Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists that an IDF military operation in Rafah is necessary to eliminate Hamas, regardless of any potential hostage deal.
Lord Austin has been suspended from his role as a housing association chair after making a controversial post following Israel's implication that Hamas was operating under the UNRWA base in Gaza.
The House Ethics Committee has subpoenaed Rep. Matt Gaetz's ex-girlfriend to appear in a Zoom call as part of its reopened investigation into the Florida Republican, despite her intent to invoke her Fifth Amendment right.
The article discusses the impact and challenges presented by Russian opposition figures Boris Nemtsov and Alexei Navalny, who posed direct threats to Vladimir Putin's leadership through their charisma, political influence, and ability to mobilize the middle class, highlighting the stark generational contrast between the aging Putin and the youthful opposition figures.
Political Science Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Prof Ransford Gyampo, criticizes President Akufo-Addo's decision to reshuffle Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, arguing that he should have remained in his position to take full responsibility for the country's economic challenges.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed 81 Independent senators, transforming the Senate to make it less partisan, although critics argue that the appointment process is not truly independent and that the Senate reforms have led to a more chaotic policy-making process.
TDP Chief Chandrababu Naidu's wife, Nara Bhuvaneswari, reveals that her husband's first priority is the welfare of the people and an incident where he bought her a saree despite its terrible colors and design.
Sowore, a human rights activist, claims that supporters of President Bola Tinubu are now experiencing hunger and hardship, which he predicted would lead to a revolution in Nigeria.
President Biden faced backlash for his delayed visit to East Palestine, Ohio, following a hazardous train derailment, with critics highlighting his slow response and comparing it to former President Trump's prompt visit.
Meghan McCain criticized Tucker Carlson for his positive rhetoric during an interview with Vladimir Putin, linking it to the murder of Alexei Navalny.
Russian opposition figure Alexey Navalny's spokesperson has demanded that Navalny's body be handed over to his family immediately, accusing Russian officials of lying and delaying the process following his death in prison.
Russia's lower house of parliament Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin alleges that the United States, European Union, United Kingdom, and others are responsible for the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán addresses the political fallout of a presidential pardon scandal, expressing frustration with international allies and seeking to unify right-wing forces in Europe.
Fulton County district attorney Fani Willis' decision to have a romantic relationship with a co-worker has become a contentious issue, with critics reveling in the potential consequences it may have on her case against former President Donald Trump, while others view it as a distraction from the important aspects of the prosecution and believe she should remain on the case.
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders celebrated the 70th birthday of party president and former chief minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao, with a documentary screening, distribution of insurance papers and wheelchairs, and the cutting of a 70kg cake.
The majority of Bharatiya Janata Party leaders are opposed to joining an alliance with the Telugu Desam Party, expressing suspicion towards former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and believing that aligning with the TDP could hinder their chances of political emergence.
The Scottish Labour Party's conference has passed a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with Scottish leader Anas Sarwar advocating for an immediate ceasefire while UK leader Sir Keir Starmer wants a sustainable end to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
A draft bill being circulated among lawmakers in Alabama aims to strip the Alabama Ethics Commission of its authority, make ethics crimes into civil offenses, and allow public officials to engage in deals with family members without consequences.
Congress leader Kamal Nath's switch to the Bharatiya Janata Party is hinted at by his close associate, who stated that his self-respect had been hurt, although no decision has been made yet.
Former national security adviser John Bolton criticizes the Biden administration's blame on Russian President Vladimir Putin for the death of Alexei Navalny, arguing that it encourages Russia and demonstrates Putin's strength.
As the war between Ukraine and Russia reaches its second anniversary, concerns are growing that Ukraine may be left without aid from the US as more aid becomes stalled in the Republican-held House.
Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party have urged the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government to step down if it cannot effectively address the economic challenges facing Nigeria, citing rising food prices and economic difficulties as major concerns.
The former Commissioner of Rawalpindi in Pakistan resigned and made allegations of electoral rigging, prompting demands for evidence from the Chief Justice and calls for resignations from various political leaders.
More than 170 people have been detained in Russia at memorials and protests honoring opposition leader Alexey Navalny, who died in a penal colony, prompting condemnation from world leaders and an outpouring of grief among his supporters.
Amidst the legislative crisis over the reauthorization of Section 702, a threat from Russia regarding anti-satellite nuclear weapons caused chaos and attention in the Intelligence Committee and the Capitol. However, Representative Jim Himes explains that the threat was not immediate, and there is more concern over the potential militarization of space and the need for international cooperation in addressing this issue.
Kamala Harris ignored calls from her staff to investigate Herbalife for pyramid-scheme behavior while serving as Attorney General of California, despite the recommendations to interview former distributors, subpoena documents, and deploy undercover investigators to hold the company accountable.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is continuing with his duties and international engagements as normal, despite being the first Cabinet secretary to be impeached since 1876, with the White House aiming to demonstrate that it is business as usual and to portray Republicans as consumed by partisan vendettas rather than addressing the crisis at the southern border.
