Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced early parliamentary elections for October or November, with presidential elections to follow later. Vucic had previously vowed to resign as president after the parliamentary election date was set and promised to help the ruling Serbian Progressive Party win.
A study conducted during Hungary's parliamentary elections by civil liberties group Liberties found that AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini provide inaccurate and inconsistent voting advice. They often failed to recommend the correct party, particularly showing a strong bias against the Tisza party, and included parties not running in the election.
Israel's parliamentary elections for the Knesset are scheduled for October 27, 2026, marking the first time since 1988 that elections will be held on schedule. The current Knesset is expected to complete its full term, avoiding early dissolution. Public opinion polls show Likud leading, but no party is projected to secure a parliamentary majority.
Israel is scheduled to hold parliamentary elections by October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking another term. A new centrist party, Yashar!, is reportedly gaining popularity and has surpassed Netanyahu's Likud party in a recent poll.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has decreed that parliamentary elections will be held on November 28. The elections will include Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza, aiming to bolster democratic foundations and complete the electoral process. Presidential election dates will be announced later.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has called legislative elections for November 28 in the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem, ending a nearly 20-year freeze. This move aims to revive the democratic process following the 2006 election that led to a Fatah-Hamas split and comes amidst international calls for reforms.
The Russian Central Election Commission (CEC) is preparing for "enemy provocations and sabotage" during the upcoming parliamentary vote, with Chairwoman Ella Pamfilova stating readiness to establish a "strong barrier." Russia has invited observers from 12 international organizations and 103 countries for the September 20 State Duma elections, focusing on security in "unfriendly countries" for voting abroad.
Algerians are set to vote in parliamentary elections on Wednesday, but widespread disengagement and mistrust, stemming from the Hirak protest movement and tightening political space, suggest a potentially very low turnout. Controversial candidate disqualifications have further fueled public apathy.
Algerians are voting on July 2 for a new parliament, a test of public engagement and political change since the 2019 Hirak protests. Low turnout is expected, with critics questioning reforms and the continued dominance of established parties despite President Tebboune's "new Algeria" vision.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated he might announce his resignation by early September, with early parliamentary elections potentially occurring within three to four months. He previously indicated stepping down in a few weeks to aid the ruling party in elections.
Gadi Eisenkot's new centrist party, Yashar!, is gaining popularity and challenging Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud ahead of Israeli parliamentary elections. Polls indicate a difficult majority for any camp, with public opinion critical of a recent war involving Iran and the US, which left Israel excluded from ceasefire talks.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree setting the State Duma elections for September 20. This marks the first time residents of Donbass and Novorossiya will participate in parliamentary elections. Over 2,200 elections at various levels are scheduled for the same day.
Sweden's parliament has approved new laws allowing residency permits to be revoked for "bad behaviour" and requiring public sector workers to report undocumented individuals. Critics decry the measures as arbitrary and harmful to human rights.
DMK's Murasoli criticized Rahul Gandhi, citing his 'political immaturity' and 'dishonesty' for Congress facing criticism from INDIA bloc allies. The editorial accused Congress of undermining partners while seeking support, referencing betrayal in Tamil Nadu and dissatisfaction from leaders like Akhilesh Yadav.
Six Armenian opposition groups, including the Armenia and Strong Armenia blocs and four parties, have declared the June 7 parliamentary elections illegitimate. They stated the results cannot form a basis for legitimate authorities and placed full responsibility for further escalation on Nikol Pashinyan's administration.
Diplomatic tensions rise as Russia meets with Western envoys, Iran and US exchange threats over Strait of Hormuz, and Ukraine conflict continues with drone attacks and military updates. Global powers navigate complex geopolitical landscape.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov highlights numerous election irregularities in Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections, citing reports of carousel voting and ballot removal, as Nikol Pashinyan's party leads with 49.8% of the vote.
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Nikol Pashinyan, leads parliamentary elections with 49.44% of the vote, below the 50% threshold to form a government alone, based on 74.4% of polling stations reported.
Armenia holds parliamentary elections on June 7, with PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party facing main rival Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia bloc amid strong societal polarization.
Kosovo holds extraordinary parliamentary elections with 900+ candidates for 120 seats, prompted by a political crisis after failing to elect a new president post-Vjosa Osmani's term expiration.
The EU is offering Armenia a €50 million support package to counter Russian economic pressure, ahead of Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections, where PM Nikol Pashinyan's party seeks re-election amid balancing EU and Russian ties.
Ethiopia's June 1 parliamentary election, deemed 'generally peaceful' by observers, saw voting suspended in over 140 constituencies due to insecurity, particularly in populous regions like Amhara, Oromia, and Tigray. Despite mixed reactions from political parties, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party is predicted to secure a landslide victory, with analysts citing weak opposition. The election's outcome may impact the country's path toward stability and democratic progress.
Russia's position on Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections remains unchanged, stated Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova. President Putin emphasized that internal political tensions in Armenia should not harm Moscow-Yerevan relations and noted Russia would halt integration work if Armenia leaves the EAEU.
President Putin has warned Armenia against pursuing EU membership, threatening to cut off cheap Russian oil and gas supplies. This warning comes as Armenia, a long-term Russian ally, strengthens ties with the West, signing a partnership with the US and passing a law to join the EU. Russia views this as a Western effort to diminish its influence in the region.
