Pakistan is staring down a perfect storm of crises.
From escalating protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir to a rapidly deteriorating security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, pressure is mounting on the Shehbaz Sharif government. Is the Shehbaz Sharif government losing its grip and can it contain the political, economic and security crises threatening to overwhelm Pakistan?

Protests, Security Crisis & Political Turmoil Rock Pakistan

#Gravitas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to have narrowed the gap with his main challenger in the race for public support for the 2026 national elections.  A poll shows Netanyahu and former Israel Defence Forces chief Gadi Eisenkot tied, with 38 percent of respondents saying they would prefer each of them to lead the country.   

Netanyahu's Poll Numbers Rise Amid Internal Turmoil

Germany is witnessing its first major cabinet reshuffle under Chancellor Friedrich Merz after a political controversy forced a senior minister to resign. The shake-up follows the resignation of senior CDU leader Jens Spahn, triggering significant changes within Germany's federal government. Chancellor Merz has appointed new ministers and indicated that additional cabinet changes could follow in the coming days. The political overhaul comes as Germany faces economic challenges, declining public approval, and growing political pressure from the Alternative for Germany (AfD).

Germany in political turmoil | Friedrich Merz reshuffles Cabinet after minister's resignation

Bangladesh is entering another major political transition as President Mohammad Shahabuddin prepares to resign before completing his five-year term. According to official sources, Shahabuddin's resignation comes amid increasing political pressure linked to his long association with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose Awami League government was removed during the 2024 student-led uprising. The move also comes as Sheikh Hasina has announced plans to return to Bangladesh later this year after being convicted by the country's war crimes tribunal—a verdict she strongly denies.

Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin resigns | political shake-up ahead of Hasina's return

Reports of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's possible return have triggered fresh political tensions and international attention. The chief prosecutor of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has urged Hasina to surrender and warned against any action that could create instability. Hasina, who left Bangladesh in 2024 following widespread protests, has said she plans to return voluntarily with Awami League members. She continues to deny the charges against her, while authorities in Bangladesh have maintained legal action against the former leader.

Sheikh Hasina return row: Bangladesh tribunal demands surrender amid political tensions | Bangladesh

Anti-government protests have broken out in Chile following President Gabriel Boric's latest State of the Nation address. Demonstrators took to the streets as police deployed water cannons to disperse crowds amid growing public anger over key political and economic issues. The unrest highlights continuing tensions between the government and opposition groups.

Chile Protests Erupt After President's State Of The Nation Address | WION

Guinea-Bissau faces a political crisis as the military stages a takeover just days after the presidential election. Reports indicate that key government officials have been detained and the situation remains tense. This video covers the latest updates, reactions from the international community, and the potential impact on the country’s political stability.

Guinea-Bissau: Military Coup in Guinea-Bissau Days After Presidential Election

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, 92, secures another term in the recent presidential election amid widespread unrest and protests across the country.

Cameroon’s Longest-Serving Leader Wins Again | Opposition Cries Foul | WION

Cameroon’s 92-year-old president secures another term in office amid accusations from the opposition of election rigging. Tensions rise as the nation awaits reactions from both domestic and international observers.

Cameroon Election: Paul Biya Re-Elected at 92 | Opposition Alleges Rigging | WION

Cameroon braces for unrest as election results loom. Opposition parties accuse the government of rigging, raising tensions nationwide.

Cameroon Election: Tensions Rise in Cameroon Ahead of Election Results | Rigging Allegations | WION 

South Korean investigators and police on Wednesday (Jan 15) arrested suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol after storming his residence. Officers, as per reports, used ladders to scale the compound’s walls after being blocked at the entrance. In a statement, the impeached President said Wednesday that he had decided to submit to questioning over his failed martial law bid to avert "bloodshed" even though he believed the probe was illegal. Watch in for more details!

'Complying with investigators to avoid bloodshed': South Korea's impeached President Yoon arrested

South Korea's political crisis deepens as the suspended president misses a key hearing. The absence raises questions about the ongoing legal and political challenges surrounding the president's future. Watch in for more details!

