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POLITICS6m agoRussian-born Kazakhstani billionaire Timur Turlov is the new president of world chess. His election has divided Ukrainian officials, and Russia has abruptly dropped its case against him.The election of a new head of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) has sparked a political scandal in Ukraine. Ukraine’s national chess federation criticized the choice of Timur Turlov, a Kazakhstani businessman who lived and did business in Russia for many years. But Turlov received unexpected support from Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the head of President Zelensky’s office. A week later, Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office withdrew its lawsuit seeking to seize Turlov’s income for the Russian state. Writing for Meduza, Ukrainian journalist Konstantin Skorkin explains everything thatMeduza [en]
POLITICS21m agoOffices of European Parliament far-right group raided in EU funds investigationPolice raided the offices of the Patriots for Europe's secretary general for evidence supporting suspicions of financial crimes.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS48m agoAkpabio seeks stronger legislative ties with UKBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called for stronger legislative ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, proposing increased exchange programmes and collaboration between the two countries’ parliaments. Akpabio made the call on Wednesday when the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Peter Vowles, paid him a courtesy visit in […] The post Akpabio seeks stronger legislative ties with UK appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS49m agoAdherence to rules essential, illegal acts must be distinguished say Chigi sourcesTrucker grievances legitimate, but blockades despite ongoing dialogue a different matterANSA [en]
POLITICS51m agoRussia’s Supreme Court allows father to keep daughter taken to Russia without permission, citing France’s ‘unfriendly’ status and NATO membershipRussia’s Supreme Court has ruled that a Russian man does not have to return his daughter to her mother in France, even though he took the child to Russia without permission, Kommersant reported.Meduza [en]
POLITICS51m agoUnacceptable MileiEl presidente argentino irrumpe en la campaña electoral española con insultos inaceptables a Pedro Sánchez en MadridEl País
POLITICS52m agoWhat’s behind protests in Portugal?What's behind protests in Portugal?Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS55m agoMeloni calls cabinet meet Thursday on decree for road haulage and farmingGovt working to rapidly translate commitments into concrete measuresANSA [en]
POLITICSBREAKING56m agoPutin hosts Trump envoy for new Ukraine peace talks , frees US citizen held in RussiaPresident Putin has hosted a Trump envoy for new peace negotiations concerning Ukraine, alongside the release of a US citizen detained in Russia. This signifies major diplomatic developments regarding the conflict and international relations.wahpetondailynews.com · United States
POLITICS56m agoUK approves a natural gas project off Scotland despite environmental concernsThe UK government has approved a natural gas project located off the coast of Scotland, proceeding with the development despite existing environmental objections. This decision impacts both energy policy and environmental conservation.ocregister.com · United States
POLITICS56m agoScottish Government to explore all option to save Motherwell jobsThe Scottish Government plans to investigate all available strategies to preserve jobs in Motherwell. This indicates a focus on local economic stability and employment.thenational.scot · United Kingdom
POLITICS1h agoEx-DUP chief faces new allegation of raping woman inside WestminsterA woman visiting the House of Commons in 2016 alleges that Jeffrey Donaldson tried to sexually assault her inside the Democratic Unionist Party’s Westminster offices.Politico Europe
POLITICS1h agoThe Broad Front withdraws "out of responsibility" from a first constituency in these elections to help the PSOE: it does not present a list in TeruelChunta, que lidera la candidatura en Aragón, dice haber escuchado "las numerosas peticiones para no dispersar el voto" LeerEl Mundo
POLITICS1h agoInspired by France , Greek students protest as rising costs put education out of reachStudents in Greece are protesting against increasing costs making education inaccessible, drawing inspiration from similar movements in France. This highlights social unrest related to economic conditions and educational access.wsbt.com · United States
POLITICS2h agoTrump ties Camp Lejeune toxic water settlements to GOP midterm resultsPresident Trump told an audience in North Carolina that if Republicans retain control of Congress in the upcoming November midterm elections, he would direct the Justice Department to quickly settle “all remaining legitimate claims” related to contaminated water at the nearby Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, where thousands of cases remain unresolved. “If we don’t…The Hill
POLITICS2h agoProtesters injured after French police continue using new stun grenadeFootage verified by Le Monde confirms that a new stun grenade used by French law enforcement, the GL-304, continues to dangerously injure protesters.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS2h agoRaids at far-right group's offices at European ParliamentAuthorities searched the Patriots for Europe's European Parliament offices in a long-running funding inquiry. The group says the charges pertain to its predecessor and there is "no legal continuity" between the two.DW News [en]
POLITICS2h agoMacron assails ‘unacceptable and even stupid’ remarks from Trump, others on France riotsFrench President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday blasted the “unacceptable and even stupid” remarks made by President Trump and others claiming student riots in France are the result of immigration. “We have people who explained that we have been invaded by hordes of migrants and Islamists, which is totally false,” Macron told reporters in Doha, Qatar,…The Hill
POLITICS2h ago‘Bismillah, c’est les ténèbres’: What does the French protests slogan mean?The slogan, featuring a mixture of Arabic and French, has appeared on signs across France as young people protest - but it’s origins are murkyThe Independent World
POLITICS2h agoTrump strikes a deal with Putin to bring down diesel prices. But Russia may not have enough fuel to make it work, analysts tell Reuters.Donald Trump’s deal with the Kremlin to supply diesel to the global market is unlikely to lower prices substantially, analysts and market participants interviewed by Reuters said. The promised quantities are too small, and Ukrainian attacks are preventing Russia from increasing production.Meduza [en]
POLITICS2h agoMacron takes aim at Trump for using France riots for election gain"There are people who campaign at France's expense -- leaders who are in campaign mode, whether here in the region or on the other side of the Atlantic," he told reporters in Doha. The post Macron takes aim at Trump for using France riots for election gain appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS2h agoWhat We Saw at Fast-Track Trials of Riot Suspects in FranceAt the Tribunal de Paris, judges have supervised a carousel of expedited and often chaotic hearings for those detained during recent unrest.NYT World
POLITICS2h agoTrump eyes December G20 summit for Russia–Ukraine peace deal, The Atlantic reportsU.S. President Donald Trump wants Russia and Ukraine to sign a peace agreement at the G20 summit in December, sources told The Atlantic.Meduza [en]
POLITICS3h agoSearches at the European Parliament in an investigation targeting the former RN groupCes perquisitions s’inscrivent dans le cadre d’une enquête sur des soupçons d’utilisation irrégulière des fonds du Parlement européen par l’ancien groupe Identité et démocratie.Politico Europe