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Yesh Atid Lawmakers Step Down from Knesset List Ahead of Election
Politicshaaretzjerusalem-post15h ago2 sources

Yesh Atid Lawmakers Step Down from Knesset List Ahead of Election

Former minister Karine Elharrar and another lawmaker have announced they will not seek re-election to the Knesset, marking a continued internal shift within Yesh Atid as the party prepares for the upcoming vote while remaining active in the campaign.

Heated debate about the Euro
Politics7d ago

Heated debate about the Euro

Steingrímur J. Sigfússon, former Minister of Finance, says it is clear that the Euro will not be adopted as a currency in the near future, should accession negotiations with the EU be reopened.

Former Minister Comments on Lithuanian Defense Procurement Audit
Businessdelfi-lt13d ago

Former Minister Comments on Lithuanian Defense Procurement Audit

Former Minister of National Defense Dovilė Šakalienė commented on the State Control audit regarding arms and military equipment acquisitions, stating it did not reveal significant systemic violations but highlighted an outdated procurement system as the main issue.

Former Minister Knew EU Agreement Would Not Be Reached
Worldmorgunbladid19d ago

Former Minister Knew EU Agreement Would Not Be Reached

Jón Bjarnason, former Minister of Fisheries and Agriculture, suggests that the current government does not intend to maintain the same reservations in its EU membership application as set by Althingi, should it gain approval.

Mahama Unveils Cenotaph for Late Omane Boamah
Worldmyjoyonline27d ago

Mahama Unveils Cenotaph for Late Omane Boamah

President John Mahama has unveiled a cenotaph in honor of the late Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, former Minister for Defence, as part of activities marking the first anniversary of a helicopter crash that claimed eight lives.

Albanian Anti-Corruption Efforts and New US Ambassador
Politicsbalkan-web28d ago

Albanian Anti-Corruption Efforts and New US Ambassador

Journalist Ermal Peçi discusses ongoing investigations by SPAK (Special Anti-Corruption Structure) in Albania, mentioning former minister Balluku, and the arrival of new US Ambassador Eric Wendt, suggesting significant political impact.

Financearab-news23h ago

Mahmoud Mohieldin Profile and Updates

Arab News publishes a profile or update regarding Egyptian economist and former minister Mahmoud Mohieldin, detailing his recent activities or policy positions.

Malaysian Ex-Minister Remanded for Questioning Over Tabung Haji Hotel Deal
PoliticsSCMPmalay-mailstar-malaysia1d ago3 sources

Malaysian Ex-Minister Remanded for Questioning Over Tabung Haji Hotel Deal

Malaysian anti-corruption officials have remanded a former minister for five days to investigate allegations surrounding a controversial hotel lease agreement involving the state investment fund Tabung Haji in Saudi Arabia. The probe is part of a broader royal commission examining financial irregularities linked to the agency.

Worldnewsday-zw4d ago

Jonathan Moyo squeals over farm

Former minister Jonathan Moyo has publicly criticized proposed land reforms affecting his agricultural holdings, calling the measures unfair and economically damaging. His comments have reignited debates over property rights and political accountability in Zimbabwe.

Georgian Politician Mamuka Mdinaradze Quits Active Politics
Politicsoc-mediacivil-ge7d ago2 sources

Georgian Politician Mamuka Mdinaradze Quits Active Politics

Former minister and prominent member of the ruling Georgian Dream party, Mamuka Mdinaradze, has formally resigned from his cabinet position. He confirmed his decision to step away from public office, citing personal reasons and a desire to leave active politics.

Czech Constitutional Court Rejects Blažek's Bitcoin Case Complaint
Technologyirozhlasaktualne-czaktuality-sk17d ago3 sources

Czech Constitutional Court Rejects Blažek's Bitcoin Case Complaint

The Czech Constitutional Court has rejected the complaint filed by former minister Blažek in the bitcoin case, upholding that his rights were not violated. Blažek and Titz had complained about police haste and media coverage, and Blažek now faces a potential six-and-a-half-year prison sentence.

Taraba APC Faces Pressure Over Unresolved Primary Complaints
Politicsvanguard-ng21d ago

Taraba APC Faces Pressure Over Unresolved Primary Complaints

Supporters of former Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, have expressed concern over the alleged silence of the Taraba State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding complaints arising from the party’s governorship primary.

