Journalist, correspondent, political analyst, commentator.
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Specialist in Palestinian-Israeli affairs as well as European and Middle Eastern affairs

How will the Palestinians be affected by the Israeli election result?

03 Mar 2020  |  Middle East Monitor  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

Israel's third election in less than a year has resulted in a political stalemate, with Likud and Blue and White unable to form a majority government. Palestinian officials and groups, including the Palestinian Authority, Hamas, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, express skepticism and criticism towards the election outcomes, viewing them as perpetuating occupation and conflict. Netanyahu's future as Prime Minister is uncertain, with corruption charges looming. The Joint Arab List seeks increased representation for Palestinian citizens of Israel, who face discriminatory policies. The article suggests that regardless of the election results, the occupation and political deadlock are likely to continue.

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Diego Cupolo is a multimedia journalist, photographer, and author of "Seven Syrians: War Accounts From Syrian Refugees" (2013 - 8th House Publishing).

His articles have appeared in The Atlantic, Foreign Policy and The New Statesman, among other publications. His photography and video clients ...

50 years later: Status quo holds in Cyprus as political will wavers

17 Jul 2024  |  www.turkeyrecap.com  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

Fifty years after Turkey's military intervention in Cyprus, the island remains divided between the Greek Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Despite efforts for reunification, political will is lacking, with Turkey and Turkish Cypriots favoring a two-state solution, while the Greek Cypriot side is criticized for insufficient peacebuilding efforts. The United Nations continues to seek common ground, but experts note that conditions for reunification talks have deteriorated since the collapse of the 2017 negotiations.

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Eldin Hadzovic is a journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, with 20 years of experience in a wide range of topics and journalistic forms.

Bosnian Serbs and Croats Snub PM Nominee

23 Jun 2011  |  Balkan Insight  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

Slavo Kukic, the nominee for Bosnia's Prime Minister, faces significant opposition from the main Serbian and Croatian parties, including the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats and the Croatian Democratic Union. Despite his efforts to gain support, Kukic has been unable to secure backing from key political entities, prolonging the nine-month deadlock in forming a state government. The European Parliament's Jelko Kacin emphasized that the core issue is the ongoing failure to establish a state-level government, rather than Kukic's candidacy itself.

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Simon Hunter is a freelance journalist, translator and voice-over artist who has been based in Madrid, Spain since the year 2000. For 15 years he worked at Spain's biggest daily, EL PAÍS, where he was the editor of their English Edition. He is also an experienced television and radio pundit, as ...

Spain takes step closer to ending political stalemate, as caretaker prime minister and Catalan nationalists agree amnesty deal

01 Nov 2023  |  www.theolivepress.es  |  English  |  Political stalemate

Spain's political deadlock may be nearing an end as caretaker Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and the Catalan Republican Left agree on an amnesty deal for those involved in Catalonia's 2017 independence drive. The agreement could lead to an investiture debate for Sanchez to form a government, despite the conservative Popular Party winning the July elections without a majority. Sanchez has formed a coalition with Sumar and needs further support from smaller groups, including Catalan nationalists. The amnesty has been contentious, with opposition from the Popular Party and Vox, but Sanchez has defended it as promoting harmony. The amnesty law is expected to be proposed in the Congress of Deputies, and if the deal fails, a repeat election may occur in January 2024.

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I am based in Berlin and work as a Freelance journalist for tech topics and media freedom. I graduated with the Erasmus Mundus Master Journalism, Media and Globalisation, for which I studied in Denmark, Chile and Germany. My MA thesis is on Watchdog Journalism in Austria in a changing political ...

Europa Kompakt: Political Stalemate in Bulgaria

10 Oct 2022  |  EURACTIV.de  |  German  |  Political Stalemate

Bulgaria faces a political stalemate with no new government in sight, potentially leading to a fifth parliamentary election in 18 months. The former Prime Minister Bojko Borissow's party won the most votes but failed to secure a majority, making coalition formation challenging. The EU is dealing with various issues, including gas price caps, data transfer regulations, and cybersecurity in 5G. France and Germany face internal and external pressures related to energy efficiency and solidarity. Protests and social movements are occurring in France and the Netherlands, while Poland sees a rise in weapon permit applications amid the Ukraine conflict. Alexander Van der Bellen has been re-elected as Austria's President, and Finland opposes new EU debt to combat inflation and the energy crisis.

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Political Stalemate Elections Energy Crisis Data Transfer Cybersecurity Animal Welfare Protests Fisheries Border Control Regional Elections Presidential Elections EU Debt Women's Rights Fuel Shortage Weapon Permits

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Melissa Kitson is a journalist based in Madrid, Spain.

Spain’s political stalemate deepens

12 Jul 2019  |  EL PAÍS English  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

The podcast episode delves into the ongoing political deadlock in Spain, highlighting the lack of progress in negotiations between acting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Unidas Podemos leader Pablo Iglesias. Additionally, it covers the court-mandated reversal of Madrid City Hall's suspension of fines for vehicles entering the city's low-emissions zone.

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Garikai Mafirakureva is based in Chiredzi in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. I am an experienced journalist and former Editor of The Mirror newspaper which is headquartered in  Masvingo town.

