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Zelensky Submits New Peace Plan to US, Warns of Russian Mobilization
WorldNYTAl Jazeeradr-dk+48yle-uutisetcbcnosukrainska-pravdafazder-spiegelle-figarolsm-lv+40 more8h ago51 sources

Zelensky Submits New Peace Plan to US, Warns of Russian Mobilization

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has presented a new peace proposal to the United States aimed at ending the war with Russia. Zelensky also warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin plans a large-scale mobilization of hundreds of thousands of troops after the upcoming elections.

Trump's Order to Reduce Child Vaccinations Draws Criticism from Health Experts
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+82FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutiset+74 more16h ago85 sources

Trump's Order to Reduce Child Vaccinations Draws Criticism from Health Experts

Donald Trump signed an order to reduce recommended childhood vaccinations, drawing strong criticism from health experts who deem the move dangerous and not based on scientific evidence. This decision was made amidst other unrelated news about Trump's activities.

Russia Bars Only Anti-War Party From Parliamentary Elections
WorldBBCbloombergnzz+32nostagesschaufazberlingskeder-spiegelle-figaroSCMPder-standard+24 more1d ago35 sources

Russia Bars Only Anti-War Party From Parliamentary Elections

Russia's Supreme Court has upheld a decision to bar the Yabloko party, the country's only anti-war political party, from participating in upcoming parliamentary elections. This move effectively removes any legal anti-war opposition from the ballot amidst the ongoing conflict.

Estonian Government Loses Parliamentary Majority
Politicsbloombergyle-uutisetlsm-lv+4delfi-ltindex-hraktuality-skvijesti-me1d ago7 sources

Estonian Government Loses Parliamentary Majority

The Estonian government coalition has lost its majority in parliament following the departure of two lawmakers. This development leaves the coalition as a minority government seven months before scheduled elections.

Commentary on Antisemitism in US Democratic Politics
Politicsdie-presse1d ago

Commentary on Antisemitism in US Democratic Politics

A commentary discusses the presence of antisemitism within US Democratic politics, particularly in states like Michigan and New York, which have large Muslim and Jewish communities respectively. The article highlights instances where candidates with antisemitic views have won elections in these states.

Far-Right AfD Leads Polls Ahead of German State Elections
Politicsdelfi-ltvijesti-meDaily Sabah1d ago3 sources

Far-Right AfD Leads Polls Ahead of German State Elections

Germany's far-right AfD party has surged to a 20-point lead in polls in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, ahead of key state elections in eastern Germany. This rise in support comes despite ongoing skepticism and controversy surrounding the party.

INEC Extends Candidate Submission Deadline; APC Submits All Nominees
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2d ago2 sources

INEC Extends Candidate Submission Deadline; APC Submits All Nominees

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for the submission of nominations for state elections to August 11. Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress (APC) successfully uploaded all its candidates for the 2027 elections ahead of the initial deadline.

Russia Bans Anti-War Yabloko Party from Parliamentary Elections
Politicscbcfaztvn24+1dennik-n1h ago4 sources

Russia Bans Anti-War Yabloko Party from Parliamentary Elections

Russia's Supreme Court has banned the Yabloko party, the only significant anti-war party, from participating in the upcoming State Duma elections. This decision effectively removes the party from the parliamentary ballot, raising concerns about political repression.

Lindsey Graham's Sister Advances in South Carolina Senate Race
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+57le-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsyle-uutiset+49 more3h ago60 sources

Lindsey Graham's Sister Advances in South Carolina Senate Race

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham, has advanced to a runoff election for a US Senate seat in South Carolina. This development comes amidst other news including rising oil prices due to doubts over a US-Iran deal and a Trump administration decision to end Medicaid funding for children's transgender care.

Russia Releases Former US Marine From Prison
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+67FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbc+59 more8h ago70 sources

Russia Releases Former US Marine From Prison

Russia has released Robert Gilman, a former US Marine, from prison after years of detention, with reports indicating his release was due to serious health issues. Former President Trump thanked Putin, suggesting discussions between them contributed to Gilman's release.

Russia Bans Anti-War Yabloko Party from Elections
WorldNYTwapoThe Guardian+23helsingin-sanomatruvukrainska-pravdader-spiegelDWlsm-lvsvenska-dagbladetder-standard+15 more14h ago26 sources

Russia Bans Anti-War Yabloko Party from Elections

Russia's Supreme Court has barred the opposition Yabloko party, the only anti-war party, from participating in parliamentary elections. The decision has drawn criticism and is seen by some as a sign of the Kremlin's nervousness.

TIFF Adds Films by McDonagh, Herzog, and Fern to 2026 Lineup
Culturehollywood-reporterdeadline15h ago2 sources

TIFF Adds Films by McDonagh, Herzog, and Fern to 2026 Lineup

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced additions to its 2026 lineup, including films by acclaimed directors Martin McDonagh and Werner Herzog, as well as a film starring Cody Fern. These selections round out an anticipated program for the festival.

NYT Reports Deviation in Counterintelligence Probe of Trump-Russia Ties
Worlddigi2415h ago

NYT Reports Deviation in Counterintelligence Probe of Trump-Russia Ties

The New York Times reports that efforts by the Trump administration to retaliate against intelligence officials and FBI agents investigating Russian interference in the 2016 elections were led by federal prosecutors in the South, potentially deviating a counterintelligence investigation.

Bosnian Election Commission Clarifies Voting Process for Scanners
Worldklix-ba16h ago

Bosnian Election Commission Clarifies Voting Process for Scanners

The Central Election Commission (CIK) of Bosnia and Herzegovina has clarified the voting process, stating that citizens must fill in circles on ballots for scanners to recognize them. This explanation aims to ensure proper ballot processing for upcoming elections.

