Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree setting the State Duma elections for September 20. This marks the first time residents of Donbass and Novorossiya will participate in parliamentary elections. Over 2,200 elections at various levels are scheduled for the same day.
Sweden's parliament has approved new laws allowing residency permits to be revoked for "bad behaviour" and requiring public sector workers to report undocumented individuals. Critics decry the measures as arbitrary and harmful to human rights.
DMK's Murasoli criticized Rahul Gandhi, citing his 'political immaturity' and 'dishonesty' for Congress facing criticism from INDIA bloc allies. The editorial accused Congress of undermining partners while seeking support, referencing betrayal in Tamil Nadu and dissatisfaction from leaders like Akhilesh Yadav.
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.
Diplomatic tensions rise as Russia meets with Western envoys, Iran and US exchange threats over Strait of Hormuz, and Ukraine conflict continues with drone attacks and military updates. Global powers navigate complex geopolitical landscape.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov highlights numerous election irregularities in Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections, citing reports of carousel voting and ballot removal, as Nikol Pashinyan's party leads with 49.8% of the vote.
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Nikol Pashinyan, leads parliamentary elections with 49.44% of the vote, below the 50% threshold to form a government alone, based on 74.4% of polling stations reported.
Kosovo holds extraordinary parliamentary elections with 900+ candidates for 120 seats, prompted by a political crisis after failing to elect a new president post-Vjosa Osmani's term expiration.
Armenia holds parliamentary elections on June 7, with PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party facing main rival Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia bloc amid strong societal polarization.
Ethiopia's June 1 parliamentary election, deemed 'generally peaceful' by observers, saw voting suspended in over 140 constituencies due to insecurity, particularly in populous regions like Amhara, Oromia, and Tigray. Despite mixed reactions from political parties, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party is predicted to secure a landslide victory, with analysts citing weak opposition. The election's outcome may impact the country's path toward stability and democratic progress.
The EU is offering Armenia a €50 million support package to counter Russian economic pressure, ahead of Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections, where PM Nikol Pashinyan's party seeks re-election amid balancing EU and Russian ties.
Russia's position on Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections remains unchanged, stated Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova. President Putin emphasized that internal political tensions in Armenia should not harm Moscow-Yerevan relations and noted Russia would halt integration work if Armenia leaves the EAEU.
President Putin has warned Armenia against pursuing EU membership, threatening to cut off cheap Russian oil and gas supplies. This warning comes as Armenia, a long-term Russian ally, strengthens ties with the West, signing a partnership with the US and passing a law to join the EU. Russia views this as a Western effort to diminish its influence in the region.
Malta elects a new Parliament with PM Robert Abela's Labour Party leading polls, focusing on economic stability amid energy bill debates exacerbated by the Middle East crisis.
ABD Başkanı Donald Trump, sosyal medya paylaşımında Ermenistan Başbakanı Nikol Paşinyan’ı övdü ve 7 Haziran’daki parlamento seçimlerinde kendisini destekleyeceğini açıkladı. Trump ayrıca ABD ile Ermenistan arasında bölgesel enerji ve ulaştırma boyutu taşıyan yeni bir girişime işaret etti.
Six political parties secured seats in Cyprus' parliament following Sunday's elections. The Democratic Rally (DISY) and Progressive Party of Working People (AKEL) emerged as the largest parties, but no single party achieved a majority in the House of Representatives.
Cyprus held parliamentary elections Sunday, with initial results showing far-right ELAM gaining significant ground and centrist parties supporting President Christodoulides suffering losses. The vote is a key indicator for the 2028 presidential race, influenced by public frustration over corruption and cost of living.
Cyprus is holding parliamentary elections with over 569,000 eligible voters choosing 56 lawmakers from 17 parties. The vote is seen as a test of public sentiment amid frustration over corruption and cost of living, potentially impacting President Christodoulides' governance.
Syria's Higher Election Committee announced the results of parliamentary elections in Kurdish-majority areas in northeastern Syria, filling nine seats. However, the Druze-majority Sweida province remains excluded from the electoral process due to ongoing tensions and demands for autonomy.
Armenia's Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan stated that Armenia is always interested in preserving and developing normal cooperation with Russia, emphasizing that "non-partnership" benefits neither side. He downplayed the influence of upcoming elections on bilateral relations.
Cyprus prepares for significant parliamentary elections on May 24, expected to reshape its political landscape. Polls indicate a decline for dominant parties DISY and AKEL, a rise for far-right ELAM, and the emergence of new movements like Direct Democracy and ALMA, driven by public frustration over corruption and declining trust.
Latvia faces political upheaval after PM Evika Silina resigned amid a drone incident, exposing coalition fragility and defense doubts. An expert suggests internal factors, not just external interference, drive instability, with a prolonged government crisis possible until October elections.
A wanted member of the overseas opposition group “Hong Kong Parliament” has been arrested in Thailand for overstaying her visa, and is reportedly set to be deported to mainland China. The opposition group said on Friday that Zhang Xinyan, who took part in what it called a parliamentary election and was sworn in as a member last year, was recently arrested in Thailand for overstaying her visa. It was not immediately clear what type of visa Zhang held. In a reply to the South China Morning Post on...
A wanted member of the overseas group “Hong Kong Parliament” has been arrested in Thailand for overstaying her visa and is reportedly set to be deported to mainland China. The organisation said on Friday that Zhang Xinyan, who took part in what it called a parliamentary election and was sworn in as a member last year, was recently arrested in Thailand for overstaying her visa. It was not immediately clear what type of visa Zhang held. In a reply to the South China Morning Post on Saturday, a...
