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Italian political leader and civil rights activist Emma Bonino has died in Rome at age 78. A former European Commissioner and Minister, she was a key figure in the fight for women's rights and European federal-

Spanish political leaders from Movimiento Sumar and IU have accused the Supreme Court of political bias after it suspended voter registration updates linked to the 'grandkids law' to protect electoral integrity

Ilias Kasidiaris is set to be released from Domokos Detention Center on September 15, 2026. His lawyer confirmed he plans to run in upcoming parliamentary elections with a political organization.

The environmental group BUND is suing the state of Lower Saxony over the approved production of nuclear fuel elements for Russian-designed reactors in Lingen, citing geopolitical and sabotage risks.

Philippine House prosecution officials have questioned Vice President Sara Duterte’s motives in calling for President Marcos to resign and cited patterns in her handling of confidential funds.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and several EU net contributors are demanding hundreds of billions in cuts to the European Commission’s proposed 2,000 billion euro seven-year budget.

Vice President J.D. Vance is positioning himself as Donald Trump’s successor, bolstered by Trump’s private support and successful fundraising, though he faces competition from figures like Marco Rubio.

Former official Kim Jong-in testified in Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon's trial, denying he ever commissioned political broker Myung Tae-kyun to conduct opinion polls.

Albanian Defense Minister Ermal Nufi faces scrutiny after claiming Advanced Arms Technology produces weapons for conflicts, despite records showing the company employs only two people.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi says the government is considering acquiring nuclear-powered submarines to bolster national security and deterrence capabilities.

Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 dividend to every adult US citizen if Republicans retain control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections.

Germany's AfD party filed a criminal complaint against Chancellor Friedrich Merz after he compared their ‘remigration’ policies to ‘ethnic cleansing’ during a parliamentary debate.

Polish political tensions rise over the appointment of Maciej Berek to the Constitutional Tribunal, as officials debate the President's authority to refuse his judicial oath.

Police presence at Poland's Constitutional Tribunal coincides with an anniversary conference and an ongoing investigation into allegations of unlawful judicial manipulation under former President Julia Przyłębs

Brazil’s Supreme Court has suspended deliberations following a crisis involving allegations of corruption and political bias among its justices, specifically concerning Justice Alexandre de Moraes.

President Trump predicts oil prices will drop after the midterm elections and has promised a $5,000 “dividend” to adult citizens if Republicans retain control of Congress.

The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Missouri’s new Republican-backed congressional map, ensuring the state uses its 2022 district boundaries for the upcoming November elections.

Osman Kavala’s lawyers have requested a retrial in the Gezi Park case following a final ruling by the European Court of Human Rights citing rights violations.

South Korean special prosecutors have requested a four-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol in his appeal regarding the illegal receipt of free opinion polls from political broker Myung Tae-k

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez faces plunder charges and a court-ordered hospital transfer, amid medical warnings of high risk during relocation and criticism from Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla.

The US Treasury has launched the ‘Economic Exclusion Operation,’ sanctioning global networks in the Middle East and Turkey that provide financial and military support to Iran and its proxies.

UK lawmakers will vote on a bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, amid intense debate over patient autonomy and safeguards for vulnerable populations.

Malaysia's Pardons Board has postponed the review of former Prime Minister Najib Razak's pardon application following public backlash. The King also granted pardons to 65 other convicts.

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will hold its first parliamentary elections on September 14, 2026, to elect 80 members to its legislative body.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is visiting Castellorizo to mark its 83rd liberation anniversary, signaling Greek sovereignty amid ongoing geopolitical tensions with Turkey.

The Supreme Court of India will hear Karnataka’s appeal on September 14 regarding the mandatory release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu amid acute water shortages in the state.

The Cámara de Cuentas de Andalucía reports an annual underfunding of 5,855 million euros, including 4,333 million for public services, noting a 42% drop in per capita financing since 2009.

Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae called for judicial independence and neutrality amid a political standoff regarding the nomination of new Supreme Court justices.

Donald Trump claims his administration may not need Congressional approval to issue $5,000 dividend checks to citizens, despite constitutional spending authorities and economic warnings.

Following the death of Charlie Kirk, his widow Erika Kirk has assumed leadership of Turning Point USA as women emerge as dominant voices in the conservative digital media landscape.

Lebanon's Constitutional Council has suspended a controversial general amnesty law pending a review of its constitutionality, amid debates over its impact on banking and depositor rights.

A 20-year-old Social Democratic campaign worker was hospitalized after being assaulted during door-to-door campaigning in Bromölla, Sweden.

At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump pledged victory in November and stated that the conflict with Iran would end immediately after the elections.

Sofia faces the potential closure of 78 nursery groups due to a critical shortage of nurses, threatening childcare for 1,716 children. Officials are calling for a new multidisciplinary care model.

A statue of Charlie Kirk has been unveiled in Times Square marking the one-year anniversary of his assassination, amid ongoing discussions regarding his political legacy.

Trump ally Joe diGenova has resigned from his Justice Department role leading a Florida-based investigation into alleged conspiracies against the former president, amid concerns over the probe's pace.

Donald Trump urged Republican supporters at a convention in Dallas to vote heavily in the November midterms, asking them to act as if he were personally on the ballot.

Federal Police messages reveal a 2023 São Paulo party organized by banker Daniel Vorcaro and ex-minister Fábio Faria, involving high-ranking political figures and the recruitment of models.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's approval rating hit a record low of 38%, driven by dissatisfaction with real estate policies and controversial cabinet appointments.

Thirty-eight parties have registered for Israel's October 27 parliamentary elections. The vote features Benjamin Netanyahu seeking a seventh term against challenger Gadi Eisenkot amid a fragmented political map

The US DHS has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period for H-1B and other temporary work visa holders, potentially requiring them to leave the country immediately upon job loss.

The Bombay High Court refused to block Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil’s planned protest in Mumbai, citing fundamental rights to agitate and requiring responses from both the activist and the state.

The U.S. is unlikely to invite OSCE election observers for the upcoming Congressional elections, according to sources close to the organization's Parliamentary Assembly.

The Enforcement Directorate has sought an FIR against Pinarayi Vijayan and his family regarding the CMRL bribery case, prompting allegations of political targeting from CPI(M) leaders.

South Korean lawmakers and the People Power Party are demanding accountability after a Prime Minister's Office official allegedly posed as a private citizen to question lawmaker Han Dong-hoon.

President Alexander Lukashenko affirmed that Belarus has no plans to attack neighbors but remains committed to defending its territory and security through military readiness and communication exercises.

At the ‘Trumpapalooza’ RNC convention in Dallas, Donald Trump promised $5,000 to every adult American and an extra $500 to Obamacare enrollees if Republicans retain control of Congress in November.

Bolivia's Chamber of Deputies has approved a 90-day extension to the state of exception, a move critics like Jorge Quiroga say will block essential constitutional reforms.

At a conference marking the Constitutional Tribunal's 40th anniversary, Polish President Karol Nawrocki criticized efforts to discredit the institution and called for respect for constitutional supremacy.