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Information Germany’s “traffic light” coalition, formed in 2021 by the Social Democrats (SPD), Greens, and Free Democrats (FDP), has collapsed due to irreconcilable ideological differences and national crises. The SPD and Greens support strong government involvement in social welfare and climate action, while the fiscally conservative FDP advocates for limited intervention and strict budget management. […]

Information Jamshid Sharmahd, a German-Iranian software developer and California resident, died before his planned execution in Iran could be carried out, according to judiciary spokesman Asghar Jahangir. This statement contradicted earlier reports from the Iranian government that said Sharmahd had already been executed. Sharmahd’s death, following his 2020 kidnapping in Dubai and conviction for alleged

Information Moldovan President Maia Sandu has claimed victory in the runoff presidential election, securing 54.7% of the vote over her opponent, Alexandr Stoianoglo, who obtained 45.3%. The election, which had a significant 54% voter turnout, was closely watched due to its potential impact on Moldova’s trajectory toward European Union membership. Sandu, a former World Bank

UK Conservative Party elects Kemi Badenoch as new leader Kemi Badenoch has won the race to become the next leader of Britain’s Conservative Party. She takes the helm of the opposition at a time when it is seeking to overcome years of division and restore its reputation. Spain sends 10,000 more troops, police to flood-hit

Information North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Thursday under orders from leader Kim Jong Un, claiming a flight trajectory surpassing previous tests. Kim reportedly observed the launch, describing it as a demonstration of North Korea’s ability to counter its adversaries. This launch occurred shortly after South Korean intelligence indicated that North Korea

Information A “significant fire” broke out overnight at BAE Systems’ nuclear submarine shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, leading to the evacuation of the Devonshire Dock Hall, the facility where the UK’s nuclear submarines are built. Emergency services were called around 00:44 GMT, and two individuals were taken to the hospital with suspected smoke inhalation but later released.

Information Iran’s government spokeswoman, Fatemeh Mohajerani, announced a significant plan to increase the country’s military budget by approximately 200%. This escalation in defence spending coincides with rising tensions between Iran and Israel, marked by a series of retaliatory strikes. Iran has engaged in military exchanges with Israel, including missile barrages and airstrikes, as both nations

Information In the recent parliamentary elections in Lithuania, the Social Democrats emerged victorious, leading with 52 seats in the 141-member assembly, according to nearly complete vote counts. Their win comes amid significant concerns over Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine and the rising cost of living. Vilija Blinkeviciute, the party leader, expressed confidence that they would

Ruling Georgian Dream party wins election Georgia’s electoral commission has declared the ruling Georgian Dream party the winner of Saturday’s vote. Opposition parties are not recognizing the results. Lithuania votes in second round of parliamentary elections The Baltic nation’s opposition took a lead in the first round of voting. Will they be able to maintain