Prime Minister Keir Starmer survived a test of his authority, but more than 50 Labour lawmakers did not back his plan to reduce fuel aid.
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‘You Do Need to Tell a Story’: Prime Minister Keir Starmer Survives Revolt Over Winter Fuel Aid
Prime Minister Keir Starmer survived a test of his authority, but more than 50 Labour lawmakers did not back his plan to reduce fuel aid.
Pakistani Police Arrest Lawmakers Allied With Imran Khan
In an overnight raid on the Parliament, police arrested at least 10 members of Khan’s party, deepening the political battle between the imprisoned ex-leader and the country’s powerful military.
Pakistani Police Arrest Lawmakers Allied With Imran Khan
In an overnight raid on the Parliament, police arrested at least 10 members of Khan’s party, deepening the political battle between the imprisoned ex-leader and the country’s powerful military.
In Jordan’s Election, Unemployment, Rather Than Gaza, Is on Voters’ Minds
The Muslim Brotherhood has campaigned on opposition to the Gaza war, but analysts say it won’t be as decisive a factor in parliamentary elections as high unemployment.
Macron Names Michel Barnier to Be French Prime Minister, Breaking Impasse
The president’s choice of Michel Barnier, after an extraordinary delay, inflamed opponents on the left who came out on top in an inconclusive election.
Trudeau’s Hold On Power Slips After Collapse of Liberal Party Agreement
A left-leaning party that helped Canada’s Liberals build a majority in Parliament announced it was ending its support, making it possible an election is called early.
Sahra Wagenknecht Is Shaking Up German Politics From the East
Sahra Wagenknecht, a former Communist, has founded her own party to respond to German grievances about migrants, crime and the dangers of the war in Ukraine.
In France, Amine Kessaci Strives to Empower Multicultural Areas
As a teenager, Amine Kessaci confronted Emmanuel Macron, founded an environmental group and lost a brother to drug violence. At 20, he almost won a National Assembly seat.
Thai Politician Is Under Fire After Slapping a Journalist on Camera
Videos of Prawit Wongsuwan, a former deputy prime minister, hitting a female reporter in the head prompted angry demands for an investigation in Thailand.