PoliticsHundreds of protesters took to the streets across Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities on Thursday, demanding the reinstatement of Mykhailo Fedorov. The 35-year-old defense minister, widely credited with modernizing the military’s technological infrastructure, was removed from his post as part of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s second major cabinet reshuffle.
PoliticsShimla MP Suresh Kashyap has launched a scathing attack on Congress leaders in Himachal Pradesh, accusing the opposition of weaponizing the name of Lord Ram for electoral gain while simultaneously pushing corruption narratives regarding the Ram Temple construction project to undermine the BJP’s credibility.
PoliticsTrinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Derek O'Brien has launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission, alleging the body is acting as a proxy for the BJP. O'Brien claims the commission has granted the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee 23 days of extensions while ignoring the party's own timely submissions.
PoliticsBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has committed €300 million to procure 16 Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine, a move designed to harden the nation’s aerial defense. Announced during a high-stakes visit to Kyiv, the deal represents a pivotal expansion of British military support amid the ongoing conflict.
PoliticsFrom the quiet corridors of Schloss Bruehl to the high-stakes ministerial meetings in Manila, the international political calendar enters a dense period of activity. Between July 16 and August 25, leaders and diplomats are mapping out a series of engagements that highlight both historical reflection and emerging regional alliances.
PoliticsThe fragile truce between Tehran and Washington has disintegrated, replaced by a surge of retaliatory strikes that have effectively choked the Strait of Hormuz. With naval traffic stalled and oil prices climbing, the military standoff has moved beyond rhetoric, pulling neighboring states into a widening theater of conflict.
PoliticsThe European Union’s highest court cleared Spain’s 2024 amnesty law on Thursday, validating pardons for figures tied to the Catalan separatist movement. The decision serves as a significant legal shield for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who relied on the controversial policy to secure his parliamentary coalition and hold onto power.
PoliticsOpposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session, seeking a thorough review of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill. The legislation, which aims to implement 33 percent women's reservation, stalled in the Lok Sabha on April 17.
PoliticsDuring a final visit to Kyiv before leaving office, Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed 300 million euros to Ukraine’s defense efforts. The pledge, coordinated alongside Sweden, marks a significant transfer of military assets intended to fortify the nation’s aerial capabilities against ongoing regional aggression.
PoliticsKarnataka’s cabinet expansion has hit a temporary impasse as state leadership awaits the return of Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge. KPCC President B K Hariprasad confirmed the delay, signaling that critical decisions regarding ministerial appointments remain frozen until the party’s central authority weighs in on the proposed reshuffle.
PoliticsProtests erupted across Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities after the sudden dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, forcing President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to accelerate the search for a successor. The administration now faces the delicate task of stabilizing the defense apparatus while managing mounting public pressure over the abrupt leadership change.
PoliticsThousands gathered in Kyiv on Thursday to protest the sudden dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, marking a rare moment of domestic unrest. The firing signals a deep rift within President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s cabinet, pitting reformist leadership against the established military command during a critical phase of the war.
Politics“Members cannot simply go and merge with a party,” argued Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant on Thursday, formally challenging the defection of six lawmakers who recently joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction. Sawant urged Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to reject the group’s recognition, citing strict anti-defection constitutional provisions.
PoliticsAt least five Palestinians were killed Thursday as Israeli military operations accelerated across the Gaza Strip, marking a surge in intensity unseen since the October truce. Health officials confirmed that relentless airstrikes and shelling have targeted both residential zones and makeshift encampments, deepening the humanitarian catastrophe in the territory.
PoliticsPapua New Guinea has abruptly shuttered Taiwan’s representative office in Port Moresby, signaling a sharp recalibration of its diplomatic allegiances. Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko confirmed the move, opting to prioritize formal ties with Beijing and effectively stripping Taiwan of its long-standing foothold in the Pacific nation.
PoliticsFive years into the conflict, the path to diplomacy remains obstructed by a complete lack of current engagement between Moscow and Kyiv. Despite acknowledging Turkey's ongoing mediation efforts, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that no new rounds of negotiations are on the horizon, leaving the stalemate firmly intact.
