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Teargas and stun grenades used against Georgian protesters opposing foreign agents' bill

Georgian security forces used force against protesters outside parliament amid opposition to foreign agents bill. [ more ]

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EU condemns crackdown on protests against controversial bill in Georgia

EU condemns violent crackdown on Georgia protests, warns against stifling dissent and jeopardizing EU accession. [ more ]

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Democratic Leaders Say They'll Back Keeping Far Right Mike Johnson as Speaker

Democratic leaders in the House plan to vote against a motion to vacate measure against Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. [ more ]

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How will the French far-right affect Europe if they win the election?

The French far-right Rassemblement National is expected to win the European elections, potentially reshaping EU politics by weakening pro-EU forces. [ more ]

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UK's Conservatives suffer historic losses in local elections DW 05/04/2024

Labour Party calls for general election after Conservative losses in local elections. [ more ]

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EU at risk of implosion' as far-right seeks scapegoats, minister warns

The EU faces risks of implosion due to social tensions stirred by short-term political gains. [ more ]

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EU chief visits Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus DW 05/02/2024

The European Commission President is planning to provide economic aid to Lebanon in exchange for help in slowing down migration to the EU. [ more ]

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EU funnels aid to Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus DW 05/02/2024

EU unveils 1 billion economic aid package for Lebanon to address migration crisis. [ more ]

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Democrats Defang the House's Far Right

By supporting Mike Johnson, Democrats aim to sideline GOP hard-liners and create leverage for future cooperation. [ more ]

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What we learned from local votes ahead of looming UK general election

Labour Party likely to return to power in UK general election after recent local elections. [ more ]

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UK Conservative defeats pile pressure on PM Rishi Sunak DW 05/03/2024

The UK's ruling Conservative Party led by PM Rishi Sunak suffered significant losses in local elections, putting Sunak's position at risk ahead of the national election. [ more ]

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U.K.'s Governing Conservatives Set for Historic Losses in Local Polls, Labour Urges General Election

Labour Party gains control in local elections, increasing pressure on Conservative Party and Prime Minister ahead of general election. [ more ]

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U.K. local election results could spell doom for Conservative Party

Labour Party wins big in local elections, signaling desire for change [ more ]

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Local elections wipeout appears to be harbinger of doom for Rishi Sunak

Conservatives are losing power in England after 14 years, with Labour making significant gains in local elections. [ more ]

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Conservative party suffers historic losses in UK local elections

Labour's success in local elections suggests a possible win in the upcoming U.K. general election, with key victories in councils and parliament seats. [ more ]

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On challenges big and small, our leaders haven't learned that nationalism is not the answer | Rafael Behr

Brexit challenges and local issues are not equivalent, but both contribute to the political failures under Conservative rule. [ more ]

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UK: Tories lose ground as Sadiq Khan wins again in London DW 05/04/2024

Sadiq Khan of Labour Party wins third term as London mayor by a significant margin, dealing a blow to the Conservative Party. [ more ]

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Migration: What next for the EU's asylum reform plans? DW 05/03/2024

The European Parliament approved migration and asylum reforms, but reactions were mixed, with criticisms from NGOs, left, and right-wing lawmakers. [ more ]

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Georgia: Thousands protest as 'foreign agent' bill advances DW 05/01/2024

Georgia's ruling party pushes through a controversial 'foreign influence' bill despite opposition and warnings from the EU. [ more ]

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Justice department refuses to publish migrant deal as UK casts doubt on whether it contains any legal obligations

Ireland and the UK are in a diplomatic row over asylum-seekers' return obligations. [ more ]

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Simon Harris responds as British prime minister says Ireland cannot 'cherry pick' international agreements amid asylum row

Irish government will not send police to patrol the border with Northern Ireland. [ more ]

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Sunak accuses Irish of cherry picking' agreements as he steps up asylum seeker row

Rishi Sunak clashes with Ireland over asylum seekers' return, emphasizing the importance of honoring international agreements and ensuring no disruption at the border. [ more ]

