltic' described in Eligijus Masiulis' book

Dalia Grybauskaitė's office has declined to comment on claims made by former politician Eligijus Masiulis regarding political pressure from the 'MG Baltic' group during her presidential campaign.

Feb 24 • 12:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Patras: Attack with paints at the political office of Christos Alexopoulos

Christina Alexopoulos's political office in Patras was vandalized with red paint by unknown assailants.

Feb 24 • 09:53 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi explains the removal of his column: 'I have not updated it for a long time'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi explained the deletion of his political column from his official website, citing a lack of time since taking office.

Feb 24 • 05:51 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Despite Attention from Law Enforcement, Saulius Skvernelis Will Continue Leading the Democrats

Saulius Skvernelis has announced he will continue as the leader of the Democratic party amid an investigation into alleged corruption involving his home's and office's searches.

Feb 23 • 14:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A significant day for Democrats: S. Skvernelis' decision and possible successors

The recent raids at Saulius Skvernelis' home and parliamentary office have shaken the Lithuanian political landscape and prompted urgent discussions among his Democratic party.

Feb 23 • 03:46 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hamas official says the group is in the final stage of electing a new leader

A Hamas official has declared that the group is concluding the formation of its new leadership bodies, including a Shura Council and a political office.

Feb 22 • 16:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Antonio Castilla Algarra, the leader of 'los pocholos' who did not want an office next to Ayuso

Antonio Castilla Algarra, a playwright and figure behind 'los pocholos', influenced Madrid's education sector without seeking formal office, despite the political controversies surrounding his connections with local authorities.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

At the Ministry of Labor, there is still no record of impediment to exercise public office for Mario Godoy

The Ministry of Labor has not yet registered any legal impediment preventing Mario Godoy from holding public office, despite his recent political censorship and two-year prohibition following impeachment.

Feb 21 • 18:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Omar calls GOP probe into husband’s $30M business surge a ‘political stunt’ as records deadline passes

Rep. Ilhan Omar's office denounces a GOP investigation into her husband's business as a political maneuver after a deadline for financial records passes.

Feb 20 • 20:36 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
World

Activists Investigating Prison Conditions Arrested in Turkey

A group of six European activists was arrested in Istanbul while meeting with lawyers from a human rights office, allegedly due to links to a terrorist group, which they and their supporters deny.

Feb 20 • 10:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Venezuela approved amnesty for political prisoners, could release hundreds

Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved an amnesty law allowing the release of political prisoners, signed shortly after the interim president took office.

Feb 20 • 06:20 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Greece Quiroz Denied: Prosecutor Denies Complaint Against Morenistas for the Murder of Carlos Manzo

The Prosecutor's Office of Michoacán denies any formal complaint against certain politicians in the murder case of Carlos Manzo, following claims made by his wife, Uruapan Mayor Grecia Quiroz.

Feb 20 • 00:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Martial Law Imposed: South Korea's Former President Sentenced to Life in Prison

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison by a Seoul court for misusing his office and inciting a rebellion following a failed attempt to impose martial law.

Feb 19 • 15:06 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Heavy shadow over Buckingham after Andrew's arrest - "The monarchy in uncharted waters"

The arrest of former Prince Andrew has caused a political and institutional shock in the UK, indicating potential misuse of public office.

Feb 19 • 13:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who attacked the BJP office in North 24 Parganas?

A BJP office in the Minak Bamanpur area of North 24 Parganas was attacked, allegedly by armed workers from the Trinamool Congress during a meeting.

Feb 19 • 08:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Marcin Romanowski in response to the ENA wants to notify the prosecutor's office

Marcin Romanowski, a member of the ruling Law and Justice party, faces an European Arrest Warrant regarding charges related to the Justice Fund and has sought political asylum in Hungary.

Feb 18 • 17:57 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Bomb threat against French party office

A bomb threat led to the evacuation of the leftist party office of La France Insoumise in Paris, with police on-site ensuring the safety of party members and staff.

Feb 18 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Peru needs stability

The Peruvian Congress has removed President José Jerí from office just four months after his appointment due to questionable links with dubious Chinese businessmen.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Peru once again teeters on the brink with the fall of its seventh president in a decade

Peru's Congress has dismissed interim President José Jerí after only 130 days in office due to clandestine meetings with Chinese businessmen, marking another political crisis just months before the elections.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is the 'Blue House signboard' a universal key?... Looking at the report card of the local elections

As local elections approach in South Korea, former Blue House officials are preparing to run for office, raising questions about the effectiveness of their political experience.

Feb 17 • 23:12 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Peru has lost another president. Here’s why, and what happens next

Peru's Congress has removed interim President José Jerí from office, creating additional political turmoil just before upcoming elections.

Feb 17 • 22:43 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Peru's Congress Strips President of Office

Peru's Congress has removed the president from office amid ongoing political turmoil.

Feb 17 • 21:54 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Marx Arriaga maintains that he can barricade himself as long as necessary if the order of his dismissal does not arrive

Marx Arriaga, a former education official, stated he can remain in his office indefinitely until his dismissal order arrives.

Feb 17 • 20:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Who will replace José Jerí after his dismissal as president of Peru

Peru's interim president José Jerí was ousted by Congress due to misconduct and lack of suitability for office in a swift political trial.

Feb 17 • 20:10 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Peru removes president Jose Jeri in ‘Chifagate’ scandal tied to Chinese contractor

Peru's Congress has removed President Jose Jeri from office due to undisclosed meetings with a Chinese contractor linked to a political scandal known as 'Chifagate.'

Feb 17 • 20:09 UTC

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