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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Defeat of the Center-Right in the House of Representatives Election: Regrets and Lessons of Komeito Officials - 'Failed to Maximize Support'

Komeito faced significant defeat in the latest House of Representatives election, raising concerns among party officials about their failure to effectively mobilize support.

Feb 28 • 22:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Hearing of Losers: Was the Establishment of the Center-Right Correct? Supporters of the Constitutional Democratic Party Are Leaving

The Center-Right Reform Union conducted a hearing with losing candidates, amidst growing concerns about the party's shift from liberalism to centrism and the subsequent loss of supporter loyalty.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Azzariti: "The proposal of the center-right is at high risk of unconstitutionality"

Gaetano Azzariti, a constitutional lawyer, criticizes the new electoral law proposed by the center-right, emphasizing its potential unconstitutionality and questioning its claimed benefits for political stability.

Feb 27 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Proportional and Prize, Here Are the New Rules. 'The Right Has More Chances'

The article discusses the potential effects of Italy's new electoral system on political parties, highlighting how the right may gain a better position as per recent simulations.

Feb 27 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Schlein: 'Unacceptable'. Uprising of the center-left: 'A distraction tactic'

Elly Schlein of the Democratic Party expresses frustration over approaches from the center-right regarding electoral law discussions, labeling them as unacceptable and calling for more serious dialogue with the Prime Minister.

Feb 26 • 22:12 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, center-right text submitted to Parliament. Schlein: 'Unacceptable for us'

The center-right coalition in Italy has submitted a new electoral law to Parliament, which includes provisions for a majority prize and a runoff election, prompting criticism from opposition leader Schlein.

Feb 26 • 17:26 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Center-right and Democratic Party decide not to participate in the first meeting of the 'National Conference'

The Center Reform Union and the Democratic Party of Japan announced their decision not to attend the first meeting of the 'National Conference' initiated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Feb 26 • 07:39 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Paris, Édouard Philippe Tackles Pierre-Yves Bournazel on the Second Round Strategy

Édouard Philippe disagrees with Pierre-Yves Bournazel's strategy for the second round of municipal elections, advocating instead for a unification of the right and center.

Feb 25 • 19:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Édouard Philippe Ready to Do Everything for 'Change' in Paris, 'with a Grand Rally of the Right and Center' in the Second Round

Édouard Philippe aims to unite the right and center in Paris for a strong performance in the 2026 municipal elections.

Feb 25 • 12:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Alliance, National, and Constitutional Democratic Parties to Suspend Meetings Amid Center-Right Defeat in Shizuoka

The Alliance, National, and Constitutional Democratic parties have decided to suspend their joint meetings following a significant defeat in Shizuoka elections, revealing cracks in opposition cooperation.

Feb 24 • 22:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Filthy fascist", "death to Vassal": the campaign office of the right and center candidate in Marseille vandalized

The campaign office of Martine Vassal, a candidate for municipal elections in Marseille, was vandalized with graffiti, including threats and insults, prompting her to file a complaint.

Feb 24 • 09:57 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

MAGA figure tells Australian conservatives centre-right politicians 'betrayed' West

A prominent figure from the MAGA movement claims that center-right politicians have betrayed Western values and controversially asserts that former German Chancellor Angela Merkel caused more harm to Germany than the Nazis.

Feb 23 • 03:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Right-wing extremist attack in Dachau: Neonazis seek confrontation with youth center

Neonazis vandalized an anti-fascist youth center in Dachau during a party, raising concerns about rising extremism and confronting local youth.

Feb 20 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With favoritism and machinery, Tarcísio absorbs the right and isolates the left in SP

Tarcísio de Freitas, a gubernatorial candidate in São Paulo, is leveraging strong polling and control over public resources to unite center-right support while the opposition struggles to present a formidable candidate.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Esfera gathers Kassab and Valdemar for debate on 2026

The Esfera Group will host a debate dinner featuring Gilberto Kassab and Valdemar Costa Neto in São Paulo, focusing on the potential collaboration between the center and the right in the upcoming elections.

Feb 19 • 21:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Center-Right Executive Board Starts with Turbulence: 'Rebellion' and Party Departure in Prime Minister Nomination

The new executive board of the Center-Right Reform Coalition has begun its tenure with turmoil, highlighted by rebellions within the party during the Prime Minister nomination.

Feb 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Leaders of Center-Right, Constitutional Democratic, and Komeito Parties Agree on Regular Meetings and Joint Sessions

The leaders of the Center Reform Union, Constitutional Democratic Party, and Komeito agreed to nominate Junya Ogawa as prime minister in an upcoming election and will hold regular meetings and joint discussions on policies.

