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Nepal's Ex-PM Oli Arrested Over Fatal Protest Crackdown
PoliticsBBCpublicohotnews+10indian-expressiefimeridaKorea Heraldbalkan-webnewsbeastavgiexpress-tribunegeo-news+2 more8h ago13 sources

Nepal's Ex-PM Oli Arrested Over Fatal Protest Crackdown

Former Nepali Prime Minister K.P. Oli has been arrested in connection with his alleged role in a fatal protest crackdown last year that led to the ousting of his government.

UK probes if Epstein used airbases for trafficking girls amid Andrew scrutiny
PoliticsSCMPtvn2429d ago2 sources

UK probes if Epstein used airbases for trafficking girls amid Andrew scrutiny

British Defence Secretary John Healey has ordered a review of military files for any evidence that Jeffrey Epstein used airbases to traffic girls into the UK. Healey has tasked officials with trawling through more than two decades of Ministry of Defence (MoD) records and handing over to police any flight logs linked to the late paedophile financier. It comes after former prime minister Gordon Brown wrote to six police forces demanding investigations into whether Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor use...

Former Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli Arrested Over Deadly Protest Crackdown
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Former Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli Arrested Over Deadly Protest Crackdown

Nepal's former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested along with a former home minister over their alleged roles in a deadly protest crackdown that killed over 70 people, just a day after a new government was sworn in. Reports confirm at least 77 people were killed in the anti-corruption youth uprising.

Former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin Dies at 88
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Former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin Dies at 88

Lionel Jospin, who served as France's Prime Minister from 1997 to 2002 and was known as the architect of the 35-hour work week, has passed away at 88, with tributes pouring in from across French and international media.

Czech President Pavel and Former PM Babiš Debate NATO Spending Commitments
Politicsirozhlas9d ago

Czech President Pavel and Former PM Babiš Debate NATO Spending Commitments

Czech President Petr Pavel has warned the government to increase defense spending to meet NATO commitments, emphasizing that failing to do so endangers Czech security; former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš commented that he could better explain the reasons for the Czech Republic's unfulfilled obligations at the upcoming NATO summit.

Alexis Tsipras Outlines Vision for Greece's New Beginning
Politicsnaftemporikinewsbeast10d ago2 sources

Alexis Tsipras Outlines Vision for Greece's New Beginning

Former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras presented his vision for a "national compass" for a new beginning for Greece, focusing on rapid geopolitical developments during an event in Alexandroupolis. He also attacked the current government's foreign policy and corruption, outlining his own political framework.

Imran’s sisters protest after being stopped outside Adiala jail
PoliticsDawn18d ago

Imran’s sisters protest after being stopped outside Adiala jail

• Aleema links international situation with ex-premier’s conviction • PTI rejects PM’s austerity measures as ‘cosmetic, eyewash’ ISLAMABAD: Sisters of former prime minister Imran Khan were again stopped at a check post outside Adiala jail on Tuesday, pro­m­p­ting them to stage a sit-in while some Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) workers who tried to move towards the jail were pushed back by police. Aleema Khan, while speaking to media persons outside the jail, said it was unfortunate that famil...

Former PM Ponta's Daughter Returns to Romania
Politicsdigi2422d ago

Former PM Ponta's Daughter Returns to Romania

The daughter of former Prime Minister Victor Ponta, whose situation caused a public scandal involving her family and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reportedly returned to Romania on Friday, March 6, via a commercial flight.

New Zealanders Emigrating, Former PM Included
Politicsjutarnji-list26d ago

New Zealanders Emigrating, Former PM Included

New Zealand is experiencing a record trend of citizens leaving the country, mostly for Australia in search of a 'better life', a decision now also made by the famous former Prime Minister.

Unification Church fights liquidation ruling in Japan
PoliticsSCMP26d ago

Unification Church fights liquidation ruling in Japan

The Unification Church, a controversial South Korea-founded religious group, is set to return to court in Japan to fight a liquidation ruling, following its connection to the 2022 assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe.

Tribute to Davíð Oddsson in Iceland
Politicsruv27d ago

Tribute to Davíð Oddsson in Iceland

Davíð Oddsson, a former Prime Minister of Iceland, is being remembered, with many acknowledging his significant impact on the country, stating 'Davíð Oddsson changed Iceland'.

Epstein Scandal Continues to Unfold
PoliticsFrance 24jutarnji-listdh-les-sports29d ago3 sources

Epstein Scandal Continues to Unfold

Resignations are mounting and a former prime minister is hospitalized amidst the ongoing Epstein scandal, which continues to reveal deep connections between politics, business, academia, and the disgraced financier.