Republican lawmakers are accusing the State Department of threatening to obstruct their investigation into government censorship of companies in the United States, prompting tensions between U.S. officials and congressional investigators.
Nawaz Sharif stepped aside as Pakistan's prime minister for a record fourth term in order to allow his daughter Maryam to become Punjab's chief minister, after being given two options by the all-powerful army.
BRS party in Telangana is facing a defensive position as many of its leaders plan to join Congress, with BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy predicting CM Revanth Reddy will be sent to jail in under six months due to the impending vote-for-note case, causing a verbal confrontation between the parties ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar responded to Lalu Prasad Yadav's invitation to return to the alliance by stating that he doesn't pay attention to such comments and that he left the alliance because things were not going well.
President Joe Biden knowingly kept classified materials at home for years and failed to turn them in, according to a report by special counsel Robert Hur, though evidence of "willful retention" wasn't strong enough to warrant prosecution, leading to concerns from national security experts about the potential risks posed by such actions.
Defiant TDP MP Kesineni Nani, who was ousted from the party, is determined to uproot TDP in Vijayawada and has joined YSR Congress to sweep the segment, with YS Jagan's trust and respect; however, analysts note that voting patterns may change once the TDP-Janasena-BJP alliance is finalized.
A St. Petersburg priest has been detained for planning a memorial service for deceased Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, leading to widespread arrests and warnings against attending demonstrations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges the West to take action to defeat Russia, calling for the closure of loopholes in sanctions, seizing frozen assets, and support for the Ukrainian Peace Formula to restore a rules-based world order.
The arrest of FBI informant Alexander Smirnov, who fabricated claims about Hunter Biden's involvement with a Ukrainian energy company, undermines the narrative of the "Biden crime family" promoted by Republicans and Fox News.
Former Navy SEAL Dave Lopez, known for his ties to Trump affiliates and Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.), was involved in an extraordinary business deal in Haiti, where he gained control of an island seized by the government and planned to build a multi-billion dollar resort, despite allegations of corruption and lack of progress on the project.
Relations between Egypt and Ethiopia are strained due to disagreements over the Renaissance Dam and Ethiopia's disregard for water-sharing agreements, risking escalation and necessitating immediate attention. (Summary 1) Scholarship programs in Saudi Arabia go beyond obtaining degrees and foster cultural exchanges, historical understanding, and experiential learning, benefiting the kingdom by implementing the best scientific practices and advancing its health system. (Summary 2) Journalists should prioritize getting the scoop and engaging with individuals they disagree with, as exemplified by Tucker Carlson's interview with Russian President Putin, which represents the ideological clash between isolationists and internationalists. (Summary 3) Dr. Nawaf Salam's rise to the presidency of the Court of Justice, despite opposition from the United States, showcases his international credibility and has significant implications on the ongoing judicial dispute between South Africa and Israel. (Summary 4)
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is facing a scandal and public outrage after it was revealed that his government pardoned a man convicted of covering up sexual abuse at a children's home, dealing a blow to his party's image and potentially weakening Hungary's influence in the upcoming European elections.
Dr. Rahul Gupta, the director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, has been accused by current and former officials of creating a toxic work environment and prioritizing his political aspirations over addressing the US addiction and overdose epidemic.
With U.S. aid for Ukraine hanging in the balance, House Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership will determine whether more aid is approved or if the U.S. commitment to Ukraine fades away, putting the embattled democracy at risk.
Daily Kos expresses solidarity with the Black community and provides ways to get involved in the upcoming elections.
Israel killed Palestinian police protecting a U.N. aid convoy in Gaza, causing Palestinian police to refuse protection for convoys and hinder aid deliveries, according to the U.S. envoy for humanitarian issues.
Alexei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition leader, has died in prison at the age of 47, with US President Joe Biden blaming Vladimir Putin for his death and Navalny's wife calling on the world to "punish" Putin.
The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny sends a chilling message about Vladimir Putin's grip on power and his confidence in the face of international condemnation, according to New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart. They express concerns that the US response may not be strong enough and that some members of Congress are unmoved by the facts and unwilling to challenge Putin's aggression. On a domestic front, they discuss the legal blows faced by former President Donald Trump, including a major civil fraud case and the upcoming hush money payment case.
Former army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa and spy chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed were alleged to have orchestrated the 2022 vote of no-confidence that led to Imran Khan's removal, according to JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rahman, although he later clarified that he had mistakenly mentioned the ex-spy chief's name.
The PTI plans to launch nationwide protests against alleged election rigging while sitting on the opposition benches in national and provincial assemblies, and efforts continue for back-channel contacts with the PPP.
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, who was a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin's government, has died in a penal colony under mysterious circumstances, joining a growing list of high-profile Russians who have died under questionable circumstances after challenging the Kremlin.
Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny's death has drawn attention to Tucker Carlson, a right-wing talk show host who recently interviewed Vladimir Putin and has faced backlash for his interviews and social media posts.
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is promising new laws in response to a child sexual abuse scandal that has led to mass protests and resignations.