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deccanchronicle.compolitics1 day ago
French National Rally leader meets Polish right-wing figures ahead of 2027 election
Jordan Bardella visited Poland for two days and met with Law and Justice party officials. He discussed migration policy, EU reform, and cooperation between the two parties before France's next presidential vote.
leftfootforward.orgpolitics5 days ago
Polling Shows Majority of 2016 Referendum Voters Prefer to Stay Outside EU
Surveys conducted between May 2025 and June 2026 found 55 percent of respondents wanted the United Kingdom to remain outside the EU. Support for rejoining fell from earlier readings while preference for retaining control of laws and immigration rose.
japantoday.compolitics10 days ago
Protests in Albania Enter Second Week Over Coastal Development Plans
Demonstrations in Tirana have expanded from opposition to two large resort projects on protected Adriatic coastline into calls for the political establishment to resign. Organizers have used social media to coordinate gatherings without formal leadership or party structures.
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france24.comworld12 days ago
Swiss Voters to Decide on Immigration Cap in Sunday Referendum
Business leaders and unions are mobilising ahead of the referendum, which has raised concerns over employment and EU trade ties.
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rnz.co.nzpolitics34 days ago
Deputy Prime Minister Rejects Call for UK to Rejoin EU
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said Labour was elected on a manifesto that ruled out joining the single market or customs union. He described a proposal by former health secretary Wes Streeting to rejoin the EU as a sixth form debate and said the party should focus on delivery…
bbc.co.ukpolitics35 days ago
Irish Leader Says EU Prepares for Possible Farage Government
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated the European Union is planning for the possibility that Nigel Farage becomes British prime minister. He also said Brexit damaged Britain and defended the current Labour government.
The Bbcpolitics39 days ago
King's Speech Outlines EU Trade Bill, Troubles Legacy Reforms and Plans for Devolved Governments
King Charles delivered the King's Speech outlining more than 35 bills including legislation to strengthen European Union ties and reform Northern Ireland's Troubles legacy. Northern Ireland MPs described the event as surreal given pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to re…
bbc.co.ukpolitics41 days ago
Starmer Says He Will Lead Labour Into 2029 Election Despite Local Defeats
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a speech on Monday promising to face up to the U.K.'s challenges and rebuild ties with the European Union. The address came days after Labour suffered heavy local election losses that triggered calls from 42 Labour MPs for his resigna…
riotimesonline.comfinance41 days ago
Labour Loses Seats in UK Local Elections
Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a speech in London on Monday defending his leadership and outlining plans to nationalize British Steel and forge closer EU ties. Dozens of Labour lawmakers urged him to set a departure date following heavy losses last week, though one potenti…
Forbesfinance42 days ago
CSTO Security Council Committee to Meet in Moscow on May 26
The Russian Security Council Office announced the Collective Security Treaty Organization’s Committee of Secretaries of Security Councils will convene in Moscow on May 26. Representatives from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Russia will attend alongside CSTO Secre…
abcnews.go.compolitics45 days ago
Hungary Election Shifts Power From Orban After Chinese Battery Factory Opposition
Voters in Debrecen turned against the longtime ruling party in the April 12 election, contributing to the defeat of Viktor Orban’s Fidesz. The $8.5 billion Chinese lithium battery factory under construction there became a central campaign issue over environmental and health conce…
The Guardianpolitics45 days ago
Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party Secures Supermajority in Hungarian Parliamentary Election
Péter Magyar’s opposition Tisza party secured a supermajority in the April 2026 parliamentary election, bringing an end to Viktor Orbán’s 16 years in power. A post-election poll published on Thursday shows strong support among Tisza voters for ambitious climate policy and LGBTQ+…
Semaforworld46 days ago
Middle Powers Pursue Modest Trade Deals With India, Peru and EU Amid Ongoing Reliance on US and China
Australia signed trade agreements with India and Peru while Canada secured EU procurement concessions for its firms. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for middle powers to unite during this year's Davos meetings. The moves come as nations seek to shield economies from U.…
rte.iepolitics47 days ago
UK Local and Devolved Elections Scheduled for May 7, 2026
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure ahead of local and devolved elections on May 7, 2026, across England, Wales, and Scotland. Polls indicate potential heavy losses for Labour, compounded by controversies and policy decisions. Starmer met EU leaders in Armenia…
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GB Newspolitics48 days ago
UK Considers Joining EU's €90 Billion Loan Package for Ukraine
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced discussions on UK participation in the European Union's €90 billion loan for Ukraine during the European Political Community summit in Yerevan, Armenia. The loan aims to support Ukraine's defense and financial needs amid the ongoi…
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