The president of the Party of Freedom and Justice (SSP) committee in Stari Grad, Vladimir Marković, stated that the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) has failed to meet deadlines for the reconstruction of the Milan Gale Muškatirović pool.
Hungary's ruling party faces accusations of sabotaging pipelines and money laundering by Ukraine, while new revelations highlight its close ties to Moscow and Tehran, all playing an outsized role in the upcoming election.
Marina Raguš, a member of the Presidency of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), stated after a party meeting that the exact date of upcoming elections was not discussed by the ruling party's leadership.
Chong Won-o, a former three-term district chief, has been confirmed as the ruling Democratic Party of Korea's candidate for the Seoul mayoral race. He will represent the party in the upcoming June local election.
Gazment Bardhi of the Democratic Party accused the Socialist Party of doing everything to prevent the opposition's role in Parliament, stating the majority has rejected all opposition initiatives.
Zimbabwe's ruling party has unveiled a draft law that would strip voters of the chance to elect the president, a move that has put Zimbabweans at loggerheads.
The corruption trial has commenced for José Luis Ábalos, Spain's former Minister of Transport and a key figure in Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's rise, a case that is causing significant discomfort for the ruling party.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday stepped up his threat to hit Iran's critical infrastructure hard if the country's government doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his Monday deadline. Trump punctuated his threat with profanity in a social media post Sunday, saying that Tuesday will be “Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.” He also offered details of the rescue of a “seriously wounded and really brave” US service member he identified as a “respected colonel” who w
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria is facing a deepening internal crisis, with power plays and conflicts threatening the former ruling party's existence.
European prosecutors are probing an increasing number of Greece's ruling party politicians for potentially skimming EU farm subsidies, widening an almost year-long scandal. This follows the European Prosecutor's Office filing a new case against Greek MPs related to the OPEKEPE case, with two case files on OPEKEPE now submitted to Parliament, revealing interventions and conversations between MPs and ministers.
Japan's ruling coalition intends to hold a vote on the current fiscal year's budget bill in the House of Councillors as early as next week, seeking cooperation from parties like the Japan Conservative Party to secure its passage despite not holding a majority.
Moldova's ruling party has declined a visit to Tbilisi, Georgia, citing poor bilateral relations. The delegation was to be led by pro-Russian lawmaker Bogdan Țîrdea and former President Igor Dodon.
Slobodan Cvejić, Vice President of the Serbia Centre (SRCE) party, has accused the government of using alternative investment funds for money laundering, suggesting that ruling party representatives fear potential investigations into the origin of their funds.
Kosovo's ruling Vetëvendosje Movement (LVV) has called for inter-party cooperation to elect the new president, but the opposition Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK) has accused them of intentionally delaying the process.
Representatives of the MAN party, led by Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban, staged a protest outside the Moldovan parliament, bringing canisters labeled 'diesel' and 'gasoline' to criticize rising fuel prices and accuse the ruling party.
Nikola Jovanović, director of the Center for Local Self-Government (CLS), stated that the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) intends to shut down the University of Belgrade.
A Serbian opinion piece critically examines the outcomes of recent local elections in ten municipalities, describing the ruling party's declared "absolute domination" as a "Pyrrhic victory."
Results from local elections in 10 Serbian municipalities have provided both the ruling party and the opposition with a strong starting position ahead of the parliamentary campaign.
A US lawmaker has issued a warning regarding killings in Nigeria's Plateau and Kaduna states, while the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) as a threat to multiparty democracy.
Japan's ruling party has abandoned its goal of passing the new fiscal year budget within the current fiscal year, though it still aims for the earliest possible passage, while the opposition demands more thorough deliberation.
The Lithuanian opposition has spoken of chaos, criticizing Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė's foreign policy and individual ruling party initiatives for breaking established foreign policy lines, suggesting the President might miss the conservatives.
As the fiscal year-end approaches, Japan's ruling party is advocating for the swift passage of the new fiscal year budget bill, while opposition parties are calling for more thorough deliberation, deeming an in-year passage difficult.
