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#south-korea

Strength of South Korea democracy tested as president defies arrest

The arrest of a sitting president in South Korea has exposed significant fractures in its democracy amidst political turmoil.

South Korea's Impeached President Defies Warrant After Hourslong Standoff

South Korea's political crisis escalates as impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol defies investigators, leading to a standoff and nationwide protests.

Clash breaks out in attempt to detain South Korean president over martial law

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces historic arrest related to his controversial martial law decree amid a political leadership crisis.

South Korea moves to arrest impeached President Yoon DW 01/02/2025

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces potential arrest on insurrection charges after declaring martial law.
Supporters are rallying to prevent his arrest amid ongoing investigations.

South Korean court begins President Yoon's impeachment process

South Korean parliament impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol following his controversial martial law order, now pending review by the constitutional court.

South Korean president impeached over martial law declaration

South Korea's National Assembly impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, ending political paralysis and prompting widespread public celebration amid concerns over democracy.

Strength of South Korea democracy tested as president defies arrest

The arrest of a sitting president in South Korea has exposed significant fractures in its democracy amidst political turmoil.

South Korea's Impeached President Defies Warrant After Hourslong Standoff

South Korea's political crisis escalates as impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol defies investigators, leading to a standoff and nationwide protests.

Clash breaks out in attempt to detain South Korean president over martial law

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces historic arrest related to his controversial martial law decree amid a political leadership crisis.

South Korea moves to arrest impeached President Yoon DW 01/02/2025

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces potential arrest on insurrection charges after declaring martial law.
Supporters are rallying to prevent his arrest amid ongoing investigations.

South Korean court begins President Yoon's impeachment process

South Korean parliament impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol following his controversial martial law order, now pending review by the constitutional court.

South Korean president impeached over martial law declaration

South Korea's National Assembly impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, ending political paralysis and prompting widespread public celebration amid concerns over democracy.
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#liberal-party

Dozens of MPs in Justin Trudeau's Liberal party agree prime minister should resign

Justin Trudeau's leadership is severely challenged as a significant number of his Liberal MPs call for his resignation following the deputy prime minister's exit.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau could resign within days, reports say

Trudeau's leadership is in jeopardy as he faces resignation amidst political turmoil and low polling ratings.

Why Have So Many Canadians Turned on Justin Trudeau?

Trudeau faces significant pressure to resign amidst declining popularity and a major political alliance breakdown.
A notable poll shows that a majority of Canadians support Trudeau stepping down from leadership.

Dozens of MPs in Justin Trudeau's Liberal party agree prime minister should resign

Justin Trudeau's leadership is severely challenged as a significant number of his Liberal MPs call for his resignation following the deputy prime minister's exit.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau could resign within days, reports say

Trudeau's leadership is in jeopardy as he faces resignation amidst political turmoil and low polling ratings.

Why Have So Many Canadians Turned on Justin Trudeau?

Trudeau faces significant pressure to resign amidst declining popularity and a major political alliance breakdown.
A notable poll shows that a majority of Canadians support Trudeau stepping down from leadership.
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Austria's president to meet far-right leader amid coalition speculation

Austria's far-right Freedom party may play a key role in government formation following the collapse of coalition talks among centrist parties.
#corruption-charges

How Netanyahu survived another tumultuous year

Netanyahu's political resilience has increased despite ongoing legal battles and the implications of the Gaza conflict.

Mayor Adams's Inner Circle Has Changed. Two New Year's Photos Show How.

Eric Adams faces a challenging re-election bid amid federal corruption charges and a reshuffled inner circle.

How Netanyahu survived another tumultuous year

Netanyahu's political resilience has increased despite ongoing legal battles and the implications of the Gaza conflict.

Mayor Adams's Inner Circle Has Changed. Two New Year's Photos Show How.

Eric Adams faces a challenging re-election bid amid federal corruption charges and a reshuffled inner circle.
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#france

Macron expected to name new French PM after days of political deadlock

Emmanuel Macron is set to announce a new prime minister following political turmoil, highlighting challenges in securing governance amid a fragmented parliament.

France's Macron to name new prime minister DW 12/13/2024

Emmanuel Macron is set to appoint a new prime minister after political upheaval, marking a critical moment in France's government instability.

France's Macron set to name new prime minister on Friday

A new prime minister will be announced following Michel Barnier's resignation, amid France's ongoing political crisis.

Emmanuel Macron was the great liberal hope for France and Europe. How did it all go so wrong? | Oliver Haynes

Macron's initial promise of liberal pluralism has deteriorated, revealing a political crisis and public disillusionment with his administration.

Is France's Fifth Republic past its sell-by date? | Letter

The political crisis in France is largely due to its complex party system and the implications of the two-round voting system.

PODCAST: Will France get a Christmas truce and how speaking French affects your personality

France is exploring a potential shift towards a less confrontational political model amid its ongoing political crisis.

