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Ghana: Uncertainty hangs over new government anti-corruption plan

President John Dramani Mahama wants to build trust by strengthening public accountability. But governance experts say the success of the anti-corruption plan will depend on the consistent enforcement of existing laws.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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'Portugal is an energy island and needs more flexibility,' minister says

The Portuguese government argues that because limited connections isolate Iberia from the European grid, the country faces many of the same challenges as the EU's outermost regions and deserves compensation for the lack of interconnections.

Euronews 2 weeks ago

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What to know about Macron's landmark visit to Syria

French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria is historic: he is the first EU leader to visit the country since the rebels took over and ousted dictator al-Assad. Both Macron and al-Sharaa hope to build a path towards Syria's rehabilitation, but...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Platner denies sexual assault allegation, but says he will assess 'best path forward'

The Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine said he was assessing next steps after allegations of sexual assault were reported on Monday by Politico. Platner denied them as "categorically untrue."

NPR News 2 weeks ago

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Senegal's power struggle: Referendum to decide on constitutional reform

Senegal's constitional reform has caused considerable political uproar. The public will now be asked to vote on the proposed amendments. Under a new constitution, the powers of President Faye would be reduced.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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Algeria's ruling FLN secures most seats in parliament with historically low turnout

Algeria's ruling National Liberation Front won the most seats in the country's parliamentary elections, the election board said Monday, securing 90 out of 407 in the July 2 vote. But the poll was marred by record-low turnout after the government...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Does the French right have a chance of defeating the far right in the election?

Right-wing Edouard Philippe has officially launched his presidential campaign less than a year ahead of the 2027 election in France. Philippe was the first one to say explicitly he would run for France's highest office. Now, polls give the ex-PM the...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Philippine Senate launches impeachment trial of Sara Duterte

The trial against Sara Duterte is the latest escalation in a bitter feud between the Philippines' leading political dynasties. The proceedings could have major implications for the country's 2028 presidential elections.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body, clearing way for technocratic committee

The Palestinian movement Hamas announced Monday that it had dissolved its governing body in the Gaza Strip after nearly 20 years in power, paving the way for a technocratic committee to administer the territory.

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Macron expected in Syria in first post-Assad visit by Western leader, Damascus says

French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria, the Syrian presidency announced on Sunday, without specifying the date of his visit, which will be the first by a head of state from a Western power since the 2024 ousting of longtime...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Zelensky warns of new Russian attacks as battle for Kostyantynivka continues

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that fighting was continuing for the eastern town of Kostyantynivka, rejecting Moscow's claim that Russian forces had captured the strategic settlement. Zelensky also warned Russia was preparing...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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UK Reform's Nigel Farage faces fresh misconduct allegations

Populist right leader Nigel Farage has been referred to the UK parliament's standards watchdog after a report that he failed to declare benefits. The Reform UK leader is already under investigation over a separate gift.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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France highlights role in American independence with historical re-enactments

Over the weekend, the Palace of Versailles celebrated the 250th anniversary of American Independence with a historical re-enactment. The French government provided covert support to US states to help them obtain independence from the British.

France 24 2 weeks ago

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US celebrates 250 years of independence amid polarising political landscape

The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarisation and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations got underway Saturday throughout the United States.

France 24 2 weeks ago

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China frees pastor after Trump raised case with Xi

China has released the pastor of a prominent underground church after US President Donald Trump pressed his case with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. His family hailed the move as a hopeful sign for religious freedom.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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In Mount Rushmore speech, Trump veers from U.S. exceptionalism to warnings about communism

President Trump ushered in America's 250th anniversary with a darkly political speech that swerved from the typically apolitical, unifying speeches past presidents have given to mark Independence Day.

NPR News 2 weeks ago

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A divided US celebrates 250th birthday as heatwave bears down on East Coast

The US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the country's independence on Saturday under sweltering temperatures, with a massive fireworks show planned in Washington following a speech by US President Donald Trump.

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Keir Starmer calls decision to resign as British PM 'intensely personal'

Starmer also said the next prime minister would not be able to spend any less time focusing on diplomacy and international affairs, citing the impact of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on the cost of living.

Euronews 2 weeks ago

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'Cautiously optimistic': Swing voters describe their view of America at 250

As America turns 250, voters from our Swing Shift project talk about the state of the country. Their views ranged from "uncertain" and "concerned" to "excited" and "cautiously optimistic."

NPR News 2 weeks ago

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Şehit Türk diplomata Atinada anma töreni

Bundan tam 32 yıl önce, Türkiyenin Atina Büyükelçiliği Müsteşarı Ömer Haluk Sipahioğlu, hain bir terör saldırısı sonucu şehit düştü. 17 Kasım isimli Yunan terör örgütü tarafından düzenlenen menfur saldırının 32nci yılında, şehit diplomatımız...

TRT Haber 2 weeks ago