AfD Wins German State Election in Historic Result
Beyond the AfD's ~44% win in Saxony-Anhalt: the voters behind the surge, the economy fuelling it, and why every rival refuses to govern with it.
Politics
Political news and current affairs. Coverage of political developments, elections, policy debates, and governance issues from The Oceania Cables.
Labor Escalates Rhetoric Against One Nation, Hanson Responds
Labor leaders called One Nation dangerous, divisive and far-right in Brisbane. Hanson warned this rhetoric is how political violence is incited.
Students Call for Hanson to Be Shot and Killed in Protest Footage
Death threats and abusive chants against Pauline Hanson recorded during student protests across Australian cities organised against One Nation.
Socialist Groups Push Student Walkout Against One Nation
A socialist network is mobilising Australian high school and university students for a nationwide walkout against One Nation on 13 August.
1,051 German Jurists Demand Ban on Leading Opposition Party
1,051 German jurists demand a ban on the AfD, citing a progressive legal opinion & intelligence classification as the party leads national polls.
Burnham Shapes Government: Soft Left, Socialist Group In
Summary: Andy Burnham has begun shaping his government with a series of senior and junior appointments in his first week as prime minister. Soft-left figures have been restored to key cabinet positions, while three members of the Socialist Campaign Group have been made parliamentary private secretaries — the first time
Hungary Parliament Removes President Sulyok in Reform Push
Hungary's parliament removes President Tamás Sulyok in a major reform push by PM Péter Magyar after ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.
France: Le Pen Cleared to Run in 2027 Presidential Election
Marine Le Pen cleared to run in the 2027 French election after court ruling. Polls show her as the frontrunner despite embezzlement conviction.
Socialist Surge: DSA-Backed Candidates Sweep New York Primaries
Progressive candidates sweep New York primaries, signaling a rising socialist movement reshaping the Democratic Party's urban strongholds
UK Prime Minister Starmer Resigns; Farage Pushes for Snap Election
UK PM Keir Starmer steps down as Labour leader amid internal pressure. Andy Burnham leads the race, and Nigel Farage demands a general election.
Pressure Mounts on PM Starmer Amid Speculation of Resignation
PM Starmer faces resignation pressure after Labour election losses. Speculation rises on leadership as Andy Burnham emerges as a contender.
Australia’s Populist Surge: Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Reshaping Politics
One Nation surges to 31% in polls, reshaping Australian politics with a platform of immigration caps, housing, and economic nationalism.