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Britain faces weeks of leadership limbo in slow-motion coup against Starmer
Keir Starmer battles to retain his authority, critics say he’s a ‘lame-duck’ leader.
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UK ex-health minister says will run to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Pressure mounts on Starmer’s government, as Labour rivals including recently resigned Wes Streeting circle.
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In the UK, Muslim votes are treated as a problem to be managed
The UK’s local elections exposed the suspicion that meets Muslim political participation.
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What is at stake as Fatah holds its 8th general congress?
Delayed for years, the event has been described as a ‘quiet battle’ for loyalty, succession – and the movement’s future.
Philip Davis and Progressive Liberal Party win general election in Bahamas
The victory marks the first time in three decades a Bahamian political party has noticed back-to-back election wins.
Peru presidential candidate charged with financial crimes
Prosecutor calls for leftist candidate to be jailed for five years and four months over false financial disclosures.
From: NewsFeed
Starmer at risk because he pushed Labour to be ‘new Conservative Party’
Author Oliver Eagleton explains why British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his job.
Published On 13 May 2026
Voters head to the polls in the Bahamas for high-stakes snap election
Affordability, wage growth, and housing costs dominate Bahamian snap election as parties vie for 41 parliamentary seats.
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Who could challenge Keir Starmer for the UK PM’s job? Meet the candidates
The British prime minister has promised change as he battles to fend off leadership challenge.
The Take: What the Democrats’ Gaza fight means for the 2028 US elections
Support for Israel was once untouchable in US politics. Now it divides Democrats. Is this a turning point for the party?
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UK’s Starmer battles for political survival amid calls for exit timetable
Labour MP Catherine West urges the prime minister to set a timetable for the election of a new leader in September.
