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28.09.2024 - 15:15 [ Middle East Eye ]

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Beirut strike, group confirms

The statement did not mention who would succeed Nasrallah or how the group would respond to the assassination of its long-time leader.

According to analysts, the man widely regarded as Nasrallah‘s heir, Hashem Safieddine, was still alive after Friday‘s attack.

15.11.2023 - 08:36 [ Haaretz ]

Israeli Panel Seeks to Force Justice Minister‘s Hand Over Appointment of Next Chief Justice

(14.11.2023)

Members of the Judicial Appointments Committee are looking into the option of initiating a motion to elect Justice Isaac Amit as the president of the Supreme Court, despite the opposition of Justice Minister Yariv Levin.

15.11.2023 - 08:30 [ Yonatan Touval / Twitter ]

So even as Israel is at war, #Netanyahu‘s justice minister, Yariv Levin, continues advancing the judicial coup, reportedly plotting to appoint two of his allies who actively participated in the attempted coup to the Supreme Court (per Channel 12 News).

(November 12, 2023)

15.11.2023 - 08:20 [ Reuters ]

Israeli government yields on key judicial overhaul, citing war

(November 5, 2023)

In a letter from his lawyer to the Supreme Court, Justice Minister Yariv Levin pledged to convene the Judicial Appointments Committee within 15 days. The court had been scheduled to hear challenges to his hold-ups, which have resulted in backlogs in filling vacated bench positions.

„The justice minister believes there is no justification for being preoccupied with disputes during a war,“ the letter said.

04.10.2023 - 09:42 [ Tristan Snell / Twitter ]

Democrats + 7 MAGA Republicans removed Kevin McCarthy as Speaker. Democrats + 7 moderate Republicans could make Hakeem Jeffries the next Speaker.

04.10.2023 - 09:15 [ Reuters ]

Who could succeed Republican Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the US House?

JIM JORDAN

Representative Jim Jordan, the chair of the House Judiciary Committee and an ally of former President Donald Trump, was nominated by some Republican rebels to be the speaker during the election to the seat in January. He received 20 votes during one round of voting. (…)

Representative Patrick McHenry was named to step in as speaker pro tempore following McCarthy‘s ouster. Chair of the House Financial Services Committee, McHenry is a McCarthy ally who spoke in support of McCarthy prior to the vote.

30.09.2023 - 05:46 [ Barbara Lee, Candidate for US Senate in California. Proud Congresswoman from the East / Twitter ]

I know what it‘s like to struggle. I escaped an abusive marriage and ended up homeless. I relied on public assistance to raise my two young sons as a single mom. I couldn‘t afford childcare, so my kids came to class with me while I earned my college degree. I know you know what I‘m talking about. More than half of Californians live one paycheck away from poverty. It‘s time for us to have a voice in the Senate.

(28.09.2023)

31.08.2023 - 12:41 [ Sky News ]

Cabinet reshuffle latest: Grant Shapps appointment ‚ruffles feathers‘ – as successor for his old job confirmed

Rishi Sunak is reshuffling his top team, with Grant Shapps succeeding Ben Wallace as defence secretary and Claire Coutinho entering cabinet as energy secretary.

31.08.2023 - 12:30 [ Telegraph.co.uk ]

Politics latest news: Grant Shapps announced as next Defence Secretary

Mr Wallace, who revealed his intention to quit back in July, said in his resignation letter: “After much reflection, I have taken the decision to ask that I be allowed to step down. I won my seat in 2005 and after so many years it is time for me to invest in the parts of life that I have neglected, and to explore new opportunities.”

25.07.2023 - 13:33 [ ORFat ]

Staatsmedien: Chinas Außenminister aus Amt entfernt

Der seit einem Monat nicht mehr öffentlich aufgetretene chinesische Außenminister Qin Gang ist aus dem Amt entfernt worden. Wie der Staatssender CCTV berichtete, stimmte der Ständige Ausschuss des Volkskongresses bei einer Sitzung heute dafür. Sein Vorgänger Wang Yi soll erneut das Amt übernehmen.

28.02.2023 - 11:18 [ postnewsgroup.com ]

Rep. Barbara Lee Joins Competitive Race to Replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein

(February 25, 2023)

Both Porter and Schiff, like Lee, have progressive voting records. Both Democratic competitors have already amassed tens of millions of dollars, respectively, in campaign donations. Their early fundraising places them in a stronger position than Lee to win the 2024 Democratic primary which will be held about a year from now.

