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PoliticsSep 20World leaders return to UN amid wars in Middle East and Ukraine - ReutersWorld leaders return to UN amid wars in Middle East and Ukraine ReutersReuters World
PoliticsSep 2025 years of 'War on Terror' has mainly weakened the US on the world stagePrecies 25 jaar geleden verklaarde de Amerikaanse president George W. Bush de 'War on Terror', als reactie op de aanslagen van 9/11 waarbij duizenden Amerikanen de dood vonden. "Of je staat achter ons, of je staat achter de terroristen", zei hij in een speech voor het Amerikaanse Congres. "Amerika ging een existentiële kruistocht voeren", zegt hoogleraar buitenlands beleid aan de universiteit van Maastricht, Roberta Haar. De War on Terror moest vrijheid, democratie en de rechtsstaat beschermen. Officieel is die strijd voorbij, maar resultaat boekte de VS nauwelijks. De oorlogen pakten eerder aNOS Buitenland
PoliticsSep 20State funeral honours Hong Kong’s first post-colonial leader Tung Chee-hwaSelected by Beijing in 1996, Tung Chee-hwa's tenure shaped post-colonial Hong Kong during a turbulent political era.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 20Tunisian protesters demand release of four Sumud activistsThe protest comes as the health of one detainee deteriorates after more than a month on hunger strike.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 20Wake-up call 20/9: Elections in German states • Anniversary edition Dam tot DamloopGoedemorgen! In de Duitse deelstaten Mecklenburg-Voor-Pommeren en Berlijn zijn verkiezingen en de Dam tot Damloop tussen Amsterdam en Zaandam viert zijn veertigste verjaardag. Eerst het weer: in het zuiden begint de dag grijs en met regen. Overdag blijft het op de meeste plekken droog met temperaturen tussen de 17 en 19 graden. Ga je vandaag op pad? Hier vind je het overzicht van de files en wegwerkzaamheden en hier alles over de situatie op het spoor. Wat kun je vandaag verwachten? Wat heb je gemist? Zanger Ed Sheeran heeft excuses aangeboden voor "de fouten" die hij heeft gemaakt, toen hij dNOS Buitenland
PoliticsSep 20Pending US$12.3 million house arrest fine keeps Malaysia’s Najib in prisonFormer Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak said on Sunday that he would remain in Kajang Prison as he and his legal team study the conditions attached to his “conditional pardon”, including the payment of a 50 million ringgit (US$12.3 million) fine before he can be transferred to house arrest. In a statement issued on his behalf by Messrs Shafee & Co, Najib said his transfer to house arrest depended on the conditions of the pardon being fulfilled. “Until the fine is paid to the court, our...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 20Czech Senate Deputy Speaker: C8 to strengthen cooperation and support for UkraineJiří Drahoš, First Deputy Speaker of the Senate of the Czech Republic, who attended the Carpathian Eight (C8) Summit, said the initiative would help deepen cooperation among the participating countries.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsSep 2031 APC Govs vs wike: Tinubu faces difficult optionsTension that had simmered for months within the All Progressives Congress, APC, and the immediate circle of President Bola Tinubu has finally spilled into full public view, setting the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, against a bloc of governors elected on the party’s ticket, and raising hard questions about how the president plans to keep his disciples intact heading into the 2027 election. Where each side stands The post 31 APC Govs vs Wike: Tinubu faces difficult options appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 20Germans go to the polls in two states, Merz's future at stakeIn de Duitse deelstaten Berlijn en Mecklenburg-Voor-Pommeren zijn sinds 08.00 uur de stembureaus open voor deelstaatverkiezingen. Het gaat niet om de grootste regio's, met bij elkaar zo'n vijf miljoen inwoners. Toch kan de stembusgang grote gevolgen hebben voor de landelijke politiek. Na de monsterzege van de radicaal-rechtse AfD in Saksen-Anhalt staat bondskanselier Merz onder druk, mede omdat de overwinning van de AfD ten koste ging van zijn eigen CDU. Al dagen wordt over zijn aftreden gespeculeerd en binnen zijn partij wordt zijn vervanging voorbereid. Aan het eind van de middag komt de parNOS Buitenland
