A far-right member of Parliament shouted that someone should “go back to Africa” while a Black lawmaker was discussing migrants.
Tag: Legislatures and Parliaments
Karpov, Former Chess Champion, Is Injured After Fall in Moscow
Mr. Karpov has been a loyal defender of Russia’s president, Vladimir V. Putin, and the invasion of Ukraine. But he has also expressed sympathy for the war’s civilian victims on both sides.
Israel’s Election: 5 Takeaways
Benjamin Netanyahu seems poised to take power again. But regardless of his fate, the election already highlights several trends that could have a lasting effect on Israel.
Rishi Sunak’s First Crisis: Turmoil Engulfing His Home Secretary
Suella Braverman has come under political fire for breaching security rules and for her handling of immigration issues.
Palestinian Voters Debate Staying Home for Israeli Election
As Israel prepares to go to the polls again, some of the voters who helped propel an Arab party into the governing coalition for the first time are worried about a lack of results.
Effort to Set Vote to Form Northern Ireland Government Hits a Snag
Britain’s Northern Ireland secretary had been expected to announce on Friday that a new election would be held in December. But a British official failed to set a day for the vote.
Iraqi Parliament Approves New Government After Yearlong Delay
The installation of a new prime minister and cabinet ends a long-running political deadlock, but perpetuates a system plagued by corruption and dysfunction.
Australian Judge Orders New Trial in Rape Case That Shook Capital
A former parliamentary staffer is accused of raping a colleague in the defense minister’s office. The judge said a juror had brought an article on sexual assault cases into the jury room against her instructions.
How Tumultuous Forces of Brexit Divided U.K.’s Conservative Party
Some experts link Liz Truss’s downfall to the ripple effect of Britain’s departure from the European Union and the bitter, ideologically opposed factions it created in her party.
How the Next British Prime Minister Will Be Chosen
The process, which does not include the general public, will be swift.