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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: Orpo's government tax offers spring up like Aki Palsanmäki's auctions

The Finnish government led by Petteri Orpo is changing its tax policies ahead of elections, proposing a replacement of a planned corporate tax cut with the abolition of inheritance and gift taxes.

Mar 15 • 19:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito Adjust Plans to Field Independent Candidates Before Unified Local Elections

The Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito have decided not to merge their local party candidates ahead of the unified local elections scheduled for spring next year, each opting to field their independent candidates instead.

Mar 10 • 11:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Participation Party aims to elect 500 members in next spring's unified local elections at party convention

The Participation Party has set a target of winning 500 seats in next year's unified local elections during its recent party convention in Tokyo.

Mar 8 • 10:07 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

They appoint the top positions on the Left for the Spring list

Sanna Magdalena Mörtudóttir has been appointed as the lead candidate for the Left for the Spring electoral list, partnering with the Left-Greens under the joint name "The Left."

Mar 7 • 15:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Philosophizing in Bavarian: In the Haze of Double Bock

The article reflects on the arrival of spring in Bavaria amidst the municipal election campaign, merging themes of seasonal renewal, political intensity, and cultural tradition.

Mar 6 • 14:41 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

It was revealed who will head the Democratic Union's "For Lithuania" municipal elections headquarters

The Democratic Union "For Lithuania" emphasized its goal of having strong candidates representing the people in the upcoming municipal elections in spring.

Feb 23 • 16:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Spring Breeze, Time for Renewal [Not in Seoul]

The upcoming local elections in Sancheong, South Korea, reflect a shift in the political landscape as candidates from various parties aim to revitalize regional governance amidst challenges like population decline and economic stagnation.

Feb 22 • 20:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Zelensky: No elections without security guarantees

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky states that elections will not occur until there are adequate security guarantees and a ceasefire is established, in response to U.S. pressure for elections by spring.

Feb 11 • 18:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Ukraine, under US pressure, admits elections and referendum could be held by spring. Experts say this is absolutely unrealistic and dangerous.

Ukraine's government, influenced by US pressure, has indicated the possibility of holding elections and a referendum by spring, despite warnings from experts regarding the challenges of conducting elections during the war.

Feb 11 • 16:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Will Ukraine's president change this spring? 'It's a pretty tough game'

Experts discuss the possibility of Ukraine holding presidential elections this spring amid significant external pressures.

Feb 11 • 16:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

FT: New Demand from the United States to Ukraine

Ukraine plans to hold presidential elections and a referendum on a possible peace treaty in the spring, according to the Financial Times.

Feb 11 • 15:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Ukraine admits elections and referendum may happen this spring after US pressure. Experts say it’s absolutely unrealistic and dangerous

Under U.S. pressure, the Ukrainian government is reportedly considering organizing presidential elections and a referendum on a possible peace agreement this spring, despite experts deeming it unrealistic and dangerous.

Feb 11 • 11:25 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Financial Times: Zelensky plans elections and referendum this spring

Ukrainian President Zelensky is reportedly planning presidential elections alongside a referendum on a possible peace agreement with Russia, amidst U.S. pressure to meet certain deadlines.

Feb 11 • 06:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

FT: Ukraine plans to hold presidential elections in spring

Ukraine is planning to hold presidential elections and a referendum on a peace deal with Russia by May 15, as reported by the Financial Times.

Feb 11 • 06:08 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Financial Times: Zelensky plans election and referendum on peace agreement in the spring

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is reportedly planning to hold elections and a referendum on a peace agreement in the spring.

Feb 11 • 05:06 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Zelensky plans elections and referendum on peace agreement in the spring

Ukrainian President Zelensky is planning to hold presidential elections and a referendum on a potential peace agreement with Russia this spring, under pressure from the Trump administration.

Feb 11 • 05:05 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

These are the salaries that candidates can expect from this spring's election

Candidates running in the upcoming spring elections in Iceland can expect municipal salaries ranging from 350,000 to 3 million ISK depending on their position and municipality.

Feb 9 • 06:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Member of Parliament Ben Zyskowicz will not run in the next parliamentary elections

Ben Zyskowicz, who began his parliamentary career in 1979, announced during the opening of the parliamentary session that he will not be a candidate in the upcoming spring 2027 elections.

Feb 4 • 13:31 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Middle Party is running in the Westman Islands

The Middle Party plans to present a list in the Westman Islands for the upcoming municipal elections, marking its first participation in the area, and is currently seeking interested candidates to fill positions on the party's list for the elections in the spring.

Feb 3 • 11:17 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Eight candidates of VG compete for three spots on the list in Reykjavik

Eight candidates are vying for three positions on the Reykjavik list for the Left-Green Movement ahead of the upcoming municipal elections this spring.

Feb 3 • 07:37 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Luxury dilemma of choosing and rejecting on the list

Björg Magnúsdóttir, the leader of Viðreisn in Reykjavík, discusses the upcoming challenge of assembling a competitive candidate list for the elections in spring 2026.

Jan 31 • 20:41 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Not giving interviews for now

Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir, the mayor, is refusing to give interviews regarding the results of the Samfylking party's primary election, amid uncertainty about her acceptance of a different position on the party list for the upcoming spring elections.

Jan 26 • 17:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Polls in Hungary Ahead of Spring Elections: Tisza Strengthens Against Fidesz

The article discusses the shifting support for the Tisza and Fidesz parties in Hungary ahead of the April parliamentary elections.

Jan 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

The 9th issue of Int. this Saturday with TA NEA Weekend

The 9th issue of Int. will be released this Saturday, January 10, focusing on Hungary, where crucial political developments for Europe are expected during the spring elections.

Jan 7 • 16:39 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Viðreisn Offers a Candidate List in Akureyri for the First Time

Viðreisn will present a candidate list for local elections in Akureyri for the first time this spring, marking a significant milestone for the party's presence in rural areas.

Jan 6 • 15:57 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Hungary: Viktor Orbán, the division in society, and the critical elections in spring 2026

Hungarian leader Viktor Orbán has sparked significant controversy with his stances and dissenting views, especially regarding EU financial aid to Ukraine, as he faces critical elections in spring 2026 amid societal divisions.

Dec 29 • 15:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

The Left in Rhineland-Palatinate: Suddenly Successful

The Left party is gaining traction in Rhineland-Palatinate and could enter the state parliament for the first time this spring.

Dec 28 • 11:30 UTC

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