Here's what to know about Germany's election this SundayGermany faces a political crisis as voters head to snap elections amidst economic downturn and challenges with coalition government formation.
At least 6,000 inmates escape from Mozambique jail: What we knowA mass prison break of 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests against disputed election results, reflecting ongoing national turmoil.
Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to knowChad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.
Venancio Mondlane Returns to Mozambique, Declaring Himself PresidentVenancio Mondlane returned to Mozambique to contest the presidency amid ongoing political tensions and allegations of a stolen election.
Romania president resigns amid populist pressure DW 02/10/2025Klaus Iohannis resigns to avert further political crisis in Romania after a cancelled presidential vote.
Georgia's president agrees to vacate residence - but not her offieZourabichvili claims legitimacy despite vacating residence as Kavelashvili assumes presidency, indicating a deepening political crisis in Georgia.
Here's what to know about Germany's election this SundayGermany faces a political crisis as voters head to snap elections amidst economic downturn and challenges with coalition government formation.
At least 6,000 inmates escape from Mozambique jail: What we knowA mass prison break of 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests against disputed election results, reflecting ongoing national turmoil.
Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to knowChad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.
Venancio Mondlane Returns to Mozambique, Declaring Himself PresidentVenancio Mondlane returned to Mozambique to contest the presidency amid ongoing political tensions and allegations of a stolen election.
Romania president resigns amid populist pressure DW 02/10/2025Klaus Iohannis resigns to avert further political crisis in Romania after a cancelled presidential vote.
Georgia's president agrees to vacate residence - but not her offieZourabichvili claims legitimacy despite vacating residence as Kavelashvili assumes presidency, indicating a deepening political crisis in Georgia.
$Libra cryptocurrency scandal lands Javier Milei in the worst crisis of his presidencyJavier Milei's endorsement of the cryptocurrency $Libra has led to a significant political crisis and accusations of scam under his governance.
Javier Milei travels to US amid crisis over $Libra cryptocurrency scamMilei's visit to the U.S. comes amid a cryptocurrency scandal and impeachment calls, aiming for crucial IMF support to stabilize Argentina's economy.
Argentina's Milei faces credibility crisis over crypto scam DW 02/21/2025Javier Milei's endorsement of the $LIBRA cryptocurrency has led to a significant loss of trust due to a fraud lawsuit linked to the investment scandal.
$Libra cryptocurrency scandal lands Javier Milei in the worst crisis of his presidencyJavier Milei's endorsement of the cryptocurrency $Libra has led to a significant political crisis and accusations of scam under his governance.
Javier Milei travels to US amid crisis over $Libra cryptocurrency scamMilei's visit to the U.S. comes amid a cryptocurrency scandal and impeachment calls, aiming for crucial IMF support to stabilize Argentina's economy.
Argentina's Milei faces credibility crisis over crypto scam DW 02/21/2025Javier Milei's endorsement of the $LIBRA cryptocurrency has led to a significant loss of trust due to a fraud lawsuit linked to the investment scandal.
'We need a government New Yorkers can trust': Queens BP Richards meets with Gov. Hochul amid City Hall crisis - QNSQueens Borough President Donovan Richards discusses the crisis at City Hall following the resignation of four deputy mayors.
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass faces political crisis over trip, budgets amid firesKaren Bass faces a political crisis after being absent during a catastrophic fire, impacting her re-election chances.
'We need a government New Yorkers can trust': Queens BP Richards meets with Gov. Hochul amid City Hall crisis - QNSQueens Borough President Donovan Richards discusses the crisis at City Hall following the resignation of four deputy mayors.
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass faces political crisis over trip, budgets amid firesKaren Bass faces a political crisis after being absent during a catastrophic fire, impacting her re-election chances.
Wave of Resignations Plunges Adams Administration Into Crisis AgainMayor Eric Adams faces renewed scrutiny and calls for his resignation amid quid pro quo allegations involving immigration enforcement with Trump administration officials.
How the Mayor of New York Could Be Removed From Officeand What Would Happen NextGovernor Hochul may consider removing Mayor Adams due to concerns over his governance amid corruption charges dropped by the Justice Department.
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.
Wave of Resignations Plunges Adams Administration Into Crisis AgainMayor Eric Adams faces renewed scrutiny and calls for his resignation amid quid pro quo allegations involving immigration enforcement with Trump administration officials.
How the Mayor of New York Could Be Removed From Officeand What Would Happen NextGovernor Hochul may consider removing Mayor Adams due to concerns over his governance amid corruption charges dropped by the Justice Department.
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.
Trump and Republicans use Los Angeles fires to attack DemocratsCalifornia faces a political dilemma as it seeks federal aid from President-elect Trump during devastating fires that have left many dead and missing.
