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The Independentpolitics1 hr ago
Farage Accepts Security Meeting Offer After Reform UK Killing, Having Previously Declined Similar Package
The Independent reported that Nigel Farage accepted an offer from Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood for a meeting with the head of a parliamentary body on security. The move follows the killing of Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe last week in Devon. Reform UK will provide 24-hou…
cnbc.compolitics51 min agoUpdated
President Trump to Deliver Declassified Reports on 2020 Election in Thursday Speech
President Trump will deliver a national address Thursday at 9 PM on newly declassified intelligence about foreign interference in the 2020 election. The speech had been expected to cover other subjects before the focus shifted.
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middleeastmonitor.compolitics3 hrs ago
Democratic Senators Urge Release of Findings on Iran School Strike as Pentagon Says Probe Ongoing
More than two dozen Democratic senators led by Kirsten Gillibrand called on July 13 for the Trump administration to disclose within one week the results of a U.S. military investigation into a Feb. 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran. The letter also requests a plan to pr…
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics3 hrs ago
Senate Republicans Return to Capitol for Voting Bill, Committee Vacancies
Republican lawmakers return to Washington this week with a list of unfinished legislation and two Senate vacancies after the death of a committee chair. Democrats are positioning to highlight the delays ahead of the November midterms.
pbs.orgpolitics3 hrs ago
Pope Leo XIV Criticizes U.S. Strikes on Iran That Began in Late February
Pope Leo XIV said the strikes posed a threat to all Iranians. U.S. Ambassador Brian Burch and Vatican official Andrea Tornielli offered differing views on whether the comments were political or spiritual.
thewrap.compolitics3 hrs ago
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Sudden Illness
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died Saturday evening at his Washington home from a brief illness. President Trump spoke with him hours earlier about legislation and Ukraine travel.
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realitytea.compolitics3 hrs ago
President Trump Announces Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Effective July 14
President Trump said Monday he will address the nation Thursday at 9 p.m. EDT after ordering a naval blockade on Iranian ships. The blockade takes effect July 14 at 4 p.m. EDT, with the U.S. claiming guardian status and a 20 percent reimbursement on cargo.
Fortunefinance3 hrs ago
U.S. Military Begins Third Night of Strikes Against Iran
CNBC reported multiple developments including military action, a Senate nomination, budget figures, a court ruling, shipping plans and data center technology.
The Independentpolitics3 hrs ago
Satirical Participation Trophy Statue Placed on National Mall
The Independent reported that a large statue appeared Monday on the National Mall with a plaque awarding President Trump a participation trophy for involvement in the Iran war. The installation by anonymous artists drew a response from the White House spokeswoman.
jns.orgpolitics5 hrs ago
Outgoing Sen. Gary Peters endorses Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan Democratic primary
Sen. Gary Peters ended his neutrality and backed Rep. Haley Stevens over Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. The endorsement comes days after a far-left candidate's campaign collapsed in Maine.
Washington Examinerpolitics5 hrs ago
Rubio Announces U.S. Campaign to Isolate International Criminal Court
Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined a diplomatic push against the International Criminal Court on Monday. The effort includes potential sanctions and pressure on member states to withdraw.
cnbc.compolitics7 hrs ago
MP Patrick Spencer on Trial for Alleged Sexual Assault of Two Women at Groucho Club
Patrick Spencer, MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, is on trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of sexually assaulting two women at a London members' club in August 2023. He has denied the charges.
en.globes.co.ilpolitics7 hrs ago
Shin Bet Chief Supports Registration of Previously Disqualified Party After Review
David Zini told Israel's Supreme Court on Monday that he backs allowing a previously barred Kahanist party to register for Knesset elections. The statement diverges from prior Shin Bet assessments and other security officials. Haaretz reported the development.
Forbesbusiness7 hrs ago
Warren Asks Dimon About Epstein Ties and 2009 UK Bankers’ Tax Call
Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon last week asking about his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. The Senate Banking Committee published the letter Monday after the Financial Times reported the outreach Sunday.
news.sky.compolitics9 hrs ago
Russian police detain opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin after he was barred from presidential and parliamentary ballots
Boris Nadezhdin was detained Monday morning in Dolgoprudny after announcing a run for September parliamentary elections. The BBC reported he had been labeled a foreign agent the prior week.
cnbc.compolitics10 hrs ago
President Trump Shares Video Calling for Deportation of New York Mayor Mamdani
President Trump on Sunday shared a 49-minute video posted July 4 by Michael Savage that names New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for deportation. The video equates democratic socialist candidates with communists and urges their criminalization.
