The UK's Online Safety Bill has passed Parliament, aiming to protect children online by restricting their ability to interact with strangers in online games and going further than any other country in its regulations.
Tasmanian Racing Minister Jane Howlett is under pressure to resign after evidence suggested her office knew about Tasracing messaging that breached election guidelines. A consultant testified that Howlett's senior adviser was aware of the messaging before it was sent, contradicting statutory declarations. Opposition parties are demanding her resignation, drawing parallels to a former minister's departure over legal fees.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards will use her private member's bill to reintroduce the assisted dying legislation to the Commons after it was blocked by the House of Lords. The move aims to give supporters a chance to use the Parliament Act to bypass the Lords if it is blocked again, ensuring a final decision on end-of-life choice.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards will use her private member's bill to bring the assisted dying bill back to the Commons after it was blocked by the House of Lords. The move aims to give Parliament another chance to decide on the issue, potentially using the Parliament Acts to bypass the Lords if necessary.
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.
Major Australian business groups are jointly calling on the government to reject proposed changes to capital gains tax, arguing they will discourage investment and harm businesses of all sizes. The reforms, described as the biggest tax shake-up in 25 years, are facing a parliamentary inquiry.
Armenia's Central Electoral Commission announced final results: PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party won with 49.75%, followed by Strong Armenia (23.27%) and Armenia bloc (9.92%). Prosperous Armenia failed to pass the 4% threshold.
Thousands of British Kashmiris protested outside the UK Parliament, alleging human rights violations and excessive force by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). They called for international intervention and accountability for civilian deaths and injuries amid ongoing unrest.
Dissident Trinamool Congress MPs announced a merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party, seeking recognition as a separate group in Parliament. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction urged the Lok Sabha Speaker not to recognize the split, citing anti-defection laws, while legal experts criticized the move.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that Israel's air attacks on Lebanon could jeopardize negotiations between Iran and the US. He criticized the US for allegedly enabling Israel's actions, questioning its commitment and ability to uphold agreements.
Thousands protested in Rome for stricter migration controls, supporting a bill offering incentives for foreigners to leave Italy. A rival pro-migrant rally also took place. The marches coincided with the EU's new Migration and Asylum Pact entering force.
Western Australia is introducing legislation to establish a nine-person Judicial Commission to investigate complaints against judges and magistrates, including bullying, harassment, and inappropriate comments. The independent body aims to enhance transparency and confidence in the judicial system, aligning WA with other states.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will resign from politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator's departure is a blow to the struggling Coalition, which faces low popularity and potential electoral defeat.
Rome saw tens of thousands rally for opposing anti- and pro-migration demonstrations. Right-wing groups marched for a "Remigration" bill, with some using fascist salutes, while left-wing groups and unions held a counter-protest. Police maintained order amid the large gatherings.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will quit federal politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator, serving as shadow home affairs minister, acknowledged the timing is difficult for the struggling Coalition.
KPMG faces a major scandal involving allegations of misuse of confidential client documents by senior partners. A whistleblower's claims have triggered internal and external investigations, led to resignations and demotions, and prompted a formal probe by corporate watchdog ASIC. A parliamentary hearing is scheduled to scrutinize the firm's dealings.
Over 100 UK lawmakers have urged the government to cancel an Israeli real estate event in London, citing its promotion of land sales in illegal West Bank settlements. Organizers deny these claims, stating properties are within the Green Line, but event details mentioning settlements have been removed.
Turkey's Justice Minister criticized the European Parliament's annual report on Turkey, calling it a political document used to attack the judiciary and interfere in the country's affairs. He asserted that Turkey's judicial system operates independently within its constitution and laws.
A Turkish official, Gürlek, criticized the European Parliament for what he described as attempts to distort ongoing judicial processes and conduct political campaigns based on ongoing investigations. He stated that EP reports are merely political recommendations and targeting Turkey's judiciary is an futile effort against national will and sovereignty.
Avrupa Parlamentosu'nun Türkiye raporunda Adalet Bakanı Akın Gürlek'e yaptırım önerisi yer alması üzerine Bakan Gürlek, "Bu metinler üzerinden Türkiye Cumhuriyeti’nin yargı kurumlarını hedef almak, milli iradeye ve devletimizin egemenlik haklarına yönelmiş beyhude bir çabadır" dedi. Yeşiller Grubu'ndan Vladimir Prebilic ise Gürlek'i siyasi yargılamaların baş aktörü olarak gördüklerini belirtti.
Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek criticized the European Parliament for what he called politically motivated campaigns against the Turkish judiciary. He stated that Turkish courts make decisions based on the constitution and laws, and that EP reports are merely political recommendations. Gürlek also pointed to transparency and ethics discussions surrounding some MEPs.
Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek criticized the European Parliament, calling its reports on ongoing judicial processes politically motivated and aimed at undermining the Turkish judiciary. He stated that Turkish courts make decisions based on the constitution and laws, and that such external pressures will not deter Turkey's fight against terrorism, organized crime, and corruption.
Turkish Justice Minister Bekir Bozdağ criticized the European Parliament's draft report, which reportedly suggests sanctioning him. Bozdağ called the report a "futile effort" targeting Turkey's judiciary and sovereign rights, emphasizing that Turkish courts make decisions based on the constitution and laws.
A draft amendment to the digital euro regulation suggests that individuals targeted by unilateral sanctions from third countries, not recognized by the EU, could still access digital euro payment services. This aims to prevent situations where EU citizens are cut off from financial systems due to non-EU imposed sanctions.
