Fatah meets Palestinian breakaway faction in effort to head off rivals
Fatah and Dahlan’s Democratic Reform hold talks in Alamein as fears grow over a potential opposition coalition.
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US Postal Service shares mail-in ballot restrictions despite court ruling
US President Donald Trump has called for restrictions on mail-in voting as part of bid to exert control over elections.
California lawmaker overcomes pro-Israel spending to win special election
Victory for state Senator Aisha Wahab marks the latest example of a progressive overcoming millions in outside spending.
US Vice President JD Vance holds midterm election rally in Ohio hometown
The vice president’s speech hinged heavily on economic themes, as voter confidence slips for Republican policies.
Libya rivals test a new path towards unity, 15 years after Gadaffi downfall
Fifteen years since Tripoli fell, Libyan parties are finally working towards unity.
Bangladesh elects ruling party veteran Alamgir as president
Bangladesh elects Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir by parliamentary vote, filling vacancy after Shahabuddin’s resignation.
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Bangladesh holds presidential election in first contested vote in 35 years
BNP’s Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is pitted against ex-army officer Oli Ahmad, nominee of Jamaat-led 11-party alliance.
‘Tsunami’ of emigration reshapes Israel’s future, experts warn
Nearly 270,000 Israelis have left the country over three years, citing political uncertainty and security concerns.
Nigeria’s election campaign begins with Tinubu facing a reform test
Rising costs fuel anger, but President Bola Tinubu’s machinery and opposition divisions may shape the race.
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Protests in Kyiv back ex-defence minister Fedorov’s call for elections
Ukrainians in Kyiv held a protest in support of ousted defence Minister Mykailo Fedorov.
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Zambia opposition leader to challenge Hichilema election victory in court
Opposition leader claims ‘serious irregularities’ in the vote that handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term.
