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RULAAC calls for investigation into complaints arising from Enugu North by-election

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July 13, 2026

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By Dennis Agbo The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for an independent investigation into complaints arising from the June 20, 2026, Enugu North Senatorial District by-election. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Okechukwu Nwanguma, the organisation urged the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Independent National [] The post RULAAC calls for investigation into complaints arising from Enugu North by-election appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Kyiv Post

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· Jul 3, 2026

ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 2, 2026

Latest from the Institute for the Study of War.

Ecostylia

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· Jul 2, 2026

France’s 2027 presidential vote : a former KGB officer’s warning exposes the Russian interference risk ahead

Credits: Kremlin.ru, Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International / Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (Kremlin.ru). Vigilance around the French presidential election of 2027 rests first on an institutional finding. VIGINUM documented four foreign digital interference operations during the municipal elections of March 2026. The service draws lessons from them for the upcoming national vote. At this [] L’article France’s 2027 presidential vote : a former KGB officer’s warning exposes the Russian interference risk ahead est apparu en premier sur Ecostylia.

Guineematin.com

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· Jul 5, 2026

Élection contestée du maire de Yalenzou (N’zérékoré) : accusé, le sous-préfet livre sa version des faits

Accusé par une partie des citoyens de Yalenzou d’avoir favorisé l’élection de la nouvelle équipe communale, l’adjudant-chef Mohamed Dani Sylla, sous-préfet de la localité, rejette tout catégoriquement. Joint par téléphone ce samedi, 4 juillet 2026, par un des correspondants de Guineematin.com basé à N’Zérékoré, le sous-préfet affirme avoir observé une stricte neutralité tout au long [] The post Élection contestée du maire de Yalenzou (N’zérékoré) : accusé, le sous-préfet livre sa version des faits first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Talking Points Memo

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· Jul 2, 2026

Congressional Report Alleges Fraud in Fundraising for ‘Christian Nationalist’ Freedom250

Hijacking the 250th An explosive interim staff report, released this morning by Democrats on the House Natural Resources Committee, charges...

Malay Mail

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· Jul 12, 2026

EC to scrutinise voters who shared marked ballot photos after Johor polls

ISKANDAR PUTERI, July 12 — The Election Commission (EC) will conduct a detailed review into incidents involv...

Caucasian Knot

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· Jun 24, 2026

The Central Election Commission denied the Kuban election commissioners' request to cancel multi-day voting.

In a collective letter, members of the Krasnodar Krai election commissions called on the Russian Central Election Commission to hold the State Duma elections within a single day due to the high risk of overnight fraud. In response, the Central Election Commission stated that their letter contained no evidence of fraud due to the multi-day voting.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 4, 2026

Ebonyi NUJ calls for issue-based campaigns ahead of 2027 elections

‎Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ebonyi State Council, has called on politicians and political actors to embrace issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning against the use of inflammatory rhetoric, character assassination, and divisive politics. ‎ ‎The call was contained in a communiqué issued on Friday at the end of the union’s congress held at Dr. [] Ebonyi NUJ calls for issue-based campaigns ahead of 2027 elections

Baltic News Network

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· Jul 2, 2026

Latvia’s Central Election Commission explains emergency procedures for polling stations

In the event of a potential security threat during elections, the safety of polling station staff and voters will be the top priority, Māris Zviedris, Chairman of Latvia’s Central Election Commission (CEC), said in an interview on Latvian Television’s Rīta panorāma programme. Zviedris noted that the locations of polling stations have already been determined and [] The post Latvia’s Central Election Commission explains emergency procedures for polling stations appeared first on Baltic News Network.

Vanguard News

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· Jun 21, 2026

INEC declares Asogwa of APC winner of Enugu North Senatorial District by-election

Oppositions finger irregularities, threaten court actions By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA —-The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Sunday declared Ikeje Asogwa of the All Progressives Congress, APC, winner of the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election held on Saturday in Enugu State. This is even as opposition political parties, including the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, and [] The post INEC declares Asogwa of APC winner of Enugu North Senatorial District by-election appeared first on Vanguard News.

Off The Press

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· Jul 7, 2026

Police investigating WA state senate candidate in opponent’s family stalking case

Kennewick School Board President Gabe Galbraith and one of his campaign staffers have been named in an investigation as police said they coordinated efforts to “monitor, photograph and deceive” Galbraith’s political opponent in the 8th District Senate race. As reported by The Center Square, Trevor Delorme, 21, of Kennewick, appeared in court last week on []...Click to read more

Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 23, 2026

Declassified documents allege Obama administration manufactured false 2016 Russia interference assessment to subvert Trump Presidency (video)

Evidence shows pre-election findings of no Russian intent to help Trump were reversed under high-level direction following Obama’s post-election meetings The post Declassified documents allege Obama administration manufactured false 2016 Russia interference assessment to subvert Trump Presidency (video) appeared first on ProtoThema English.

