Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has emerged as a political rival to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling for wartime elections that immediately triggered intense backlash across the political spectrum over risks of national disunity.
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's former defense minister, calls for wartime elections, posing a direct political challenge to President Zelenskyy amid a wartime governance crisis.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, marking a significant challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Simultaneously, anti-corruption agencies are investigating high-level officials, while drone attacks continue in both Ukraine and Russia.
Former Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, arguing for the restoration of democracy. His demand follows his recent dismissal and ongoing protests, creating a significant political challenge for President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Florida's primary elections featured major upsets, including progressive state lawmaker Angie Nixon defeating Alexander Vindman in the Senate primary. Meanwhile, Trump-backed Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for governor.
Akhilesh Yadav expands his PDA (Pichde, Dalits, Alpsankhyaks) coalition by redefining 'PD' to include 'Pandits' (Brahmins), aiming to counter BJP's Dalit outreach and Mayawati's BSP, ahead of 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections.
Voters in Alaska, Florida, and California participate in primary elections Tuesday, shaping the field for November's midterm contests. Key races include Senate and House primaries influenced by redistricting, ranked-choice voting, and internal party ideological battles.
Florida voters participate in primary elections to select candidates for state and federal offices. The contests feature new congressional maps, high-profile challenges to incumbents, and internal party battles over ideology and endorsements.
Russia's Supreme Court barred anti-war party Yabloko from upcoming Duma elections, as a Pskov court sentenced deputy chair Lev Shlosberg to 11 years in prison for calling for a ceasefire.
The ABC's Planet America faces backlash from Australian conservatives for featuring left-wing US commentator Hasan Piker, despite his significant influence in the 2026 US election.
Alaskans head to a non-partisan primary featuring incumbent Republican US Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola, whose competitive race is targeting a key Senate seat to influence control of Congress.
President Trump's approach to governance contrasts with historical norms by routinely deflecting blame onto predecessors and external factors rather than accepting presidential accountability for economic and political challenges.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have mended ties following a prior falling out, with Musk planning a significant financial contribution to support Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
With November midterms approaching, cannabis reform takes center stage as states vote on ballot measures, federal rescheduling sparks debate, and candidates clash over legalization.
José Mourinho has returned as Real Madrid manager 15 years after his first spell, tasked with overcoming Barcelona as La Liga welcomes high-profile signings and managerial changes ahead of the new campaign.
100 days after Reform UK's landslide in Barnsley's local elections, political shifts and Andy Burnham's new premiership show early signs of voters returning to Labour ahead of a local byelection.
The US is planning unprecedented economic measures against Iran to force capitulation after six months of war. President Trump stated he does not care about midterm election timing, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced historic economic isolation steps are coming next week.
Voting has closed in the Clacton byelection, with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage expected to secure a decisive victory against a record field of 33 opponents after all main parties declined to stand candidates.
Serbian politician Aleksandar Vulin urged President Aleksandar Vucic not to step down or hold snap parliamentary elections before conducting a referendum on EU accession.
The Oceania Football Confederation has backed Fifa president Gianni Infantino, highlighting world football divisions. Meanwhile, New Zealand broke ranks to withdraw support and demand an independent review of the Fifa Forward Enterprise plan.
CAF chief Patrice Motsepe defends embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino, stating his future must be decided by elections next March rather than immediate resignation, as Ireland withdraws support following a botched World Cup stake-sale plan.
Recent Democratic primaries in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin reveal deep intraparty divides between progressive outsiders and establishment candidates, raising concerns about coalition-building ahead of the general election.
With Mayawati and the Bahujan Samaj Party losing ground in Uttar Pradesh, major political parties including the BJP, Samajwadi Party, and Congress are intensifying efforts to secure the Dalit vote bank ahead of the 2027 assembly elections.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of the month to spend time with her family, US President Donald Trump announced.
