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Omani and Qatari officials have held discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and identifying new opportunities for cross-border investment. The talks aim to expand economic partnerships between the two Gulf nations.
Tanja Frank Eler will temporarily assume the role of European Prosecutor from Slovenia for a maximum of three months. This follows the end of Jaka Brezigar's six-year mandate, with his successor yet to be named.
Massive youth protests, dubbed 'Cockroach' protests, are continuing in India, demanding the resignation of the education minister. Authorities have responded by blocking mobile internet in central Delhi as the demonstrations escalate.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the popular defense minister, a proponent of drone warfare, after only half a year in the role. Yevhenii Khmara, the acting security chief, has been appointed as the acting Minister of Defense.
British populist Nigel Farage resigned his parliamentary seat due to a financial investigation, triggering a by-election in his Clacton-on-Sea constituency to clear his name, though major parties are boycotting the vote.
Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu has unexpectedly resigned, triggering a government crisis. His resignation comes amidst ongoing corruption scandals within state institutions.
Germany and the Netherlands were both unexpectedly knocked out of the World Cup, with Germany losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout and the Netherlands falling to Morocco. This marked another early exit for Germany, leading to widespread disappointment and analysis of their performance.
Tomáš Rubáček, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the state-owned explosives manufacturer Explosia, will resign on June 30 for family reasons, as the government considers selling the company.
Four out of five members of the Czech Ministry of Culture's Film Awards Commission have resigned in protest over the appointment of Mr. Klempíř. Their resignation highlights disagreement within the film community regarding the decision.
The Czech government's commissioner for Roma affairs, Lucie Fuková, has resigned from her position. Her resignation was prompted by the transfer of agendas and responsibilities away from her office.
Lucie Fuková, the Czech government's envoy for Roma minority affairs, will remain in her position under the government office, even with a smaller team. She will gain a new authority to submit comments on draft laws.
Viliam Karas, Vice-Chairman of the KDH party, asserts that Robert Fico's current government is the weakest yet, accusing it of neglecting state administration and allowing the Hlas party to struggle, while also agreeing with Richard Sulík on women's equality.
Keir Starmer is under increasing pressure regarding his leadership of the Labour Party following recent election setbacks, with speculation growing that Andy Burnham may return to Westminster to challenge him. This potential leadership contest has led to significant political turmoil within the party.
British Prime Minister Starmer is facing a significant leadership crisis following multiple resignations from his government and growing calls from within his own party to set a departure timetable. The political turmoil has intensified pressure on his premiership, despite him surviving a recent cabinet session.
Czech President Petr Pavel, Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, and other political and military figures commemorated the 81st anniversary of the end of World War II at Vítkov in Prague, with the President warning against resignation in defending national values.
Hungarian opposition figure Peter Magyar has proposed a summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in June, aiming to restart dialogue and improve relations between Hungary and Ukraine. Magyar suggested the meeting could take place in western Ukraine, while also stating that current concessions from Kyiv are not sufficient.
Hungarian opposition figure Péter Magyar has called for the resignation of the pro-Orbán president and vowed to reform state media. He also held his first call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pledging to maintain close diplomatic ties.
In another case of a director resigning in the Vysočina region, all second-grade teachers at a school in Horní Cerekev have resigned after only two years, following strained relations between the director and some pedagogues.
Helena Kahounová, director of Hradská elementary school in Humpolec, is legally challenging the invalidity of her resignation, with her deputy sending an official objection to the city council to halt further actions.
Czech MP Markéta Šichtařová's resignation letter does not meet the legal conditions for relinquishing her mandate, as it has not yet been notarized.
The director of Hradská Elementary School in Humpolec, Czech Republic, resigned a day after 19 teachers submitted their resignations, with the mayor calling it a 'responsible decision'.
Barbora Macková has stepped down from her role as the Czech Republic's chief hygienist effective September 2nd, though she will continue leading the State Health Institute following her voluntary resignation.
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned as India's education minister following widespread student protests, dubbed the 'Cockroach' movement. Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as his successor.
The director of Hradec Králové Property Management (SNHK), Jaroslava Bernhardová, resigned following a 46 million Czech koruna fraud within the company.
Czech MP Turek has temporarily stepped down from his role as commissioner following a collision with an ambulance in Prague. New video footage shows Turek driving into an intersection from a turning lane, leading to calls for his resignation from the opposition.
Nigel Farage has resigned as an MP, triggering a by-election in Clacton, which he intends to contest. His decision has drawn significant attention, with other major parties reportedly ruling out standing against him, leading to speculation about his political strategy and the public's reaction.
Lucie Fuková, the government commissioner for Roma affairs, resigned in protest against extensive changes initiated by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, which will shift some government office work to ministries starting July 1.
Fifty-three human rights experts have collectively resigned in the Czech Republic, protesting the government's decision to transfer agendas from the Government Office, citing a lack of long-term listening.
Ondřej Prokop has resigned from politics and will not be a candidate for mayor for the ANO party, attributing his decision to media pressure.
Keir Starmer has resigned as the leader of the UK Labour Party, prompting speculation about his successor. Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has emerged as a frontrunner and confirmed his bid for the leadership.
The UK Defence Minister resigned, accusing Prime Minister Starmer of making Britain 'less safe' due to proposed defence funding cuts. His departure highlights a growing crisis over military spending within the government.
A prosecutor involved in the high-profile bitcoin case investigation has resigned after being removed from the team in January. Her resignation marks a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.
Milisav Savić's new novel, "Reading Homer, for the last time," has been published by Arhipelag. The book explores themes of resignation, struggle, the need for freedom, and life under a dictatorship.
