World Politics - Page 34

June 28, 2024

Bolivia’s president denounces 'self-coup' accusations as 'lies' as supporters rally

Bolivian President Luis Arce has denied accusations linking him to an alleged coup attempt that was allegedly orchestrated by General Juan José Zúñiga.

June 27, 2024

Kenyan police confront protesters day after president withdraws tax increase bill

Protests have continued across Kenya despite President William Ruto's withdrawal of a controversial tax hike bill, which sparked deadly clashes, officials say.

June 27, 2024

2 hardline candidates withdraw presidential bids on eve of Iran's election

Two candidates have dropped out of Iran's presidential election a day ahead of the landmark vote, calling for unity among forces supporting the country's Islamic revolution.

June 27, 2024

Bolivia grapples with aftermath of failed coup attempt as nation strives to restore stability

Bolivia has been left reeling after troops, led by General Juan José Zúñiga, briefly seized the presidential palace in La Paz during an attempted coup.

June 26, 2024

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández sentenced to 45 years in US prison

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for colluding with drug traffickers to ensure over 400 tons of cocaine reached American soil.

June 26, 2024

Bolivian president survives failed coup, calls for 'democracy to be respected,' army general arrested

Bolivia's president survived an attempted coup Wednesday when military units rammed an armored vehicle into the presidential palace.

June 26, 2024

Brazil’s Supreme Court decriminalizes possession of marijuana for personal use

In a move that could reduce Brazil's prison population, the South American country's Supreme Court has voted to 'decriminalize possession of marijuana for personal use.'

June 26, 2024

Bolivian president warns 'irregular' military deployment under way in capital, raising coup fears

Bolivian President Luis Arce warned that an 'irregular' military deployment was taking place in the country's capital, prompting concerns of a potential coup.

June 25, 2024

UN-backed contingent of foreign police arrives in Haiti as Kenya-led force prepares to face gangs

Hundreds of police officers from Kenya have arrived in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince to face violent gangs that have killed thousands of people in recent years.

June 25, 2024

Japan's emperor to begin UK trip with meaningful visit to the River Thames

Emperor Naruhito of Japan is set to begin a U.K. visit with a personal nod to the Thames Barrier, marking a connection forged during his Oxford University studies.