political crisis
French Political Crisis: Macron Forms New Government Under Lecornu Amid Parliamentary Deadlock
Oct 06, 2025 02:31 am CST
France's President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government under Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, attempting to resolve the country's political deadlock following failed snap elections. The new cabinet retains several key ministers while facing potential opposition from a divided parliament, with left-wing parties threatening a no-confidence motion ahead of Lecornu's upcoming policy address.
Emmanuel Macron to Announce Streamlined French Government Under Sebastien Lecornu This Weekend
Oct 03, 2025 02:00 am CST
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to announce a new, leaner government this weekend under Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, as he works to resolve France's deepening political crisis. The new cabinet, expected to be unveiled by Sunday evening, will consist of 20-25 ministers, significantly smaller than the previous 35-member government, aligning with efforts to reduce France's soaring public debt.
Japan's Political Crossroads: Why the Liberal Democratic Party's Decades-Long Dominance is Crumbling
Oct 02, 2025 02:59 pm CST
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party faces an existential crisis ahead of its October 4 leadership election as rural support erodes, economic challenges mount, and populist rivals gain ground. With the party now operating as a minority government for the first time in decades, the next leader must navigate political fragmentation while addressing voter frustrations over rising costs, agricultural policy, and immigration—potentially reshaping Japan's domestic and international trajectory.
Pics: Violent Gen-Z Led Protests In Peru Target President Boluarte's Government
Sep 22, 2025 06:55 pm CST
Hundreds of anti-government demonstrators in Peru's capital Lima took to the streets again on Sunday following clashes that injured at least 18 people, including police officers and journalists.
Over 5,00,000 Protest In France Against Macron's Austerity Policies
Sep 19, 2025 12:58 am CST
French protesters were on Thursday staging a day of nationwide disruption in a show of anger over President Emmanuel Macron's budget policies, with mass protests expected, transport chaos and clashes between police and demonstrators.
TTV Dhinakaran Slams EPS For 'Hiding Face' After Meeting Amit Shah
Sep 18, 2025 12:45 am CST
AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran launched a sharp attack on AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami, questioning why the Opposition leader had "covered" his face while leaving Union Home Minister Amit Shah's residence in Delhi.
In First Foreign Outreach, Nepal Interim PM Sushila Karki To Speak With PM Modi On Thursday
Sep 17, 2025 01:46 pm CST
In a significant diplomatic development, interim Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, will hold her first conversation with a foreign leader - Prime Minister Narendra Modi - on Thursday at 11:00 am, official sources have told NDTV.
Betrayers Will Be "Isolated": E Palaniswami Takes Hard Line On Dissidents
Sep 16, 2025 02:46 am CST
AIADMK General Secretary and Opposition Leader Edappadi K Palaniswami, popularly known as EPS, sharpened his attack today on dissident leader KA Sengottaiyan and expelled leaders O Panneerselvam, VK Sasikala and TTV Dhinakaran.
Young Activists Who Toppled Nepal's Government Now Picking New Leaders
Sep 14, 2025 06:42 pm CST
A former DJ and his obscure Nepalese non-profit used a social media app popular with video gamers to drive massive protests and become the unlikely power brokers in installing the country's new interim leadership.
72 Dead In Nepal Protests, Victims Declared 'Martyrs', Families To Get Relief
Sep 14, 2025 04:42 pm CST
Sushila Karki formally assumed office as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal on Sunday, declaring those killed during the Gen Z protests as "martyrs" and announcing Rs 1 million in relief for each victim's family, according to local media reports.