Elections
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Iraq’s Tishreen Uprising: From Barricades to Ballot Box
Protests could arise anew at any time, risking another lethal crackdown. ICG The government should hold those who harmed protesters…
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The ‘car park rorts’ story is scandalous. But it will keep happening unless we close grant loopholes
The Australian National Audit Office told a parliamentary committee a list of the top 20 marginal electorates guided the distribution…
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If sanctions failed to solve Nicaragua’s crisis, will more sanctions succeed?
Before excusing himself to join his daughter’s graduation, he told me that if President Daniel Ortega were to win elections…
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The latest ‘spasm’ of violence in Gaza is unlikely to be the last
However, hostilities have since been contained, for the time being. Tony Walker The Conversation Provocative demonstrations this week in Arab…
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Ethiopia Votes, But Balloting Will Not Ease the Country’s Deep Crisis
In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert William Davison outlines what to expect. What’s at stake in Ethiopia’s elections? Ethiopia is due…
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After 12 years of Netanyahu, here’s what to expect from a new coalition government in Israel
After inconclusive elections in March, a politically diverse coalition has formed to end Benjamin Netanyahu’s 12 years as prime minister.…
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Parliamentary Elections – Cyprus – 30 May 2021
Cyprus’ ruling center-right Democratic Rally DISY remained the strongest political force in Sunday’s parliamentary election but lost ground – though…
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Samoan Supreme Court ruling paves the way for Fiame Naomi Mata’afa to become country’s first female leader
The country has been in a five-week political deadlock since the April 9 election, when the opposition Fa’atuatua i le…
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Scotland’s election this week has reignited its independence debate – but does it still matter?
But is breaking free from the UK still a priority as it navigates a pandemic and the Brexit fallout? Ben…
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Spain’s far-right Vox eye share of power in Madrid
After a rancorous campaign that has included death threats, the conservative regional president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, appears to be heading…
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Why Palestinian Elections Should Get Back on Track
The decision is disappointing, as Palestinian institutions need refreshing. ICG The polls should be rescheduled, with the full backing of…
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Biden’s First 100 Days Have Been a Tale of Two Presidencies
On foreign policy, not so much. As President Biden reaches the 100-day mark of his first term, we can discern two…
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Everyone loves Germany’s Greens (for now)
BERLIN — Germany’s Greens are riding high, but are they for real? Matthew Karnitschnig Politico Just a week after choosing…
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After Marine Le Pen
PARIS — Every week, a group of members of France’s far-right National Rally log on to a video call to discuss…
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Why Somalia’s Electoral Crisis Has Tipped into Violence
In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Omar Mahmood examines the factors that triggered the latest violence – and explores ways…
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Somalia: Averting a Descent into Political Violence
External partners should urgently convene – and mediate – talks among the country’s bitterly divided elites, to prevent its worst…
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