Opposition lawmakers file no-confidence motion over French pension reform

French opposition lawmakers Friday filed a no-confidence motion against President Emmanuel Macron’s government after it imposed a contested pensions reform by decree, the leader of an independent parliamentary group said.

Demonstration against pension reform plan continues in France

Some 368,000 people demonstrated across France on Saturday against the government's pension reform plan, the French Ministry of the Interior said.

German authorities expect more arrests in coup plot

German authorities expect further arrests and raids in the coming days in connection with a far-right group that prosecutors say were preparing a violent overthrow of the state to install a former member of a German royal family as national leader.

Fresh Turmoil For Bulgaria As Govt Loses Confidence Vote - UrduPoint

Bulgaria's coalition government collapsed Wednesday after just six months when it lost a vote of confidence among lawmakers, bringing fresh political turmoil and the increased likelihood of an early general election.

Russian Foreign Ministry Blasts 'Nonsense' UK Claims That Moscow Sought Puppet Gov in Ukraine - Sputnik International

The Russian Foreign Ministry has slammed unsubstantiated claims aired by the UK on Saturday that suggested Moscow was intending to "install pro-Russian leadership" in Ukraine amid the latest surge in tensions.

Exclusive: China says formation of interim Afghan govt 'a necessary step'

 

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Afghanistan’s new government reflects Pakistan’s influence — Indian expert - TASS

The make-up of Afghanistan’s interim government is a clear illustration of Pakistan’s influence on the Taliban movement (outlawed in Russia), which seized power in Afghanistan last month, a leading Indian political expert told TASS on Tuesday.

Libya PM says key coastal road reopened ahead of peace talks | Al Jazeera

The head of Libya’s unity government said he has reopened the main coastal road across the frozen front line, a gesture of progress in the fragile peace process, but eastern forces said the road remained closed.

Israel's far-right 'kingmaker' Bennett joins anti-Netanyahu coalition - France24

 

Far-right party leader Naftali Bennett threw his crucial support on Sunday behind a "government of change" in Israel to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in what would be the end of a political era.

Libyan premier cancels visit after Haftar’s militia blocks airport - AA

Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh has canceled a visit to Benghazi scheduled for Monday after militias loyal to warlord Khalifa Haftar cordoned off Benina Airport.

Myanmar Unity Government Says It Must Be Part of Any ASEAN Bid to End Crisis - Tasnim News Agency

(Tasnim) – Myanmar’s neighbors have to negotiate with a newly formed government of national unity if they want to help resolve the turmoil triggered a by a Feb. 1 military coup and they should not recognize the junta, a unity government official said.

Una comisión de ministros de Exteriores de la UE viaja a Libia para dar su apoyo al nuevo Gobierno

 

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Libya’s interim government takes power after handover in Tripoli | Al Jazeera

A transitional government in Libya has taken power in the capital, Tripoli, officially beginning a process designed to end 10 years of chaos and lead elections late this year.

Head Of UN Mission In Libya Met With Sarraj In Tripoli Amid Rumors Of Sarrajs Resignation - UrduPoint

The recently appointed head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) met with Fayez Sarraj, the head of Libya's UN-recognized government of National Accord, in Tripoli amid reports about Sarraj's alleged plans to leave his post, the UNSMIL said on Wednesday.

Egypt's president says he supports interim Libya government t | THE DAILY STAR

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi has given his support to a transitional government that would lead neighboring Libya through elections late this year.

Libya crisis: Vote to unite splintered nation - BBC News

A Libyan interim unity government has been chosen to replace the war-torn country's rival administrations and oversee elections in December.

Italy’s president summons Draghi in bid to forge new gov’t

Italy’s president has summoned former European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi for a meeting Wednesday after stressing the urgent need for political parties to back the creation of a “high-profile” government able to lead the country through its health and economic emergency.  

Libya rivals meet in Egyptian resort for talks on elections | THE DAILY STAR

 Libyan officials from rival administrations began talks Tuesday in an Egyptian Red Sea resort on constitutional arrangements laying the legal groundwork for presidential and parliamentary elections later this year, the United Nations said.

Brexit rebellion costs British PM May another minister

A junior British defense minister resigned Tuesday after Prime Minister Theresa May conceded to adding hard-line Brexit amendments into a customs bill.

Iraq's Sadr forms surprise alliance with pro-Iran coalition

The leader of Iraq's leading parliamentary coalition announced an unexpected alliance with a pro-Iranian political bloc to form a new government.