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UK's Labour Shadow Minister Imran Hussain Resigns Over Gaza Ceasefire Stance
Imran Hussain, a key figure in the UK's Labour Party, has stepped down from his position on the shadow frontbench over differing views on the conflict in Gaza, indicating a deepening rift within the party on foreign policy matters. 
Imran Hussain, a key figure in the UK's Labour Party, has stepped down from his position on the shadow frontbench over differing views on the conflict in Gaza, indicating a deepening rift within the party on foreign policy matters. -
Portuguese Prime Minister Costa Steps Down Amidst Energy Sector Corruption Scandal
In a move that has sent ripples through the political and financial sectors of Portugal, Prime Minister António Costa tendered his resignation following a corruption probe involving high-ranking officials and influential energy projects. The abrupt exit came as his chief of staff, Vítor Escária, was among five individuals detained amid allegations of malfeasance in the government's facilitation of lithium mining and hydrogen production ventures. 
In a move that has sent ripples through the political and financial sectors of Portugal, Prime Minister António Costa tendered his resignation following a corruption probe involving high-ranking officials and influential energy projects. The abrupt exit came as his chief of staff, Vítor Escária, was among five individuals detained amid allegations of malfeasance in the government's facilitation of lithium mining and hydrogen production ventures. -
Zelensky Puts Elections on Hold in War-Torn Ukraine
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that holding presidential elections amid the war would be "utterly irresponsible," placing the democratic process on hold as the nation contends with the challenges of martial law and the Russian invasion. 
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that holding presidential elections amid the war would be "utterly irresponsible," placing the democratic process on hold as the nation contends with the challenges of martial law and the Russian invasion. -
Australian Prime Minister's Visit Marks a New Era
On Tuesday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese concluded his four-day visit to China, the first by an Australian leader in seven years. 
On Tuesday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese concluded his four-day visit to China, the first by an Australian leader in seven years. -
Who Will Lead Gaza in the Aftermath? Netanyahu Charts Indefinite Israeli Security Role in Gaza Post-War
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a decisive stance, asserted Israel's long-term role in managing security in the Gaza Strip following the cessation of hostilities with Hamas. This development underscores the strategic apprehensions Israel harbors about relinquishing control and the potential resurgence of hostilities. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a decisive stance, asserted Israel's long-term role in managing security in the Gaza Strip following the cessation of hostilities with Hamas. This development underscores the strategic apprehensions Israel harbors about relinquishing control and the potential resurgence of hostilities. -
King Charles III Navigates Political Waters in First Parliamentary Address
King Charles III, a long-standing advocate for environmental stewardship, will find himself in a delicate balancing act during his inaugural King's Speech. As he sets the stage for the government's legislative program, the monarch is anticipated to unveil plans that are starkly at odds with his personal convictions on climate issues. 
King Charles III, a long-standing advocate for environmental stewardship, will find himself in a delicate balancing act during his inaugural King's Speech. As he sets the stage for the government's legislative program, the monarch is anticipated to unveil plans that are starkly at odds with his personal convictions on climate issues. -
Putin's Bid for Re-Election in 2024 Amidst Global Turmoil Marks Steadfast Course for Russia's Future - Report
Vladimir Putin is positioning himself to maintain a hold on Russia's highest office. According to insiders privy to Kremlin decision-making, Putin is primed to announce his candidacy for the next presidential term-a decision that could extend his leadership until at least 2030, placing him among the longest-serving leaders in Russian history. 
Vladimir Putin is positioning himself to maintain a hold on Russia's highest office. According to insiders privy to Kremlin decision-making, Putin is primed to announce his candidacy for the next presidential term-a decision that could extend his leadership until at least 2030, placing him among the longest-serving leaders in Russian history. -
Israel's Military Operation Costs Could Top $50 Billion as U.S. Aid Plan Stalls
Despite international calls for a ceasefire, Israel's military has intensified its assault on Gaza, now encircling Gaza City with combined ground, air, and naval forces. The financial strain of the war is becoming evident. 
Despite international calls for a ceasefire, Israel's military has intensified its assault on Gaza, now encircling Gaza City with combined ground, air, and naval forces. The financial strain of the war is becoming evident. -
Global Protests Surge as Israel Nears Gaza City Assault
As the conflict between Israel and Palestine nears a month, the rising civilian death toll in the Gaza Strip has sparked protests in an increasing number of countries. 
As the conflict between Israel and Palestine nears a month, the rising civilian death toll in the Gaza Strip has sparked protests in an increasing number of countries. -
Lawrence Wong Set to Lead Singapore as PM Lee Hsien Loong Announces Step Down
In a move underscoring a significant political shift, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has announced plans to hand over the reins of the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) and the premiership to his Deputy Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, in a proactive transition ahead of the 2025 general election. This leadership change is slated to occur around the PAP's 70th anniversary in November 2024, which precedes the national polls. 
In a move underscoring a significant political shift, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has announced plans to hand over the reins of the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) and the premiership to his Deputy Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, in a proactive transition ahead of the 2025 general election. This leadership change is slated to occur around the PAP's 70th anniversary in November 2024, which precedes the national polls.