Janko Veselinović of the Party of Freedom and Justice (SSP) has accused the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) of preparing new laws, dubbed 'Mrdić's laws,' aimed at establishing absolute control over the education system, a claim echoed by other opposition figures.
A new documentary, 'The Price of the Vote,' claims that Hungary's ruling party employs various tactics, including intimidation and vote buying, to secure votes in the country's smaller localities.
Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU PF party is reportedly seeking to expand its power by proposing a constitutional change that would have the president elected by parliament instead of directly by the people, with critics facing suppression.
During a parliamentary debate on femicide, representatives from Croatia's ruling HDZ and DP parties left the hall, which the opposition views as an argument for establishing an investigative commission on the protection of women from violence.
A film quoting voters, mayors, and a police officer alleges that money and drugs are being offered to pressure people to back Hungary's ruling party ahead of the election.
Moldova's ruling party, PAS, confirmed it will not abandon its controversial plan to grant parliament the right to dissolve local administrations, though mayors may be an exception.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and the government have agreed to submit an extra budget bill to the National Assembly next week. This measure aims to mitigate the economic impacts on vulnerable sectors caused by a prolonged war.
Jamaat has claimed that members of the ruling party on a committee reviewing ordinances are attempting to repeal the referendum ordinance in Bangladesh.
The elective national convention of the ruling party is scheduled to hold òn 27 and 28 March at the Eagle Square, Abuja.
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Slovenia's recent election saw the ruling party receive more votes than anticipated, while the Orbán-friendly opposition garnered less, and the anti-globalist 'Truth' party successfully entered parliament, potentially altering the balance of power.
Segun Showunmi, a chieftain of Nigeria's Ogun PDP, stated that the struggles faced by political parties are due to internal crises and lack of cohesion, rather than persecution by the ruling party.
Insiders reveal reasons behind the Finnish Centre Party's plummeting support, even as the former ruling party has an open door to the next government. Some party leaders are hesitant to join a coalition given the current situation.
Slovenia's ruling Freedom Movement party, led by Robert Golob, won the elections with approximately 28.58% of the votes and 29 parliamentary seats, a significant decrease from its previous performance.
Slovenia's ruling Freedom Party, led by Premier Golob, is reportedly beleaguered by scandals and trails the right-conservative Janša party by less than one percentage point in parliamentary election polls.
A student's diary entry by Luka Pešić reflects on the treatment of students as 'terrorists' and expresses concerns about the beginning of 'revanchism' by the ruling party in Serbia, following incidents like a colleague being detained for poster-sticking.
The South Korean government, ruling Democratic Party, and presidential office have agreed to draw up a supplementary budget worth 25 trillion won ($16.59 billion) to cushion the economic impact of the Middle East conflict.
Croatia's ruling party, HDZ, sharply criticized opposition politician Siniša Hajdaš Dončić, expressing relief that he lacks the opportunity to implement his 'brilliant' ideas.
The TMC supremo alleged that the SIR exercise, which the ruling party claimed had led to large-scale deletions of voter names, was part of a "broader attempt" to influence the electoral process in…
The opposition in the Podgorica Assembly successfully prevented the ruling party's attempt to introduce forced administration by voting against shortening the mandate of the Capital City Assembly, as the initiative failed to secure the required absolute majority of 30 votes.
Japan's opposition parties are strongly requesting a provisional budget due to expected delays in passing the new fiscal year's budget. The ruling party is discussing the matter with the government, aiming for early passage but acknowledging the need for opposition cooperation.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and the government have agreed on measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises and micro business owners, aiming to cushion them from the impact of rising oil prices.
Japan's ruling party is preparing for intensive deliberations on the new fiscal year budget bill, aiming for its passage by year-end, while the opposition demands a provisional budget to ensure sufficient review time.
The Seimas Legal Department rejected a proposal by Lithuania's ruling party to amend the Seimas statute, which aimed to prevent politicians from 'abusing the right of legislative initiative'.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Sukhanand was gheraoed and subsequently evacuated by police in Punjab, as the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) accused the ruling party of 'stealing' the block samiti chief poll in Baghapurana.