07.02.2023 - 02:48 [ New York Times ]

Zelensky’s Party Says It Will Move to Replace Defense Minister

(05.02.2023)

The fate of the defense minister, Oleksii Reznikov, has been the subject of increasing speculation amid a growing scandal about financial impropriety within the ministry and an accompanying government investigation into corruption.

Davyd Arakhamia, the head of Mr. Zelensky’s Servant of the People party in Parliament, said on Sunday that Mr. Reznikov would be transferred to the leadership of another ministry and that Maj. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov, the current military intelligence chief, would replace him.

18.01.2023 - 13:53 [ phoenix / nitter ]

„Ich will die #Bundeswehr stark machen für die Zeit, die vor uns liegt“, so der designierte Verteidigungsminister Boris #Pistorius. Er will die Soldatinnen & Soldaten eng in diesem Prozess einbeziehen und sich ggf. vor die Truppe stellen. @BMVg_Bundeswehr

21.10.2022 - 18:45 [ theGuardian.com ]

‘Like being in a cult’: MPs on the seven days that brought down Liz Truss

One weary-sounding Conservative MP said they felt they had been in the grip of a cult over the last six weeks – and had escaped just in time. Others, however, still felt trapped, they said. “That is literally what it’s been like … It’s such a sense of relief. I just thank God it’s over.”

20.10.2022 - 23:55 [ DailyMail.co.uk ]

Is Boris heading back to No10? Former PM takes early lead with Rishi Sunak in second as a quarter of Tory MPs declare their support in race to replace Liz Truss – candidates need at least 100 backers by MONDAY as battle ‚for soul of the party‘ intensifies

Boris Johnson is currently the most popular choice among Tory MPs to become prime minister as the race to replace Liz Truss roared into life today following her humiliating resignation after just 44 days in power.

With a quarter of MPs declaring support for their preferred candidates, Mr Johnson currently counts 38 backers, compared to Rishi Sunak‘s 27 and Penny Mourdant‘s 12, according to the latest tally by Guido Fawkes.

14.10.2022 - 17:55 [ DailyMail.co.uk ]

Eight minutes, four questions and NO apology! Liz Truss makes hasty exit from press conference after U-turning on flagship corporation tax cut after SACKING Kwasi Kwarteng and replacing him with Jeremy Hunt

Under fierce fire from journalists, Ms Truss refused to apologise for ‚trashing‘ the Tories‘ reputation – before abruptly walking out after eight minutes and just four question.

Downing Street will now be waiting anxiously to see if the PM has done enough to cling on, but the early response was not promising, with one former Cabinet minister telling MailOnline the PM had been ‚robotic‘ and made the situation far worse.

08.09.2022 - 20:24 [ DailyMail.co.uk ]

Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96 after historic 70-year reign, plunging Britain and a world that loved her into mourning for an unparalleled lifetime of ‚service, duty and devotion‘ – and making Charles the new King

– The death of Queen Elizabeth II is announced at the age of 96, ending the longest reign of any British monarch
– Doctors became concerned about her health today – with her children and grandchildren racing to Balmoral
– World joins Britain in mourning, and celebrating, devoted sovereign who ruled the country for 70 years
– Queen‘s son Charles, the former Prince of Wales, becomes King and is expected to address the nation shortly
– Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary became Queen on Feb 6 1952 aged just 25, when her father George VI died
– Her reign spanned 15 British Prime Ministers from Sir Winston Churchill to Liz Truss and 14 US Presidents- And on September 9, 2015, she became longest-reigning British monarch, surpassing Queen Victoria‘s record
– Queen dies aged 96: Follow for the latest updates from Balmoral as Britain‘s Elizabeth II passes

31.07.2022 - 05:12 [ President Biden / Twitter ]

Folks, today I tested positive for COVID again. This happens with a small minority of folks. I’ve got no symptoms but I am going to isolate for the safety of everyone around me. I’m still at work, and will be back on the road soon.

27.07.2022 - 15:06 [ theHill.com ]

Warren returns to campaign spotlight

The liberal lawmaker has kept a relatively low profile since suspending her presidential bid to endorse Joe Biden. Vowing to be a trusted ally to his administration, she’s quietly lent a hand on policy and personnel decisions and sponsored bills to advance progressives’ top concerns.

