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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Blue bloc's prime minister candidate keeps quiet about his preferred blue government

Troels Lund Poulsen, the prime minister candidate from the Blue bloc in Denmark, refrains from revealing his preferred coalition ahead of the March 24 election.

Mar 5 • 10:54 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

First election voting in Nepal after Gen Z demonstrations, momentum for rapper prime minister candidate's party

Nepal held its lower house elections on the 5th, marked by strong support for the newly formed Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) which emerged after Gen Z protests led to the fall of the previous government.

Mar 5 • 09:33 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

35-year-old rapper may become Nepal's new prime minister

Nepal is holding its first election after political turmoil caused by the 'Gen Z movement,' which led to the resignation of the former prime minister.

Mar 5 • 09:08 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The bourgeois parties are repeating a fatal mistake from 2022

The article critiques the bourgeois parties in Denmark for failing to learn from their past mistakes in the 2022 election campaign, where they were sidetracked by the mink scandal and accusations against the Prime Minister.

Mar 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

From violent revolt to ballot box: Nepal’s old guard faces a populist surge

Nepal approaches a pivotal general election following turmoil that ousted former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, with millions of young voters participating.

Mar 4 • 14:01 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The election review the Liberals didn’t want you to see – podcast

A podcast discusses the Liberal Party's secretive handling of a critical report on their 2025 election loss, which was eventually revealed in parliament by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Mar 4 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Although the chances of elections in June are increasing, no voice will pass to Netanyahu because of the war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is believed to be considering an early election in June, spurred by a forecasted fall of the Iranian regime, though opposition remains strong.

Mar 4 • 04:01 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy: I believe Orbán will lose election and relations with Hungary will be normalised

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will lose the upcoming election, allowing for the normalization of relations between Ukraine and Hungary.

Mar 3 • 09:57 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister: 'I don't think it was inappropriate' to travel after the attack on Iran

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defended his election campaign trip to Kanazawa on February 28, the same day Iran was attacked, asserting it was not inappropriate.

Mar 3 • 08:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Happy Monday: The Most Influential NGO Advises Babiš and Selects the President

The article discusses the influence of a prominent NGO in Czechia advising former Prime Minister Babiš on presidential selections.

Mar 2 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Babiš has learned. And he is even more dangerous, says former Prime Minister Fiala. He stated what bothers him the most

Former Prime Minister Petr Fiala reflects on his leadership and critiques Andrej Babiš's approach as he perceives it has become more dangerous post-election.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Karin Eriksson: Will Trump Ensure Victory for Mette Frederiksen?

Denmark's upcoming election may see the social democratic Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen leveraging support from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Feb 28 • 18:08 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

If the election is about leadership and defense, Lund and Frederiksen must fight where they agree most

The article discusses the dynamics between Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen as they prepare for a potential election focused on leadership and defense issues.

Feb 28 • 05:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Mélenchon's Statements on Epstein: de Villepin Regrets the 'Sacrifice of the Left of the Left' and Condemns an 'Act of Political Irresponsibility'

Former Prime Minister de Villepin criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon's comments regarding Jeffrey Epstein, labeling them politically irresponsible and damaging to the left's image.

Feb 27 • 22:21 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Seven years ago, she also declared war on inequality with 17 concrete proposals: What has actually happened?

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has launched her re-election campaign by prioritizing economic inequality, echoing promises made in 2019, while acknowledging that only a minority of previous proposals have been implemented.

Feb 27 • 20:04 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

A 34-year-old plumber has inflicted a severe defeat on the Prime Minister. What happened?

Keir Starmer faced a humiliating defeat in a symbolic by-election, highlighting significant challenges for the British Prime Minister.

Feb 27 • 18:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen tries to turn the laurels cut from the USA into an election victory

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen aims to capitalize on her rising popularity stemming from her firm resistance to US President Donald Trump's demand to acquire Greenland in the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Feb 27 • 14:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Italy: The proposed electoral system with seat bonuses could give Meloni a comfortable victory

The proposed revision of Italy's electoral system could significantly increase Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's chances for re-election next year.

Feb 27 • 12:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

European Union: Viktor Orbán between election campaign and breach of word

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is under scrutiny for blocking a significant EU aid credit to Ukraine, with diplomatic hopes for resolution following his recent proposals.

Feb 27 • 12:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain: Prime Minister Starmer Closer to 'Exit' After New Defeat of the Labour Party

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces increased pressure after the Labour Party suffered a significant defeat in a parliamentary by-election in Manchester.

Feb 27 • 11:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Election slap for Starmer. In a key constituency, a 'green' plumber defeats Labour.

Hannah Spencer of the Green Party won a crucial parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton, defeating Labour's incumbent position and increasing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Feb 27 • 07:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

When the Prime Minister Presses the Button: 30 Years of Election Announcements Told in Numbers and Rhetoric

This article discusses the unique position of the sitting Prime Minister in Denmark regarding election announcements and the rhetoric used during this process.

Feb 27 • 07:31 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

United Kingdom, defeat for Starmer in the Manchester election: now the prime minister risks his position

Starmer's Labour Party finished third in the recent Manchester by-election, facing significant challenges from rising populist movements.

Feb 27 • 06:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

New poll: Mette Frederiksen and Troels Lund have a poor start to the election campaign

Troels Lund Poulsen, newly declared prime minister candidate for the Venstre party, faces significant challenges as recent polls indicate support for his party has dropped below nine percent.