Albanian Democratic Party Secretary-General Flamur Noka responded to Taulant Balla's comments, accusing the ruling Socialist Party of holding Peleshi hostage with solar panels in Kolonjë and vowing that the Democratic Party will dismantle them one by one.
The APC’s National Publicity Secretary claims recent PDP defections are an endorsement of the ruling party, saying the PDP can no longer function.
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After the veto on SAFE, the right-wing camp gained political cohesion. But the polarizing logic of this decision paradoxically makes it also beneficial for the ruling party.
The contentious debate over prosecution reform has intensified after a journalist alleged that allies of President Lee Jae Myung sought to persuade prosecutors to drop criminal charges against him. The allegation, denied by the ruling camp, has deepened opposition claims that the Lee administration’s push for prosecution reform cannot be separated from the president’s own legal jeopardy. The ruling Democratic Party of Korea took legal action against the journalist for defaming the president and
Anti-government demonstrators in Cuba attacked a Communist Party office in Morón, a city several hundred kilometers from the capital Havana. This incident marks a direct confrontation with the ruling party.
The budget for the Municipality of Pljevlja has been adopted, with the opposition criticizing it for lacking a developmental character, while the ruling party asserts it is a realistic and sustainable document.
Rep. Yang Moon-seok of South Korea's ruling Democratic Party has been stripped of his assembly seat after the Supreme Court upheld his fraud conviction, with Yang reportedly considering an appeal against the ruling.
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The Democratic Party of Korea has formally requested a parliamentary probe into what it claims are politically motivated indictments and evidence manipulation in seven criminal cases against liberal figures.
A tug-of-war continues between Japan's ruling and opposition parties regarding the passage of the new fiscal year budget bill through the House of Representatives, with the ruling party seeking cooperation from the Democratic Party for the People.
Ahead of local elections in 10 Serbian municipalities, four out of six electoral lists in Lučani are reportedly under the control of the ruling party, bearing similar names to the sole opposition list supported by students.
A Serbian newspaper criticizes the current political climate, suggesting that while the opposition is fragmented, the ruling party's 'advanced electoral engineering' is actively working, warning that the current times could be detrimental to the nation.
Rasa Nedeljkov, Program Director of the Center for Research, Transparency and Accountability (CRTA), stated that 12 fake ruling party lists have been identified so far in the local elections campaign, with more suspected.
‘Despite the death of a sitting MLA belonging to the ruling party, there has been no visible accountability for those responsible for the assault,’ the Thanlon unit of the BJP says in a statement
The Japanese Prime Minister has urged members of the ruling party to unite and work towards fulfilling campaign promises, including 'responsible proactive fiscal policy.' The call comes as the party prepares for the upcoming unified local elections, aiming for a decisive victory.
A joint investigation by prosecutors and police in South Korea has cleared Democratic Party Rep. Chun Jae-soo, a Busan mayor candidate, of bribery allegations linked to a broader Unification Church scandal.
Benin is gearing up for its presidential election, featuring only two candidates: the favored contender from the ruling party and a moderate opposition candidate.
Experts in Tanzania are advocating for spending curbs as the ruling party, CCM, promotes a fuel subsidy. This situation highlights a debate over economic policy and fiscal responsibility in the country.
Nigeria's ADC party declared its intention to contest the 2027 general election on its own platform, with its chairman accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress and President Bola Tinubu of attempting to weaken opposition parties.
Members of Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party confirmed that a US delegation is expected to visit in April. This visit comes amidst largely frozen bilateral ties between Tbilisi and Washington, with hopes for a 'reset'.
Mamata Banerjee made a controversial statement, which the BJP criticized as an attempt to appease minority voters and labeled the ruling party in Bengal as "anti-Hindu."
North Macedonia's political parties, particularly the ruling VMRO DPMNE, possess significant real estate portfolios worth millions. The main ruling party's holdings are reportedly ten times larger than its chief rival's.
Cape Verde's ruling MpD party has presented its renewed lists for the upcoming elections, with President Ulisses Correia e Silva seeking a third consecutive term, while the opposition PAICV fields its president and capital mayor, Francisco Carvalho.
