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Politik·9.7.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Ex-TMC Leaders Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Prakash Chik Baraik Named BJP Candidates for Rajya Sabha Bypolls

Hours after joining the BJP, former TMC leaders Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik were named as BJP candidates for upcoming Rajya Sabha bypolls. The trio resigned from the Rajya Sabha and TMC last month, citing political and personal reasons, and their induction is seen as a move to strengthen BJP's presence in West Bengal amid TMC's internal crisis.

Times of India

2 Min. Lesezeit

Ed Miliband's North Sea Stance Poses Early Test for Potential Burnham Leadership

In Entwicklung

Politik·19.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Ed Miliband's North Sea Stance Poses Early Test for Potential Burnham Leadership

Ed Miliband's firm stance on North Sea oil and gas exploration could create early friction with potential leader Andy Burnham, who has a more open mind on the issue. Union leaders are warning Labour that its current policies are alienating oil and gas workers.

Politico EU

5 Min. Lesezeit

Ruling party leader urges PM, opposition leader to discuss by-elections and special counsel

Dringend

Politik·13.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Ruling party leader urges PM, opposition leader to discuss by-elections and special counsel

Ruling party leader Jang Dong-hyuk urged Prime Minister Kim Min-seok and opposition leader Chung Jin-suk to meet and discuss nationwide by-elections and a special counsel investigation into alleged ballot shortages and errors in the recent local elections. Jang criticized the National Election Commission's handling of the situation, citing numerous instances of tied votes and vote omissions.

4.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Busan voters show strategic voting patterns in local and by-elections

Busan's recent local and by-elections reveal a shift from "line voting" to "strategic voting" (cross-voting). Voters supported the ruling party for mayor but chose opposition candidates for local government and council seats, indicating a desire for checks and balances.

Politik·3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

4 areas see split party wins in local elections and by-elections

In South Korea's recent local elections and parliamentary by-elections, four regions saw a divergence in party affiliations between newly elected provincial governors and National Assembly members, indicating a trend of split-ticket voting.

3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

9th National Simultaneous Local Elections: Provisional voter turnout for National Assembly by-elections reaches 60.9%

The provisional voter turnout for the National Assembly by-elections held concurrently with the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections was 60.9%. Out of 2.26 million eligible voters across 14 constituencies, 1.38 million participated. Busan's Buk-gu (North) recorded the highest turnout at 70.6%.

Politik·3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

South Korean By-Elections See Tight Races in Busan and Pyeongtaek

Exit polls for South Korea's National Assembly by-elections show extremely close contests in Busan Buk-gap and Pyeongtaek-eul. In Busan, the Democratic Party's Ha Jeong-woo is narrowly ahead of independent Han Dong-hoon. Pyeongtaek-eul features a three-way race between Cho Kuk of the Cho Kuk Innovation Party, Yoo Eui-dong of the People Power Party, and Kim Yong-nam of the Democratic Party.

Politik·3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

South Korea's 9th Local Elections and By-elections Begin

South Korea's 9th local elections and by-elections commenced on June 3rd, with approximately 44.65 million voters eligible. The elections will determine heads of local governments and education superintendents, alongside 14 National Assembly seats. Early voting saw a record turnout of 23.51%.

Politik·3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

South Korea Holds 9th Local Elections and By-elections

South Korea's 9th local elections and by-elections for parliamentary seats commenced today, June 3rd, at 14,288 polling stations nationwide. This marks the first nationwide election since President Lee Jae-myung took office in 2025 and is seen as a key indicator of future political trends.

Politik·3.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and National Assembly By-elections Held

South Korea is holding the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and National Assembly By-elections today, June 1, 2026. Vote counting is expected to begin after polls close at 6 PM, with preliminary results anticipated around midnight and final outcomes by early morning June 2.

Politik·2.6.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

South Korea Holds Simultaneous Local Elections and By-elections

South Korea is holding its 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and parliamentary by-elections today, with over 14,000 polling stations open. Voters will elect 4,227 local officials and 14 members of the National Assembly. Results are expected to begin emerging around midnight, with close races potentially decided by early morning.

Politik·25.5.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Three AIADMK MLAs Resign, Join Ruling TVK Amid 'Horse-Trading' Allegations

Three AIADMK MLAs resigned from the Tamil Nadu Assembly and joined the ruling TVK party, sparking accusations of 'horse-trading' from DMK and AIADMK leaders. Speaker JCD Prabhakar accepted the resignations, reducing AIADMK's strength and necessitating by-elections.

Times of India

3 Min. Lesezeit

Intra-party conflicts intensify ahead of local elections and by-elections

Dringend

Politik·24.5.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Intra-party conflicts intensify ahead of local elections and by-elections

As the June 3 local elections and parliamentary by-elections approach, internal conflicts within both progressive and conservative camps are escalating. Candidates are engaging in heated exchanges and personal attacks, particularly in key races like the Jeonbuk gubernatorial election and the Pyeongtaek-eul parliamentary by-election, complicating campaign strategies and raising the possibility of unexpected outcomes.

Politik·18.5.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Official Campaigning for June 3 Local, By-Elections to Begin Thursday

Official campaigning for South Korea's June 3 local elections and parliamentary by-elections begins Thursday. 7,829 candidates are running, with 14 National Assembly seats also contested, drawing attention to potential presidential contenders Han Dong-hoon and Cho Kuk.

Yonhap News

2 Min. Lesezeit

Candidate Registration Opens for South Korea's Local Elections and Parliamentary By-Elections

Politik

14.5.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Candidate Registration Opens for South Korea's Local Elections and Parliamentary By-Elections

South Korea's local elections and parliamentary by-elections, a test of President Lee Jae Myung's popularity, have begun candidate registration. Key races include Seoul, Daegu, and Busan mayoral contests and 14 National Assembly seats.

(News Focus) Upcoming local elections, parliamentary by-elections seen as key litmus test for Lee administration

SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- With less than a month remaining until the June 3 local...

Yonhap News

DP picks ex-presidential AI chief, spokesperson as candidates in June by-elections

NACHRICHT

30.4.2026

DP picks ex-presidential AI chief, spokesperson as candidates in June by-elections

SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party (DP) on Thursday nominat...

Yonhap News

President Lee Jae Myung Approves Resignations of Two Senior Officials for By-Elections

Politik

28.4.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

President Lee Jae Myung Approves Resignations of Two Senior Officials for By-Elections

President Lee Jae Myung has accepted the resignations of two senior officials, Ha Jung-woo and Jeon Eun-soo, who are expected to run in the upcoming June 3 parliamentary by-elections on the Democratic Party ticket.

Yonhap News

1 Min. Lesezeit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney eyes parliamentary majority in upcoming by-elections

In Entwicklung

Politik·13.4.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney eyes parliamentary majority in upcoming by-elections

Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party aims to secure a majority in the House of Commons through three upcoming by-elections. The potential shift follows a series of opposition defections and a strategic pivot toward more conservative policies under Carney's leadership.

BBC World

3 Min. Lesezeit