Feb 17 • 11:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After the death of a right-wing extremist: Mélenchon is at the center of a storm

A left-wing extremist killed a right-wing extremist in Lyon, placing pressure on the radical left party 'France insoumise' and its leader, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, which could change the political landscape of France.

Feb 17 • 09:56 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Center-Right Ogawa Representative Discusses Constitutional Revisions, Including Dissolution Rights

Representative Junya Ogawa of the Center-Right Reform Union discusses specific constitutional revisions needed for Japan, including limitations on the Prime Minister's dissolution rights and the merging of upper house electoral districts.

Feb 15 • 03:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential Election 2027: Bruno Retailleau's Candidacy Sparks the Battle for the Presidency on the Right and Center

Bruno Retailleau's announcement of his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election ignites competition among potential candidates from the right and center in France.

Feb 13 • 19:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I don't feel represented": Gérald Darmanin revives his idea of a primary election for the right and the center

French Minister Gérald Darmanin advocates for an open primary to determine the candidate for the right and center in the presidential election.

Feb 13 • 18:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

His values? He is an extremist. The center-right moves in the opposite direction

Mara Carfagna, secretary of Noi Moderati, criticizes Roberto Vannacci and his party's extremist values that contradict core principles of the center-right coalition in Italy.

Feb 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito in the House of Councillors Decide Not to Form a Unified Faction Amid Hesitant Voices on Merging into the Center-Right Coalition

The Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito have confirmed their decision to operate separately in the House of Councillors, forgoing the formation of a unified faction despite a prior merger in the House of Representatives.

Feb 12 • 12:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Giusti and the Wrong Polls

The article discusses the misleading results of a social media poll conducted by journalist Robby Giusti regarding Italian center-right leaders.

Feb 11 • 18:09 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Four Failures, 19 Years Until First Election Victory" - The Struggle of a Center-Right Candidate Against the Ruling Party

The article discusses the success of Ken Noma, a center-right candidate in Kagoshima's 3rd district, who won against the ruling Liberal Democratic Party after four previous election defeats, highlighting his perseverance and the support from his advocates.

Feb 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Candidates Junya Ogawa and Takeshi Deka Declare Candidacy for Center-Right Leadership Election, Kenta Izumi Decides Not to Run

Junya Ogawa and Takeshi Deka have announced their candidacies for the leadership election of the Center-Right Reform Union in Japan, while Kenta Izumi has opted not to participate.

Feb 11 • 05:16 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The 'Center' that suffered a crushing defeat in the House of Representatives election, struggling with the rise of the right in Europe and seeking countermeasures

Japan's center-left political coalition faced significant losses in the recent House of Representatives election, mirroring challenges across Europe where right-wing parties are gaining traction.

Feb 10 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Tatarella Unites La Russa and D'Alema. 'With Him the Miracle of Dialogue'

The article discusses the legacy of Pinuccio Tatarella as a unifying figure between political adversaries, particularly Massimo D'Alema and Ignazio La Russa, reflecting on their past interactions and Tatarella's role in shaping Italy's center-right politics.

Feb 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Disappointed in the Center, Voices of Dissatisfaction from the Constitutional Democratic Side: Criticism of the Proportional List as 'Disjointed'

The Center-Right Reform Coalition, formed by the Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito, faced a devastating defeat in the recent House of Representatives election in Japan, with dissatisfaction rising among supporters regarding the party’s performance and strategies.

Feb 9 • 21:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sweden plans to tighten citizenship application procedures

Sweden intends to require applicants to wait eight years before applying for citizenship, along with income thresholds and a community understanding test, as announced by the center-right government.

Feb 9 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sweden makes getting citizenship harder: live longer and know who the King of Sweden is

Sweden's center-right minority government has announced stricter rules for obtaining citizenship, set to take effect in June.

Feb 9 • 12:59 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Center-Right Leader Noda: 'My Ability is Lacking, a Great Responsibility' as Several Top Party Members Lose

In a press conference following a significant electoral defeat, Yoshihiko Noda expressed his intention to resign, acknowledging his leadership shortcomings and the responsibility for the losses faced by the party.

Feb 9 • 02:49 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Results of Elected and Unelected Candidates from the Center-Right Constitutional Party: Easily Understandable

The new party 'Center-Right Reform Coalition' suffered a significant defeat in the recent elections.

Feb 8 • 18:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Center-right candidate Tetsuo Saito expected to win as he departs from the coalition government and establishes a new political party.