Macron expected to name new French PM after days of political deadlock

Emmanuel Macron is set to announce a new prime minister following political turmoil, highlighting challenges in securing governance amid a fragmented parliament.

France's Macron to name new prime minister DW 12/13/2024

Emmanuel Macron is set to appoint a new prime minister after political upheaval, marking a critical moment in France's government instability.

France's Macron set to name new prime minister on Friday

A new prime minister will be announced following Michel Barnier's resignation, amid France's ongoing political crisis.

Emmanuel Macron was the great liberal hope for France and Europe. How did it all go so wrong? | Oliver Haynes

Macron's initial promise of liberal pluralism has deteriorated, revealing a political crisis and public disillusionment with his administration.

Is France's Fifth Republic past its sell-by date? | Letter

The political crisis in France is largely due to its complex party system and the implications of the two-round voting system.

PODCAST: Will France get a Christmas truce and how speaking French affects your personality

France is exploring a potential shift towards a less confrontational political model amid its ongoing political crisis.
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#georgia

Georgia's ruling party to appoint far-right Russia loyalist as president

Georgia faces a constitutional crisis with pro-Russia elections and mass protests for EU integration.

Germany, France and Poland condemn violence in Georgia, stress support for pro-democracy movement

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism amidst critical current events, advocating for reproductive rights and transparency in political reporting.

Defiant and unwavering: Georgia's president Salome Zourabichvili is focus for hope

Zourabichvili has become a pivotal figure in resisting Georgian Dream's authoritarianism, rallying youth support for democratic ideals amidst a political crisis.

Can Georgia still find a way out of its crisis? DW 12/18/2024

Georgia is experiencing a deep political, social, economic, and moral crisis, marked by widespread protests against the ruling government.

Thousands rally in Georgia's 12th day of pro-EU protests

Georgian citizens are protesting against the government's decision to suspend EU accession talks after disputed elections, demanding new elections and European integration.

Let's see who will be leaving': Georgia's presidential standoff nears crunch point

Georgia faces a political crisis centered on the presidential transition between a pro-western leader and a far-right successor, shaping its future direction.

Georgia's ruling party to appoint far-right Russia loyalist as president

Georgia faces a constitutional crisis with pro-Russia elections and mass protests for EU integration.

Germany, France and Poland condemn violence in Georgia, stress support for pro-democracy movement

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism amidst critical current events, advocating for reproductive rights and transparency in political reporting.

Defiant and unwavering: Georgia's president Salome Zourabichvili is focus for hope

Zourabichvili has become a pivotal figure in resisting Georgian Dream's authoritarianism, rallying youth support for democratic ideals amidst a political crisis.

Can Georgia still find a way out of its crisis? DW 12/18/2024

Georgia is experiencing a deep political, social, economic, and moral crisis, marked by widespread protests against the ruling government.

Thousands rally in Georgia's 12th day of pro-EU protests

Georgian citizens are protesting against the government's decision to suspend EU accession talks after disputed elections, demanding new elections and European integration.

Let's see who will be leaving': Georgia's presidential standoff nears crunch point

Georgia faces a political crisis centered on the presidential transition between a pro-western leader and a far-right successor, shaping its future direction.
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#elections

At least 6,000 inmates escape from Mozambique jail: What we know

A mass prison break of 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests against disputed election results, reflecting ongoing national turmoil.

Germany: parliament to declare no confidence in chancellor Olaf Scholz live

Scholz calls for a confidence vote, aiming for dissolution of Bundestag and early elections following internal conflicts within his coalition.

Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to know

Chad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.

At least 6,000 inmates escape from Mozambique jail: What we know

A mass prison break of 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests against disputed election results, reflecting ongoing national turmoil.

Germany: parliament to declare no confidence in chancellor Olaf Scholz live

Scholz calls for a confidence vote, aiming for dissolution of Bundestag and early elections following internal conflicts within his coalition.

Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to know

Chad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.
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#impeachment

South Korea lawmakers vote to impeach acting president two weeks after impeaching president live

The Korean won hits a record low against the dollar since 2008.
President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached by the assembly.
Han becomes caretaker leader after the impeachment.

South Korean lawmakers set to hold second vote to impeach president

South Korea's President Yoon faces impeachment following his controversial declaration of martial law, causing political unrest and calls for his resignation.

After Impeachment, South Korea Is Left With No Elected Leader

Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment leaves South Korea without strong leadership amid threats from North Korea and deepening domestic divisions.
Interim Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's lack of a popular mandate may hinder effective governance during this political crisis.

South Korea lawmakers vote to impeach acting president two weeks after impeaching president live

The Korean won hits a record low against the dollar since 2008.
President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached by the assembly.
Han becomes caretaker leader after the impeachment.

South Korean lawmakers set to hold second vote to impeach president

South Korea's President Yoon faces impeachment following his controversial declaration of martial law, causing political unrest and calls for his resignation.

