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Crowds in Bratislava reject Fico plan to scrap overseas voting

Thousands rallied in Bratislava and other cities on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, to oppose Prime Minister Robert Fico’s plan to scrap mail voting for Slovaks abroad, warning it could undermine democratic participation.

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Hungary's upcoming election and the generation gap

Most independent polls show that more than 60% of voters under 30 support Péter Magyar's Tisza party while only 15% back Viktor Orbán's ruling Fidesz in April elections.

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Inconclusive Danish election leaves PM Frederiksen’s future unclear

Incumbent Premier Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats won 21.8% of the vote, their lowest share in 120 years. The left bloc won 84 seats, short of a majority. Lars Løkke Rasmussen’s moderates are now kingmakers with 14 seats as coalition talks begin.

Slovenia

Spy scandal overshadows Slovenian elections

The Slovenian government has alleged that Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube met with opposition politicians in a “direct attack” on the country’s sovereignty ahead of a parliamentary election next Sunday. The opposition party has rejected the accusations.

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Netherlands

Centrist D66 confirmed as Dutch general election winner

With nearly all votes counted, Geert Wilders' far-right PVV party no longer has a chance at overtaking the centrist D66 party led by Rob Jetten.

Netherlands

Polls open in Netherlands in close-run parliamentary election

The outcome of Wednesday's vote in the Netherlands could determine the strength of the far-right in a knife-edge race.

Netherlands

Uncertainty high among Dutch voters in final stretch of campaigns

Wednesday's snap parliamentary election is expected to be a tight race between the four biggest parties, ranging across the political spectrum, as many voters remain uncertain about their choice.

Syria

Syria holds first parliamentary election since al-Assad's ousting

Syria held its first elections since the ousting of strongman President Bashar al-Assad in December in what the people hope will propel the country towards economic stability, prosperity and peace.

Moldova

Polls open in Moldova's parliamentary elections

Police have arrested many people in hundreds of raids leading up to the vote as reports of Russian interference and planned disturbances plagued what many believe is the most consequential election in the country’s recent history.

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Upcoming vote in Moldova to 'define future', pro-EU party leader says

The leader of the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), Igor Gorsu, says Sunday’s parliamentary election could mean a continued path toward the EU or a country brought back under Russia’s orbit.

Syria

Syria to hold first parliamentary elections since the fall of al-Assad

The announcement comes amid mounting unrest, particularly after deadly clashes erupted in Suwayda province between Bedouin and Druze fighters.

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Early voting beats previous elections in Portugal's legislative race

Party leaders voted in the morning, with the majority emphasising the importance of voting and electoral participation. By 12 pm local time, around 25.56% of voters had cast their ballots.

Albania

Albania elections: Prime Minister Edi Rama seeks fourth term in office

Polls show Rama, who has promised EU membership in the next five years, has a commanding lead over his old rival Sali Berisha, who has been weakened by a corruption probe.

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Parties want elections in Portugal as soon as possible

Party leaders advocate for snap elections, which may occur on either 11 or 18 May. President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, who is convening the Council of State tomorrow, will make the decision.

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What are the main parties in Greenland's upcoming elections?

Amid concerns about foreign interference and demands that Greenlanders must control their own destiny, the island’s PM called an early parliamentary election, set for Tuesday.

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Kosovo election exit polls show incumbent PM Kurti's party in the lead

Voting in Kosovo's parliamentary elections closed with Albin Kurti's LVV leading, but it might fall short of a majority.