I speak English and Shona fluently, and have experience in covering the latest political events, business,  ...

ZCTU pushes for national dialogue

01 Mar 2021  |  www.newsday.co.zw  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

ZCTU President Peter Mutasa calls for continuous national dialogue involving political parties, civic organizations, and citizens to address Zimbabwe's political stalemate. He criticizes the government for losing legitimacy and describes the country as a failed state. Mutasa emphasizes the importance of adhering to the Constitution and suggests that the ruling class is unlikely to voluntarily reform. He notes the weakening of citizen movements due to state attacks and advocates for mobilization outside the state sphere to build an active citizenry.

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Lasuba Memo is a journalist based in Juba, South Sudan.

No Deal on South Sudan States, Boundaries as Deadline Nears

07 Feb 2020  |  www.voaafrica.com  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

As the deadline for forming a unity government in South Sudan approaches, no agreement has been reached on the number of states or their boundaries. The Kiir administration opposes arbitration, preferring a referendum, while the SPLM-IO insists on resolving these issues before forming a government. The African Union and other regional bodies are involved in mediating the process, with potential sanctions looming if progress is not made. Key figures include Henry Odwar, Michael Makuei, Salva Kiir, and Riek Machar.

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Gaja Pellegrini is a journalist based in Rome, Italy.

English native speaker, with excellent Italian (bilingual) and professional level of French and Spanish.
Print and video/TV journalist, experienced with feature stories, interviews, content writing and video production including in war ...

Lebanon's Banking Sector at the Crossroads: Hezbollah, U.S. Sanctions, and Economic Stability

26 Jun 2016  |  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace  |  English  |  Lebanon's political stalemate and refugee situation

The article discusses the financial and political implications of the Hezbollah International Financing Prevention Act (HIFPA) on Lebanon's economy and banking sector. The Lebanese Central Bank (BDL) is under pressure to comply with HIFPA by closing accounts affiliated with Hezbollah, which could destabilize the banking sector and the economy. The act aims to prevent financial benefits to Hezbollah, especially after Iran's nuclear accord. Lebanese banks must freeze accounts listed by the U.S. Treasury’s OFAC and establish financial intelligence units to monitor accounts. The BDL has begun closing accounts, which has led to concerns about the impact on the Lebanese economy, given its reliance on remittances and a dollarized economy. The article also covers the potential negative effects on Hezbollah's social services and the broader Lebanese society. The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has stated its intention to protect the Lebanese economy from HIFPA's side-effects, but skepticism remains. Resistance to HIFPA is evident, with an explosion targeting Blom bank, which had complied with the act. The BDL has ceased communication with the media, indicating the sensitivity of the issue.

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Lebanon's political stalemate and refugee situation Lebanon's debt crisis Banking sector stability Hezbollah International Financing Prevention Act (HIFPA) U.S. sanctions on Hezbollah Lebanon's economy and currency stability Impact of HIFPA on Lebanese society and economy

Shaikh Azizur Rahman is a journalist based in Kolkata, India. He has produced news stories, features and multimedia reports for several global media outlets, including the Guardian, Voice of America, New York Times, London Telegraph, Sydney Morning Herald and Toronto Star.

No End in Sight for Bangladesh’s Political Stalemate

03 Mar 2015  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

Bangladesh is experiencing a severe political stalemate marked by violence and blockades led by the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and new elections. The government, led by Hasina, refuses to hold elections before 2019 and labels the opposition as terrorists. The conflict has resulted in over 100 deaths and significant economic disruption. Both sides are accused of contributing to the violence, and there is little hope for dialogue or resolution in the near future.

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Ben Tucker is a video-journalist based in Belfast, United Kingdom.

Former Video Editor at the Irish News, have worked at the Belfast Telegraph and Belfast Live.

If you need any help with filming/editing or interviewing any subject be it online or for broadcast please don't hesitate to get in ...

Fed up... cut their pay now.. it's sickening: Northern Ireland public's verdict on failed talks

15 Feb 2018  |  www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

The article discusses the public's frustration in Belfast over the failure of Sinn Fein and the DUP to reach an agreement in the Stormont talks, with the Irish language act being a major point of contention. The UK Government faces pressure to introduce direct rule as Stormont remains suspended. Citizens express dissatisfaction with political leaders, questioning their effectiveness and calling for accountability, including potential pay cuts for MLAs.

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Bilingual journalist based in Lima, Peru, available for print, web and tv media. Specialized in in-depth reporting with a solid background in research and investigative field work.

With Tougher U.S. Sanctions on Venezuela, Bolton Says ‘Now is the Time for Action’

06 Aug 2019  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Political Stalemate

An international summit in Lima, Peru, highlighted the United States' imposition of its toughest sanctions yet on Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. The Trump administration rejected compromises and doubled down on its maximum pressure policy to oust Maduro, freezing Venezuelan state assets in the U.S. and warning third parties against doing business with Maduro's regime. The sanctions come amid a political stalemate between Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaidó, with the new economic penalties potentially complicating negotiations aimed at resolving the eight-month standoff.

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