Nicaragua says it will withdraw from Central American Parliament
The country’s crackdown on human rights has left it increasingly isolated in Latin America.

The country’s crackdown on human rights has left it increasingly isolated in Latin America.



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Bosnia and Herzegovina votes on October 4 in an election that may determine whether it breaks its political deadlock.

Israeli Gen. Nitzan Alon told a Washington Institute forum that all Gaza captives could’ve been freed a year earlier.

Palestinian politician Sami Abu Shehadeh withdrew from Israel’s upcoming election.
Court reinstates two Arab lists and Jewish Knesset member Ofer Cassif as Balad leader withdraws after pressure.
Figures across Brazil’s political spectrum have been linked to the scandal in the midst of a key election.
As Islamabad prepares for another opposition march, drivers and businesses are counting the cost of seized containers.
In a series of campaign-style rallies, Trump seeks to boost Republican odds amid Iran war and rising fuel costs.
Report stating that Trump administration directed funds towards right-wing groups comes ahead of presidential election.
Mammoth deal has raised questions about corporate consolidation and editorial independence in media.
Democrats criticise bill as lacking ‘teeth’ and push for mandatory measures to address soaring electricity bills.