An interim government review in Iceland revealed that approximately 85% of agricultural support is earmarked for specific sectors, suggesting a need for a simpler, more goal-based system.

Venezuela's interim government and opposition have reached an agreement on the need for deep judicial reform and the unfreezing of frozen financial assets held abroad.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, a Nobel Peace laureate, has stated she will not participate in dialogue between a group of opposition leaders and the interim government.

Venezuela's interim government has extended an invitation to the opposition for a dialogue.

Romanian winemakers are urging the restart of the national anti-hail system to protect their crops, but the interim Minister of Agriculture stated that the necessary program can only be approved by a fully empowered government.

The Trump administration's State Department has announced total support from Venezuela's interim government as it delivers $150 million in humanitarian earthquake relief, following the arrest of Maduro.

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Machado has expressed her intention to return to Venezuela and is challenging the Trump-installed interim government. She is advocating for new elections in the country.

Bolivia's interim government has approved a decree allowing the military to use force against protesters without fear of criminal prosecution. This decision comes amid ongoing unrest following the resignation of former President Evo Morales.

The High Court in Bangladesh has rejected a writ petition that sought an investigation into the tenure of an interim government, closing a legal avenue for such a probe.

Bulgaria's interim government has issued state securities worth €150 million with a two-year maturity and a 2.82% yield. This offers citizens an investment opportunity, with a €1000 investment potentially yielding €56.4 over the period.

Following the collapse of Prime Minister Evika Siliņa's government, Latvia's 'Jaunā Vienotība' (JV) party did not put forward a candidate for the potential interim government's prime minister position after meeting with the President.

Amnesty International has released a report stating that the interim government significantly curbed freedoms during the year 2025.

Romania's interim government, led by Ilie Bolojan following a successful censure motion, held its first session, reintroducing a defense investment ordinance despite a negative legislative council opinion. The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has urged the interim premier to cease "untimely appointments" to government positions.

A writ petition has been filed questioning the validity of decisions and laws made by Bangladesh's interim government.

A Science.org report indicates that Bangladesh's immunization system faltered after an interim government shifted vaccine procurement away from UNICEF. This change reportedly impacted the country's public health efforts.

Ivan Demerdzhiev, who was elected as a Member of Parliament from the "Progressive Bulgaria" list and served as Minister of Justice and Interior in Rumen Radev's interim governments, commented on BTV that Borislav Sarafov's decision to withdraw was connected to his ultimatum.

Following the US ousting of Maduro and seizure of Venezuela's oil industry, the country's economy is rapidly transitioning, with the interim government seeking investors despite lacking democratic backing.

A recent poll by "Market Links" indicates a decline in public trust for Bulgaria's interim government, led by Andrey Gyurov.

The 'Yes, Bulgaria' party has refuted President Rumen Radev's accusations regarding the interim government's legitimacy and his claims of hybrid threats against Bulgaria, stating that citizens are receiving threats to election honesty instead of answers to key questions.

A parliamentary committee in Bangladesh has recommended that 20 ordinances enacted by the interim government be allowed to lapse.

Asif has claimed that a 'deep state' conspiracy was at play to keep an interim government in power until 2029, according to the Dhaka Tribune.

Amid ongoing armed conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, Afghanistan's Taliban interim government announced that a hospital in the capital, Kabul, was hit by Pakistani military airstrikes on the night of the 16th. Meanwhile, Pakistan claims it was targeting military facilities, not the hospital.

The Iranian National Council of Resistance (NCRI), an organization of Iranians in exile, announced its intention to establish an interim government if the current rulers in Tehran are overthrown.

A total of 133 ordinances issued during the interim government period are slated to be placed in the Bangladesh Parliament, indicating a review of past legislative actions.

Amid scenes of celebration and mourning, the formation of an interim government and ongoing bombings, Iran has entered a period of profound uncertainty, where the Islamic Republic's very survival and the reshaping of its internal balance of power are at stake.

