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Cuomo seeks redemption as Mamdani challenges party norms in NYC mayoral primary

New York City Democrats face a pivotal decision as they vote in the mayoral primary: revive Andrew Cuomo’s political career, support progressive challenger Zohran Mamdani, or select from a broader group of lesser-known contenders. Their choice may reflect the direction the Democratic Party hopes......

Tunisian democracy under siege as opposition leader Abir Moussi jailed

Tunisian opposition leader Abir Moussi, head of the Free Destourian Party, has been sentenced to two years in prison in a case emblematic of Tunisia’s deepening authoritarianism under President Kais Saied. Moussi was accused of criticizing the legislative process, attempting to “change the......

Woman arrested in connection with attack on Colombian senator

A woman suspected of involvement in the attempted assassination of Colombian Senator Esteban Uribe has been arrested in the Caquetá region, police confirmed Saturday. Uribe, a 39-year-old conservative and a prominent opposition figure, was seriously injured after being shot twice in the head and......

Washington leads new efforts for peace between drc and rwanda

On April 25, 2025, in a significant step towards peace, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will preside over the signing ceremony of a "declaration of principles" in Washington. This agreement will be between Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, the Foreign Minister of the Democratic Republic......

South Korea's former president Moon Jae-in faces bribery charges

Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has been formally charged with bribery, according to prosecutors. Moon, who served from 2017 to 2022 as a member of the centre-left Democratic Party, is accused of appointing a former lawmaker to a government-funded nonprofit organization in exchange for his......

Maldives enacts ban on Israeli passport holders in solidarity with Palestine

In a significant move reflecting solidarity with Palestine, the Maldives has amended its immigration laws to prohibit entry for Israeli passport holders. This decision was formalized by Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, following its approval by the People’s Majlis, the country’s unicameral......

Lee Jae-myung: South Korea’s Leading Presidential Candidate Amid Controversy

Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's opposition, is expected to step down this week to secure the Democratic Party's nomination. A former child laborer who became a lawyer, Lee is a popular yet polarizing figure. He leads in the polls with 34% support, far ahead of his competitors. After......

Escalating violence against app drivers: taxi union raises alarm

In a climate of rising tensions between traditional taxi drivers and those operating through ride-hailing apps, the Democratic Transport Union—Taxi Sector has issued a warning regarding the violent turn this conflict is taking in several major cities across the Kingdom. In recent weeks, there......

South Korea’s opposition criticizes delay in Yoon impeachment ruling as irresponsible

SEOUL, March 17 – South Korea's opposition Democratic Party has called on the Constitutional Court to promptly rule on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment, arguing that the prolonged deliberation is exacerbating national division and is an act of irresponsibility. As the eight-member......