The political landscape in Nigeria is rife with permutations for the 2027 elections, as factions within the ruling party and opposition strategize, with divisions emerging between North and South.
Savo Manojlović, leader of the Kreni-Promeni movement, stated that recent local election results indicate a continued decline in support for the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), accompanied by increased pressure and violence.
Moldova's Parliament has denounced agreements establishing the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), with the ruling party calling it a natural step towards European integration, while opposition communists criticized the move.
Moldova's ruling Action and Solidarity (PAS) party has responded to criticism from communists regarding the country's withdrawal from key CIS agreements, stating they 'do not tolerate double standards' and affirming Moldova's European course.
Lithuania's Central Election Commission has decided to withhold six months of state funding from the populist ruling party "Nemunas Dawn" due to serious legal violations.
A delegation of Moldovan opposition deputies, led by Bogdan Țîrdea, is on an official visit to Georgia to participate in an inter-parliamentary friendship group meeting, while the ruling PAS party declined the invitation.
Allegations have surfaced that the director of the Slovak National Museum in Martin, an active member of the ruling Smer-SD party's district council, is controlling the party's Facebook page.
Svetlana Majski, a teacher and leader of the "Voice of Youth of Kula" list, announced that her list received more votes than the ruling SNS party in Kula, Serbia, despite significant pressures.
During a session of the Serbian Parliament's Committee for Control of Security Services, opposition and ruling party MPs expressed diametrically opposed views on the work of state security services and the committee itself.
The opposition in Niš has announced a boycott of today's 'urgent' election for a new City Assembly president, following the previous president's conviction, raising questions about whether the ruling party will have a quorum.
Serbia's ruling Progressive Party experienced a less dominant performance in recent local elections, suggesting a decline in its 'invincible aura' even in rural areas. Observers from CRTA noted that the elections were perceived as a high-risk operation for citizens.
Mongolia's ruling party has selected a new candidate for prime minister, Uchral Nyam-Osor, after the previous head of government resigned after only nine months on the job.
A commentary by Martin Behul discusses Andrej Danko's (SNS leader) political aspirations, suggesting his dream of transforming the Slovak National Party into a 'Slovak Fidesz' (inspired by Hungary's ruling party) could turn into a nightmare.
Political analyst Gábor Török suggests that discussions are increasing within Hungary's ruling party circles regarding the perceived incompetence of Fidesz campaign manager Balázs Orbán, noting that the current campaign is dominated by increasingly primitive 'Ukrainization'.
The British Green Party has seen a surge in popularity, surpassing the ruling party and tripling its membership, following a new leader's transformation of the party into a populist left-wing force.
As the fiscal year-end approaches, the Japanese government plans to submit a provisional budget bill to the Diet on the 27th to prepare for unforeseen circumstances. Despite the ruling party's aim to pass the new fiscal year's budget within the current year, views are spreading that approval within the fiscal year is difficult due to scheduling issues in the House of Councillors Budget Committee.
N1 Serbia reports on allegations that the ruling SNS party paid extras to fill an arena for a rally, raising questions about the justification of costs and potential abuses.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko visited North Korea, where he held talks with leader Kim Jong Un, signed a friendship and cooperation treaty, and exchanged gifts, including Lukashenko presenting an assault rifle to Kim, further solidifying their anti-Western alliance and criticizing Western pressure.
The election campaign in ten Serbian municipalities concluded, marked by the ruling party's extensive use and alleged misuse of state resources, resembling a national election effort. The campaign also featured large rallies and messages focused on national issues.
Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.
The Japan Federation of Bar Associations (JFBA) has criticized the government and ruling party's consideration of making arms exports generally possible, stating it fundamentally undermines Japan's identity as a peace-loving nation based on its constitution.
Benin's ruling party presidential candidate has pledged to establish municipal police forces in northern border towns to defend against persistent attacks from jihadist groups.
Known economist and former MP Markéta Šichtařová has remarried shortly after her divorce and has intensified her criticism of the government, also addressing whether she will leave the ruling party.
