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Georgia

Georgia's ruling party nominates far-right ex-footballer for president

Georgian Dream picks Mikheil Kavelashvili as presidential candidate amid protests and opposition backlash over disputed parliamentary elections.

Europe News

Thousands protest in Georgia to denounce election results

The election campaign in the nation of 3.7 million people, which borders Russia, was marked by a bitter fight for votes and allegations of a smear campaign.

Europe News

Georgian Dream in the lead as opposition parties say vote was 'stolen'

Follow our live blog for updates and results as Georgians vote in an election seen as a critical point in shaping the country's future inside, or outside, of the EU.

Tech News

Deactivating Facebook makes you happier. But there's a catch

People who deactivated their Facebook accounts scored slightly higher when asked about their well-being but knew less about politics.

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Europe News

Moldova begins preparations for upcoming referendum on EU membership

On Sunday, Moldovans will vote on whether EU accession should become a constitutional goal. The country's presidential election will happen on the same day.

USA

What can Europe tell us about the upcoming US presidential vote?

In 2024, European elections highlighted voter dissatisfaction and a shift towards anti-establishment parties, a trend that could influence the US elections.

Tunisia

Political crackdowns lead to low turnout in Tunisia's election

With major opponents imprisoned or left off the ballot, Tunisia's incumbent President Kais Saied faces few obstacles to winning re-election.

Germany

Exit polls indicate narrow lead for SPD in Brandenburg state election

Two exit polls indicated the ruling SPD party had secured a narrow lead in the Brandenburg state election by 6pm on Sunday evening.

Germany

German 'Grannies against the right' protest ahead of elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany could become the strongest party in state parliament if it wins the 1 September elections in Thuringia and Saxony.

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. Mobile voting is here and it is transforming democracy

Healthy democracies require active citizen participation. Mobile voting can energise the electorate and create a virtuous cycle of greater voter participation, greater electoral accountability, and better policies and outcomes, Remi Meehan and Bradley Tusk write.

Green News

French Green leader emerges as key figure against far-right

Green Party leader Marine Tondelier has been one of the stand-out voices in the leftwing election campaign.

Europe News

France’s dissolution of parliament is ‘return to normal,’ expert says

Analysts have been trying to speculate as to why President Emmanuel Macron called a snap election.

Culture news

B(ard)ella Ciao, Ciao, Ciao: The story of a global resistance anthem

A poster for the upcoming French elections has got us thinking about the resistance anthem 'Bella ciao' - its history, its versatility, its borderless influence.

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Iranian exiles in London protest as elections take place

Iranians in London gathered Friday in front of the Iranian consulate and embassy as the country held elections to choose a successor to the late President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in May.

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Ramaphosa's coalition presidency

Various African heads of state gathered in Pretoria for the swearing-in of Cyril Ramaphosa as South Africa's president for a second term.

United Kingdom

UK Prime Minister Sunak announces surprise election on 4 July

In a speech that followed much speculation, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed that the national election will be held on 4 July.

Green News

‘I am so poor I have to work’: Delhi hit by red alert heatwave

With India midway through its general election, there are concerns about the impact of the ongoing extreme heat on voters.

Green News

Scotland's government collapses in clash over climate policies

A three-year coalition between the SNP and Scottish Green Party has broken down after emissions targets were dropped.

Europe News

Hungarian government targets former Fidesz ally in elections campaign

Following his divorce with Fidesz' former justice minister, Péter Magyar emerged as a key opposition figure of Viktor Orban's government.

Croatia

Croatia’s parliament dissolves, paying way for election this year

The country's capital Zagreb was hit by huge anti-government protests last month.