Elections news — August 2, 2026

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1. PoliticsAppointmentsElectionsThink TanksMiddle East

   Aug 2, 2026, 23:14 UTC

   New Political Party Founded in Türkiye

   A new political party has been established in Türkiye, with members breaking away from the Republican People's Party (CHP). Meanwhile, another party has recently dissolved. This development comes as the global political landscape shifts towards populism, with Türkiye maintaining its firm stance.

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2. WorldLawElectionsThink TanksMiddle East

   Aug 2, 2026, 21:31 UTC

   Ecuador's CNE Calls for Local Elections on November 29

   Ecuador's National Electoral Council (CNE) has officially set local elections for November 29, 2026. Over 13.8 million voters will elect 23 provincial prefects and vice-prefects, 222 mayors, 909 urban councilors, 457 rural councilors, 4,131 rural parish board members, and seven CPCCS members. Candidate registration began on August 2 and will continue until August 17 through the CNE's online system.

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3. PoliticsLawElectionsIsrael

   Aug 2, 2026, 20:01 UTC

   Israeli Minister Calls for Settlement Expansion Near Gaza

   Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, known for his pro-settlement views, has repeatedly called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to approve the establishment of three Jewish settlements north of the Gaza Strip.

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4. WorldLawElectionsMiddle East

   Aug 2, 2026, 18:31 UTC

   Lula Announced as Brazil's Presidential Candidate for Fourth Term

   Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the 80-year-old former president, has been officially nominated as the presidential candidate for Brazil's Workers' Party (PT) for the upcoming October election. He will run against Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of his predecessor Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently under house arrest following a conviction for a planned coup. Lula, who previously served two terms from 2003 to 2010, is seeking a fourth term in office. He is leading in the polls, with 48% voting intention for the second round against Bolsonaro's 43%.

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5. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsMiddle EastNorth America

   Aug 2, 2026, 17:29 UTC

   Iran's Strategy to Raise US Gas Prices Ahead of Midterm Elections

   Iran is mobilizing its proxy forces to disrupt oil exports from the Middle East, aiming to drive up gasoline prices in the US ahead of the midterm elections. The strategy, coordinated with groups supported by Tehran, also seeks to reduce revenue for Washington's Arab allies. Analysts note that while previously these forces were used for deterrence and expulsion of US influence, they are now increasingly employed to destabilize the region. Iran believes that economic pressure can make neighboring countries more accommodating regarding control of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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6. PoliticsBillLegislationElectionsMiddle East

   Aug 2, 2026, 14:18 UTC

   Latvian Election Polls: United List and Conservatives Lead

   The latest SKDS poll commissioned by Delfi and LSM shows that if elections were held tomorrow, 'United List' and 'Conservative Party'/'New Conservative Party' would be the top choices among Latvian voters. Five parties are projected to enter the Saeima, with a third of respondents undecided or not planning to vote. In a separate June poll, 'United List' leads with 19.2% support, followed by 'Sovereign Power-MLAT' at 17.1%.

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