Al Jazeeraworld2 hrs agoUpdated
UK Police Rearrest Man on Terrorism Suspicion in Ann Widdecombe Death
A 28-year-old man from Rotherham was rearrested on suspicion of terrorism offenses in the killing of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood told Parliament the death is being treated as a terrorist act.
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Rapplerpolitics11 hrs ago
NBI Director Testifies No Validated Information Found on Alleged Duterte Assassin
Jeremy Lotoc, the second prosecution witness in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, said investigators found no evidence identifying a supposed hitman. He maintained the November 2024 threat remarks remained serious regardless of that absence.
gellerreport.compolitics11 hrs ago
Trump Says Voters Must Choose Between Communism and Patriotism at July 4 Event
President Donald Trump used anti-communist rhetoric during his Independence Day address and other recent events. The comments followed democratic socialist-backed primary wins in New York. Time reported the pattern of attacks heading into the November midterms.
Fox Newsworld11 hrs ago
Graham Platner Withdraws from Maine Senate Race
Graham Platner ended his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine on Friday after two former partners accused him of sexual misconduct. He won the Democratic primary last month and had led polls against Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
nypost.comworld11 hrs ago
Iranian Authorities Place Former President Ahmadinejad Under House Arrest
Iranian authorities detained former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad after discovering contacts with Israel. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence arm carried out the detention.
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Yonhapworld12 hrs ago
Seoul Court Denies Bail to Former Yoon Chief of Staff, Citing Evidence Concerns
The Seoul Central District Court rejected bail for Kim Dae-ki on July 13, 2026, in a case involving alleged diversion of 2 billion won for presidential residence renovations. Yonhap reported the decision cited risks of evidence destruction.
uctoday.comworld13 hrs ago
Fourteen Suspects Arraigned After Weekend Clashes in Kisumu and Nyahururu
AllAfrica reported that fourteen suspects appeared in court Monday after clashes in two Kenyan towns killed two people and injured several others. Police charged the suspects with offences tied to the unrest and pledged to maintain order.
vanguardngr.comworld13 hrs ago
Former Nigerian Minister Uche Nnaji Appears in Court for Forgery Arraignment
Uche Nnaji, Nigeria's former minister of innovation, science and technology, reached the Federal High Court in Abuja on the morning of 13 July 2026. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission plans to arraign him on charges of forgery and false statem…
The Independentpolitics13 hrs ago
Ann Widdecombe Found Dead at Dartmoor Home, Man Arrested on Murder Charge
The former Conservative MP was discovered with serious injuries at her Haytor residence on Thursday. Police arrested a 28-year-old man in Rotherham two days later.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics13 hrs ago
Maine Democrats Tell Senate Leader to Stay Out of Primary
State party members are urging the top Senate Democrat to avoid involvement in the race to replace Graham Platner. Candidates have also criticized his leadership in Washington.
The Guardianworld14 hrs ago
UK Home Secretary to Outline Deportation Law Changes for Convicted Offender
Shabana Mahmood will address MPs on amending the Immigration Act 1971 to allow removal of Shabir Ahmed. The plans coincide with parliamentary debate on an immigration bill and a security statement after the murder of Ann Widdecombe.
Euronewspolitics14 hrs ago
Azerbaijan Considers Full Withdrawal From Council of Europe, Aliyev Says
President Ilham Aliyev stated on Monday that Azerbaijan is considering leaving the 46-member organisation. The remarks followed the 2024 suspension of Azerbaijan's voting rights in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe.
France 24world11 hrs agoUpdated
South Korean Court Sentences Former President Yoon to Two Years, Appeal Possible
The Seoul Central District Court on Monday sentenced former President Yoon Suk-yeol to two years in prison for violating political funding laws. The ruling concerns 14 rounds of free opinion polling services valued at 270 million won.
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channel4.comworld15 hrs ago
Home Secretary to Outline Legal Steps to Deport Released Rochdale Offender
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will detail measures Monday to remove Shabir Ahmed, convicted in 2012 of child sexual offences. Ahmed was released earlier this month but remains exempt from deportation under a 1971 law.
news.sky.compolitics16 hrs ago
Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa Signs Law Extending His Term to 2030 After Pledging to Step Down in 2028
President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed the Constitutional Amendment Act Number 3 into law, allowing him to remain in office until at least 2030. The 83-year-old leader said parliament made the correct decision in a collective process.