But increasingly, Warren is also resurfacing nationally, adopting a front-facing role as a campaign surrogate for progressive candidates in swing states.

10.07.2022 - 17:54 [ NewsFirst.lk ]

What happens after the President resigns? BASL explains process to elect new President

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka convening a special press conference on Sunday (10) afternoon elaborated on the process that should be followed by the President, and the Prime Minister in vacating their posts.

BASL President Saliya Pieris, PC told reporters that in terms of the constitution, the President must address to speaker a letter signed by him of his decision to step down, and when the position is vacant the Prime Minister would take over as acting President.

09.07.2022 - 17:04 [ @RishiSunak / Nitter ]

I’m standing to be the next leader of the Conservative Party and your Prime Minister. Let’s restore trust, rebuild the economy and reunite the country. #Ready4Rishi

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09.07.2022 - 16:49 [ ORF.at ]

Mitfavorit Wallace kandidiert nicht als Johnsons Nachfolger

Trotz seiner Favoritenrolle will der britische Verteidigungsminister Ben Wallace sich nicht um die Nachfolge von Premierminister Boris Johnson als Chef der konservativen Tory-Partei bewerben.

30.06.2022 - 03:12 [ Haaretz ]

Israel‘s Lawmakers to Vote to Dissolve Knesset; Lapid to Become PM

The wording of the approved bill sets November 1 as the date elections will be held.

If the vote passes, Lapid will assume the position of prime minister on Thursday at midnight, replacing his coalition partner Naftali Bennett, who on Wednesday evening announced that he would not run in the upcoming election.

17.04.2022 - 22:49 [ Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Islamic Republic of Pakistan / Twitter ]

What happened in Punjab Assembly was condemnable & against all democratic norms & constitutional provisions. No one was in the Chair conducting the supposed elections – a total violation of all norms. We reject this sham mafia-captured „elections“

17.04.2022 - 22:35 [ Sky News / Twitter ]

Tens of thousands of people turned out in Karachi to protest against the removal of former Prime Minister Imran Khan from power. Imran Khan has accused the US of being behind his downfall because he asked Russia for economic help.

10.04.2022 - 10:15 [ Al Jazeera ]

Pakistan: Key players behind PM Imran Khan’s removal

The brother of three-time prime minister Nawaz Sharif – who has been disqualified from ever again running for office and is currently in exile in Britain – Shehbaz is the main candidate to replace Khan.

26.03.2022 - 10:06 [ KBS.co.kr ]

Konflikt zwischen Präsident Moon und gewähltem Nachfolger Yoon verschärft sich

Präsident Moon Jae-in ernannte am Dienstag den Direktor der Asien- und Pazifikabteilung beim Internationalen Währungsfonds (IWF), Rhee Chang-yong, zum neuen Gouverneur der Bank of Korea. Das Präsidialamt teilte mit, die Nominierung nach einer Unterredung mit Yoons Seite vorgenommen zu haben. Damit sollte ein Vakuum auf dem Posten verhindert werden, da die Amtszeit des amtierenden Zentralbank-Chefs Lee Ju-yeol Ende März ablaufe. Aus Yoons Lager hieß es jedoch, dass es zu der Frage keine eingehende Besprechung gegeben habe.

08.12.2021 - 18:34 [ BBC ]

Germany‘s Olaf Scholz takes over from Merkel as chancellor

Mr Scholz is already a known and trusted face in Berlin and Brussels. He marketed himself to voters as sort of Merkel Mark Two, despite hailing from a different political party.

But it‘s not all about continuity, and friends and trade partners of this rich and powerful nation will be watching closely.

11.11.2021 - 18:51 [ Neue Zürcher Zeitung ]

Ein CDU-Chef Helge Braun würde die Ära Merkel nur verlängern

Jetzt ist es offiziell: Kanzleramtschef Helge Braun will Vorsitzender der CDU werden. Für Friedrich Merz, den Liebling der Basis, ist das ein Geschenk. Sein Kontrahent gehört zum alten Establishment und ist mitverantwortlich für dessen Fehlschläge

10.10.2021 - 10:54 [ derStandard.at ]

Kanzler-Nachfolger Schallenberg bespricht sich heute mit Kogler und Van der Bellen

Kurz bezeichnete die Vorwürfe gegen ihn neuerlich als falsch. Er werde die Aufhebung der Immunität selbst beantragen, heißt es vom ÖVP-Klub zum STANDARD.

