Following Keir Starmer's resignation, Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's next prime minister, marking the seventh UK leader in ten years and potentially the first practicing Catholic to hold the office. The rapid turnover reflects Britain's recent pattern of political instability.
Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Albania, initially opposing a luxury resort development near protected natural areas backed by Jared Kushner's investment company, but demonstrations have evolved into wider anti-corruption protests demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
Peruvians vote on June 7, 2026 in a tight presidential runoff between rightwing candidate Keiko Fujimori and leftist congressman Roberto Sánchez, amid concerns over rising crime, political instability, and chronic corruption. The election will determine Peru's ninth leader in 10 years following a first round marred by logistical problems and fraud allegations.
Armenia is experiencing a massive disinformation campaign ahead of upcoming elections, while Kosovo prepares for its third parliamentary election in 18 months following political deadlock, highlighting democratic fragility in post-conflict regions.
Nigerian authorities charged six people, including a retired major general and a serving police officer, with terrorism and treason over an alleged coup attempt intended to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The charges were brought forward on Tuesday.