Tetsuo Saito of the Centrist Reform Coalition has secured his 12th victory in elections after leaving the coalition with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.

Feb 8 • 11:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

They campaign for No. Who are the judges who wanted to delay the referendum

Judges Alfredo Guardiano and Donatella Ferrante are publicly opposing the center-right's judicial reform agenda in Italy.

Feb 7 • 20:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

For Democracy, Against Right-Wing Extremism: Weilheim Protests Against AfD Event Center

Thousands protested in Weilheim, Germany, against the rise of right-wing extremism and plans by the AfD to establish an event center in a former cinema.

Feb 7 • 15:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Julian Barnes: "I have become more leftist because the center has shifted to the right"

Julian Barnes declares his move towards leftist views amid changing political landscapes and announces his retirement from literature with the release of his final novel, 'Despedidas.'

Feb 7 • 10:24 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Vannacci, first challenge to the government: 'We will vote against arms to Kiev'

Roberto Vannacci is attempting to sabotage the government by preparing a parliamentary motion to oppose sending arms to Kiev, which aims to challenge the League and the center-right coalition.

Feb 6 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Candidate Ratinho Jr. announces fleet of drones for security in Paraná

Ratinho Jr., the governor of Paraná and a presidential candidate, will deliver a fleet of 243 drones for state security forces aimed at observation, mapping, and intelligence, representing a strategic move to attract center-right voters.

Feb 5 • 14:27 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Did not want to meet the center-left parliamentarians during a visit to Washington

A U.S. State Department representative refused to meet with members of center-left parties from a German parliamentary delegation, only willing to meet with members of centrist and far-right parties, causing controversy during their visit to Washington.

Feb 5 • 10:53 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The 'True Opinion' Revealed by the Center-Right Party Formation: The LDP's Nonconfrontation and the Dilution of 'Henoko'

The formation of a new center-right party in Japan is overshadowing the ongoing significance of the Henoko issue in Okinawa amidst the Liberal Democratic Party's nonconfrontational stance.

Feb 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Vannacci is already confused. He accuses the Carroccio but tells his allies: "I am in the center-right"

General Vannacci has swiftly adopted a political persona, expressing his commitment to a true right-wing ideology while criticizing Salvini's emotional reactions and asserting his place within the center-right coalition.

Feb 5 • 05:36 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

From Adinolfi to Cicalone, Vannacci's new party entices influencers

The article discusses Roberto Vannacci's emerging political party, which is struggling to gain media attention amidst opposition from right-wing newspapers and internal pressures within the center-right.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Turin, the two activists arrested for the clashes at Askatasuna are free. And the right attacks the judge

The judge has released two activists from custody after violent clashes during a demonstration in support of the social center Askatasuna in Turin.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

His departure gives us an opportunity: statements about blacks and disabled help the left

Simone Leoni, leader of Forza Italia Giovani, claims that Roberto Vannacci's exit from the League presents a chance for the center-right to initiate a pragmatic discussion on civil rights and freedom.

Feb 4 • 05:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The base disappointed by the Democrats: "Too much ideology"

The article discusses the disconnect between the large coalition parties' political actions and the desires of the center-left electorate, highlighting the pursuit of right-wing themes by the left due to poor electoral results.

Feb 4 • 04:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Veteran Aiming for 11th Term Feels Growing Crisis; The Opponent Revives Trauma from ‘Ditch Board’

The article discusses the looming challenge faced by a veteran LDP politician in Mie’s 1st district as they confront a new contender from the Communist Party and a former official from the Center-Right Reform Union, amidst fears stemming from past election traumas.

Feb 3 • 04:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reorganization of the center faces resistance from the right

The Brazilian political center's reorganization faces challenges amid efforts by the PSD to position itself as a national pole in a polarized environment, with key figures like Gilberto Kassab and Ronaldo Caiado being mentioned as part of the same project.

Feb 2 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The Striano system: 10 years of spies for anti-center-right investigations

The Antimafia system, a network of spies operating under the Superprosecutor, is at a turning point with judicial proceedings against 23 suspects and an investigation into supposed masterminds, including former prosecutor Federico Cafiero De Raho, amid one of Italy's largest scandals.

Jan 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The center-right: subversive plan. Even Renzi is astonished: 'Unbelievable, let's get to the bottom of it'

The political climate heats up further as accusations arise against former anti-mafia chief Federico Cafiero De Raho for allegedly using the Anti-Mafia against the center-right and Matteo Renzi, igniting conflicts among the Democratic Party, Five Stars, and the ruling party.

Jan 15 • 04:00 UTC

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