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Netanyahu Accuses Spain of Hostility Towards Israel
Politicsvanguard-ng16m ago

Netanyahu Accuses Spain of Hostility Towards Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Spain of 'hostility' towards Israel, following Madrid's recognition of a Palestinian state in 2024, which has significantly strained relations between the two countries.

Singapore PM Pledges Fuel Security to Australia Amid New Agreement
PoliticsThe Guardian6h ago

Singapore PM Pledges Fuel Security to Australia Amid New Agreement

Singapore's Prime Minister has assured Australia that fuel supplies will not be cut, following a new agreement between the two nations. The agreement states that both countries will make maximum efforts to meet each other’s energy security needs in refined fuels and LNG.

Worldpublico23h ago

Poll shows majority of Hungarians want to remain in the EU

A recent survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations indicates that most Hungarians, including supporters of Prime Minister Orbán, wish for the country to remain part of the European Union. The poll also revealed divisions and skepticism regarding Ukraine.

Montenegro Aims for EU Membership by 2028
Politicsvijesti-mecdm-me1h ago2 sources

Montenegro Aims for EU Membership by 2028

Montenegrin Deputy Prime Minister Filip Ivanović stated that Montenegro has a realistic ambition to become the 28th member of the European Union by 2028, emphasizing the country's reform process.

Albanian Parliament to Discuss Arrest of Former Deputy PM Balluku
Politicsbalkan-web2h ago

Albanian Parliament to Discuss Arrest of Former Deputy PM Balluku

The Albanian Parliament's Council of Mandates is set to convene to discuss SPAK's request for the arrest of former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj (referred to as Balluku in the article), a move the Democratic Party group calls unprecedented as it precedes a Constitutional Court decision.

Trump urges Netanyahu to reduce Lebanon attacks amidst US-Iran ceasefire and peace talks
WorldAPAl JazeeraCNN+13fazder-standardrzeczpospolitatvn24delfi-ltn1-serbiaobservadorhindustan-times+5 more10h ago16 sources

Trump urges Netanyahu to reduce Lebanon attacks amidst US-Iran ceasefire and peace talks

Hours after President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut. Trump has since requested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reduce the intensity of attacks on Lebanon ahead of US-Iran peace negotiations in Pakistan.

Opinion: Can Passos Coelho Reform Portugal?
Politicsobservador15h ago

Opinion: Can Passos Coelho Reform Portugal?

An opinion piece questions whether former Prime Minister Passos Coelho could reform Portugal, pondering if the various factions dominating Portuguese society would allow structural reforms that might threaten their power.

Albanian High Court Upholds Travel Ban for Former Deputy PM Belinda Balluku
Politicsreporter-albalkan-web1d ago2 sources

Albanian High Court Upholds Travel Ban for Former Deputy PM Belinda Balluku

Albania's High Court has rejected the appeal of former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, upholding the ban on her leaving the country. Judge Ilir Panda ruled against returning Balluku's passport, which has been blocked since November 19, following accusations from SPAK (Special Anti-Corruption Structure).

Italian PM Meloni Addresses Parliament After Referendum Defeat
Politicsla-repubblicail-sole-24-ore1d ago2 sources

Italian PM Meloni Addresses Parliament After Referendum Defeat

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addressed Parliament, first the Chamber and then the Senate, to outline the government's program for the final year of the legislature following a referendum defeat. She stated there would be no restart or cabinet reshuffle.

Lars Løkke Rasmussen Sets Conditions for Danish Government Formation Talks
Politicsruvmorgunbladid34m ago2 sources

Lars Løkke Rasmussen Sets Conditions for Danish Government Formation Talks

Lars Løkke Rasmussen, leader of Denmark's Moderaterne party, has refused to attend further meetings with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen regarding government formation. He has set conditions, stating he will not continue attempts unless leaders from the Venstre and Konservative parties are invited to participate.

Finnish PM Orpo Clarifies Unemployment Benefit Rules
Politicsyle-uutiset55m ago

Finnish PM Orpo Clarifies Unemployment Benefit Rules

Finnish Prime Minister Orpo stated that working does not cut unemployment benefits, but every euro earned reduces support by 50 cents, a clarification that was questioned by an unemployment advocacy group and a claim by Minja Koskela.

Slovak Government Criticized for PM's Salary Hike Amidst Crisis
Worldaktuality-sk11h ago

Slovak Government Criticized for PM's Salary Hike Amidst Crisis

The Slovak government is facing criticism for increasing the Prime Minister's salary while local governments and citizens bear the brunt of the crisis. Political scientist Radoslav Štefančík argues that politicians should manage public affairs and lead by example, rather than governing like monarchs, especially when asking citizens for sacrifices.

Financestar-malaysia14h ago

Anwar: Soaring freight and fertiliser costs will hit Malaysians hard

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that escalating freight and fertilizer costs will significantly impact Malaysians. He expressed concern that these rising expenses will translate into higher prices for essential goods and agricultural products, disproportionately affecting the cost of living for the average Malaysian. The Prime Minister highlighted the challenges faced by the nation due to global supply chain disruptions and increased commodity prices, emphasizing the need for measures to cushion the blow on the populace.

Singapore Government Sets 25C Standard to Cut Air-Con Costs Amid Energy Crisis
BusinessBBC16h ago

Singapore Government Sets 25C Standard to Cut Air-Con Costs Amid Energy Crisis

Amid an ongoing energy crunch and rising energy prices, Singapore is taking steps to conserve energy. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong encouraged residents to use fans, and now government employees are asked to work in offices set to 25C to reduce air-conditioning costs, reflecting the nation's deep reliance on air conditioning and Asia's dependence on Gulf oil.