South Korea political crisis: Suspended president absent from hearing

Supporters of South Korea's impeached president Yoon Suk-Yeol are out on the streets outside his residence in Seoul, where the embattled leader remains holed up, defying an arrest warrant.
The ongoing situation has raised concerns about political instability and the country’s governance. Watch in for more details!

South Korea Political Crisis: Yoon's Supporters Clash With Police Outside His Residence

The political crisis has further deepened in South Korea, days after lawmakers impeached the now-suspended President Yoon Suk-Yeol. The acting president and the Prime Minister have also met with the same fate. Watch in for more details!

South Korea political crisis: Ruling party accuses opposition of paralysing the government

The political crisis in South Korea is far from over. After successfully getting President Yoon Suk-Yeol impeached, opposition parties are now turning their attention to the Prime Minister, who is also serving as the country's acting president. Watch in for more details!

South Korean Political Crisis: Why Does Opposition Want Ruling Party Leaders Impeached?

Just days ago, President Emmanuel Macron appointed a new Prime Minister, and now his own job seems to be under threat. On Wednesday, France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen said that she is preparing to contest for an early Presidential election in the country. Now, the National Rally leader has slammed Emmanuel Macron, saying that his era as President will be over sooner than scheduled. The Presidential elections are not due until 2027; however, the incumbent has been pressured to resign over political instability in the country. Watch in for more details!

2024 French Political Crisis: Far-Right Leader Le Pen prepares For Early Presidential Polls

Senegalese President Faye has dissolved the opposition led parliament. Watch to know more.

Senegalese President dissolves parliament

Thailand faces a critical week of court cases that could trigger a political crisis in Southeast Asia's second-largest economy, with the fate of the prime minister and the main opposition hanging in the balance. Watch in for more details!

Thailand: Four court cases that will shape politics

Bulgarian Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel, of the centre-right GERB party, said no agreement had been reached on forming a new government with the We Continue the Change (PP) party.

Bulgarian FM Gabriel says no agreement on new government

Opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye is leading the race in Senegal's presidential election. Several of the 17 candidates have conceded to him, however official results have not yet been announced.

Senegal election results: Opposition's Faye leads race for presidency

Senegal went to polls today the delayed yet high-stakes election poses a test for the country's democracy. Voters will elect the fifth president with the runup to election day marked by violence and anti-government demonstrations. The outgoing president Macky Sall has wowed to peacefully hand over office to his successor this comes after the country's top Court blocked his attempts to delay the elections for 10 months.

Senegal voters choose new president after political crisis

Senegal is set to go to polls today the delayed yet high-stakes election poses a test for the country's democracy. Voters will elect the fifth president with the runup to election day marked by violence and anti-government demonstrations. The outgoing president Macky Sall has wowed to peacefully hand over office to his successor this comes after the country's top Court blocked his attempts to delay the elections for 10 months.

Senegal votes for its next president

Senegal: 7.3 million to cast vote in Presidential polls

The postponement of Senegal's elections has provoked one of the most serious political crises to hit the country in decades. Watch in for more details!

Senegal slides into chaos as elections loom

Vikram Chandra discusses the escalating political drama in Sandeshkhali in West Bengal which has become a new hotbed of BJP-Trinamool political war with member of BJP’s National Executive, Swapan Dasgupta.

Political crisis in West Bengal's Sandeshkhali

Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces a rare political crisis of his 14-year rule after the shock resignation of the country's president amid public anger over her pardoning of a man convicted in a child sexual abuse case.

Viktor Orban faces political crisis after Hungarian president quits

Ivory coast is engulfed in a long-drawn political crisis, in the backdrop of the regions fight for free speech and freedom of assembly.

Ivory coast political upheaval: A fight for free speech

The speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly has accepted the resignation of the 34 lawmakers of Pakistan. This comes just days after the party Chief Imran Khan had hinted that the lawmakers could actually go back to the National Assembly.

Pakistan Political Crisis: Tensions simmer in Islamabad after resignation of 34 PTI MNAs accepted

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