The EU has expressed deep concern over allegations that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó leaked sensitive information to Russia, prompting the EU Commission to demand explanations and Hungary's opposition to call for an investigation, with Szijjártó now confirming he contacts Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and allegedly sought support for a Slovak politician in 2020, while other EU foreign ministers express serious concerns.
Marko Miletić, editor of Mašina portal, commented on the upcoming local elections in Serbia on March 29, stating that the ruling party is utilizing all its resources to achieve a favorable outcome for itself.
Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is preparing a new reform package aimed at tightening financial and administrative oversight of municipalities, a move expected to impact opposition-run cities.
The Serbia Centre party questioned the government and relevant ministries about the presence of dozens of state vehicles at a Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) rally in front of the Belgrade Arena.
Japan's ruling party is negotiating with the government regarding a provisional budget, aiming for its passage by the end of the fiscal year while considering the Prime Minister's intentions amidst ongoing budget deliberations.
Serbia's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) held a large rally in Belgrade, where President Aleksandar Vučić urged supporters for a local election sweep, while a research bureau accused him of violating election recommendations and an association condemned the obstruction of journalists covering the event.
Former US President Donald Trump sent a video message supporting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at a rally, ahead of Hungary's parliamentary elections in April where Orbán's ruling party faces challenges.
India's BRS party announced it will move a private member bill concerning the Congress party's 'six guarantees' during the ongoing legislative session, with KTR alleging the ruling party deceived voters with unfulfilled pre-poll promises.
India's political class is urged to come together on the Iran war, as the country's stance continues to fuel a foreign policy debate influenced by U.S.-Israel dynamics.
Transparency Serbia has filed complaints with the Anti-Corruption Agency regarding alleged irregularities during the campaign for the March 29 local elections. The complaints highlight concerns that the ruling party is claiming public works as its own achievements.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is set to push for the passage of key prosecution reform bills aimed at separating investigative and indictment powers, despite protests from the main opposition party.
Borko Stefanović, Deputy President of the Freedom and Justice Party (SSP), commented on Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić's statement in Brussels, accusing the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) of desiring 'peace' only to avoid disturbance in their 'plunder and violence'.
North Korea's ruling Workers' Party announced a landslide victory in the 2026 parliamentary elections, with over 99.93% of votes cast for approved candidates, according to state media.
Former Public Defender Ucha Nanuashvili said on March 17 that he has been summoned by Georgia’s State Security Service (SSSG) over his “communication” with an expert of the OSCE Moscow Mechanism, days after the publication of the critical report that noted “marked democratic backsliding” in Georgia. The summons comes as Georgia’s ruling party officials, including …
A crisis concerning Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has become a point of contention in the Indian Parliament, with the opposition blaming the government and the ruling party accusing the opposition of inciting anarchy.
The Lok Sabha rejected by voice vote, on March 11, a resolution under Article 94(C) of the Constitution for the removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla from office, but only after a hostile debate on…
The new fiscal year budget bill is set to begin substantive deliberation in Japan's House of Councillors from March 16, with the government and ruling party needing opposition cooperation for its approval within the fiscal year.
Lukas Savickas, elder of the 'For Lithuania' Democratic faction in the Seimas, believes the ruling party's decision not to participate in the no-confidence vote against Speaker Juozas Olekas stems from Olekas' own uncertainty about coalition support.
Long, daily blackouts, exacerbated by a US oil blockade, have pushed Cuban residents to protest, leading to an attack on the ruling party's office. Havana has acknowledged talks with the US to de-escalate the situation.
“The loss of some governors and lawmakers to the ruling party and other political parties does not show we are finished at all,” he said.
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Milorad Dodik, leader of the ruling party in Republika Srpska, threatened to ban gatherings of former members of the Croatian Defense Council (HVO) on the entity's territory, aligning with demands from an organization made the previous day.
A Turkish appeals court has upheld prison sentences for two men who livestreamed police officers while waiting for the traffic police to arrive after reporting what they said was an illegally parked luxury car belonging to a lawmaker from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling party, the pro-opposition Halk TV reported. The Bursa Regional Court of […]
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Greece’s ruling New Democracy party has widened its lead in the latest opinion polls, with a new survey by Pulse for Skai TV showing an upward trend for ND, as the escalating conflict in the Middle East becomes a primary driver of voter sentiment and economic concern.