Man arrested after Churchill statue outside UK parliament sprayed with graffiti
PoliticsThe Guardiandigi24n1-serbia29d ago3 sources

Man arrested after Churchill statue outside UK parliament sprayed with graffiti

Met arrest man on suspicion of racially aggravated criminal damage after slogans including ‘Zionist war criminal’ sprayed A 38-year-old man has been arrested after the statue of Winston Churchill outside the Houses of Parliament was defaced with graffiti calling the former prime minister a “Zionist war criminal”. The Metropolitan police said the man was arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated criminal damage on Friday morning. Continue reading...

Jean Castex's Smooth Start as Head of SNCF
Businessle-figaro1mo ago

Jean Castex's Smooth Start as Head of SNCF

Jean Castex, former Prime Minister, has taken a less abrupt approach in his first months as the head of the French national railway company, SNCF, focusing on field visits and detailed briefings.

Spanish Government Declassifies Secret Documents on 1981 23-F Coup Attempt
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

Spanish Government Declassifies Secret Documents on 1981 23-F Coup Attempt

The Spanish government has published declassified documents, including transcripts and police files, related to the 1981 23-F coup attempt. Former Prime Minister Felipe González has also spoken in the Senate, advocating for full declassification and a guaranteeing law, while defending King Juan Carlos I's role.

France Bids Farewell to Former PM Lionel Jospin in National Tribute
Politicsle-mondeFrance 24dh-les-sports+2iefimeridakuwait-times2d ago5 sources

France Bids Farewell to Former PM Lionel Jospin in National Tribute

France held a national tribute led by President Emmanuel Macron to bid farewell to former prime minister Lionel Jospin, hailing the influential left-wing statesman credited with modernizing the nation and introducing the 35-hour work week.

Denmark's World Cup Bid Gains New Meaning Amidst Greenland Tensions with Trump
WorldYahoo3d ago

Denmark's World Cup Bid Gains New Meaning Amidst Greenland Tensions with Trump

Denmark's former Prime Minister and current 'kingmaker,' Lars Løkke Rasmussen, has emerged as a significant political figure, credited with de-escalating tensions with Donald Trump over Greenland. Now, Denmark's World Cup bid takes on new meaning in the context of Trump's Greenland fixation, as the team aims for qualification.

PTI signals drive for Imran’s release ‘after Eid’
PoliticsDawnexpress-tribune15d ago2 sources

PTI signals drive for Imran’s release ‘after Eid’

ISLAMABAD: Warning the federal government against what it described as “criminal negligence” in former prime minister Imr­an Khan’s medical care, the PTI has hinted at lau­n­ching a massive movement for his release after Eid. At a press conference on Friday, PTI leaders reiterated their demand for Mr Khan’s immediate transfer to Shifa International Hospital, saying that any further delay could have serious consequences. They said the party had made every possible effort to secure appropriate ...

Former PM Samaras Criticizes Greek PM Mitsotakis
Politicsnaftemporiki17d ago

Former PM Samaras Criticizes Greek PM Mitsotakis

Former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras launched new attacks against Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during a parliamentary discussion on an energy ministry bill, questioning Mitsotakis's remarks about 'professional worriers'.

Tony Blair Warns Against Digital ID Failure
PoliticsThe Independent18d ago

Tony Blair Warns Against Digital ID Failure

Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has cautioned that the government's digital ID plan must not become another failure, urging a focus on public trust and avoiding bureaucratic delays.

Former BOR Officers Charged in Beata Szydło Accident Case
Politicstvn2422d ago

Former BOR Officers Charged in Beata Szydło Accident Case

The Regional Prosecutor's Office in Białystok has charged a fourth former officer of the Government Protection Bureau (BOR), now with the State Protection Service (SOP), with making false statements related to the accident involving former Prime Minister Beata Szydło.

Concerns about Imran’s health echo across UK Parliament
PoliticsDawn1mo ago

Concerns about Imran’s health echo across UK Parliament

The imprisonment and reported deteriorating health of former prime minister Imran Khan came under sustained scrutiny in the UK Parliament on Tuesday. Peers across party lines pressed the Labour government to intensify diplomatic engagement with Islamabad and consider linking aid and trade to human rights benchmarks. The issue was raised during oral questions led by Labour peer Baroness Alexander of Cleveden, who asked about discussions with the government of Pakistan regarding Imran’s incarce...

The PM who turned PI: why is Gordon Brown delving so deep into the Epstein files?
PoliticsThe Guardian1mo ago

The PM who turned PI: why is Gordon Brown delving so deep into the Epstein files?

Brown is said to be driven by moral anger but insiders suggest he may feel guilty for bringing Peter Mandelson back into government Before Gordon Brown sent a draft of his 6 February comment piece on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal to the Guardian for publication, he asked friends whether he had gone too far. The former prime minister had written that he found it “hard to find words to express my revulsion at what has been uncovered about Epstein and his impact on our politics” and the “time is o...