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Justice department refuses to publish migrant deal as UK casts doubt on whether it contains any legal obligations

Agreements between countries should be honored. [ more ]

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British PM: UK will not accept return of asylum seekers from Ireland

Both UK and Ireland are facing challenges with asylum seekers crossing borders, highlighting the need for collaboration and resolution. [ more ]

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IRA concerned over Dublin's 'tent city' as asylum seekers flee Northern Ireland amid Rwanda deportations

Asylum seekers flee Northern Ireland to Ireland to avoid deportation to Rwanda under Rishi Sunak's scheme. [ more ]

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No to the Russian law!' Georgia protesters demand a European future'

Citizens in Tbilisi protest strict draft law, fearing foreign influence on NGOs and media outlets. [ more ]

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Boris Johnson turned away from polling station after forgetting to bring his ID

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson was turned away from voting for not bringing the required ID, highlighting the controversy surrounding voter ID laws. [ more ]

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Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson turned away from polling station after forgetting photo ID

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson forgot his ID and was initially turned away from a polling station during the U.K.'s local elections. [ more ]

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Boris Johnson Turned Away From Polling Station After Forgetting ID Required By His Own Law

A notable incident where Boris Johnson was turned away from a polling station due to not having required photo ID. [ more ]

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Boris Johnson tried to use Prospect magazine as voter ID at polling station

Boris Johnson attempted to use a magazine as voter ID, highlighting the need for proper identification when voting. [ more ]

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UK's governing Conservatives suffer big losses in local elections as Labour appears headed for power

Labour Party gains ground in local elections, putting pressure on Conservatives and indicating possible victory in upcoming general election. [ more ]

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Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force a vote next week on ousting Speaker Johnson

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to call for vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson, setting up a difficult showdown within the party. [ more ]

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Vows to Force a Vote Next Week on Ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene seeks a vote next week to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson. [ more ]

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What is at stake in UK local voting ahead of a looming general election

Local elections in England and Wales serve as a critical indicator for the upcoming U.K. general election, showcasing a potential shift in power dynamics. [ more ]

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Bless Her Heart': Mike Johnson Says Marjorie Taylor Greene Not Proving' to Be a Serious Lawmaker'

House Speaker Mike Johnson accused Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of not being a serious lawmaker, facing backlash within his own conference. [ more ]

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Giorgia Meloni and Ursula von der Leyen, the double act that is steering the EU ever rightwards | Simon Tisdall

Italy's Giorgia Meloni is emerging as a key leader in Europe, poised for significant influence in the upcoming EU parliament elections. [ more ]

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What next for the EU's asylum reform plans? DW 05/03/2024

The European Parliament approved a significant migration and asylum reform package, signaling a long process ahead for implementation. [ more ]

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EU elections: Immigration is main issue for German voters DW 05/03/2024

Germany's federal government is divided over budget priorities, with disagreements on savings and borrowing amid the constraint of the debt brake. [ more ]

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Solomon Islands chooses China-friendly ex-diplomat Jeremiah Manele as new prime minister

Jeremiah Manele elected as new Solomon Islands Prime Minister, continuing China-friendly policy. [ more ]

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As police fire teargas in Tbilisi, the EU must show Putin it means business | Observer editorial

Unchecked power can lead to governments ignoring public wishes - seen in Georgia's actions against EU accession despite public support. [ more ]

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Newly elected prime minister in Solomon Islands is likely to keep close China ties

Solomon Islands elected new Prime Minister Manele, signaling ongoing ties with China. [ more ]

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Strack-Zimmermann: Far-right would use election success to undermine EU

Defending liberal values is crucial amidst the rise of far-right parties in European elections. [ more ]

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U.K. Conservatives Suffer Sharp Setbacks in Early Results of Local Elections

The Conservative Party faced setbacks in local elections, a potential indicator for the coming general election, challenging Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. [ more ]

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The Guardian view on Rishi Sunak's future: Britain needs a general election, not another Tory leadership contest | Editorial

