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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Iceland appoints Bjarni Benediktsson to replace Katrin Jakobsdottir as PM

Benediktsson appointed as Iceland's new prime minister after Jakobsdottir's resignation.
Agreement between Independence party and governing parties led to Benediktsson's appointment, focusing on stability and key issues. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Europe politics

Poland's new Prime Minister Donald Tusk takes office, ending 8 years of conservative rule

Donald Tusk and his Cabinet members have taken office as the new Polish Prime Minister and government.
The swearing-in ceremony marks the end of eight years of rule by the Law and Justice party. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Former Minister Arrested After Standoff at Poland's Presidential Palace

Former Polish minister declares himself a political prisoner and goes on a hunger strike to protest his arrest following conviction for abuse of power.
The standoff between police officers loyal to the new government and supporters of the former governing party escalates the resistance to the transfer of power in Poland. [ more ]
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