Will elections bring change to multi-ethnic Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Balkan nation seeks EU membership, but divisions threaten that goal.
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Imran Khan’s party launches march to Islamabad demanding his release
Supporters of jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan have launched a long march towards Islamabad.
Pro-Imran Khan mass rally launched after Pakistan government talks fail
Supporters of jailed former prime minister have set off from northwest Pakistan towards Islamabad.
Why are there hundreds of migrants who have returned to Morocco "voluntarily" after the eviction of El Trampoline?
The National Police evokes part of the settlement of Ceuta beach
All ready in the PSOE and the Government for an electoral advance after the defeat of the decrees in Congress
The Moncloa prepares formulas to pass the housing decrees again and to validate them in the Permanent Congress
Polls close in Bosnia-Herzegovina's divisive election
Zeljka Cvijanovic, the Serb nationalist candidate backed by disqualified secessionist leader Milorad Dodik, took the lead for the Serb seat of the three-member presidency.
Ku Klux Klan leader claims rising support ahead of US midterm elections
The Ku Klux Klan says support for its message is growing as it seeks to rebrand around family and faith.
A Profile of Brazil's Potential President
France 24's Gavin Lee speaks to Brazil analyst Henrique Tavares Furtado about how Flavio Bolsonaro is pledging to reshape the country, and asks: who is the man behind the political persona?
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Who's Lula da Silva? Its beginnings, controversy and political trajectory
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva seeks re-election in one of the most difficult elections in recent years. Born in a humble family, he worked as a mechanical tornado before becoming an influential union leader during the military dictatorship. After several attempts, he arrived in the Presidency in 2002 and was re-elected in 2006. Convicted for corruption in 2017, he spent 580 days in prison, although the sentences were annulled in 2021. Lula returned to politics, defeated Jair Bolsonaro in 2022 and returned to power. Now he's looking for a new mandate in what might be his last big electoral challenge.
Who's Flavio Bolsonaro? The political heir who seeks to succeed his father, Jair Bolsonaro
Flávio Bolsonaro, a professional lawyer and eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, built much of his political career in Rio de Janeiro, where he was a state deputy before reaching the Senate. After his father's conviction for beating, he became the main political heir of the Bolsonarist movement and today is pointed out as the possible successor of the conservative right in Brazil. Although he shares many of his father's flags, he has tried to project a more moderate and pragmatic image before public opinion. However, its trajectory is also marked by controversy and
Report from Rio de Janeiro: Brazil votes between expectation and strong political polarization
Brazil lives a key election day marked by political expectations and polarization. More than 158 million citizens are entitled to vote and elect President, Vice-President, Governors, legislators and other authorities. The contest keeps the country's attention to opposing visions about the future of Latin America's largest economy. From Rio de Janeiro, we follow the day and listen to the citizens. The report is from our correspondent Valeria Saccone.
Anthropic report: Is Russia using AI for disinformation in the Central African Republic and elsewhere?
An Anthropic report says the AI model Claude was used in pro-Russian campaigns in the Central African Republic. Similar allegations were raised for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Sudan and Mali.
Mass protests demanding poll chief resignation shake India for third day
Protesters say the election commission’s voter-roll revision has removed millions of eligible voters to benefit PM Modi.
Ukraine ready for US-backed talks with Russia: Zelenskyy
Trilateral talks could happen this month in UAE or another US-proposed venue, says the president.
Le Pen stands by top ally Bardella as anti-Semitism claims hit star of French far right
French far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen has reiterated her "complete confidence" in National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella, accused by investigative news outlet Mediapart of making anti-Semitic comments in 2013. But some analysts say the frontrunner in the Élysée Palace race may seek to distance herself from her protégé should the controversy end up damaging her campaign.
Brazil heads to the polls for high-stakes election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro
Brazilians began casting their votes on Sunday in a closely watch presidential election pitting incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Nearly 160 million voters will also pick lawmakers, senators and governors in an election that will determine whether Latin America's biggest nation follows a regional swing to the right championed by US President Donald Trump. France24 International affairs commentator Douglas Herbert shares further insights.
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Elections in Bosnia- Herzegovina: European Union accession at stake
Bosnia- Herzegovina is holding a general election this Sunday, which is considered crucial to its political future and to its aspirations for membership of the European Union, a goal that is widely supported by the people. Despite the country's complex government structure, which has a tripartite presidency, the Serbian separatist leader Milorad Dodik stands out in the contest. He also closed his campaign after meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and sees in Trump an ally, opposed to the European Union. In the face of these positions, several Bosniac candidates have focused their
'Get on with the day job' - Welsh Tory leader attacks first minister's independence push
Darren Millar says Rhun ap Iorwerth has failed to improve public services or help Welsh businesses.
Scottish Tory leader Findlay says SNP's indy 'obsession' is dangerously irresponsible
Russell Findlay tells the Conservative Party's UK conference that breaking up the United Kingdom would be "a gift to our enemies".
Woman at centre of Cornell gang rape lawsuit targeted with threats, lawyer says
The woman who alleged that she was drugged and raped by seven male students at a Cornell University fraternity house has been the target of threats, her lawyer told CNN on Sunday. Cornell's president earlier voiced support for an external review of the Ivy League institution facing widespread outcry over its handling of the case.