South Africa Today

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· Jun 26, 2026

Siyafana Sonke Urges Government Accountability and Protection of Migrants’ Rights in South Africa

PRETORIA, Gauteng — A coalition of 130 civil society organizations operating under the banner of Siyafana Sonke has called for urgent government accountability and the protection of migrants’ rights in South Africa. The advocacy group warns that widespread public anger regarding unemployment and collapsing public services is being dangerously misdirected at vulnerable foreign nationals, allowing []

Independent Online

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· Jun 27, 2026

The deadly political landscape of South Africa's local elections

The deadly political landscape of South Africa's local elections

Kremlin News

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· Jun 28, 2026

[Photo] Vladimir Putin addressed the 23rd Congress of the United Russia partyThe electoral pro [...]

Vladimir Putin addressed the 23rd Congress of the United Russia partyThe electoral process is a test of strength for our political system and an immensely important step for the country's development, as well as the strengthening of its stability and public accord.The Congress focuses on preparations for the elections to the 9th convocation of the State Duma, scheduled for September 20, 2026. Most of the participants and delegates attending the 23rd United Russia Congress represent the party's regional branches.See more on the Kremlin’s official website.

AllAfrica

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· Jul 8, 2026

South Africa: Madlanga Commission to Rule on Request for Private Testimony - South African News Briefs - July 8, 2026

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Loonie Politics

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· Jul 9, 2026

Elections Alberta says ‘spoof’ website’s voter info is all fake

EDMONTON — A phoney Elections Alberta website has drawn the ire of the real agency, which claims the fake appears to exploit concerns about a recent data leak. A news release from the agency says the fake site — electionsab.ca — mimics its legitimate URL, elections.ab.ca. And it says a list of names, addresses, phone [] The post Elections Alberta says ‘spoof’ website’s voter info is all fake appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Meduza.io

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· Jun 27, 2026

How new ‘transnational repression’ measures could affect the lives of Russians in Europe

On June 16, the European Parliament adopted a resolution on countering “transnational repression” targeting journalists, human rights defenders, and activists in exile. Lawmakers named Russia as one of the main perpetrators and called for shielding political exiles from frozen bank accounts, denial of consular services, and passport revocations. The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) adopted a similar resolution on June 25, with input from the platform for dialogue with Russian Democratic Forces. Meduza explains how these measures could affect the lives of Russians in Europe.

Investing.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say

Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say

Electoral-vote.com

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· Jul 13, 2026

Mon, Jul. 13 Electoral Vote Predictor

Election 2026 News

RedState

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· Jul 8, 2026

Here Comes Harmeet: DOJ's Dhillon Sending Election Monitors to Six States, Threatens Criminal Action

Here Comes Harmeet: DOJ's Dhillon Sending Election Monitors to Six States, Threatens Criminal Action

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

Ballot Battle Reversal: Michigan Appeals Court Rules Mail-In Votes Count Even With Missing Stubs

State election workers can officially tabulate mail-in ballots that arrive with missing or mismatched stubs, following a ruling by the Michigan Court of Appeals. The decision reverses a previous order from the Michigan Court of Claims that would have blocked those votes from being counted normally. The legal battle began in September 2024 when the [] Ballot Battle Reversal: Michigan Appeals Court Rules Mail-In Votes Count Even With Missing Stubs

TASS

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· Jul 9, 2026

No direct condemnation from UN of Ukrainian terrorist attacks against Russia — diplomat

Anna Yevstigneyeva recalled that the UN Secretary-General had issued two condemnations of Russian strikes allegedly targeting civilian infrastructure in Ukraine over the past week

Honest Elections Project

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· Nov 17, 2025

Honest Elections Project Files Amicus Brief in Tenth Circuit Case Supporting Law That Bans Pre-Filled Absentee Ballot Applications

Jason Snead, Executive Director of Honest Elections Project, released the following statement: “Kansas rightfully banned pre-filed absentee ballot applications. The left-wing groups that push these error-filled applications create a nightmare for voters and election administration officials. It is irresponsible to allow this practice to continue and Kansas was wise to ban it. Voters are more [] The post Honest Elections Project Files Amicus Brief in Tenth Circuit Case Supporting Law That Bans Pre-Filled Absentee Ballot Applications appeared first on Honest Elections Project.

Irish News

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· Jul 10, 2026

British government to pay out £10m on IRA ‘nutting squad’ claims

‘The cases relate to allegations of collusion between state agencies including RUC Special Branch, Force Research Unit and the Ministry of Defence’

Mwebantu

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· Jul 1, 2026

HH condemns political violence, orders probe into Kaputa, Mazabuka deaths

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has condemned reported incidents of political violence and directed security agencies to investigate killings in Kaputa and Mazabuka districts. In a statement issued Tuesday by State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka, Hichilema said he learned “with deep concern” of the incidents. “No grievance or political ambition could ever justify violence, let [] The post HH condemns political violence, orders probe into Kaputa, Mazabuka deaths first appeared on Mwebantu.

Yonhap News Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

(LEAD) Parliamentary committee enters blockaded ballot counting site for inspection

SEOUL, July 2 (Yonhap) -- Members of a special parliamentary committee investiga...

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