Latvia's Prime Minister resigned following a dispute over the government's handling of stray Ukrainian drones that entered Latvian airspace. The incident led to a political crisis and the collapse of the government.
The "Očistec" (Purge) trial has commenced in Slovakia, with former high-ranking police officials, including Tibor Gašpar, facing charges related to corruption and alleged ties to organized crime. The defendants, including a Vice-Chairman of the Slovak Parliament, deny their guilt in the high-profile case.
Czech Minister for Regional Development Zuzana Mrázová (ANO) has rejected opposition calls for her resignation, stating that she has never violated legal boundaries or abused her political position for personal gain, in response to reports about her apartment.
The city of Turnov will have a new municipal police commander starting in May, Filip Hájek, following the resignation of the previous commander, Luboš Trucka, who stepped down last year after complaints from officers regarding unpaid contributions.
Budapesta s-a transformat într-o arenă de petrecere până în primele ore ale zilei de luni, oamenii dansând în faţa barurilor şi maşinile claxonând, în timp ce susţinătorii partidului de opoziţie…
The 'Milion chvilek pro demokracii' association is demanding the immediate dismissal of Deputy Minister of Education Zdeněk Kettner, accusing him of spreading lies linking the association to terrorism.
Czech MP Markéta Šichtařová (Svobodní) has resigned from her committee positions and the Parliament, stating she does not want to 'illuminate alleged censorship'. Journalists suggest that people from her party, SPD, felt she did not understand the work.
The construction of a second railway track marks a significant advancement for Slovenia, a country that has been actively involved in mobility initiatives within Brussels for several years.
Riaditeľka Louvru Laurence des Carsová podáva rezignáciu po sérii škandálov vrátane výraznej krádeže šperkov a opakovaných štrajkov pracovníkov. Prezident Macron hovorí o potrebe nového impulzu a posi
Mateusz Morawiecki has resigned from his position as chairman of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) faction following his expulsion from Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party. This development signals a significant split within the Polish political landscape.
Moldova's Minister of Agriculture, Radu Musteața, has resigned just three days after assuming office. His resignation comes amid discussions regarding his alleged affiliation with the former Democratic Party of Moldova (PDM).
German CDU politician Jens Spahn resigned from his leadership position after facing criticism for having a child with his husband via a surrogate mother in the United States. The resignation has sparked debate within his party regarding surrogacy and its implications.
Czech Prime Minister Babiš has spoken with Macinka regarding Turka's accident, stating that if the footage is confirmed, Turka should resign. Political analysts suggest a turning point in Czech politics depends on Babiš's actions.
Slovak MP Zora Jaurová from Progressive Slovakia questioned whether Minister Martina Šimkovičová is an instrument of Prime Minister Fico's revenge and if the Prime Minister has completely given up state leadership, particularly concerning the public broadcaster STVR.
Serbian President Vučić's repeated announcements of resignation are seen as a political calculation, while his public display of medicines has raised concerns about potential legal violations if made by a doctor.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced his resignation within weeks and called for early elections after 18 months of protests. This decision comes amidst ongoing public demonstrations against his leadership.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused NATO of actively preparing for war against Russia, stating that Russia is ready to respond. He also reiterated Russia's readiness for peace talks with Ukraine based on the Istanbul agreements.
Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield by-election has intensified pressure on Labour leader Keir Starmer, with many speculating that Burnham is positioning himself to challenge Starmer for the party's leadership and potentially become the next Prime Minister.
The director of the Secondary School of Horse Breeding and Horsemanship in Kladruby resigned following a critical report from the Czech School Inspectorate, which highlighted issues such as a lack of teaching diversity, minimal teacher feedback, and management deficiencies.
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her position as the US Director of National Intelligence, becoming the fourth cabinet-level official to depart the Trump administration. Reports indicate her resignation was due to her husband's health issues, specifically a cancer diagnosis.
Czech President Pavel has signed an amendment aimed at preventing local councils from strategically resigning to force new elections. The new law introduces by-elections to fill vacant seats specifically in small municipalities.
The UK Labour Party is facing a severe leadership crisis, with over 80 Labour members reportedly demanding Keir Starmer's resignation and speculation rising about potential challengers. This internal turmoil has overshadowed King Charles's recent speech, highlighting Starmer's perceived unpopularity and the party's disarray.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing intense pressure and calls for his resignation after the party suffered significant losses in recent UK local elections. Many within the party question his ability to revive its fortunes.
Slovakia's Council for Budgetary Responsibility has criticized the government for abandoning its ambition to halt the growth of public debt, stating that the problem is merely being postponed.
The accused mayor of Karviná, Jan Wolf, has refused to resign or admit guilt in a corruption case, despite the first city council meeting since the football corruption scandal erupted. The council did not vote on his dismissal.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office has requested the lifting of immunity for 11 current Members of Parliament in Greece as part of an ongoing investigation into agricultural subsidy fraud, which has caused an estimated damage of over 19.6 million euros to the EU budget.
Kateřina Arajmu, Director-General of the Office for Government Representation in Property Matters (ÚZSVM), has resigned from her position effective at the end of March, citing health and personal reasons after more than 10 years in office.
Markéta Šichtařová (SPD/Svobodní) has had her resignation letter from her parliamentary mandate notarized, following an initial letter that was sent without such verification.
A primary school principal in Humpolec, Czech Republic, submitted her resignation under pressure from nearly 20 teachers threatening to quit, but now seeks to invalidate it, with many parents supporting her through a petition.