FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces intense scrutiny and a loss of confidence from UEFA and CONCACAF after abandoning a $4.2-billion proposal to sell World Cup commercial rights. The move, criticized for lack of transparency and due process, has sparked calls for his resignation and could complicate his re-election bid.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer faces internal pressure to resign following Andy Burnham's by-election victory. Many MPs and peers, including Lord Falconer, believe Starmer lacks authority and a leadership challenge is imminent, warning of national "disaster" if the crisis persists.
Trinamool Congress Treasurer Aroop Biswas requests bank to freeze party accounts due to leadership crisis and rebellion, citing risk of unauthorized transactions and disputes over legitimate authority.
Philippines Armed Forces Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. assured the military will stay out of politics despite internal "rumblings" fueled by a Senate leadership crisis. The ongoing dispute has stalled legislation, delayed military promotions, and intensified concerns about partisan groups exploiting divisions.
A little-known British defence minister, Al Carns, is being urged by MPs to consider a bid to replace Keir Starmer amidst a Labour leadership crisis. Supporters see Carns, a former special forces commander, as a fresh face with a compelling backstory to win back voters.
Sir Keir Starmer faces a leadership crisis after resignations and a revolt, with scenarios including his resignation, a leadership contest, or Andy Burnham's potential bid via a by-election.
Analysis of potential scenarios for Labour leadership amid calls for Keir Starmer's resignation, including contests with or without Andy Burnham's involvement.
The surge in UK 10-year gilt yields from 4.2% to 5% since March is largely attributed to the Iran war and higher oil/gas prices, rather than the Labour leadership crisis, despite political uncertainty.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer met Health Secretary Wes Streeting for 17 minutes amid calls for Starmer's resignation. The meeting's outcome is unclear, but Starmer's leadership faces challenges, including a potential no-confidence vote by the SNP and predictions from Labour-supporting unions that he won't lead the party into the next election.
Wes Streeting met Keir Starmer in Downing Street as Labour faces a leadership crisis, with allies of Streeting and resigned ministers calling for Starmer's resignation following poor local election results.
Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, met with Labour leader Keir Starmer at Downing Street as pressure mounts on Starmer to resign following poor local election results, with allies of Streeting and resigned ministers calling for Starmer's departure.
The king's speech will set out the legislative programme for the next year, while Labour leader Keir Starmer meets Wes Streeting, who is considering a leadership challenge.
King Charles III will attend Parliament to deliver the speech outlining the government's agenda.
Buckingham Palace considers whether King Charles III should proceed with the ceremonial state opening of parliament on Wednesday, as UK Labour leader Keir Starmer faces a leadership crisis following local election losses.
King Charles III will attend Parliament to deliver the speech outlining the government's agenda.
Keir Starmer's leadership is under threat as Labour MPs call for his resignation, with some citing his statement to cabinet as a sign of his determination to stay on
Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 campaign is all but over after an emphatic eight-wicket defeat to Chennai Super Kings, leaving them ninth with just two wins from nine matches. Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary questioned the support available to captain Hardik Pandya, while Murali Kartik stated the campaign is '99.999% over' with MI needing to win all five remaining matches to reach 14 points.
Senior Labour MPs are actively plotting to replace Keir Starmer with Andy Burnham after May 7 elections, with allies of the Greater Manchester mayor saying his return to Westminster could happen within weeks. Burnham has been quietly preparing a manifesto including electoral reform and higher defence spending. The mood among Labour MPs is described as 'existential' following damaging headlines over Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting, with projections of heavy losses including over 1,600 seats in England.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a leadership crisis after appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States despite failing security checks. Mandelson, a scandal-tarnished politician and friend of Jeffrey Epstein, has drawn intense criticism. Starmer will address Parliament on Monday to defend his position, while Technology Secretary Liz Kendall has publicly supported his integrity. Top Foreign Office civil servant Olly Robbins resigned on Thursday and is expected to give evidence to the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a leadership crisis after appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States despite security check failures. Senior Cabinet ministers have expressed support for Starmer, with Technology Secretary Liz Kendall defending his integrity. The top civil servant in the Foreign Office, Olly Robbins, resigned on Thursday and is expected to give evidence to the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday.