Yonhapworld16 hrs ago
Special Counsel Summons Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee Over 2022 Residence Relocation
A special counsel team investigating alleged irregularities in the 2022 presidential residence move has summoned former first lady Kim Keon Hee for questioning Sunday morning. The probe centers on the selection of interior design company 21 Gram for renovations in Seoul's Yongsan…
riotimesonline.comfinance16 hrs ago
President Ruto Tells Kitui Audience Development Will Reach Areas That Did Not Vote for Him
President William Ruto spoke at a Sunday service in Kitui Town on 13 July 2026, assuring that no region would be marginalized. He outlined investments in dams, housing, education and healthcare funded partly by the National Infrastructure Fund.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics16 hrs ago
Hungary Parliament Votes 139-6 to Remove President Tamas Sulyok
Hungary's parliament approved a constitutional amendment removing President Tamas Sulyok from office. The measure also adds judicial reforms and term limits for lawmakers.
South China Morning Postworld16 hrs ago
Malaysian Federal Court Upholds Acquittal of Former Youth Minister in 2-1 Ruling
Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman walked free after a 2-1 ruling dismissed the final appeal. The decision ended a six-year legal battle over funds from a political youth wing.
Yonhapworld16 hrs ago
Jung Chung-rae Joins Five-Way Race for Democratic Party Leadership, Denies Presidential Ambitions
Jung Chung-rae declared his reelection bid for Democratic Party leader on July 13. He faces four challengers in the August 17 national convention. The winner will oversee candidate nominations for the 2028 parliamentary elections.
jurist.orgpolitics17 hrs ago
Senate impeachment trial of vice president begins July 6
The Senate convened as an impeachment court at 2 pm on Monday, July 6. Proceedings are scheduled three days a week through at least July 28.
South China Morning Postpolitics17 hrs ago
Kim Jong-un Holds Joint Meeting on Senior Military Corruption, Denounces Former General
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un convened a joint party, state and military meeting on 10 July 2026 to address corruption among senior officials. He publicly denounced former major general Pak Hui-chol over a four-year scheme involving bribes and embezzlement.
Yonhapworld23 hrs ago
Seoul court to rule on charges against former President Yoon Suk Yeol over free opinion polls
A Seoul district court is scheduled to deliver its verdict Monday for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of accepting illegal donations in the form of free opinion polls. The hearing at 2 p.m. also covers co-defendant Myung Tae-kyun.
cnbc.comfinance1 hr agoUpdated
Sen. Mitch McConnell Says June 14 Fall Caused Hospitalization
The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican disclosed that a fall on June 14 led to his hospitalization and brief loss of consciousness. He is now in a rehabilitation center after tests ruled out major injuries.
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abcnews.go.comworld1 day ago
Bangkok Pub Fire Kills 27, US and Iran Exchange Strikes, One Nation Support Falls to Coalition
The Sydney Morning Herald reported multiple developments on July 13 including a deadly Bangkok fire, US-Iran missile exchanges, a poll shift for One Nation, and Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon win. Separate items covered a Victorian project manager conflict and secrecy over an NSW bure…
thoughtcatalog.compolitics1 day ago
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies After Kyiv Visit and Sanctions Push
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died over the weekend following a trip to Kyiv at the end of last week. The Atlantic reported on his decade of support for Ukraine and a sanctions bill still pending in Congress.
msnbc.compolitics1 day ago
Trump Tells Rep. Norman He Needs a Week Before Deciding on Endorsement for Graham Senate Seat
Rep. Ralph Norman spoke with President Trump on Sunday about a potential endorsement in the special primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Trump responded by asking for a week to decide.
The Independentpolitics1 day ago
Convicted Navy Contractor 'Fat Leonard' Seeks Pardon From President Trump
Leonard Glenn Francis, known as 'Fat Leonard,' is seeking a pardon after his November 2024 sentencing to 180 months in prison for defrauding the U.S. Navy of millions. The Independent reported details of his 2022 escape and ongoing health issues.
