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Chief State Prosecutor Alar Lehesmets emphasized the need for the Riigikogu to address the ongoing issues surrounding compensation allowances for members of parliament.

The Left Party in Rhineland-Palatinate is experiencing unexpected success ahead of the state elections, raising hopes for their potential entry into the state parliament.

Anthony Albanese reflects on his 30 years in parliament, contrasting the political landscape of his early days with the current state under his leadership.

The article discusses a lack of engagement and significant dialogue in the Stuttgart State Parliament as they address a government inquiry about issues like truck tolls, showing a stark contrast to the more vibrant parliamentary debates seen in Britain.

In Rhineland-Palatinate, the Free Democratic Party (FDP) remains in power but faces the risk of being ousted from the state parliament due to low public support.

Former Ukrainian prisoners of war described systematic torture and inhumane treatment in Russian captivity during a testimony in the Saxon State Parliament.

President Sauli Niinistö expressed mixed feelings about being part of the continuum of past Finnish presidents when he viewed his bust in the Parliament's State Hall.

Minister María Jesús Montero insists on presenting the state budget despite lacking parliamentary support.

Former South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs has announced his candidacy for the upcoming state election, ten months after his drug conviction and resignation from parliament.

MP Jeļena Kļaviņa has been penalized due to inadequate knowledge of the Latvian language, raising concerns about her ability to fulfill her parliamentary duties.

Czech lawmakers are considering constitutional amendments to enforce a binding obligation for the president to appoint cabinet members based on the prime minister's recommendations.

In his annual State of the Union address, President Donald Trump declared his tenure as a 'golden age' for the United States, emphasizing improvements in the nation’s wealth and strength.

Katrin Ebner-Steiner, the leader of the AfD faction in Bavaria's state parliament, is traveling to the United States for political discussions, invited by a MAGA movement organization.

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.

The Lithuanian Parliament is discussing the potential negligence in the management of state reserves during a committee meeting.

The French Senate has begun discussing a significant constitutional reform for New Caledonia, aiming to establish it as a new state, amid concerns of opposition disrupting the process.

A South Korean court has sentenced former president Yoon Suk-yeol to life imprisonment for leading a rebellion that aimed to undermine the parliament with a declared state of war.

Latvian Parliament Speaker Daiga Mieriņa condemned the International Olympic Committee's decision to disqualify Ukrainian athlete Vladislav Geraskevich and emphasized Latvia's commitment to exposing Russian aggression.

Katharina Schulze, the Green Party leader in the Bavarian state parliament, has received the Schlappmaul Order from the Kitzingen Carnival Society for her wit and vibrant personality.

The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation invalidated a reform that discriminated against minors with disabilities by preventing them from participating in the State of Quintana Roo's Parliament for People with Disabilities.

The chairman of the National Electronic Media Council of Latvia is urging parliament to make a decision on ending the operations of Russian-language radio stations funded by the state.

Thuringian AfD leader Björn Höcke has received approval from the Augsburg Administrative Court to speak in Lindenberg despite previous attempts by the city to ban him due to his controversial reputation.

Damir Biloglav, a member of the DOMiNO party, criticized the Croatian government’s response to issues of addiction exacerbated by pandemic restrictions during a session of the Croatian Parliament.

Parliament in South Africa is preparing for the significant 2026 State of the Nation Address, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Constitution.

The head of the State Medicines Control Agency reported a decrease in reports of drug supply disruptions in Lithuania during a recent parliamentary health committee meeting.

The official portrait of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk was unveiled in state parliament, commemorating her nearly nine-year leadership and her role in promoting the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.

Experts predict political repercussions for Lithuanian parliament member Saulius Skvernelis following corruption investigations involving the State Plant Protection Service.

The Wahl-O-Mat is an online tool that helps voters in Baden-Württemberg determine which political party aligns most closely with their views ahead of the upcoming state parliament election.

A German parliamentary commission visited Pará to learn about sustainability and deforestation combat initiatives in the state.

Thuringian AfD leader Björn Höcke is again under investigation for allegedly repeating the banned SA slogan "Everything for Germany" in the Thuringian State Parliament, which has caught the attention of the criminal police.

The police have launched an investigation against Björn Höcke, the chairman of the AfD in Thuringia, due to his statements made during a session of the Thuringian state parliament.

Justice Minister Marion Gentges responds to critical questions about the lengthy investigations into the Cum-Ex scandal, stressing the need for continued scrutiny by the state parliament due to a 150 million euro damage.

A Lithuanian parliament committee proposed a law preventing politicians in office from being eligible for the Stulginskis Star award, expanding the restriction to all state politicians regardless of citizenship.

The AfD's attempt to unseat Thuringian Prime Minister Voigt through a no-confidence vote failed, with evidence suggesting one and a half dissenters among the votes.

The far-right AfD party in Bavaria continues to provoke with controversial actions, including a petition suspected of being fake and recent scandalous behavior by its members.

Thuringia's Prime Minister Mario Voigt successfully survived a no-confidence vote in the Erfurt state parliament, receiving more votes than his opponent Björn Höcke from the AfD, who had pushed for the vote following a scandal about Voigt's doctoral degree.

A petition demanding compensation for women born in the 1950s affected by changes to the State Pension age has garnered over 57,000 signatures, potentially leading to parliamentary debate if it reaches 100,000 signatures.

Saxony's AfD politician Jörg Dornau is under investigation regarding his business dealings in Belarus, involving forced labor and potential violations of EU sanctions.

The State Chancellery firmly disagrees with claims by Saeima deputies that the government is concealing significant information from the public and limiting parliamentary oversight, as expressed in its response to the 'Latvia First' party's request.

The Finnish Parliament officially begins its spring session today with a traditional opening speech by President Alexander Stubb, followed by formal responses and a gathering in the State Hall.

AfD politician Jörg Dornau was arrested by police in the Saxon State Parliament in Dresden, with a simultaneous search of his residence and vehicles being conducted.

The AfD is attempting to oust Minister President Mario Voigt through a constructive vote of no confidence, proposing their faction leader Björn Höcke as his successor.

In Thuringia, the AfD is attempting to unseat Prime Minister Mario Voigt in a constructive vote of no confidence, proposing its faction leader Björn Höcke as the successor.

In the criminal case against Bavarian AfD state parliament member Daniel Halemba, both prosecution and defense have lodged appeals against the ruling, which found him guilty of money laundering and coercion.

Former deputy Liberal leader Sam Groth's resignation from the Victorian parliament will prompt a by-election in Nepean, ahead of the upcoming state election.

The State Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Tereza Rogić Lugarić, announced that 70,000 citizens have signed up for a free banking package during a discussion in the Croatian Parliament.

The Finnish Parliament has resumed, electing the speaker of Parliament as part of their new legislative session following a break.

The article discusses the fragmented state of Australian politics, highlighting the growing significance of the crossbench as the Liberal party struggles to maintain its status as the opposition amidst increasing defections.

At a press conference in the Croatian Parliament, representatives from various political parties expressed their concerns about the current state of democracy in Croatia, calling it the hardest day since the war.

Members of the 'We Can!', SDP, Glas, Center, and Dalija Orešković hold a press conference at the Croatian Parliament, discussing the state of Croatian democracy and criticizing Prime Minister Plenković.