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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Party Ban: Is Democracy Still Defensible?

The article discusses the limitations of Germany's 'defensive democracy' in banning extremist parties, specifically in light of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's activities.

Feb 26 • 12:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS: Parties attempt to find a joint presidential candidate

Political parties in the Estonian parliament aim to find a unified candidate for the upcoming presidential elections this fall.

Feb 26 • 10:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Former Chief at Christiansborg: What’s Happening at the Party Offices Right Now

A former communications chief for a Danish political party outlines the immediate actions taken by political parties following an election announcement.

Feb 26 • 10:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

SDE bill to set a cap on party donations passes first reading

The Social Democratic Party's proposed bill to establish a cap on individual donations to political parties in Estonia has passed its first reading in the Riigikogu.

Feb 26 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Political Parties Decide to First Talk to Karis in Search for Presidential Candidate

Political parties in Estonia have agreed to first consult with the current president Alar Karis regarding a potential joint presidential candidate.

Feb 26 • 09:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

There is a boiling conflict between PS and SDP – Rydman: The Demar are dehumanizing the Persus

A heated political debate between Finland's Social Affairs Minister Wille Rydman and MP Nasima Razmyar highlights accusations of dehumanization between the PS and SDP parties.

Feb 26 • 09:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Fight for the Römer: Four Visions for Frankfurt

The article discusses the divergent visions of Frankfurt's political parties for the city, highlighting the contrasts in their electoral platforms.

Feb 26 • 08:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Death of Quentin: 'It took this absolute drama for us to realize what LFI was!', laments Éric Dupond-Moretti

Éric Dupond-Moretti discusses the violent death of Quentin Deranque and criticizes political parties in light of the incident, specifically pointing out La France insoumise.

Feb 26 • 07:49 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The parties of dreams and... Helen of Homer

The article discusses how Homer’s brief description of Helen in his epics mirrors the current political landscape in Greece, where emerging parties lack clear ideologies and rely on vague promises.

Feb 26 • 06:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Other parties do not want to remove the status of May 1 as a public holiday

Ongoing political discussions in Estonia reveal that various parties disagree on the significance of May 1 as a public holiday, with suggestions to prioritize the Republic's anniversary instead.

Feb 26 • 02:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Karis’s Continuation as President Generates Diverse Opinions in Political Parties

The ongoing presidency of Alar Karis has sparked varied opinions among political parties in Estonia as the Riigikogu revised the presidential election process.

Feb 25 • 19:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sunnis break the silence: early rejection of Maliki's return to Iraq's premiership

Iraqi Sunni parties have publicly opposed the return of Nuri al-Maliki to the prime ministership, marking a significant shift in political dynamics.

Feb 25 • 18:12 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: The Labour Party changes stance on lobby register

The Labour Party in Norway has decided to explore the establishment of a lobby register after years of opposition from major political parties.

Feb 25 • 14:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Where will Victoria’s new homes be built? Competing Liberal and Labor visions are as much about politics as planning

Political competition in Victoria over housing policy has intensified as both major parties propose contrasting visions for urban development.

Feb 25 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Läänemets's Proposal: Party Funding Needs Standardization

Lauri Läänemets, the chairman of the Social Democratic Party, advocates for reforming state funding for political parties to ensure more resources are allocated to smaller and non-parliamentary parties.

Feb 25 • 12:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Emmanuel Macron urges parties "linked to violent groups" to "clarify their position"

President Emmanuel Macron has called on political parties with ties to violent groups to clarify their stance, following the death of a young nationalist militant in Lyon.

Feb 25 • 11:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Alleged Assassination Attempt On ADC Leaders Genocide Against Political Parties - Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a lawyer and spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress, condemned an attack on party leaders in Benin City as an assassination attempt linked to government officials.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"It is anti-war, anti-oppression": Three parties want to ban trade with settlements

Three Danish political parties propose a ban on trade with Israeli settlements due to the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Three parties want to introduce a ban on trade with settlements

In Denmark, three political parties are pushing for a ban on trading with Israeli settlements in the West Bank amid ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Political Forum / When Smer, Hlas, Progressive Slovakia, and Republic Meet

The article discusses a meeting between representatives of several Slovak political parties in the European Parliament regarding the sovereignty of Slovakia and the controversial EU initiative on abortion rights.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Over six hundred million to seven political parties

The Icelandic government has allocated 605 million ISK to seven political parties for 2026, with the highest amount going to Samfylkingin and the lowest to Sósíalistaflokkurinn, which currently has no representation in parliament.

Feb 25 • 08:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Live broadcast at 8:30: Parties reached an agreement - this is the debt brake

Finnish political parties have reached an agreement on a new debt brake ahead of the upcoming election term, although the Left Alliance has opted out of the agreement.

Feb 25 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Neither Budgets nor Elections: The Clash between PSC and ERC Threatens to Block Catalonia

A political clash between Spain's PSC and ERC parties is threatening to disrupt the approval of Catalonia's budget and could lead to early elections.

Feb 25 • 04:30 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
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Fight for Leadership Position, the Drama of PSL and Poland 2050. The Latest Party Survey

The latest Ipsos survey shows the Civic Coalition leading, followed closely by Law and Justice, with significant challenges for smaller parties in Poland's political landscape.

Feb 24 • 13:52 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Holstein: Social Democrats and Venstre Make It Clear That They Do Not Want to Commit to Løkke

Political commentator Erik Holstein criticizes the Danish government's 2035 economic plan as lackluster and overly bureaucratic, indicating that key parties Socialdemokratiet and Venstre are hesitant to align with Prime Minister Løkke.