PoliticsSep 20Govt jobs to one lakh youth in Uttar Pradesh, says Adityanath25-30 thousand more recruitments will take place through UPSSSC results and 20-25 thousand recruitments through the Uttar Pradesh Education Selection CommissionThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 20Make voting compulsory to prevent distorted results , Kinnock urges BurnhamKinnock has urged Burnham to make voting compulsory to prevent what he describes as 'distorted' election results. This highlights a debate over electoral integrity and participation.barryanddistrictnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 20£9 . 3million of government funding to support Essex victimsThe government has allocated £9.3 million in funding to provide support for victims in Essex. This financial aid package demonstrates government intervention for affected individuals.echo-news.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 20PM spruiks social ban , airs AI risks with ex - Apple headThe Prime Minister is advocating for a social ban and discussing the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence with a former Apple executive. This highlights government focus on both social policy and emerging technological challenges.dailyliberal.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 20 No signs of a message from US , says Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson over Pak Interior Minister Tehran visitIran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that there were no indications of a message from the US during the Pakistani Interior Minister's visit to Tehran, revealing details about diplomatic interactions between these nations.europesun.com · Russia
PoliticsSep 20Germany chancellor set for fresh election painThe German chancellor is anticipated to face difficulties in an upcoming election. This indicates potential political challenges or shifts for the current leadership in Germany.illawarramercury.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 20Liberal Party Of NSW State CouncilThe Liberal Party of New South Wales (NSW) held a State Council meeting. This is a routine internal political event for the party in the region.miragenews.com · United States
PoliticsSep 20Trump dinner reject Tate foul - mouthed tirade a Towering charadeA controversial figure's tirade is being described as a "Towering charade" following their rejection from a Trump dinner. This highlights a recent public and political controversy involving prominent figures.australianherald.com · Australia
PoliticsSep 20 No signs of a message from US , says Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson over Pak Interior Minister Tehran visitThe Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated there are "no signs of a message" from the US following the Pakistani Interior Minister's visit to Tehran. This indicates the current state of diplomatic communication or lack thereof between these nations.heraldglobe.com · United States
PoliticsSep 20Lib Dem economic plan to put united kingdom at heart of Europe and entice start - ups to stayThe Liberal Democrats have proposed an economic plan for the United Kingdom aimed at integrating it with Europe and attracting start-ups. This plan seeks to define the party's economic vision and appeal to businesses.countypress.co.uk
PoliticsSep 20Make voting compulsory to prevent distorted results , Kinnock urges BurnhamA political figure, Kinnock, has urged another, Burnham, to consider making voting compulsory to prevent skewed election outcomes. This suggestion highlights a debate about electoral participation and representation.thisiswiltshire.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 20Amupitan reassures Nigerians of INEC resolve to upholdAmupitan reassures Nigerians of the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) commitment to upholding its responsibilities. This statement aims to build confidence in the electoral process.thesun.ng
PoliticsBreakingSep 20SUDDEN RETURN : Trump Leaves Camp David Early , Returns To White House Amid Iran DecisionPresident Trump has made a sudden early return to the White House from Camp David amid a decision concerning Iran. This indicates urgent presidential engagement on a significant foreign policy matter.theyeshivaworld.com · United States
PoliticsSep 20LUNCEDO MTWENTWE | South Africa is not yet in the business of leaving legaciesThis article, by Luncedo Mtwentwe, presents a commentary suggesting that South Africa is not currently focused on establishing lasting legacies. This indicates an analysis of the nation's political or developmental priorities.businessday.co.za · South Africa
PoliticsSep 20Minister vows no leniency for PTI long marchersA minister has vowed that there will be no leniency for participants in the PTI long march. This indicates a firm government stance against political protestors.dunyanews.tv · Pakistan