The Japanese government has informed the ruling party that a Japan-US summit meeting between Prime Minister Takaichi and President Trump is being arranged for March 19. Foreign Minister Motegi and Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Akazawa are expected to accompany the Prime Minister.
South Korea's ruling party and government have announced reform measures for NongHyup following a corruption scandal, aiming to address systemic issues within the agricultural cooperative.
Critics of the Serbian government warn that those repeatedly surprised by 'phantom lists' in elections should reconsider their understanding of the electoral process under the ruling party, suggesting that the integrity of the elections is compromised.
Communal inspectors have initiated proceedings against residents of a building in New Belgrade who reportedly prevented activists of the ruling party from painting its facade. The inspectors are set to issue fines to the rebellious residents.
The Opposition MLAs caused a ruckus in the House alleging that the BJP leader Vinayak Tamrakar was involved in the farming in Durg district and claimed that he enjoyed protection from the ruling party
The deadline for submitting candidate lists for local elections in ten municipalities on March 29 has passed, revealing confusion in Smederevska Palanka. Students reportedly will not join the opposition, and questions are being raised about certain candidates, including 'Alek' and 'Kaluđer,' and whether some are 'cuckoo's eggs' of the ruling party.
Kosovo's ruling party, Vetëvendosje (LVV), has officially appealed to the Constitutional Court against President Vjosa Osmani's decree to dissolve the Assembly of Kosovo.
The Armenian Church has condemned a program by the ruling party that envisions the removal of Catholicos Karekin II, escalating a crisis between the Church and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government that began in May 2025.
The Bauchi chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has opened its doors to Governor Bala Mohammed, signaling a potential defection amid ongoing talks and pressure from the ruling party.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party has selected Chong Won-o, former chief of Seoul's Seongdong district, as its candidate for Seoul mayor in the upcoming June 3 local elections after he secured a majority of votes in the primary.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the ruling party remains Nigeria’s most credible and durable political platform, capable of…
Opposition groups in Zimbabwe fear the ruling Zanu-PF party is attempting a power grab by pushing for constitutional amendments aimed at scrapping presidential elections, raising concerns about the country's democratic future.
A new company in Lublin, Poland, established by the regional assembly, has its supervisory board filled with individuals linked to the Law and Justice (PiS) party, despite having few employees.
Delcy Rodríguez has completed three months as president of Venezuela, with the ruling party maintaining power without an election date in sight, reportedly with the support of the United States.
Regarding the current fiscal year budget bill, which is under deliberation in the House of Councillors, the LDP's Diet Affairs Committee Chairman for the House of Councillors, Isosaki, emphasized his intention to hold multiple intensive deliberations as requested by the opposition, followed by a vote and approval early this week.
Consultations have begun at the Serbian Presidency with ruling party coalition partners regarding possible snap parliamentary elections and the current security situation. Analysts, however, view these discussions primarily as a political maneuver.
Japan's House of Representatives is set to hold discussions among all factions regarding fundamental electoral system reforms, with a focus on the ruling party's proposal to reduce the number of parliamentary seats, a move met with caution by opposition parties.
Former Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, citing his sources, states that the ruling party has already designated which Deputy Foreign Minister will participate in a meeting with their Belarusian counterpart.
Georgia's ruling party, Georgian Dream, has joined a group within the Council of Europe's Congress that is linked to the right-wing 'Patriots for Europe' bloc, composed of members from right-wing populist parties.
Independent MP Ákos Hadházy alleges that Fidesz politician Zsolt Szabó is distributing ham alongside potatoes, suggesting this indicates the ruling party is facing difficulties.
Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha has responded to concerns raised by opposition MP Tritan Shehu regarding a US Embassy statement on security, assuring that Albania is not at risk. This follows earlier parliamentary debates where opposition leader Gazment Bardhi criticized the government's reaction to the US warning about potential Iranian attacks, while ruling party leader Taulant Balla dismissed the opposition's accusations.
