The US has imposed visa restrictions on several Brazilian officials linked to former President Bolsonaro, accusing them of launching a relentless ‘witch-hunt’ against political opponents-escalating tensions between the two countries even further
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Germany’s Constitutional Court has become a fierce battleground, where political parties clash over landmark rulings and pivotal judicial appointments. This heated conflict is raising urgent concerns about the independence of the judiciary and the long-term stability of constitutional balance
Former US President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on Brazil’s government, fueling rising tensions as the nation gears up for pivotal elections. Experts remain split: will his interference weaken Bolsonaro’s base or spark an even fiercer wave of support among his loyalists?
Calls to ban Germany’s far-right AfD party are intensifying amid rising concerns over its extremist connections, even as the party skyrockets to unprecedented highs in recent polls, sending shockwaves through Germany’s political landscape like never before
Former President Trump has announced daring plans to impose a staggering 50% tariff on Brazilian goods, charging the U.S. government with conducting an unyielding ‘witch hunt’ against Jair Bolsonaro. This striking decision signals a major escalation in the already tense relations between the two nations
The head of a US House panel is urging schools to reconsider their participation in a Chinese scholarship program, sounding the alarm that it might be “nefarious” amid rising concerns about foreign influence in American education
A fresh scandal has rocked Spain’s ruling party as a senior official steps down amid serious sexual harassment allegations. This dramatic resignation ramps up the pressure on a government already fighting to restore public trust. The investigation is ongoing
Anti-Milei sentiment is rapidly intensifying among Argentina’s elites, as business leaders and political figures express growing concern over the libertarian economist’s soaring influence and bold, provocative rhetoric ahead of the upcoming elections
Argentina’s President Javier Milei has intensified his online assaults on journalists, igniting widespread alarm over the future of press freedom. Many fear that his confrontational tactics threaten the core of democracy and aim to stifle independent media voices
Spain has called in the Israeli ambassador following provocative remarks that labeled Spain as being on the ‘wrong side of history.’ This move underscores rising tensions amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict
Iran has summoned the German envoy in response to provocative pro-Israel comments made by German politician Friedrich Merz. The Iranian Foreign Ministry fiercely condemned these statements, branding them as unwelcome meddling in the region’s delicate affairs
Donald Trump, freshly convicted of a felony, now faces potential entry bans to Canada right before the G7 summit. Officials are weighing the complex legal and diplomatic consequences of barring a former U.S. president from crossing the border
The U.K., Canada, Australia, and several other nations have made a bold move by slapping sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers, accusing them of stoking extremist violence amid rising tensions. This rare and powerful display of coordinated international action sends a clear message
Argentine President Javier Milei has been completely exonerated of any misconduct related to his promotion of the LIBRA cryptocurrency, a recent report reveals. Authorities uncovered no evidence of wrongdoing, bringing the issue to a definitive close
Amnesty International warns that Trump’s travel ban will fuel hatred and endanger vulnerable refugees like never before. The organization urges the adoption of policies that protect human rights and uphold international asylum commitments
China has sharply criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for comparing Ukraine’s situation to Taiwan, branding the analogy as “irresponsible.” Beijing stressed that Taiwan is a domestic matter and called for unwavering respect for its sovereignty
French President Emmanuel Macron revealed that he and his wife were simply “horsing around” after a brief scuffle was caught on camera. While the incident sparked widespread speculation, officials quickly dismissed it as nothing more than a playful moment between the couple
The Trump administration has shaken up German politics by openly backing the far-right AfD party, igniting fierce debate and fueling worries about foreign interference in Germany’s democracy, NBC News reports
Germany’s AfD party hits fresh roadblocks as authorities clamp down on its activities, citing alarming links to extremist groups. This crackdown ignites a heated debate about the balance between political freedoms and protecting democracy
A recent sex scandal in China has sparked a fiery public debate, shaking the foundations of societal norms and exposing the intricate power dynamics within the government. This incident not only brings to light pressing issues of gender and accountability but also confronts the pervasive cultural silence that often shrouds such controversies.