Pakistan’s Kashmir votes: Why the election hinges on 12 disputed seats
The fight over refugee representation has revived longstanding questions about democracy, autonomy and political power.

The fight over refugee representation has revived longstanding questions about democracy, autonomy and political power.






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There are mixed reactions in Gaza after Khalil al-Hayya is elected Hamas leader.
The outgoing president has called for protests as he continues to dispute the results of last month’s election.
Andy Burnham will become UK prime minister. Here’s how the transition of power will unfold.
Andy Burnham will become Britain’s next prime minister on Monday, with huge challenges and opportunities.

Eric Ham argues President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on election security is attempt to expand federal authority.
Mullin pledged to make Trump’s election security demands ‘mandatory’ and implement a ‘maximum pressure’ campaign.

Did the US just start a trade war with Brazil?
Trump revived long-debunked theories regarding the 2020 elections in a primetime speech.
Israeli assassinations of several key leaders force Hamas to find new head, a process expected to be completed next week