Behind Trump Tariffs Is Capital's Warfare Against the Working ClassThe tariff war represents a critical response to the deepening global capitalism crisis and escalates class warfare against the working class.
Trump and Republicans use Los Angeles fires to attack DemocratsCalifornia faces a political dilemma as it seeks federal aid from President-elect Trump during devastating fires that have left many dead and missing.
Behind Trump Tariffs Is Capital's Warfare Against the Working ClassThe tariff war represents a critical response to the deepening global capitalism crisis and escalates class warfare against the working class.
George Washington Cut Six Sentences From His Farewell Address. They're Haunting Me Now.Washington's excised lines from his Farewell Address reveal a chilling prediction of today's political crisis and the threat posed by demagoguery.
Full Meltdown!' CNN's Kaitlan Collins And Evan Perez Stunned By Trump DOJ's Spiraling Crisis' Over Adams CaseThe Justice Department faced a significant crisis following mass resignations over the dropped case against Mayor Eric Adams, highlighting tensions in Trump's administration.
How the Greens Became the Driving Force of German MilitarismGermany's longstanding stability is eroding due to political and economic crises, including recession and budget disputes over military spending.
The new politics of fire: The climate crisis demands a different way of governingThe world faces a dire political and environmental crisis fueled by fire, impacting future sustenance and stability.
Taking stock of Pakistan's government a year after elections DW 02/07/2025Political tensions in Pakistan remain high with the PML-N government gaining military support, while Imran Khan faces severe legal challenges.
Internal government rebellion threatens to derail the end of Gustavo Petro's presidencyGustavo Petro faces significant challenges as president, marked by internal rebellion and criticism over cabinet decisions.
Why Trump's order to freeze funding evokes the darkest days of WatergateTrump's attempted freeze of federal funds is reminiscent of Watergate and signals a potential constitutional crisis.
Serbian prime minister resigns amid anti-corruption protestsMilos Vucevic resigned as Serbia's Prime Minister amid anti-corruption protests triggered by a deadly railway station collapse.
Serbian Leader, Trying to Quell Protests, Jettisons a Key AllySerbia's Prime Minister resigned amid protests against Vucic's government in response to public anger over a deadly railway station disaster.
Serbian prime minister resigns amid anti-corruption protestsMilos Vucevic resigned as Serbia's Prime Minister amid anti-corruption protests triggered by a deadly railway station collapse.
Serbian Leader, Trying to Quell Protests, Jettisons a Key AllySerbia's Prime Minister resigned amid protests against Vucic's government in response to public anger over a deadly railway station disaster.
South Korea Finally Arrests Impeached President Yoon Suk-Yeol for InsurrectionSouth Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was arrested in a historic standoff following his impeachment over a controversial declaration of martial law.
South Korean anti-corruption agency arrests President Yoon Suk-yeolSouth Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol has been arrested, marking the first time in history a sitting president has faced such action.
Strength of South Korea democracy tested as president defies arrestThe 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 StandoffSouth 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 lawSouth 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 01/02/2025South 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 Korea Finally Arrests Impeached President Yoon Suk-Yeol for InsurrectionSouth Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was arrested in a historic standoff following his impeachment over a controversial declaration of martial law.
South Korean anti-corruption agency arrests President Yoon Suk-yeolSouth Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol has been arrested, marking the first time in history a sitting president has faced such action.
Strength of South Korea democracy tested as president defies arrestThe 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 StandoffSouth 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 lawSouth 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 01/02/2025South 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.
The Irish Independent's View: Embarrassing scenes in Dail were a slap in the face for votersThe suspension of taoiseach election highlights a significant embarrassment and challenge to democratic principles in the current political climate.
Chaos in the Dail explained: How events in Leinster House unfolded as country must wait for a governmentDáil suspended multiple times due to controversies over speaking time for Independent TDs, signaling a significant political crisis.
Netanyahu Faces a Political Crisis Over the Gaza Cease-Fire DealNetanyahu faces a crucial decision between maintaining his coalition by opposing the cease-fire or risking governmental stability with an early election.
Will new French prime minister's survival strategy work? DW 01/15/2025The new government in France faces significant challenges without a majority, with skepticism among the public regarding its longevity.
Emmanuel Macron was the great liberal hope for France and Europe. How did it all go so wrong? | Oliver HaynesMacron's initial promise of liberal pluralism has deteriorated, revealing a political crisis and public disillusionment with his administration.
Will new French prime minister's survival strategy work? DW 01/15/2025The new government in France faces significant challenges without a majority, with skepticism among the public regarding its longevity.
Emmanuel Macron was the great liberal hope for France and Europe. How did it all go so wrong? | Oliver HaynesMacron's initial promise of liberal pluralism has deteriorated, revealing a political crisis and public disillusionment with his administration.
