The former British prime minister, who left Downing Street widely unpopular, is back in favor with his party, Labour, which hopes his political skills can be an advantage as an election nears.
Tag: Elections
Far-Right Libertarian Wins Argentina’s Presidential Primary
Javier Milei, who wants to abolish the central bank and adopt the U.S. dollar as Argentina’s currency, is now the front-runner in the fall general election.
Ecuador Reels From Assassination of Fernando Villavicencio
The killing of Fernando Villavicencio marks a grim turning point for a once-tranquil country now awash in violence fueled by drug gangs.
What to Know About Fernando Villavicencio, Who Was Assassinated in Ecuador
The presidential candidate who was assassinated on Wednesday had a long history in Ecuador’s public affairs, largely as an antagonist to those in power.
NatWest C.E.O. Resigns Amid Nigel Farage’s Feud With Coutts Bank
Nigel Farage, a political insurgent and ally of Donald J. Trump, exposed his bank for dropping him over “reputational risks.” Some analysts say he could parlay his situation into a comeback.
Rise of Far Right Leaves Germany’s Conservatives at a Crossroads
The surge of the Alternative for Germany party has shaken the country’s political establishment. But for mainstream conservatives, it has also prompted an acute identity crisis.
Prime Minister Hun Sen of Cambodia Says He Will Resign
Mr. Hun Sen, whose party won stage-managed parliamentary elections on Sunday, has been prime minister of Cambodia since 1985. He said he would hand power to his son.
British Conservatives’ Commitment to Green Policy Is Tested
British conservatives kept a seat in a recent election by opposing an ultralow emissions zone, and some are now questioning ambitious emissions-reduction targets.
What the Collapse of Spain’s Far Right Means Going Forward
About the only thing clear from Spain’s muddled election results was that Spaniards were turning away from the political extremes.
Spain Elections: Results Show No Party With Enough Votes to Govern
The returns showed no party winning the support needed to govern, leaving the country facing weeks of uncertainty.