The Belgrade Bar Association (AKB) has condemned an attack on lawyer Vladimir Tupanjac, who was assaulted by ruling party sympathizers while observing local elections in Bor.
Serbia's ruling SNS party secured victories in recent local elections, though often by only a few hundred votes. The narrowing margins suggest a shifting political landscape and growing momentum for anti-government protests.
Members of the Serbian opposition and ruling party expressed fundamentally opposing views on the oversight of security services during a session of the Serbian Parliament's Security Services Control Committee.
PASOK has rejected any cooperation with New Democracy for the formation of a government in Greece, a decision that government officials are reportedly calling a 'gift' for the ruling party.
Japan's government and ruling party are facing difficulties passing the new fiscal year budget bill within the current fiscal year, leading to the expected passage of a provisional budget bill today to prepare for unforeseen circumstances.
Mongolia's ruling party has announced its selection for a new prime minister candidate, signaling a potential shift in the country's political leadership.
Georgian Dream officials have accused opponents and critics of waging an "anti-Church campaign" aimed at discrediting senior clergy and the late Patriarch Ilia II, days after his widely-revered funeral.
Four right-wing, pro-Trump US organizations will observe local elections in Serbia, collaborating with a local group known for disinformation campaigns against independent media and critics of the ruling party.
Hungary's ruling party, led by Viktor Orban, is facing accusations of mass voter intimidation ahead of the upcoming election, with allegations of money and drugs being offered to pressure people to support the party.
Preliminary reports indicate that Serbia's ruling party, SNS, has invested 35 million dinars in its campaign for the upcoming local elections scheduled in 10 municipalities on March 29.
The 'Kreni promeni' movement in Serbia has claimed that the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) established 'fake' observer organizations during local elections in ten municipalities.
Poland's right-wing populist ruling party, PiS, is increasingly adopting an anti-EU stance, with President Nawrocki's veto of an EU arms loan seen as part of efforts to win back far-right voters, sparking discussions about a potential 'Polexit'.
Two opposition parties in Serbia claim that Marko Popadić, acting director of City Cleanliness and president of the Zvezdara board of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), is using public enterprise funds for the ruling party's election campaign.
Vladimir Vardanyan, a former member of Armenia's Civil Contract party, has been elected to the Constitutional Court, a move that has raised concerns about his impartiality.
The Japanese government and ruling party are aiming for the new fiscal year budget to pass within the current fiscal year, while also preparing a provisional budget for contingencies. The opposition, however, is calling for more thorough deliberation, not bound by the fiscal year-end deadline.
Lithuania's ruling party is facing criticism for proposing amendments to the national broadcaster law, seen as restricting free speech, and changes to parliamentary procedures, accused of abusing power.
Nigeria’s ruling party and opposition are reportedly pushing the nation’s stability to the brink, with warnings to learn from history to prevent conflict.
N1 journalists infiltrated a Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) rally in Belgrade Arena, revealing how individuals become "extras" for the ruling party and how the process works, with no reaction from the party.
Slovenia's parliamentary elections concluded with a marginal outcome, showing a dead heat between Robert Golob's Freedom Movement and Janez Janša's SDS, with Golob receiving 11,272 votes and Janša 9,185. The results revealed a near-even split across the country, with the west leaning 'blue' and the east 'yellow,' and Freedom Movement strong in Nova Gorica while SDS dominated Škofja Loka. Golob has declared victory despite neither party being able to govern alone, while Janša has hinted at challenging the close results.
Exit polls in Slovenia predict that the ruling Freedom Movement (GS) party of current Prime Minister Robert Golob will win the parliamentary elections, though with fewer mandates.
The ruling ANO movement would win the March elections for the Chamber of Deputies with 34.2 percent, according to a STEM agency model. STAN would be second with 13.3 percent, surpassing ODS.
Following Prime Minister Takaichi's return from a summit with US President Trump, Japan's ruling party is set to engage in discussions with the government regarding the new fiscal year budget bill, including the handling of a provisional budget.