AfD's Unstoppable Rise: Far-Right Stronger Than Ever in Germany
Politicsmkd-mk18h ago

AfD's Unstoppable Rise: Far-Right Stronger Than Ever in Germany

The latest ARD Deutschlandtrend poll, conducted by Infratest dimap, reveals a significant shift in Germany's political power balance since the February 2025 parliamentary elections, indicating the unstoppable growth of the AfD and the strengthening of the far-right.

Netanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Gaza Plan, Drawing Criticism
Worlddigi24index-hrpolitiken+2japan-timesmkd-mk21h ago5 sources

Netanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Gaza Plan, Drawing Criticism

Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a 15-point plan for Gaza proposed by the Trump administration, leading to criticism from Jared Kushner who stated Netanyahu was sabotaging the very idea he sought. Analysts suggest Netanyahu's decision was influenced by domestic political considerations and upcoming elections.

Film Festivals Showcase Diverse Selections and Premieres
Cultureruvindex-hraktuality-sk1d ago3 sources

Film Festivals Showcase Diverse Selections and Premieres

Various film festivals, including RIFF, Cinematik, and the Vukovar Film Festival, are showcasing diverse selections of films, including LGBTQ+ cinema, exclusive premieres of anticipated domestic titles, and over 50 films for their jubilee editions. These festivals highlight a wide range of cinematic offerings.

Bosnia and Herzegovina to Implement New Election Technologies
Politicsindex-hrjutarnji-listklix-ba1d ago3 sources

Bosnia and Herzegovina to Implement New Election Technologies

Bosnia and Herzegovina is set to introduce new technologies for its upcoming elections, aiming to address long-standing issues of irregularities. The implementation seeks to resolve problems identified in previous electoral processes.

Quiz Highlights Czech MEPs' Roles and Salaries
Politicsaktualne-cz1d ago

Quiz Highlights Czech MEPs' Roles and Salaries

A quiz focuses on the 21 Czech Members of the European Parliament, detailing their roles in European legislation, voting on multi-billion budgets, and their public profiles since the June 2024 elections.

INEC Extends Deadline for State Election Nominations
PoliticsPremium Times2d ago

INEC Extends Deadline for State Election Nominations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for the submission of nominations for state elections to August 11. This decision comes as part of ongoing preparations for the 2027 elections, with calls for INEC to implement actions to build trust in election results.

Netanyahu Rejects Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, Demands Hamas Disarmament
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+75FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox News+67 more2d ago78 sources

Netanyahu Rejects Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, Demands Hamas Disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a 15-point Gaza peace plan proposed by former US President Donald Trump, stating that Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is disarmed. This decision creates a new point of contention between Israel and the US regarding the future of the Gaza Strip.

Progressive Candidates Secure Key Primary Wins in Minnesota and Other States
PoliticsNYTThe GuardianNPR+3Fox NewscnbcYahoo1h ago6 sources

Progressive Candidates Secure Key Primary Wins in Minnesota and Other States

Progressive candidates have achieved significant victories in recent primary elections, including Peggy Flanagan's win in the Minnesota Democratic Senate primary and other progressive successes in House and gubernatorial races. These results indicate a strong showing for the progressive movement in various states.

French Political Parties Prepare for 2026 Senatorial Elections
Politicsle-figaro13h ago

French Political Parties Prepare for 2026 Senatorial Elections

French political parties are strategizing and preparing for the 2026 senatorial elections, with various factions vying for influence in the Palais du Luxembourg. Key figures like Gabriel Amard are emerging as hopefuls, while internal battles and new entries are anticipated.

Politicspublico14h ago

PSD Summer University Features Marques Mendes and Ministers

The Portuguese Social Democratic Party (PSD) is holding its Summer University from August 24 to 30, with former leader Marques Mendes, who placed fifth in the first round of presidential elections, as one of the main invited guests alongside two ministers, Soares, and Portas.

War Crimes Increase in Myanmar Amid Intensified Military Attacks
Worldirozhlas15h ago

War Crimes Increase in Myanmar Amid Intensified Military Attacks

A UN investigation chief reported a rise in war crimes in Myanmar, with the military intensifying air attacks against civilians before recent elections. All parties in the conflict are accused of human rights violations, including torture and sexual violence.

INEC Impartiality Crucial for Nigeria's 2027 Elections, Says PFN President
Politicsvanguard-ng15h ago

INEC Impartiality Crucial for Nigeria's 2027 Elections, Says PFN President

The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Wale Oke, emphasized that the impartiality of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is vital for Nigeria's survival in the 2027 general elections. This statement comes as the EU also clarifies its position on the upcoming polls.

Speculation Rises on BJP-SAD Alliance for Punjab Elections
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express16h ago2 sources

Speculation Rises on BJP-SAD Alliance for Punjab Elections

Speculation is growing about a potential alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) for the upcoming Punjab elections. Despite past differences, both parties are reportedly considering a renewed partnership.

BusinessDaily Nation1d ago

NMG CEO Launches 2027 Election Coverage Plan

Geoffrey Odundo, CEO of Nation Media Group (NMG), has officially launched the group's comprehensive coverage plans for the upcoming 2027 elections. The initiative aims to provide extensive reporting leading up to the polls.

Czech Movement 'Naše Česko' Outlines Election Ambitions
Politicsaktualne-cz2d ago

Czech Movement 'Naše Česko' Outlines Election Ambitions

The Czech political movement 'Naše Česko,' led by South Bohemian Governor Martin Kuba, is preparing for its first major test in the October municipal and Senate elections, aiming for positions in 130 cities and municipalities and four seats in the upper house of parliament.