Briefing: The end of Meloni's invincibility? Italian papers react to her failed referendum
Strategic angle: Italian media reflects on the implications of Meloni's recent referendum defeat.
Briefing: DCCC launches geotargeted digital ad campaign hitting GOP for gas prices
Strategic angle: Democrats have seized on the economic disruption of the Iran war to hammer Republicans over high costs ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
US ambassador says failing to implement EU-US trade deal 'economic malpractice'
Concerns raised over the economic implications of not advancing the trade agreement.
Briefing: France's traditional parties dream of a return to the classic left-right contest
Strategic angle: The Socialists and right-wing Les Républicains find hope in recent municipal election successes despite ongoing challenges.
Briefing: Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
Strategic angle: America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
Italy's Meloni seeks new momentum with a referendum on judiciary
Italian voters will head to the polls Sunday and Monday to decide on a reform of the judiciary, a pivotal moment for Prime Minister Meloni.
EU speeds up free trade with Mercosur treaty and new Australia agreement
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlights a 'trade trilogy' to enhance EU's global exchanges.
Briefing: Mette Frederiksen heads into Danish elections as a global figure, but a divisive one domestically
Strategic angle: The leader of the Social Democrats seeks reelection amid mixed domestic support and international recognition.
Briefing: Whose war is it? Trump eyes Iran talks as Israel hints at long campaign
Strategic angle: Another deadline day, another ultimatum, another surprise turn from the US president.
Briefing: One Nation’s Surge, Liberal Party’s Collapse: SA Election Reveals Tectonic Shifts in Australian Politics
Strategic angle: The conservative and right side of Australian politics has fractured completely.
Briefing: Dr. Andrew Smith: Elections are won by 'constructing a vision that articulates political values'
Strategic angle: Stuart Norval welcomes Dr. Andrew Smith to discuss the significance of political vision in elections.
Le Pen's far right suffers setbacks in French mayoral elections, ex-PM Philippe wins key race
Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally fell short in key municipal elections, while former prime minister Édouard Philippe solidifies his political standing.
Briefing: 'A big confusion': All sides claim victory after French municipal elections
Strategic angle: France's municipal elections spark claims of victory from all parties, leaving analysts puzzled.
Briefing: French left wins over country's largest cities in municipal election
Strategic angle: The left secures major victories in key cities, shaping the political landscape ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Macron's role in Paris mayor election comes under scrutiny
Socialist frontrunner Emmanuel Grégoire accused President Emmanuel Macron of intervening in the election process.
Slovenia election: a battle for the soul of the country?
Sunday's parliamentary election in Slovenia is shaping up to be a tight race between the governing center-left GS and the right-wing SDS.
Briefing: France local elections: Paris stays left as far-right makes mixed gains
Strategic angle: The results offered an early snapshot of France’s political balance before 2027. Here are the main takeaways.
Briefing: Slovenia election too close to call as PM claims victory in neck-and-neck race
Strategic angle: Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob declares victory in a tightly contested parliamentary election.
Briefing: France's Socialists hold onto power in major cities in election boost for mainstream
Strategic angle: Paris and Marseille are held by the Socialists in local elections which saw the nationalist right win in Nice and certain towns.
Slovenia votes: Liberals face right-wing populist challenge
Slovenia is taking to the polls Sunday in parliamentary elections that pit the governing liberal party and PM Robert Golob against former-PM Janez Jansa and his right-wing SDS party.