President Vladimir V. Putin has never publicly mentioned the opposition leader’s name in 20 years of speeches and interviews. Why? He is “completely out of their control,” which is intolerable, one analyst says.
Tag: Corruption (Institutional)
In Lebanon, President Macron of France Demands Change
President Macron of France met with Lebanese leaders to demand changes to a political system seen as ineffective and corrupt, and has privately threatened them with sanctions, officials said.
Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro Threatened by Graft Investigation
Brazilians are asking a question that could threaten President Jair Bolsonaro’s political future: Why did his wife and son receive payments from a man under investigation for corruption?
Canada’s Conservatives Pick a Leader to Rival Scandal-Scarred Trudeau
The party, which has struggled to respond to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s liberal platform and personal popularity, hopes the new leader, Erin O’Toole, can change that.
Kenya’s Health Workers, Unprotected and Falling Ill, Walk Off Job
Hundreds of health workers have tested positive and some have died, while health facilities are overwhelmed and government officials are accused of stealing funds for medical supplies.
South Africa’s Big Coronavirus Aid Effort Tainted by Corruption
As South Africans cope with hunger in the pandemic, government efforts at delivering relief have floundered amid widespread allegations of fraud and mismanagement.
Beirut’s Shiites Like the Idea of Change, but Like Hezbollah More
In a Shiite stronghold, people agree that the political system is dysfunctional and needs replacing, but not if that means Hezbollah ceding its power.
Lebanon’s Parliament Confirms State of Emergency, Extending Army Power
Parliamentary approval of the measures for Beirut, which last until Aug. 21 but can be renewed, has raised concerns about civil liberties.
Mexico’s Former President Accused in Bribery Scandal
Corruption allegations against past presidents have never led to prosecution. Will the latest claims about Enrique Peña Nieto lead to the first?
Beirut Explosion Hit 3 Disparate Neighborhoods. Now They’re United in Rage
The demands for a change in Lebanon’s leadership are growing louder.