Former SDP Minister Becomes Special Advisor to Ćorić
Politicsindex-hrjutarnji-list26d ago2 sources

Former SDP Minister Becomes Special Advisor to Ćorić

A former minister from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has been appointed as a special advisor to Ćorić, following an unexpected offer from Prime Minister Plenković. The former minister stated he was surprised by the proposal and denied selling out.

Analysis on European Identity and Global Challenges
Worldcapital-bg1mo ago

Analysis on European Identity and Global Challenges

An analysis by Stoyan Stalev, a lawyer, diplomat, and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, explores European identity in the context of new global challenges. Stalev, who has also served as an ambassador and headed the Bulgarian Investment Agency, provides insights into international law, business, and geopolitics.

Former minister Ioannis Varvitsiotis, historic New Democracy figure, passes away in Athens
Politicsavgiprotothema-en1mo ago2 sources

Former minister Ioannis Varvitsiotis, historic New Democracy figure, passes away in Athens

The lawyer and politician, one of the last surviving pre-dictatorship MPs, passed away peacefully at his Filothei home surrounded by his children, hours after marking his 93rd birthday, prompting immediate tributes across the political spectrum The post Former minister Ioannis Varvitsiotis, historic New Democracy figure, passes away in Athens appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Former Minister Ilir Beqaj Released to House Arrest in SASPAC Case
Politicsreporter-albalkan-web1mo ago2 sources

Former Minister Ilir Beqaj Released to House Arrest in SASPAC Case

Former Albanian Minister Ilir Beqaj has been released from prison and placed under house arrest by the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) after two years in custody. Beqaj, who was held in connection with the SASPAC case involving the abuse of EU funds, reacted to his release by stating he was unjustly imprisoned.

Mickoski Criticizes Filipče Over Bacteriologically Unsafe Water Issue
Politicsmkd-mk1mo ago

Mickoski Criticizes Filipče Over Bacteriologically Unsafe Water Issue

Hristijan Mickoski criticized former minister Venko Filipče for allegedly taking no action regarding bacteriologically unsafe water while he was in office. Mickoski responded to Filipče's question about responsibility for state problems, including the water issue in Gostivar, noting an improvement from six to two unsafe samples.

Queensland Euthanasia Laws Under Review
Politicssydney-morning-herald12d ago

Queensland Euthanasia Laws Under Review

Queensland's euthanasia laws, which granted terminally ill individuals legal access to end their lives in 2023, are now due for review as a mandated timer in the legislation expired in January.

Zelensky Faces Political Pressure Amid Corruption Probe and Nord Stream Arrest
PoliticsAPBBCbloomberg+49le-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dkcbchelsingin-sanomatnostagesschau+41 more15d ago52 sources

Zelensky Faces Political Pressure Amid Corruption Probe and Nord Stream Arrest

Ukrainian President Zelensky is under increasing political pressure, facing calls for wartime elections from a former minister and dismissing an advisor amid an anti-corruption investigation. Concurrently, a Ukrainian man has been arrested in Croatia in connection with the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage.

Swedish Government Faces Shifting Public Opinion
Politicssvenska-dagbladet20d ago

Swedish Government Faces Shifting Public Opinion

A podcast discusses whether the political winds are turning against the Swedish government, as the Social Democrats bring back former minister Thomas Bodström to counter Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer.

Veteran Greek Politician Ioannis Varvitsiotis Dies at 93
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1ekathimerini1mo ago4 sources

Veteran Greek Politician Ioannis Varvitsiotis Dies at 93

Ioannis Varvitsiotis, a veteran Greek politician and former minister, has died at the age of 93. He was a prominent figure in the New Democracy party, remembered as a loyal parliamentarian and respected opponent.

Former Minister Advocates for Migrants Amid Exodus
Politicsla-repubblica1mo ago

Former Minister Advocates for Migrants Amid Exodus

A former minister and founder of Sant’Egidio argues against closed borders, stating that Europe needs migrants and describing the current situation as an 'exodus of the damned,' recalling EU solidarity in Lampedusa in 2023.