Nepal’s Gen Z protests result in 19 deaths, demonstrators set fire to parliament and houses.
Violent Protests Erupt in Nepal On Tuesday, widespread protests against the Nepalese government escalated into violence, resulting in at least 19 fatalities and hundreds injured, according to reports. Demonstrators, particularly young members of Gen Z, attacked government buildings and demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Sharma Oli in Kathmandu. Local media sources indicated that the […]
Former Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament and EuroMaidan Leader Shot and Killed
Andriy Parubiy, a former president of the Ukrainian Parliament and a prominent figure during the Euromaidan protests, was shot and killed, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday. Parubiy, who served as chairman of Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada from 2016 to 2019, was fatally shot in Lviv, a city in western Ukraine, in what appears to […]
Three people killed as mob ignites fire at local parliament building in Indonesia
A mob in Indonesia set fire to a parliament building in Makassar, leading to at least three fatalities and injuring five others who were hospitalized, according to local officials. The fire broke out late Friday night in South Sulawesi’s capital. Videos on television displayed flames engulfing state legislative buildings, casting an unsettling orange glow throughout […]
Former Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre Comes Back to Parliament
Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s Return to Parliament Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Canadian Conservative Party, is set to return to Parliament in September. This comes after he lost his seat in the general election but secured a win in a special election on Monday, where he faced over 200 candidates. Poilievre’s political career […]
MP Takes His Own Life in Finland’s Parliament Building
Finnish Parliament Mourns Loss of Member Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo honored members of his national parliament after the tragic news emerged that one of them had died early Tuesday morning. Emery Pertonen, a 30-year-old member of the Finland Social Democrats, reportedly took his own life at the Capitol in Helsinki. Emergency services had received […]
Iran’s Parliament supports action to block the Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Parliament Supports Potential Closure of Hormuz Strait On Sunday, Iranian lawmakers expressed their backing for a plan to close the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime passage responsible for about 20% of global oil and liquid consumption as of 2024. This development follows recent US military strikes aimed at significant nuclear sites such as […]
Parliament in the UK approves the decriminalization of late-term abortions
UK Parliament Moves Toward Decriminalizing Late Abortions The UK Parliament has begun initial steps to potentially decriminalize late-term abortions, a shift that could have significant implications for women’s healthcare in the country. On Tuesday, the House of Commons voted to adopt a broader amendment to the crime bill, approving it with a count of 379 […]
Iranian Parliament Speaker Enlists Cuba to Combat Shared Opponents in Havana Visit
On Tuesday, Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bakr Karibah, urged for a stronger partnership between Iran and Cuba during his official visit to the two countries, pointing out their shared objectives, allies, and adversaries. Karibah arrived in Havana on Monday evening as part of a three-country tour. His itinerary began in Caracas, where he met with […]
Iran Dispatches Parliament Speaker to Counteract Opponent Strategies in Venezuela
Iranian Official’s Visit to Venezuela: Strengthening Ties Against US Influence On Sunday, Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baka Karibah, emphasized his commitment to countering “global rog arrogance” during his visit to Venezuela. He highlighted the importance of solidifying economic relationships between Iran and Venezuela, both of which have taken anti-US stances. Karibah’s trip to Caracas is […]
New Zealand lawmakers who did haka in parliament face unusual punishment
New Zealand Lawmakers Suspended After Parliamentary Haka Three lawmakers from New Zealand, known for performing a haka in Parliament, are facing temporary suspension—deemed the most severe penalty for lawmakers. Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi, co-leaders of the Māori Party, along with the party’s youngest member, Hana Rauhiti Maipi Clark, showcased the traditional Māori dance during […]