PoliticsPapua New Guinea has ordered the immediate closure of Taiwan’s trade office in Port Moresby, a decisive shift that signals a major realignment in the nation’s foreign policy. Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko confirmed the move on Thursday, effectively ending the presence of the self-governed island’s representative mission within the Pacific state.
PoliticsFormer Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has rejected President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s offer to serve as an official adviser, a move highlighting deepening friction within Ukraine’s leadership. The refusal follows Fedorov’s recent departure from his ministerial post, which sparked rare public protests during the country’s ongoing mobilization efforts.
PoliticsA 42% vote threshold is now the golden ticket for Italy’s governing coalition, as parliament greenlit a sweeping electoral overhaul this Thursday. By guaranteeing a legislative bonus to the dominant bloc, Giorgia Meloni’s administration is effectively re-engineering the political arithmetic to solidify its hold ahead of the 2027 national elections.
PoliticsThe Kremlin confirmed on Thursday that prospects for reviving peace negotiations with Ukraine remain frozen, despite a recent wave of high-level personnel changes within President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s administration. Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov indicated that Moscow currently sees no foundation for dialogue, regardless of the new faces occupying key cabinet positions in Kyiv.
PoliticsDmitry Peskov confirmed on Thursday that Moscow maintains active communication with Tehran, warning that the current cycle of regional volatility poses a tangible threat to the global economy. The Kremlin continues to monitor the situation closely while urging restraint from both Iranian and American leadership to prevent further escalation.
PoliticsA high-profile clash between Senator Susan Collins and the White House has exposed deep fractures within the Maine Republican party. After the sudden withdrawal of her Democratic challenger, Graham Platner, Collins finds herself locked in a public dispute with President Trump over federal immigration tactics following a controversial ICE shooting.
PoliticsDonald Trump is set to deliver a primetime address centered on election security, a move that heightens political friction as the Republican Party navigates a volatile midterm cycle. The speech aims to amplify his persistent claims regarding voting system integrity while potentially introducing new, contentious intelligence reports into the public discourse.
PoliticsThe Trinamool Congress is grappling with a sudden exodus of high-profile members, as actress-turned-politician Koel Mallick resigned from her Rajya Sabha seat just months into her tenure, following a private meeting with Chairman CP Radhakrishnan to finalize her departure from the upper house of Parliament.
PoliticsDuring a candid conversation on Joe Rogan’s podcast, U.S. Vice President JD Vance took aim at Israeli officials attempting to manipulate American sentiment against a recent deal intended to de-escalate the conflict with Iran. He signaled that while foreign influence is expected, it becomes problematic when it dictates U.S. domestic policy.
PoliticsPhilippine Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro is broadening the scope of ASEAN’s diplomatic efforts in Myanmar by engaging directly with armed rebel groups and the National Unity Government. As the bloc’s special envoy, Lazaro plans to present these findings to regional ministers at next week’s summit in Manila.
PoliticsAfter only six months in office, Mykhailo Fedorov has been removed from his post as Ukraine’s defence minister by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The sudden departure of the architect behind Ukraine’s tech-heavy defense strategy has sparked rare wartime protests, leaving parliament to consider Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko as his successor.
PoliticsFormer President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that Dena Karari, a U.S. citizen detained in 2024, has been released by Iranian authorities. The development arrives as regional friction intensifies, with the U.S. military conducting operations to secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz, marking a rare moment of diplomatic movement.
PoliticsJairam Ramesh confirmed on Thursday that Congress will mobilize to defeat the reintroduction of the Delimitation Bill during the upcoming Monsoon Session. The party leadership views the government’s push as a calculated attempt to secure an unconstitutional majority by fracturing the existing opposition coalition.
PoliticsOver a thousand demonstrators gathered outside the presidential office in Kyiv today, challenging Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s decision to remove Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The dismissal of the reform-minded official has triggered a wave of public dissent just as parliament moves to install energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as the new government leader.