South Korea, Japan stress security ties and importance of US DW 01/13/2025Japan and South Korea emphasized strengthened security ties amid regional instability and South Korea's political crisis due to President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment.
Venezuela tumbles deeper into dictatorship with Nicolas Maduro set to extend 12-year ruleMaduro's regime is deepening its authoritarian grasp as he prepares for another contested term amid significant opposition.
Venezuelan opposition candidate accuses Nicolas Maduro of coupGonzalez claims Maduro's rule is illegitimate, stating he executed a coup and crowned himself dictator after reportedly stealing the election.
Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro sworn in for third term after disputed electionMaduro's re-election underscores ongoing political division and international disputes, with promises of a more stable and egalitarian Venezuela amidst significant opposition.
Venezuela tumbles deeper into dictatorship with Nicolas Maduro set to extend 12-year ruleMaduro's regime is deepening its authoritarian grasp as he prepares for another contested term amid significant opposition.
Venezuelan opposition candidate accuses Nicolas Maduro of coupGonzalez claims Maduro's rule is illegitimate, stating he executed a coup and crowned himself dictator after reportedly stealing the election.
Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro sworn in for third term after disputed electionMaduro's re-election underscores ongoing political division and international disputes, with promises of a more stable and egalitarian Venezuela amidst significant opposition.
Will Lebanon finally elect a president?Lebanon's parliament is set to vote for a president after a two-year vacancy, amid political fragmentation and external crises.
Will Lebanon elect a new president after two-year vacancy? DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may elect a new president soon, critical for peace and economic recovery. It has lacked a functioning presidency for over two years.
Can a new president change Lebanon's fortunes?Joseph Aoun's election as president marks the end of Lebanon's two-year political paralysis.
Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential elections DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may elect a new president soon, crucial for stabilizing the country and addressing ongoing crises.
Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential election DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may finally elect a new president after over two years of political vacancy, crucial for stabilizing the ceasefire and addressing crises.
Who is Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's new president?Lebanon's parliament elected Gen. Joseph Aoun as president, ending a long leadership vacuum and aiming to facilitate essential reforms and stabilize the nation.
Will Lebanon finally elect a president?Lebanon's parliament is set to vote for a president after a two-year vacancy, amid political fragmentation and external crises.
Will Lebanon elect a new president after two-year vacancy? DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may elect a new president soon, critical for peace and economic recovery. It has lacked a functioning presidency for over two years.
Can a new president change Lebanon's fortunes?Joseph Aoun's election as president marks the end of Lebanon's two-year political paralysis.
Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential elections DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may elect a new president soon, crucial for stabilizing the country and addressing ongoing crises.
Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential election DW 01/09/2025Lebanon may finally elect a new president after over two years of political vacancy, crucial for stabilizing the ceasefire and addressing crises.
Who is Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's new president?Lebanon's parliament elected Gen. Joseph Aoun as president, ending a long leadership vacuum and aiming to facilitate essential reforms and stabilize the nation.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau could resign within days, reports sayTrudeau's leadership is in jeopardy as he faces resignation amidst political turmoil and low polling ratings.
Austria's president to meet far-right leader amid coalition speculationAustria's far-right Freedom party may play a key role in government formation following the collapse of coalition talks among centrist parties.
Germany, France and Poland condemn violence in Georgia, stress support for pro-democracy movementThe 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 hopeZourabichvili has become a pivotal figure in resisting Georgian Dream's authoritarianism, rallying youth support for democratic ideals amidst a political crisis.
Let's see who will be leaving': Georgia's presidential standoff nears crunch pointGeorgia faces a political crisis centered on the presidential transition between a pro-western leader and a far-right successor, shaping its future direction.
Amid Anti-Western Drift, Georgia Inaugurates a Conservative PresidentGeorgia's political landscape is shifting under new President Kavelashvili, signaling a departure from pro-Western policies toward closer ties with Russia and China.
Germany, France and Poland condemn violence in Georgia, stress support for pro-democracy movementThe 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 hopeZourabichvili has become a pivotal figure in resisting Georgian Dream's authoritarianism, rallying youth support for democratic ideals amidst a political crisis.
Let's see who will be leaving': Georgia's presidential standoff nears crunch pointGeorgia faces a political crisis centered on the presidential transition between a pro-western leader and a far-right successor, shaping its future direction.
Amid Anti-Western Drift, Georgia Inaugurates a Conservative PresidentGeorgia's political landscape is shifting under new President Kavelashvili, signaling a departure from pro-Western policies toward closer ties with Russia and China.
South Korea lawmakers vote to impeach acting president two weeks after impeaching president liveThe 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.