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Turkish police take Halk TV off air and arrest 11 in Istanbul raid

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Europe News

Russia's opposition looks for a leader as new party launches in Berlin

Around 71% of Russians approve of President Vladimir Putin, according to the state-run pollster VCIOM. Yet a newly founded opposition party in exile believes it can help shape Russia's political future. How realistic are its ambitions?

Germany

Spies among us: Iran's secret services threaten dissidents in Germany

Threats, espionage, attempts to syphon information via messaging apps: according to authorities, Iranian secret services are trying to spy on the diaspora and Tehran regime's opponents in Germany. Those affected feel intimidated amid pressure on their families back home.

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Russia marks Navalny grave anniversary amid poison test fallout

Relatives and diplomats mark Alexei Navalny’s death in Moscow, as his family demands truth and Europe cites lab tests pointing to rare toxin poisoning.

Vatican

Machado seeks pope's support for Venezuela's transition at Vatican

The pontiff had said he was following the developments in Venezuela with "deep concern," and urged the protection of human and civil rights in the country.

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Hungary

Orbán and rival Péter Magyar hold early campaign ralies in Gyor

The series of rallies came a week after Orbán visited the White House, where he was granted a one-year exemption from US sanctions on importing oil and gas from Russia.

Europe News

Hungary's Orbán and Magyar hold competing rallies before 2026 election

With elections due in April, the rival rallies were a standoff between Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar, his main political challenger who looks set to present the long-serving Hungarian leader with the most competitive ballot in his 15 years in power.

France

New French PM Lecornu assembles cabinet amid intense protests

Amid protests, Lecornu finalised the cabinet with Bruno Le Maire as the armed forces minister. President Macron's allies retain posts, and a general policy speech is awaited.

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Clashes in Tbilisi as ruling party supporters target opposition rally

Several people were injured in Tbilisi on Monday after supporters of the ruling Georgian Dream party attacked opposition activists outside the election headquarters of Mayor Kakha Kaladze.

Pakistan

Pakistan sentences 108 Imran Khan's party members over 2023 protests

Khan has remained in jail since his arrest in 2023 which sparked the protests, and faces over 150 charges. He and his supporters claim that they are part of a broader crackdown to weaken his movement.

The Europe Conversation

'Trump is falling for Putin's flattery'- Russian opposition activist, Kara-Murza

Russian opposition activist and former political prisoner, Vladimir Kara Murza says Western leaders’ treatment of Putin in the past was "shocking and shameful", and gave Putin leeway and erode democracy in Russia.

World News

Why Iranians aren't rising up - at least not yet

The Iranian opposition faces significant challenges amid regional tensions and internal divisions. Despite mounting economic and political pressures, as well as growing criticism of the regime, the Iranian public remains hesitant to openly call for its overthrow.

Colombia

Colombian senator Uribe in critical condition after shooting at rally

A 15-year-old boy is in custody following the attack on conservative presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe at a campaign event in Bogota on Saturday.

Europe News

Rubio on AfD verdict: 'Germany is tyranny in disguise'

The decision to label the AfD as "right-wing extremist" is straining US-German relations. The Trump administration has previously criticised the behaviour of European governments towards right-wing populist, anti-immigration parties.

World News

Hungary's Two-tailed Dog Party protests against Assembly Act amendment

The Hungarian Two-tailed Dog Party held the largest demonstration ever against the amendment of the Assembly Act, with a large part of Heroes' Square filled to capacity on Saturday afternoon.

Australia

Australian opposition leader’s home targeted in alleged bomb plot

A 16-year-old teen, arrested last year, has been ordered to stand trial in Queensland’s Supreme Court on charges of planning a terrorist act involving explosives and a drone.

Europe News

Russia's opposition remains leaderless a year after Navalny's death

"Alexei Navalny gave his life for a free and democratic Russia," EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas said on the anniversary of his death.