Los Angeles Timespolitics1 day agoUpdated
Macron Inaugurates Dreyfus Statue in Paris on Exoneration Anniversary
French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a statue of Alfred Dreyfus outside the Palace of Justice on July 12, 2026. The event marked 120 years since the captain's exoneration and included a new national commemoration day.
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Euronewspolitics1 day agoUpdated
Israel's Parliament Schedules National Elections for October 27
The Knesset will end its term on July 17 without a dissolution law. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared he will run again.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports13 hrs agoUpdated
Spain Former PM Says French Team Has No French Players Ahead of Semifinal
Mariano Rajoy made the claim in an opinion piece published Sunday. Spain faces France in a World Cup semifinal on Tuesday.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics1 day ago
Appeals Court Upholds Order Removing Trump's Name from Kennedy Center but Leaves Renovation Dispute Unresolved
A federal appeals court on July 8 denied President Trump's bid to pause a lower court order directing removal of his name from the Kennedy Center. The unsigned ruling noted the name had already been taken down and found no evidence of irreparable harm to the institution.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics1 day ago
Veterans Sue to Block 250-Foot Arch Near Arlington Cemetery
Three veterans including Shaun Byrnes filed suit against the Trump administration to block the arch. The 250-foot structure would stand in a traffic circle at the base of Arlington National Cemetery.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Hillsborough Law Bill Advances in Commons After Intelligence Services Duty of Candour Amendment
The Public Office (Accountability) Bill is expected to pass the House of Commons on Tuesday and become law by autumn 2026. A new amendment removes any exemption for intelligence services under the proposed duty of candour.
ramirezcobos.compolitics11 hrs agoUpdated
Syria's transitional parliament opens first session with 206 of 210 members, Sweida seats unfilled
Syria's transitional parliament convened its first session on Sunday with 206 members present. The 210-seat body will draft a new constitution under a 30-month mandate. President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed 70 members.
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Euronewspolitics23 hrs agoUpdated
Zelensky Proposes Replacing Prime Minister and Security Chiefs in Ukrainian Government Reshuffle
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a major government reshuffle on July 12, 2025. The changes include the proposed replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and heads of some law enforcement agencies.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics1 day ago
Andy Burnham to Become UK Prime Minister on July 20
Miatta Fahnbulleh, an adviser to Andy Burnham, said she expects people at the bottom to have more money in their pockets under his government. Burnham is expected to be declared Labour leader next week before assuming the role.
abcnews.go.comworld1 day ago
Lindsey Graham pronounced dead after CPR at home
Emergency services forced entry into Lindsey Graham's home after receiving no answer at the door. Responders administered CPR before he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
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politics1 day ago
Democratic Candidate Poindexter Highlights Working-Class Background in Ohio House Race
Brian Poindexter, a 46-year-old union ironworker, is running to flip a Republican congressional seat in Ohio. The Atlantic reported that he and other Democratic candidates are highlighting working-class male backgrounds to appeal to voters.
al-monitor.compolitics22 hrs agoUpdated
Iraqi Prime Minister to Visit Washington for Oil and Gas Deals and Security Talks
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will travel to Washington on Monday to sign several memorandums of understanding in the oil and gas sector. The visit follows a U.S. invitation and will also address steps to strengthen Iraq's armed forces.
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Independent Seth Bodnar Enters Montana Senate Race, Trails Republican Nominee in Polls
Former University of Montana president Seth Bodnar is campaigning as an independent against Republican Kurt Alme and Democrat Alani Bankhead. Recent polls show Alme leading while Bodnar holds a fundraising edge and cross-party endorsements.
app.buzzsumo.comai1 day ago
AI Platforms Train Bots to Hold Personalized Political Text Conversations with Voters
Npr reported that AI tools are enabling campaigns to deploy bots that mimic candidates in text messages and gather voter data. Several companies described their systems as scalable volunteers that answer questions on issues like education and taxes. Experts noted faster adoption…
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
Mick Jagger Says Concerts Should Focus on Entertainment, Not Politics
Mick Jagger stated during a New York Times podcast interview that performers should focus on giving audiences the best time possible rather than delivering political messages. His comments followed questions about Bruce Springsteen's repeated criticisms of President Trump on tour…
rigzone.comworld1 day ago
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Oversees Venezuela Revenue Distribution Under Treasury Sanctions Framework
The New York Times reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio has exercised control over Venezuela's finances and government operations since January. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez depends on U.S.-controlled funds for payments and currency support.
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