politics

Australia Begins Global Lobbying Push for UN Security Council Seat

Australia has launched its campaign for a 2029–30 UN Security Council seat, promising to represent smaller nations and defend international rules. Its bid will focus on conflict prevention, civilian protection, climate security, artificial intelligence and the concerns of Pacific countries.

AfD Wins Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Its Second State Victory in Two Weeks

The AfD has won 38.2% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, securing its second state-election victory in two weeks after taking Saxony-Anhalt. Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s CDU fell below the 5% threshold, while other parties continue to rule out governing with the AfD.

Berlin and Mecklenburg Vote as AfD Surge Tests Germany’s Political Centre

Voters in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are heading to the polls in a major test for Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The elections come just two weeks after the AfD won 43.8% in Saxony-Anhalt, intensifying pressure on Germany’s traditional parties.

Trump Signs New Russia Sanctions Law, Raising Risks for India and China

Donald Trump has signed sweeping new Russia sanctions legislation that expands restrictions on Moscow and gives the White House power to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, putting countries including India and China under greater scrutiny.

Trump Administration Approves $24.3 Billion Saudi Fighter Jet Sale

The US State Department has approved a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth fighters and 49 engines to Saudi Arabia. The deal still needs congressional approval and could reshape Gulf air power while testing Washington’s commitment to preserving Israel’s military edge.

NATO Shoots Down Drone Over Lithuania After Incursion From Belarus

A NATO fighter has shot down an unidentified drone over Lithuania after it apparently crossed in from Belarus. Its operator remains unknown, but the incident adds to a growing series of drone incursions testing NATO's air defences along its increasingly tense eastern flank.

Congress May Have Just Handed the BJP Its Most Powerful Image in Mysuru

Congress may call Yaduveer Wadiyar's detention a law-and-order issue. But in Mysuru, where the Wadiyar legacy remains deeply embedded in public memory, the image of him being taken away by police could become a far more potent political symbol than the party anticipated.

Sweden’s Election Goes Down to the Wire as Rival Blocs Fight Over a Handful of Seats

Sweden’s election has turned into a political cliffhanger, with the centre-left holding only a three-seat lead as counting continues. The final overseas and late ballots could still decide whether Magdalena Andersson returns to power or Ulf Kristersson survives.

£72 Million in 48 Hours: The Crypto Billionaires Bankrolling Reform UK

Two crypto billionaires have given Nigel Farage's Reform UK £72 million in just 48 hours. The record-breaking donations could transform the party's election machine, but have also triggered questions over political influence, donor rules and Reform's ties to the crypto industry.