Israeli authorities challenge claims of voting system for the upcoming election being hacked and personal details of 6 million Israelis being compromised.
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Leader of New Thai Party Charged With Sedition
The leader of a popular new Thai political party has denied the criminal charges of sedition filed against him by the ruling military junta.
Sudan’s New Military Council Leader Promises Civilian Rule Within 2 Years
Sudan’s new military council leader said Saturday promised to transfer power to civilian rule within two years and that a night curfew had been canceled.
Tunisian President, 92, Says He Plans No Re-Election Bid
Tunisia’s 92-year-old president said Saturday that he did not plan to stand for re-election in the November polls, in order to make way for someone younger.
South Sudan Frets Over Whether Fragile Sudan Peace Deal Survives
Thursday’s military coup in Sudan sparked anxiety in South Sudan that the toppling of longtime President Omar al-Bashir could derail fragile peace deal.
‘A Monopoly on Information’: Russia Closes Grip on Internet
Russian lawmakers approved Thursday a bill that expands government control over internet and whose opponents fear heralds new era of widespread censorship.
Sudan Military’s Post-Bashir Plan Gets Rocky Reception
Many protesters, initially excited by the fall of al-Bashir, became angry when they realized Sudan would be under military rule.
Bashir’s Legacy in Sudan: Isolation, Iron Fist, Darfur Deaths
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir did little to hide his contempt for the young men and women protesting to demand an end to his three-decade rule.
Braces for Lame Duck Thai Government Once Election Tally Released
Thailand is waving goodbye to its longest period of military rule in nearly 50 years once election of march 24 tally will be released.
From Potholes to Procurement: Ukraine’s Chronic Corruption Angers Voters
To experience corruption in Ukraine, go for a drive. Bone-crunching, bouncing ride over countless potholes a daily ritual for travelers across the country.