Feb 24 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Joint report of SYRIZA and the New Left on OPEKEPE: Clear political responsibilities – A preliminary inquiry for Voridis and Avgenakis should be established

The SYRIZA and New Left parties call for a preliminary investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal, citing severe political implications and accountability within the Greek government.

Feb 24 • 13:15 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Will investigate the concession system: Fears for data centers in 'every nook and cranny'

Norwegian political parties SV and Høyre propose a concession system for data centers to manage their growth amid rising electricity consumption and environmental concerns.

Feb 24 • 12:55 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Political parties are in crisis, but there are more of them: now 50% more than in 2014

The number of recognized political parties in Argentina has increased by 50% since 2014, despite a significant decline in electoral participation and party affiliation.

Feb 24 • 12:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The ruling and opposition parties must resolve the confusion of administrative consolidation and alleviate concerns about adverse effects

The South Korean National Assembly is currently divided over special laws for administrative integration, particularly regarding the consolidation of various regions, leading to significant political tensions.

Feb 24 • 09:36 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Political Editor: The Government Leaves the Other Parties with an 'Empty Pot'

The Danish government plans to unveil its economic strategy for 2035, a move that has sparked concerns among opposition parties.

Feb 24 • 08:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Political Editor: The Government Leaves the Other Parties with an 'Empty Pot'

The Danish government is set to unveil its 2035 economic plan, implying significant implications for opposition parties who may feel sidelined.

Feb 24 • 08:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Parliament: A Week of Developments for the OPEKEPE Case – Party Findings Submitted to the Investigative Committee

This week marks significant developments in the OPEKEPE case as findings from various political parties are submitted to the parliamentary investigative committee.

Feb 24 • 08:53 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Violence: An Opposition Between Amnesiac and Mean-Spirited

The article critiques the response of Mexican political opposition parties to the recent elimination of a significant criminal leader, highlighting their reluctance to support the government in its fight against organized crime.

Feb 24 • 08:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Integration of Chungnam and Daejeon must not be rushed...requires regional and political agreement

President Yoon has stated that the proposed administrative integration of Chungnam and Daejeon should not be forced without sufficient consensus from the local community and political circles, highlighting opposition from the opposition parties and regional councils.

Feb 24 • 08:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Race to woo Brahmins in UP, social engineering project begins again

Political parties in Uttar Pradesh are reviving social engineering strategies focused on Brahmin voters ahead of the 2027 assembly elections.

Feb 24 • 07:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

OPEKEPE: The parties' findings, the last meeting of the investigation committee

The investigation committee on OPEKEPE concludes its sessions after nearly five months of intense debate and witness testimonies, with political parties preparing to submit their findings for discussion in the Greek Parliament.

Feb 24 • 03:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Jerzy Surdykowski: The Cursed Fate of Centrists

In his article, Jerzy Surdykowski explores the challenges and contradictions faced by centrist political parties in Poland's democratic system.

Feb 24 • 03:40 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Going towards a majority for alcohol sales in remotely operated stores

The Norwegian Parliament will vote on a proposal to allow remotely operated stores to sell alcohol, with strong support from various political parties.

Feb 23 • 18:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

News Overview: These are the News of the Day

München experiences significant disruptions due to heavy snow, a local ticketing company is facing potential insolvency, and a new bridge for pedestrians and cyclists is set to be constructed amid support from local political parties.

Feb 23 • 17:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mayoral Elections: One Mayor is Already Not Coming to Munich

The upcoming mayoral elections in Munich, Germany, highlight the absence of female candidates from the main political parties, consistent with the city's historical male leadership.

Feb 23 • 15:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

PP and Vox agree to reset negotiations in Extremadura and Aragón to overcome the blockage

The Spanish political parties PP and Vox have decided to reset their negotiations to elect regional presidents in Extremadura and Aragón, moving past Vox's previous demand for government positions.

Feb 23 • 12:57 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Violence, democracy, and political parties

The article discusses the interplay between rising violence and the democratic process in Mexico, highlighting public disillusionment with political parties amidst gang-related issues.

Feb 23 • 11:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

They Will Not Let “Somos MX” Through

The political landscape in Mexico is witnessing the emergence of new forces, particularly the quickly advancing political group Somos MX, which seeks to capitalize on public discontent with traditional options.

Feb 23 • 11:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mukul Roy will always be remembered not only by TMC but also by BJP in Bengal

Mukul Roy, a significant figure in West Bengal politics, played a crucial role in both TMC and BJP, and is still valued by both parties despite his political shifts.

Feb 23 • 08:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Lithuania's Corruption Map 2025: Where Do Residents See the Biggest Problem?

Residents identify the misuse of personal and political connections as the most prevalent form of corruption in Lithuania, with healthcare institutions, the parliament, courts, municipalities, political parties, and politicians viewed as the most corrupt.

Feb 23 • 07:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"5% Blockade of Local Councils is Unconstitutional"... Three Progressive Parties File a Constitutional Complaint and Injunction

Three progressive parties and civic groups in South Korea have filed a constitutional complaint against the 5% threshold for proportional representation in local elections, claiming it is unconstitutional.

Feb 23 • 06:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Reconfiguration of the Left Started Its Path in Congress

The left-wing reconfiguration in Spain is taking shape in Congress as various parties work discreetly together.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[View Briefing] 100 Days Until Local Elections! What Are the Prospects for the Parties?

The article discusses the political landscape and expectations for the upcoming local elections in South Korea, focusing on key figures and events.

Feb 23 • 00:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

Feb 22 • 20:38 UTC

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