After Impeachment, South Korea Is Left With No Elected Leader

Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment leaves South Korea without strong leadership amid threats from North Korea and deepening domestic divisions.
Interim Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's lack of a popular mandate may hinder effective governance during this political crisis.
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Inside the Final Days of the Assad Regime in Syria

Bashar al-Assad's planned speech for peace was a facade as he secretly fled Syria amid rebel advances.
#myanmar

Free Aung San Suu Kyi, demand three former UK foreign secretaries

The Independent emphasizes the need for quality journalism and supports calls for Aung San Suu Kyi's release amidst Myanmar's political crisis.

Can Thailand unite ASEAN to pile pressure on Myanmar? DW 12/20/2024

Regional meetings in Thailand aimed to address the political and security crisis in Myanmar, but skepticism remains about their effectiveness.

Free Aung San Suu Kyi, demand three former UK foreign secretaries

The Independent emphasizes the need for quality journalism and supports calls for Aung San Suu Kyi's release amidst Myanmar's political crisis.

Can Thailand unite ASEAN to pile pressure on Myanmar? DW 12/20/2024

Regional meetings in Thailand aimed to address the political and security crisis in Myanmar, but skepticism remains about their effectiveness.
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#canada

Canada's government in shambles after Trump tariff threats what can it do next?

The political upheaval in Canada highlighted tensions between Trudeau and Trump, prompting scrutiny over Canada's diplomatic strategies against potential tariff threats.

How Trump's tariff threat pushed Canada's Trudeau to brink of resignation

Trudeau's leadership is in jeopardy following Freeland's resignation amid the looming threat of U.S. tariffs, raising concerns about Canada's political stability.

Canada's government in shambles after Trump tariff threats what can it do next?

The political upheaval in Canada highlighted tensions between Trudeau and Trump, prompting scrutiny over Canada's diplomatic strategies against potential tariff threats.

How Trump's tariff threat pushed Canada's Trudeau to brink of resignation

Trudeau's leadership is in jeopardy following Freeland's resignation amid the looming threat of U.S. tariffs, raising concerns about Canada's political stability.
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Warrant issued for Bolivian ex-president over alleged relationship with minor

Evo Morales claims he is a victim of judicial persecution related to accusations involving a minor, politically motivated by President Luis Arce.

German election: Scholz faces confidence vote DW 12/16/2024

Chancellor Olaf Scholz's confidence vote is set to prompt early elections as his coalition faces significant political challenges.
#francois-bayrou

France: Macron names Francois Bayrou as new prime minister DW 12/13/2024

Francois Bayrou's appointment signifies a shift in Macron's government amidst ongoing political crises in France.

Who is Francois Bayrou, France's new prime minister?

Francois Bayrou has been appointed as France's new prime minister following the resignation of Michel Barnier amidst political turmoil.

Macron ally Francois Bayrou appointed new French prime minister

François Bayrou's appointment reflects a strategy of centrist leadership amid France's political crisis and aims to unify efforts for legislative success.

Can Francois Bayrou unite France's moderates and keep Marine Le Pen at bay? | Paul Taylor

France's new Prime Minister Bayrou's success is crucial to stabilizing the political landscape and supporting Macron's presidency until 2027.

France's Macron names centrist ally Francois Bayrou as new prime minister

François Bayrou's appointment as Prime Minister is seen as essential for restoring stability in France after a political crisis.

OPINION: Three reasons to be hopeful about France's new prime minister

Francois Bayrou represents a complex blend of contradictions, being a pro-European centrist who rejects both populism and the extremes of the political spectrum.

France: Macron names Francois Bayrou as new prime minister DW 12/13/2024

Francois Bayrou's appointment signifies a shift in Macron's government amidst ongoing political crises in France.

Who is Francois Bayrou, France's new prime minister?

Francois Bayrou has been appointed as France's new prime minister following the resignation of Michel Barnier amidst political turmoil.

Macron ally Francois Bayrou appointed new French prime minister

François Bayrou's appointment reflects a strategy of centrist leadership amid France's political crisis and aims to unify efforts for legislative success.

Can Francois Bayrou unite France's moderates and keep Marine Le Pen at bay? | Paul Taylor

France's new Prime Minister Bayrou's success is crucial to stabilizing the political landscape and supporting Macron's presidency until 2027.

France's Macron names centrist ally Francois Bayrou as new prime minister

François Bayrou's appointment as Prime Minister is seen as essential for restoring stability in France after a political crisis.

OPINION: Three reasons to be hopeful about France's new prime minister

Francois Bayrou represents a complex blend of contradictions, being a pro-European centrist who rejects both populism and the extremes of the political spectrum.
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Have those who say Starmer is failing forgotten the madness of the Tory years already? | Andy Beckett

Labour governments historically face crises, and Starmer's administration mirrors this pattern with rapid decline in public support.

Macronism Has Died a Second Death

Macronism faces severe challenges after Prime Minister Barnier's ousting, reflecting instability within his administration and the government's waning support.
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