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Trump makes election security a central issue ahead of U.S. midterm elections

U.S. President Donald Trump has placed election security at the center of the Republican campaign for November’s midterm elections, using a nationally televised White House address to argue that stronger safeguards are needed to protect the integrity of future votes. During the nearly 30-minute......

Germany withdraws support for Infantino amid growing FIFA criticism

The German Football Association (DFB) has decided not to join the collective backing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's expected re-election, marking a significant development as criticism of football's governing body continues to grow. The decision follows controversy surrounding the suspension......

Germany's Merz urges AfD supporters to assess government record before key state election

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has made a direct appeal to supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), urging them to evaluate his government's performance independently as the country prepares for a closely watched state election that could reshape Germany's political landscape. Speaking......

Reports fuel speculation over potential challenger to FIFA presidency

Speculation is growing over who could challenge Gianni Infantino in the next FIFA presidential election, with media reports suggesting that discussions are taking place within parts of the international football community about potential alternative candidates. Infantino, who has led FIFA since 2016,......

Jean Lassalle launches crowdfunding campaign ahead of possible 2027 French presidential bid

Former presidential candidate Jean Lassalle has launched an online fundraising campaign to support a possible third run for France’s presidency in 2027, saying he wants to continue defending issues he believes are overlooked by traditional political forces. The former lawmaker announced the initiative......

Italy’s ruling coalition pushes ahead with election reform after parliamentary defeat

Italy’s governing coalition has reaffirmed its commitment to reforming the country’s electoral system despite suffering a narrow parliamentary setback over a key proposal linked to the changes. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s right-wing alliance said it would continue working on the......

Bukele secures New Ideas nomination for El Salvador's 2027 presidential election

President Nayib Bukele has secured the presidential nomination of El Salvador's ruling New Ideas party for the 2027 presidential election, positioning himself to seek another term in office after winning the party's primary process. The announcement confirms Bukele as the governing party's......

Brazil's Supreme Court bars Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting jailed father until election first round

Brazil's Supreme Court has prohibited presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, until after the first round of the country's October presidential election, escalating tensions surrounding one of Brazil's most closely watched political......

Brazil’s economy expected to maintain moderate growth after presidential election

Brazil’s economy is expected to continue expanding at a moderate pace after the country’s October presidential election, although analysts warn that weaker agricultural production and persistent fiscal pressures could limit stronger growth in the years ahead. A Reuters survey of economists......