Folk singer Vesna Zmijanac, scheduled to perform at a Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) rally in Belgrade, stated she has always supported the government to avoid problems.
The Tisza Party has ramped up its street campaign in Budapest's inner districts, asserting confidence in their electoral success against the ruling party's presence.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strategically absorbed key Congress leaders, effectively remaking the BJP's political landscape in the state. This move is seen as a significant political maneuver to strengthen the ruling party.
Journalist Šarūnas Černiausias suggests that Vytautas Sinica's initiative to amend the Criminal Code, added to the Seimas agenda, might be an attempt to save ruling party representative Remigijus Žemaitaitis from criminal liability.
During the ongoing local election campaign, ruling party officials are actively present in all ten municipalities, while opposition parties and students are also holding rallies and actions, with analysts noting that the ruling party's strength is not uniform across all municipalities.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has dismissed allegations that public sector employees are being pressured to attend a rally organized by the ruling Serbian Progressive Party, stating that 'Southern districts are exempted'.
The Centrist Reform Alliance, Constitutional Democratic Party, and Komeito held a party leader meeting and agreed to jointly participate in a non-partisan 'National Council' to discuss issues including consumption tax reduction, after confirming its purpose with the government and ruling party.
Following the Chief Official Ethics Commission's (VTEK) investigation into Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė's trips to Italy, ruling party representatives express confidence in the Prime Minister and welcome the institution's clarification.
Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has responded to criticism from the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding its internal crisis, asserting that Nigerians continue to reject the ruling party due to economic hardship.
Algirdas Sysas, chairman of the Seimas Budget and Finance Committee, expressed doubts that the ruling party would revisit discussions about buying out private investors' shares in Ignitis Group in the coming years.
South Korea's ruling party and the government are scrambling to cushion the impact of the Middle East conflict, this time by easing the country's limit on the maximum output of coal-fired power plants and nuclear reactors. Rep. Ahn Do-geol of the Democratic Party of Korea said that, starting Monday, the limit on coal-fired power plants' capacity, set at 80 percent, will be lifted. Also, the capacity utilization rate of South Korean nuclear power reactors will be swiftly raised to 80 percent, whi
Anti-government demonstrators in Cuba attacked a Communist Party office in Morón, protesting against severe food, medicine, and electricity shortages, marking a rare direct confrontation with the ruling party.
N1 visited Lučani, Serbia, ahead of local elections, where residents voiced concerns about restricted freedoms and intense pressure from the ruling party, noting the presence of the entire government during the campaign.
A unique list of politicians and students has been formed in Lučani, Serbia, to contest the upcoming elections on March 29 against the ruling party's lists.
A company owned by István Tiborcz, Prime Minister Orbán's son-in-law, sold a luxury property near the Karmelita Monastery, where Orbán previously held meetings, though it reportedly remains within circles close to the ruling party.
Japan's ruling coalition plans to pass the new fiscal year budget bill through the House of Representatives on March 13, despite strong opposition from other parties. Negotiations are ongoing, with the Democratic Party for the People indicating support if the passage is delayed.
Japan's ruling coalition proposed concluding budget committee questioning on March 13 to pass the new fiscal year budget bill through the Lower House this week, but opposition parties rejected the proposal, viewing it as a precursor to a vote.
A Ghanaian news outlet criticizes the political culture where the ruling party's opposition actively wishes for its failure, citing historical examples between the NPP and NDC.
An opposition leader suggests that if the ruling SNS party falls below a majority in even one of the ten local municipalities voting on March 29, it would shatter the myth of their invincibility.
Venezuela's National Assembly, controlled by the ruling party, has approved a new mining law aimed at opening the sector to private and foreign investment, marking another step in US-backed economic reforms.
Hungary's ruling party has introduced legislation to solidify the controversial seizure of millions of euros in cash and gold belonging to a Ukrainian state bank, a move that Kyiv views as a descent into lawlessness and a further escalation of tensions between the two countries.
Raša Nedeljkov, program director of Crta, stated that 12 fake lists by the ruling party have been identified in the local election campaign, with suspicions of several more, highlighting the blurred line between the party and the state.