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Politics news — August 25, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on August 25, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

37 publications

  2. PoliticsJudiciaryPeaceCorruption

    Supreme Court Orders Tarun Tejpal to Surrender in 2013 Rape Case

    The Supreme Court has directed Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks following his conviction and sentence of 10 years in a 2013 rape case. The apex court dismissed Tejpal's plea seeking exemption from surrender and listed his appeal challenging his conviction and sentence for hearing on September 22. Tejpal was convicted by the Bombay High Court for raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator during an event in Goa.
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  4. PoliticsCorruptionAsia

    Former Ukrainian Official Mudra Denies Receiving $4 Million from Mykitas

    Ukrainian law enforcement is investigating former deputy head of the President's Office Iryna Mudy for concealing income and receiving significant sums of money not reflected in her declarations. Mudy has denied receiving $4 million from former MP Maxim Mykitas, as alleged in conversations published by NABU. She claims she was recorded without her knowledge and that Mykitas may have been trying to pressure her. Mudra has returned from abroad and is cooperating with authorities, asking for a non-arrest preventive measure.
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  5. PoliticsMiddle East

    Armenia's Former President Robert Kocharyan Detained on Corruption Charges

    Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan and his son Sedrak have been detained on suspicion of corruption. Authorities searched their homes and properties, including a Toyota dealership and a sports complex. The Anti-Corruption Committee accuses Kocharyan of removing valuable real estate from state ownership and acquiring them at below-market prices. Kocharyan's lawyer denies the allegations, stating that the decisions were made by the government. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has intensified confrontation with the opposition, targeting Kocharyan, a major opposition figurehead.
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  6. PoliticsExecutiveElectionsPeace

    Milei Resumes Legislative Push, Meets with Lawmakers Amidst Election Year

    President Javier Milei returned to the Casa Rosada to lead a meeting with legislators from La Libertad Avanza, aiming to break the parliamentary stalemate and start approving reforms. The meeting comes ahead of the next year's elections and follows a period of reduced public appearances by the president. The government seeks to regain the initiative and 'fall back in love' with the electorate, particularly young voters who were key to Milei's 2023 triumph. The president reaffirmed his economic program and rejected populism, while also addressing the issue of overdue payments. The government plans to advance several initiatives in Congress, including the modification of the Organic Charter of the Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA) and Fiscal Innocence II.
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  7. PoliticsMiddle East

    Mélenchon's Chances in 2027 Presidential Election

    Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of La France Insoumise (LFI), is making significant progress in polls for the 2027 French presidential election. Multiple surveys suggest he has a strong chance of qualifying for the second round. His progress is notable, with some polls placing him as high as 16-17% in voting intentions, potentially overtaking other candidates. This momentum could set up a duel between Mélenchon and Marine Le Pen of the National Rally (RN) in the second round.
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  8. PoliticsConstitutionResignationMiddle East

    Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Chairman Morioh Resigns Amid Scandal

    Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Chairman Morioh Morioh has announced his resignation as a member of the assembly and from his position as the next chairman of the nationwide assembly of chairmen. The resignation comes amidst allegations of money exchange and other issues, with no clear explanation given for the reason behind his decision. Morioh, also known as the 'Don' of the assembly and a 10-term LDP member, is suspected of being involved in a cash transaction scandal.
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