A campaign has been launched in Switzerland for the Environmental Responsibility Initiative, which aims to limit resource consumption to sustainable levels. Supported by representatives from the Young Greens, the Green Party, and the Social Democratic Party (SP), the initiative seeks…
In Switzerland, rising healthcare costs are partially attributed to patients’ growing expectations for swift medical consultations. A report forecasts health costs could reach nearly 11,600 Swiss francs per person by 2026. Health economist Stefan Felder cites increased disposable income, which…
Following the collapse of government formation negotiations in Austria, focus shifts to Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen and the implications of Chancellor Karl Nehammer’s resignation. Scenarios range from a potential Freedom Party (FPÖ) coalition with the People’s Party (ÖVP)…
The so-called ‘Candy Coalition’ in Austria has failed to form a government after the liberal Neos withdrew from negotiations due to disagreements over the state budget. Leader Andreas Babler of the Social Democratic Party, known for his leftist stance, was…
In Croatia’s presidential election, incumbent Zoran Milanovic narrowly missed re-election by securing 49.1% of the votes, necessitating a runoff against conservative challenger Dragan Primorac, who received 19.4%. The first round showed lower voter turnout compared to previous elections, potentially influenced…
Zoran Milanovic has reportedly won the Croatian presidential election with 51.48% of the votes, defeating conservative candidate Dragan Primorac. This victory, attributed to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), would mark a surprising achievement if officially confirmed, as most polls expected…
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has lost a parliamentary vote of confidence, which sets the stage for early elections on February 23. Scholz predicted this outcome, believing it would revitalize his party amid declining opinion polls. His three-party coalition collapsed two…
In Berlin’s Lichterfelde district, alleged right-wing extremists attacked a campaign stand of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), injuring a member of the party. The police arrested five attackers who were reportedly en route to a right-wing demonstration. The incident drew…
The eviction of tenants from Zurich’s Sugus houses has sparked outrage across Switzerland, highlighting the challenges of affordable housing. Critics, including local politicians and homeowners associations, argue against the profit-driven motives of landlords. The left-wing political party, particularly the Social…
The leadership of the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) in Brandenburg has unanimously approved a coalition agreement with the Social Democratic Party (SPD). The BSW aims to recommend this partnership at the upcoming state party conference, with a Landtag session scheduled…
The governing Social Democratic Party (PSD) has secured 22.6% of the votes in Romania’s parliamentary elections, followed by the far-right Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR) at 18.2%. This election result signifies a notable rise in far-right support, now…
Romania’s parliamentary elections have shown a significant shift to the right, with three far-right parties likely entering parliament, collectively securing over 30% of the votes. The ruling Social Democratic Party (PSD) won approximately 22.9%, but a coalition with nationalist forces…