Die türkis-grüne Regierung macht nach dem Rücktritt von Kurz also weiter. Vizekanzler Werner Kogler (Grüne) kündigte an, dass die Zusammenarbeit mit Schallenberg an der Regierungsspitze fortgesetzt werden könne.

10.10.2021 - 10:49 [ Profil.at ]

Sebastian Kurz: Rücktritt ist ein Ausweichmanöver

Im Verlauf des Samstags dürfte dann Kurz und den ÖVP-Entscheidungsträgern einiges klar geworden sein: Die Grünen meinen es ernst. Der Kanzler wird am Dienstag abgewählt. Die ÖVP fliegt aus der Regierung. Opposition ist Mist. Dazu dürfte es massive Interventionen aus der Wirtschaft gegeben haben, die Koalition mit den Grünen fortzusetzen.

09.10.2021 - 20:18 [ ORF.at ]

Kurz kündigt Rückzug aus Kanzleramt an

Wenige Tage nach Bekanntwerden der Korruptionsvorwürfe gegen ÖVP-Kanzler Sebastian Kurz (ÖVP) und einige seiner engsten Mitarbeiter, hat Kurz die Konsequenzen gezogen und seinen – zeitweiligen – Rückzug ankündigt.Im Kanzleramt soll ihm der bisherige Außenminister Alexander Schallenberg (ÖVP) nachfolgen.

26.09.2021 - 05:53 [ Michael Bayer / Twitter ]

Bundestagswahl 2021: Aus dem Ausland kommt nur grenzenloser Spott

09.09.2021 - 13:59 [ New York Times ]

Olaf Scholz Is Running as the Next Angela Merkel, and It Seems to Be Working

Mr. Scholz, a Social Democrat who is modeling himself as the candidate of continuity, has a fair shot at being Germany’s next chancellor.

07.06.2021 - 08:24 [ ZDF ]

Was die Wahl für Berlin bedeutet – Atempause, aber kein Grund zum Ausruhen

Wenn die Wahl in Sachsen-Anhalt ein Stimmungstest für die Bundestagswahl war, dann hat Armin Laschet eine Atempause. Ausruhen kann er sich nicht. Und alle anderen auch nicht.

31.05.2021 - 17:21 [ ORF.at ]

Wallner: „Völlig unnötige Spekulation“ über Kurz-Nachfolge

Die „SZ“ berichtete heute, dass bei einer Anklage von Kurz wegen Falschaussage im U-Ausschuss „seine Karriere, sein Ruf auf dem Spiel“ stünden. Die ÖVP rüste sich für den „Worst Case“ und mache Planspiele für den Fall, dass Kurz sein Amt ruhen lassen müsse:

21.04.2021 - 05:37 [ Politico.eu ]

A bruised Laschet wins Germany’s conservative crown

Described by party colleagues as a diligent bridge builder who favors behind-the-scenes compromise to political gamesmanship, Laschet’s style and demeanor are reminiscent of Merkel’s and he is often compared to her. Like the chancellor, Laschet is a political moderate and he has been a loyal supporter of her policies on refugees, Europe and foreign affairs.

19.04.2021 - 10:51 [ Google News Deutschland ]

Söder, schwarz-grün

(Suchergebnisse)

19.04.2021 - 10:03 [ Johanna Roth, Politikredakteurin @zeitonline / Twitter ]

Schon irre, wie Söder sich an die Macht bulldozert (oder zumindest glaubt, das so zu schaffen): In die Fraktion kommen, um die Temperatur zu fühlen, dann bis zur Kampfabstimmung ausreizen und Laschet auf dessen Weg nach unten dabei noch maximal beschädigt aussehen lassen.

19.04.2021 - 06:09 [ Zentralkomitee der Kommunistischen Partei Kubas ]

Heute wird Entwurf der Kandidaturen für Zentralkomitee vorgelegt

(18.04.2021)

An diesem Sonntag Nachmittag, am dritten Sizungstag des 8. Parteitags der Kommunistischen Partei Kubas, der im Kongresspalast in Havanna stattfindet, wird der Entwurf zur Kandidatur für die Mitgliedschaft im Zentralkomitee vorgelegt.

Anschließend werden die teilnehmenden Delegierten das Dokument der Kandidatur prüfen, und nachdem es genehmigt worden ist, wird es einer Abstimmung unterzogen, deren Ergebnis morgen bekannt gegeben wird.