The Bangladesh government has reshuffled army officers for the second time in a week. High-level officers facing criticism for their alleged pro-Pakistan and pro-Jamaat roles have been transferred. This move strengthens the position of army chief Waker-Uz-Zaman. The government is also ending services of contractual appointees from the interim government, breaking old chains of influence.

The notorious Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria, which held IS terrorists and their families, has been cleared by the Syrian interim government. Experts warn that thousands of IS sympathizers are now at large.

The President of Bangladesh has accused the interim government of attempting to overthrow him, specifically alleging that Muhammad Yunus violated constitutional protocol.

Bangladesh has fared worse in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index, while interim government advisers have seen an average 6% growth in their wealth.

A weekly question explores the sustainability of Romania's political situation, specifically how long the country can operate with a dismissed and merely interim government.

Romanian Minister Sorin Grindeanu has called on all parliamentary parties to join a 'crisis committee' to adopt laws and measures in place of the interim government, aiming to address outstanding PNRR projects and the country's ungoverned state.

Lorand Turos, leader of the UDMR senators, stated that early elections would create immense vulnerability for Romania. He explained that an interim government and a dissolved parliament would leave the country without legislative powers.

The recent earthquakes in Venezuela are not only causing physical damage but are also shaking the country's political landscape, leading to growing criticism of the interim government.

A report indicates that the rate of bribes increased by 15.9% during the period of an interim government, according to The Daily Star.

A report from Damascus highlights growing nervousness among residents over new steps by the interim government, including an announced public alcohol ban, which has sparked protests and concerns about changing social dynamics.

Despite a ban, thousands gathered in Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pay their final respects to Awami League veteran Tofail Ahmed. This event has sparked speculation about the party's potential resurgence amidst claims of minimal reforms by the interim government.

After Venezuela's promised release of hundreds of political prisoners failed to materialize, opponents of the current U.S.-backed interim government are demanding their freedom and calling for elections.

HC rejects writ challenging legality of interim government’s activities  The Daily Star

A Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) administrator has claimed that an ex-adviser of the interim government caused Dhaka to regress by 18 years within an 18-month period.

Latvia's opposition 'Apvienotais saraksts' (United List) has officially chosen MP Andris Kulbergs as its candidate for prime minister, both for a potential interim government and the upcoming 15th Saeima elections.

Rositsa Karamfilova-Blagova, who served as Minister of Environment and Water in two previous interim governments, has been proposed for the same post in the regular government.

The status of the Kurdish language in Syria is being examined, caught between the policies of the interim government and the indigenous rights of the Kurdish people.

A science report indicates that the interim government altered vaccine procurement methods despite warnings from UNICEF.

Venezuela's interim government is actively seeking foreign investors for its oil industry, which is undergoing rapid transition after the US ousted Maduro. The government aims to reform the sector but faces challenges due to a lack of democratic backing.

Bulgaria's interim government has approved a new draft law proposing a revised method for forming the Commission for Counteracting Corruption (KPK) and focusing its activities.

The interim government in Bulgaria is seeking assistance from technology companies to safeguard its election campaign from external interference, activating a European mechanism to ensure a clean online environment.

Seven bills have been passed by parliament, as the legislative body speeds through interim government ordinances. This move aims to quickly enact new regulations and policies.

Nahid has alleged that the interim government engineered the process of handing over power to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) before its departure.

Bangladesh's Cabinet Secretary announced that five revenue-related ordinances issued during the interim government will be enacted into law.

Parliament has forwarded 133 ordinances from the interim government to a special committee for review.

Venezuela's interim government has submitted a draft bill to parliament to ease investment in the mining sector, marking the latest move in a series of US-backed changes aimed at opening up the economy.

Following the capture of Nicolás Maduro by US forces, American mining giants express eagerness to invest in Venezuela, as Washington accelerates economic rapprochement with Caracas and the interim government promises mining code reforms.

Bulgaria's interim government fears hybrid attacks on its elections and has requested assistance from the European Commission, according to Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky.

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has accused former interim government chief Muhammad Yunus of plotting to overthrow him and destabilize the country, alleging a secretive Bangladesh-US trade agreement.