Threat to Rishi Sunak's leadership due to Conservative poor performance in elections. [ more ]

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Rishi Sunak on the rack as seismic' local election results threaten Tory wipeout

Rishi Sunak's leadership in question after Conservative losses in local elections. [ more ]

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Tories must find role for Boris Johnson to combat wokeist agenda', says MP

Conservative MP calls for role for Boris Johnson despite expected poor election results. [ more ]

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Gardai to be deployed to border with Northern Ireland amid row with UK over asylum seekers

Rishi Sunak stands firm against Ireland sending asylum seekers to the UK, creating a diplomatic issue between the countries. [ more ]

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UK: Sadiq Khan wins historic 3rd term as London mayor DW 05/04/2024

Labour Party urges UK PM to call general election after Conservative Party losses [ more ]

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Slovakia's opposition hopes European vote will put brakes on populist PM

Slovakia's opposition is striving to preserve democracy amidst concerns of eroding rule of law under Prime Minister Fico's government. [ more ]

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Will Tories dump Rishi Sunak if election results worse than expected?

Conservative MPs are considering changing the leader if the election results are disastrous, citing a lack of campaigning skills and disconnect with the public. [ more ]

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It's Sunak's doom loop: the more desperate and cruel the Tories become, the more voters reject them | Polly Toynbee

The article discusses the potential downfall of the Conservative party in the UK due to various factors, including their handling of issues such as asylum seekers and civil service cuts. [ more ]

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OPINION: The French far-right's 'empty vessel' Bardella is set to win big in Europe

Strong support for Jordan Bardella in France due to accumulated anger towards Macron, his ability to appeal to a wide audience by being both relatable and different from the political elite [ more ]

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France has turned against Macron. Will Europe set the stage for President Le Pen? | Paul Taylor

Emmanuel Macron calls for EU military power transformation to avoid decline. [ more ]

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Solomon Islands elects Jeremiah Manele as new prime minister

Former Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele wins the support of 31 legislators in a closely-watched election in the Solomon Islands. [ more ]

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Georgian PM brushes off concerns over 'foreign agent' bill DW 05/04/2024

Georgian Prime Minister Kobakhidze dismisses US and EU criticism of controversial bill, plans to proceed despite opposition. [ more ]

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Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's moving ahead with effort to oust Speaker Johnson

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene moving forward with her attempt to oust Speaker Mike Johnson is unlikely to succeed. [ more ]

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Andy Street and Ben Houchen turn to Boris Johnson in mayoral election run-in

Andy Street and Ben Houchen are leveraging Boris Johnson's endorsement in their mayoral campaigns to secure votes. [ more ]

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Togo: Ruling party wins overwhelming parliament majority DW 05/05/2024

Togo's ruling party UNIR secured a sweeping victory in parliamentary elections, potentially extending President Faure Gnassingbe's 19-year rule. [ more ]

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Christian-Democrats lead the EU elections polls in Germany

Center-Right CDU/CSU in Germany leads the voting intentions, as the far-right gets a boost by the electorate.The AfD overtakes the Social-Democrats, according to the Euronews Poll Center

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For German voters, immigration is main issue in EU elections DW 05/03/2024

Germany's federal government faces division over budget proposals due to disagreements on spending cuts and borrowing limits. [ more ]

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Jacob Rees-Mogg hails 'golden opportunity' to send all illegal migrants in UK to the border as he mocks 'pious Irish government'

It comes amid tensions between the the UK Government and the Republic over claims that large numbers of asylum seekers are crossing the border to avoid being deported to the African state.

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London takes center stage as vote count begins in mayoral contest that could be closer than thought

London mayoral race tighter than expected due to higher turnout in outer suburbs and concerns over party stance on certain issues. [ more ]

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Tories in a very tough situation' after election losses, party chair admits

Conservative party acknowledges tough situation post-election results. [ more ]

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Boris Johnson rubbishes voter ID concerns before being rejected from polling station

Showing now | News 00:44 Watch Boris Johnson rubbish concerns about his voter ID law in resurfaced footage.

