South Korea local elections: Lee Jae Myung’s liberals extend dominance as conservatives struggle South Korea local elections deliver sweeping wins for Lee Jae Myung’s liberal party, extending rule as conservatives …
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Ruling Democratic Party scores decisive win in South Korea local elections
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSouth Korea local elections deliver strong showing for ruling party, exit polls suggest Exit polls from June 3, 2026 show the ruling Democratic Party outperforming expectations in South Korea local …
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Kyrgyzstan charges security chief Tashiev with coup plot, threatening January elections
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTashiev Charged Over Alleged Coup Plot, Raising Stakes Ahead of Kyrgyzstan Vote Kyrgyzstan charges Kamchybek Tashiev with plotting to oust President Sadyr Japarov, risking political turmoil and uncertainty ahead of …
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Osaka Governor Yoshimura aims to hold Osaka Metropolis referendum with spring elections
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoOsaka Metropolis referendum to be held with April 2027 unified local elections, Ishin city councillors agree Osaka Metropolis referendum set for unified local election day in April 2027, statutory council …
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South Korea opposition leader Jang Dong-hyeok says economy will shape June elections
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJang Dong-hyeok Says Economic Concerns Will Drive South Korea’s June 2026 Local Elections Jang Dong-hyeok says economic concerns, not Yoon fallout, will shape South Korea’s June 2026 local elections as …
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Israeli strikes escalate as Palestinians vote in first municipal elections since Gaza war Israeli strikes and cross-border attacks marred municipal elections in the occupied West Bank and Gaza, with multiple …
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Gaza municipal elections resume after 21 years as roughly 70,000 register to vote Gaza municipal elections on April 25, 2026 resume after 21 years; about 70,000 registered voters choose council …