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has returned to his non-profit organization after completing an 18-month stint as the chief adviser to Bangladesh's interim government.

Rizwana stated that no journalists were imprisoned for expressing their opinions during the tenure of the interim government.

Venezuela's interim government and opposition concluded their first round of talks with agreements on judicial reform and seeking access to frozen funds at the Bank of England. The funds are intended to finance the country's recovery efforts.

Representatives from Venezuela's interim government and the opposition have expressed optimism after the first day of talks aimed at a democratic transition of power. The discussions focus on restoring democratic institutions, appointing a credible electoral council, and preparing for free presidential elections.

Venezuela's interim government and opposition have announced the start of formal talks aimed at strengthening democracy, though Nobel laureate María Corina Machado will not lead the negotiations.

A coalition of Venezuelan organizations has reiterated its call for the interim government to end and for the creation of a governing junta to lead the country's transition.

Former PSD Justice Minister Radu Marinescu asserts that every day Romania lacks a fully empowered government is a lost day for judicial system reforms and other initiatives.

Governance in the BARMM has a long way to go. But parliament member Naguib Sinarimbo believes that unlike the now-defunct ARMM, the current regional government is one that the Bangsamoro people can…

Bulgarian President Radev has appointed an individual who previously served in interim governments as Deputy Minister of Environment.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has expressed her desire to engage in discussions with the interim government concerning the upcoming elections.

Unicef has stated that it repeatedly warned the interim government about a shortage of measles vaccines.

The Bulgarian Parliament is set to discuss several amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code, including proposals introduced by the interim government.

The Bangladesh High Court is set to rule on a writ petition seeking an investigation into the Yunus-led interim government.

Romania's Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare stated that rating agencies could call extraordinary evaluations if the economic and political situation deteriorates, but the interim government's objective is to avoid such ad-hoc assessments.

Following a successful no-confidence motion, the government led by Ilie Bolojan has entered an interim period, operating with limited powers until a new executive is invested, amidst difficulties in reaching a political agreement.

The interim government's missteps are being cited as a contributing factor to the ongoing measles crisis in Bangladesh.

Businesses in Bulgaria have expressed approval for the deposit system proposed by the interim government.

Venezuela's interim government is pursuing reforms in its oil industry, aiming to attract private investors to revitalize the sector following significant economic transitions.

Bulgaria's interim government has proposed legislative changes aimed at enabling more effective investigations into the Chief Prosecutor's actions.

Prof. Alexander Kyosev, a philologist, culturologist, and philosopher, was a guest on the 'Word of the Week' podcast, discussing the actions of the interim government 'Gyurov' in the cultural sphere and beyond.

Seven bills have been passed by parliament, expediting interim government ordinances to enact new legislation.

The interim government of Bangladesh acquired Tk 73,000 crore in loans during the first seven months of the fiscal year, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCBC) is seeking the long-term return of cricketer Shakib Al Hasan, who moved to the United States after the removal of Sheikh Hasina's government following a 2024 student uprising and was subsequently barred from representing Bangladesh by the interim government.

Bangladesh's law minister has presented 133 ordinances that were issued during the interim government's tenure to the parliament.

Jamaat has demanded the interrogation of Rizwana and Khalilur over alleged poll engineering, while also stating that the interim government did not consult them on international agreements.

All personnel decisions in Bulgaria's interim government, from ministers to regional governors and security services, are made based on expertise with a focus on organizing upcoming elections, not party affiliation.

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has urged a review of the interim government's trade agreement in Bangladesh.

Muhammad Yunus has returned to his non-profit work at the Yunus Centre after an 18-month tenure as chief adviser to Bangladesh's interim government. He was welcomed by colleagues and met with Grameen organisations to review paused initiatives. Yunus will also resume living at his personal residence in Dhaka.

Reports indicate that extortion rates in Bangladesh increased by up to 50% during the interim government period.

The appointment of Andrey Yankulov as Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister in the interim government is seen as significant due to his principled stance on judicial reform, prosecutorial issues, and criminal justice.