Pete Buttigieg, former US transport secretary, was victim of a hoax call alleging he posed a danger to his 4-year-old twins, leading to a night-long separation after police investigation found no evidence, deeming it politically motivated.
Tamil Nadu minister D. Sarathkumar denied drug use allegations after a two-year-old video resurfaced showing him arranging a powder-like substance on a mobile phone. He stated he was crushing a tablet for his daughter and called the allegations baseless and politically motivated.
Tamil Nadu minister D. Sarathkumar denied drug use allegations after a two-year-old video resurfaced showing him arranging a powder-like substance on a mobile phone. He claims it was a tablet for his daughter and the allegations are politically motivated.
Begoña Gómez, wife of Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez, will stand trial on corruption charges including embezzlement and influence peddling. A judge has ordered her to surrender her passport and report to court monthly, barring her from leaving Spain.
A Polish artist, known for provocative caricatures of Russian political figures, was fatally shot three times in Warsaw on Monday. Polish authorities offered the artist protection, which he declined. Two Belarusian citizens were arrested but released, and an investigation is ongoing. The incident risks increasing tensions between Poland and Russia.
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Trump of directing the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, calling it a "politically motivated" probe. Newsom believes the investigation is an attempt to find a crime and is linked to his potential 2028 presidential run.
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused the Justice Department of a politically motivated investigation targeting him and his wife, alleging Donald Trump is retaliating due to Newsom's presidential aspirations and criticism. Federal agents have reportedly questioned friends and former employees, seeking records related to increasingly personal matters.
California Governor Gavin Newsom claims the US Department of Justice is investigating people close to him due to his political opposition to Donald Trump. Newsom alleges federal agents are seeking to find 'one' crime, not because they've found one, and suggests the probes are linked to his potential 2028 presidential run.
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of directing the Justice Department to conduct politically motivated investigations into him and his wife. Newsom stated federal agents are seeking records from his friends and former employees, asserting Trump is targeting him due to his potential presidential run and criticism of the president's actions.
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced on X that he and his wife are under investigation by the US Department of Justice, which he claims is politically motivated by Donald Trump due to his potential 2028 presidential run. The DOJ has not confirmed the investigation.
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of directing the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife for political reasons, alleging agents are trying to find a crime rather than having found one.
Baidyanath Ghosh Dastidar, son of TMC rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, announced he will return gifts from Mamata Banerjee, including a gold necklace and traditional attire, citing personal conscience and legal action over alleged defamatory remarks. The move sparked social media trolling and criticism from party seniors.
Mexico's World Cup opener was marred by violent clashes outside Azteca Stadium as ticketless fans and protesters attempted to breach security, leading to dozens of arrests and injuries among police.
The UN nuclear watchdog's governing board passed a US-backed resolution demanding Iran provide complete information on its enriched uranium stocks and grant inspectors access. Iran condemned the resolution, calling it "counterproductive" and warning it could hinder peace talks amid escalating US-Iran strikes.
Politically motivated crimes in Germany hit a record 85,837 cases last year, more than double the number from a decade ago. Right-wing extremism accounts for nearly half, with a significant rise in violent offenses. Left-wing extremism also saw a substantial increase, particularly in property damage and violence against police.
Republican senators are set to discuss a controversial $1.776 billion settlement fund after a court order temporarily blocked it. The fund, linked to a lawsuit over Trump's tax returns, has divided the party and stalled immigration enforcement funding.
Twitch streamer HasanAbi announced his UK visa was revoked, preventing him from attending planned events. He criticized the decision, linking it to Israeli influence and broader political trends towards fascism.
Mozambique is experiencing a surge in political violence, with opposition figures, particularly from the ANAMOLA party, being targeted and killed. Critics accuse the ruling FRELIMO party and state security forces of complicity, while the government claims isolated incidents are being handled by the judiciary.
Mozambique is experiencing a surge in political violence targeting opposition figures, particularly members of the ANAMOLA party. Two ANAMOLA members were recently shot and killed, fueling accusations that the government is complicit in suppressing dissent and creating a "criminal state."
Thousands protested in Ankara against the court-ordered removal of Ozgur Ozel as CHP leader, citing political motivation to weaken opposition ahead of 2028 elections.
Former Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha, sentenced to 27 years for treason, has been pardoned. The decision, announced by ex-PM Hun Sen, is seen by rights groups as a partial reversal of injustice, though Sokha remains banned from politics and leaving the country.
Congress leader Rashid Alvi criticized the Centre's order for the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its premises, alleging it's linked to Rahul Gandhi's membership. The government cited urgent public purpose and national interest for the eviction.
Thousands marched in Madrid demanding PM Pedro Sanchez's resignation amid corruption scandals involving his entourage. Organizers claimed 120,000 attendees, while police estimated 40,000. Three arrests were made, and seven officers sustained minor injuries.
In Lower Saxony, politically motivated crimes remain at a high level, with 8,309 registered offenses in 2025, only slightly down from 8,312 in 2024. Interior Minister Daniela Behrens warned of increasing radicalization and violence in political discourse, identifying the far-right as the primary threat. While right-wing motivated offenses decreased by 7% to 3,758 cases, they still constitute nearly half of all politically motivated crimes. Left-wing motivated offenses saw a significant 30% increase to 1,598 cases, the highest since 2001. The Bundestag election in 2025 contributed significantly to the overall numbers.