Feb 27 • 06:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Catalog gifts from the Prime Minister's office, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara says 'I want to make the most of them for my legislative activities'

Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara expressed his intention not to return catalog gifts distributed by Prime Minister Suga's office to newly elected party members, citing their usefulness for legislative activities.

Feb 27 • 02:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump’s Greenland push drives Danish prime minister to call early election

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called a snap parliamentary election for March 24 amid rising public support stemming from her firm stance against Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland.

Feb 26 • 23:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Orban's election campaign strategy — blackmail EU, Ukraine over Russian oil and hope for a fight

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's recent letters to the EU and Ukraine reveal a campaign focused on domestic political messaging, utilizing threats related to Russian oil to appeal to voters ahead of elections.

Feb 26 • 21:52 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico is changing election rules, prepare for the worst

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's coalition is moving to change electoral laws, eliminating mail-in voting from abroad and potentially altering other voting rules to serve their political interests.

Feb 26 • 18:51 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Troels Lund Poulsen announces candidacy for Prime Minister

Troels Lund Poulsen, leader of the Liberal Party in Denmark, has declared his candidacy for Prime Minister ahead of the March election.

Feb 26 • 18:27 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Troels Lund declares himself a candidate for Prime Minister

Troels Lund Poulsen, the leader of Denmark's Liberal Party, has announced his candidacy for Prime Minister in the upcoming election, citing concerns over high taxes proposed by rival parties.

Feb 26 • 18:27 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Median shows a significant lead for Tisza; Orbán deploys soldiers nationwide (45 days until the election)

A recent poll shows the Tisza party leading significantly ahead of Hungary's April 2026 election, while Prime Minister Orbán has taken security measures by deploying soldiers to strategic locations.

Feb 26 • 18:09 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen does not want to declare her stance: 'Some owe more'

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is maintaining ambiguity about her political alliances as the 2026 election approaches, signaling possible cooperation with centrist or left-wing parties while expressing past reservations about the far-left.

Feb 26 • 18:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"Good luck. I hope you smash the Social Democrats," says Vanopslagh. "Likewise," replies Olsen Dyhr

Politicians in Denmark exchanged friendly banter as they prepared for an election called by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, leading to lively reactions from both the public and media.

Feb 26 • 17:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Danish PM calls an early election seeking ‘Greenland bounce’

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called an early election to leverage improved poll ratings following a geopolitical crisis related to Greenland.

Feb 26 • 17:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Sébastien Lecornu more popular than Emmanuel Macron, but seen as too dependent on the president to assert himself in 2027

A recent poll shows Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is more popular than President Emmanuel Macron but may struggle against other potential candidates for the 2027 election due to perceived dependency on Macron.

Feb 26 • 15:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

A tear in the hall, a rose in Herlev, and a sea of microphones: Here is election day in six pictures

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced a parliamentary election to be held on March 24, 2026, during a vote concerning a food check.

Feb 26 • 15:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

There may very well be many houses for sale for 999,000 kroner

If Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's election promise is realized, many owners of inexpensive houses will see a notable increase in their daily finances due to the abolition of property value tax for homes valued at 1 million kroner.

Feb 26 • 14:25 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Danish PM calls snap election after standoff with Trump over Greenland

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced a snap parliamentary election scheduled for March 24, fueled by recent public support over her handling of US pressure regarding Greenland.

Feb 26 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Danish PM calls snap election after surge in support over Greenland crisis

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced an early election, prompted by rising support due to her response to US President Trump's interest in Greenland.

Feb 26 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Danish Prime Minister: 'You know what is at stake'

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for a parliamentary election, stating that her future as Prime Minister depends on the mandate given to the Social Democrats in the upcoming elections.

Feb 26 • 12:38 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Holstein: Here is the election result that Mette Frederiksen would very much like to bring home

Political commentator Erik Holstein expresses surprise at Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's decision to call for parliamentary elections on Thursday, remarking on the implications of the results she seeks.

Feb 26 • 12:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Party leaders meet for the first election debate Thursday evening

Danish party leaders will meet for the first debate of the parliamentary elections on Thursday evening, a few hours after Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces the election date.

Feb 26 • 12:23 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Social Democrats are running for election on a wealth tax: Criticism says it is a populist and irresponsible proposal

The Danish Social Democrats, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, propose a wealth tax targeting the richest citizens to reduce inequality ahead of the upcoming election, facing criticism for being populist.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The tension has been released: There will be a parliamentary election on March 24

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced that parliamentary elections will be held on March 24.

Feb 26 • 11:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen calls for elections in Denmark

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced a parliamentary election to be held on March 24.

Feb 26 • 11:51 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Denmark's Prime Minister Confirms New Election

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced that a new election will be held, urging voters to determine the country's future course.

Feb 26 • 11:48 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen confirms new election

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced that a new election will take place on March 24, following significant changes in public support for her party.

Feb 26 • 11:48 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Thomas Larsen: Troels Lund Poulsen is ready to step forward as a prime minister candidate

Troels Lund Poulsen is poised to become the main challenger to Mette Frederiksen after the recent election call in Denmark.

Feb 26 • 11:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen Calls for Parliamentary Election

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced that a parliamentary election will be held on March 24.

Feb 26 • 10:44 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Venstre will announce a Prime Minister candidate after the election declaration

Venstre party intends to announce its Prime Minister candidate only after the parliamentary election is called, as stated by political spokesperson Jan E. Jørgensen.

Feb 26 • 09:40 UTC

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