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Boris Johnson turned away from polling station after forgetting photo ID

Boris Johnson fell foul of legislation he introduced himself as prime minister when he was reportedly turned away from a polling station after failing to take photographic identification.

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U.K. Labour's Sadiq Khan Wins Historic Third Term as Mayor of London

Sadiq Khan, the Labour Party's mayor of London, romped to victory Saturday, securing a record third straight term at City Hall.

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Majorie Taylor Greene is planning a vote next week to oust Speaker Johnson

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene plans to call for a vote to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson due to reliance on Democrat votes. [ more ]

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It's time to end the UK's divisions: Labour is for everyone

Voters sent a clear message for change in recent UK elections. [ more ]

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Will bill to regulate foreign influence in Georgia derail its EU bid?

Protests in Georgia over a bill to curb foreign funding for NGOs

Controversial bill seen as silencing government critics before elections [ more ]

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Georgia police crack down on protest against foreign influence' bill

The crackdown in Tbilisi follows protests against a controversial bill on foreign funding. [ more ]

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Democrats will save Speaker Johnson if GOP's far-right tries to oust him

House Democrats will vote to save Speaker Mike Johnson from potential removal by Republicans, ensuring his retention in office. [ more ]

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Haiti's transitional council appoints former sport official as new prime minister

Haiti's transitional council appoints Fritz Belizaire as prime minister amidst escalating violence. [ more ]

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House Democratic leaders announce they would save Johnson if threat to oust comes to floor

House Democratic leadership is prepared to save Speaker Mike Johnson from an ouster motion by voting to table it. [ more ]

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Democrats vow to block Marjorie Taylor Greene effort to remove House speaker

Democratic leaders in the US House of Representatives are determined to thwart Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to remove Republican speaker Mike Johnson from his role. [ more ]

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Taoiseach claims UK government confirms 'operating agreement' for return of asylum seekers

UK refuses to accept asylum seekers from Ireland, despite agreements post-Brexit.

Emergency laws passed to override High Court ruling on UK as a 'safe country' for returns. [ more ]

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Meta's Facebook, Instagram in EU crosshairs for election disinformation

European Commission investigates Meta Platforms for failure to tackle disinformation and deceptive advertising in EU elections. [ more ]

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EU launches disinformation probe against social media giant Meta

Meta defends risk mitigation process after EU criticism on content moderation. [ more ]

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EU is pressuring Meta due to fears of Russian interference in elections

EU warns Meta to address fake news and potential Russian interference in elections within five days [ more ]

The Verge

EU probe targets Facebook and Instagram amid spike in Russian disinformation

The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Meta's moderation practices regarding political content and disinformation on Facebook and Instagram. [ more ]

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EU probes Facebook, Instagram over election disinformation DW 04/30/2024

The European Union is investigating Facebook and Instagram for failing to curb online disinformation in relation to political advertising before EU elections. [ more ]

Irish Independent

Taoiseach claims UK government confirms 'operating agreement' for return of asylum seekers

Asylum seekers' return agreements between Ireland and UK are under scrutiny post-Brexit, raising legal obligations and emergency laws including redeployment of 100 gardaí. [ more ]

Irish Independent

UK says it has 'no legal obligation' to accept asylum seekers from Ireland and will not do so as row deepens

UK Justice Minister introduced a law to override the ruling prohibiting the return of asylum seekers to the UK. [ more ]

Irish Independent

UK says it has 'no legal obligation' to accept asylum seekers from Ireland and will not do so as row deepens

Rishi Sunak says he is 'not interested' in taking back asylum-seekers Thousands eligible for UK's Rwanda scheme have lost contact with government there 100 gardaí will be redeployed from desk duties to frontline roles Justice Minister brings law to Cabinet to override Irish High Court ruling that means UK cannot be considered 'safe country' for return of applicants

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