Politics
US Renews Sanctions Against Venezuela
In a move set to reverberate through global markets and geopolitical dynamics, the United States has announced the renewal of sanctions against Venezuela, citing unmet political commitments by President Nicolás Maduro. This decision comes amid escalating tensions between the two nations and holds significant implications for Venezuela, a key player in the international oil arena.
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Hamas demands written commitment from Israel on Gaza truce
Hamas has demanded a "clear written commitment" that Israel will withdraw from the Gaza Strip during the second of a three-phase ceasefire deal, a senior Egyptian official and a Hamas official said yesterday.
"We confirm our readiness to reach a deal regarding a serious exchange of prisoners between the two sides," Hamas said.
Bulgaria Shows Improvement in Judicial System, Says Freedom House Report
Bulgaria stands out as one of the five countries among a group of 29 nations that have made strides in enhancing their judicial systems, according to the latest annual report released by "Freedom House," an American foundation dedicated to assessing democracy and human rights worldwide.
‘There is no and can be no “ideal” democracy’
"Democracy is always unfinished business. It is not a recipe for Paradise on Earth," John Keane, the renowned professor of political science at the University of Sydney, tells Kathimerini.
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The ‘reserved’ seats of power
An entire era of Greek politics is coming to an end. How do we know? By who is leaving the scene and who is joining it. Just think for a minute how many heirs of major political families have either abandoned politics, been deserted by their voters or find themselves in a very difficult position. In years past, apart from a steady "clientele," they also enjoyed a sort of permanency.
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Sending the best and brightest to the European Parliament
On numerous occasions Greece's main political parties have expressed their intention to send their "best and brightest" as their representatives to the European Parliament.
Survey Reveals Divided Views on Early Elections in Bulgaria
A recent Gallup survey conducted for the "Referendum" program on BNT has shed light on Bulgarian sentiments regarding the prospect of early elections, revealing a nation deeply divided on the issue.
Understanding and dialogue
A central issue in Greek politics for decades has been that politicians view everything as a zero-sum game. In colloquial terms, they believe that the political death of their opponent equates to their own survival.
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The Gymnasium in Mieza where Aristotle taught Alexander the Great – What the findings reveal (photos)
The next major challenge is the completion of the excavations where the school where Aristotle taught the great Greek king of Macedonia was located
Bulgarian Constitutional Court to Rule on Euro Referendum Rejection
After seven months of deliberation, the Constitutional Court is set to announce its decision on the rejection of a referendum proposal aimed at limiting the introduction of the euro before 2043.