US-Brazil Tariffs: What to Know About Trump’s History With Bolsonaro
The fight is rooted in years of political history between President Trump and the last two presidents of Brazil.
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French Police Raid National Rally Over Campaign Finances
The authorities said they were investigating whether the nationalist, anti-immigrant party broke France’s campaign-finance rules.
Von der Leyen Faces No-Confidence Vote in Far-Right Challenge
Ahead of the vote on Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the commission, appeared before the European Parliament to defend herself against complaints about transparency.
Mimicking Democracy Promotion: How Parallel Observers Undermine OSCE Election Monitoring
Parallel election monitoring does not just compete with established missions – it mimics them, subtly rewriting the rules of legitimacy from within.
Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, 95, Dies; Led Nicaragua After Civil War
The first woman to lead a Central American country, she served in the 1990s after the nation had been shaken by political strife.
Tusk Government Wins Confidence Vote in Poland
Donald Tusk called the vote to seek endorsement of his government after a political opponent won the presidency.
Italian Referendum to Loosen Citizenship Rules Fails
Less than a third of eligible voters turned out for a poll that would have made it easier for foreigners to become citizens, and strengthened labor rights.
A Colombian Senator, Miguel Uribe, Is Shot at a Campaign Event
The brazen attack, captured on video, recalled the political violence of past decades. The senator arrived at a hospital in critical condition.
South Koreans Have a New President, and Mixed Emotions
After six months of turmoil, citizens hope for better times. But political polarization and international tensions over trade mean many worries remain.
Zambia’s Former President Edgar Lungu Dies at 68
Mr. Lungu, who was recently barred by a court ruling from running for president again, left a checkered legacy, with allegations that he eroded freedoms while in office.