Parliament

Egypt's parliament debates deploying defensive military forces to Saudi Arabia to counter Houthi attacks, as regional tensions escalate following significant drone and missile strikes.

An in-depth look at Israel's electoral mechanics, exploring how the Bader-Offer method and surplus vote agreements determine Knesset seat allocation.

Syrian parliamentarians are seeking to repeal a 1980 law criminalizing the Muslim Brotherhood with the death penalty. The move tests transitional leader al-Julani as the movement attempts to return to political life.

Morocco's Authenticity and Modernity Party formed a four-party center-left coalition, making Fatima Zahra Mansouri the kingdom's first female prime minister.

Swedish Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson announced she has not yet formed a government, receiving a one-day extension from the parliament speaker amid ongoing coalition hurdles.

The Italian Parliament faces a crucial vote on a controversial electoral law pushed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The bill would grant a large seat bonus to the winner, sparking fierce debate over democratic stability.

Norway's parliament rejected a bill to establish a national terror list and designate groups like Hamas, leaving the country reliant solely on UN designations.

Finnish authorities are investigating suspicious break-ins at lawmakers' homes, which officials suspect may be linked to foreign intelligence operations.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reignited political debate by suggesting Britain should re-examine its relationship with the EU, including potential full re-entry, drawing fierce domestic criticism and cautious European responses.

The Norwegian parliament has begun public hearings on politicians' ties to Jeffrey Epstein following the US release of documents, dealing a severe blow to the nation's political elite.

Hardline Iranian MP Hamid Rezaei was jailed in Tehran for 10 months following a complaint by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, highlighting deep political divisions within Iran's conservative establishment.

Hungarian lawmakers have unanimously voted to lift the immunity of Prime Minister Peter Magyar following a minor phone-throwing incident, while also stripping immunity from two former ministers under Viktor Orban.

An expert panel in Japan recommended criminal penalties for clients buying sex services, potentially driving a major legal reform. The bill, expected this autumn, aims to curb street prostitution and online solicitation.

A senior adviser to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that early presidential elections could be held on April 16, 2028, potentially opening the path for Erdogan to run for a final term.

Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced a 64% salary increase, raising his annual pay to 2.9 million US dollars, while pledging to donate the raise to charity for five years.

A hardline Iranian lawmaker's bid to impeach President Masoud Pezeshkian has sparked a fierce internal conflict within Tehran's conservative camp, drawing sharp pushback from Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

Crypto billionaire Ben Delo has pledged 36 million pounds to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, aiming to challenge Britain's major political parties amidst ongoing funding controversies.

Indonesian security forces have deployed large numbers of personnel in three major cities. Tens of thousands of protesters are calling for an end to the country's "militarization" and demanding the death penalty for corrupt officials. The demonstrations mark the anniversary of last year's violent unrest that left ten people dead.

Lebanon becomes the first Arab country to abolish the death penalty. Palestinian students at Columbia sue the university for discrimination. And the British infrastructure project that surrendered to the struggle of Harry Potter fans. Global Zoom.

The parliament in Beirut approved a general amnesty bill intended to release thousands of prisoners and ease overcrowding in prisons. Following the approval of the law, Member of Parliament Ghada Ayoub clarified that Lebanese who fled to Israel will be able to return to their country. The move sparked protests in the country due to fears regarding the release of those who killed security...

The Lebanese parliament has approved a law abolishing the death penalty, replacing it with life imprisonment with hard labor. The Hezbollah faction was the only one to vote against the measure, making Lebanon the first Arab nation to take this step.

The Kosovo parliament descended into chaos as Prime Minister Albin Kurti failed to secure enough support to form a government, with the deadline for convening the legislature having passed. During the session, opposition MP Time Kadrijaj pelted the Prime Minister with eggs.

The opposition leader in the Australian Capital Territory, Mark Parton, admitted to sending a message complaining about his job being "boring" during budget hearings, but denied it was sent to a sex worker. Parton refused to answer questions regarding the matter, claiming they are not of public interest, and stated he has no intention of resigning.

The Iranian parliament has dismissed Ebrahim Rezai and Mahmoud Nabavian from their senior positions in the National Security Committee. Both officials were known for their vocal opposition to talks with Washington.