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A series of contentious laws passed by the Coalition aim to strengthen right-wing media influence, remove legal constraints on the attorney general, and maintain the Haredim within Netanyahu's right-wing coalition.

The coalition passed a media overhaul law that grants the government greater regulatory control. The law includes provisions benefiting pro-government Channel 14, and the communications minister thanked Netanyahu for assigning him the task, which appears to violate the PM's conflict of interest deal.

A poll by Channel 13 indicates an opposition bloc led by Eisenkot could secure a narrow 61-seat majority in the Knesset. The survey shows Likud with 22 seats, Yashar with 21, and Bennett with 15. The coalition aims to prevent anti-Netanyahu voters from influencing the election.

A coalition passed a law reducing the attorney general’s powers, allowing ministers to reject their binding positions and granting the coalition control over appointments. Government critics, including MK Kariv, plan to petition the High Court against the law.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz claims his coalition has 'regained its footing' despite poor poll numbers and warns against supporting a party that is partially right-wing extremist.

A bill to extend mandatory military service from 30 to 32 months has been finalized ahead of a plenum vote, despite the IDF's preference for 36 months. Separately, Trump called for Gulf states to reimburse the US for protection from Iran, which claimed responsibility for a missile attack on UAE tankers.

Ukraine and nine other countries have formed a coalition aimed at protecting Europe from ballistic missile threats. The initiative was announced in a report from Paris, highlighting collaborative efforts to enhance regional security.

MK Simcha Rothman defends the coalition's campaign against the judiciary, claiming it restores authority to elected officials. An expert warns the bill would eliminate remaining checks on the executive.

A bill to reduce the attorney general’s powers was approved by a Knesset committee for final readings. Opposition lawmakers warn the legislation would place 'government above the law' and plan to petition against it, while the coalition supports the measure ahead of its likely passage this week.

One Nation's rise from 6% of the vote to leading in recent polls has disrupted Australian politics, complicating predictions for the next election. The party faces challenges in urban seats, and unpredictable preference flows make it difficult to estimate two-party preferred numbers or seat projections.

The coalition aims to pass several controversial bills in the final week before the Knesset dissolves, including legislation declaring Torah study a 'foundational value' and banning arrests of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders. A bill establishing a political probe into events of October 7 remains uncertain to pass in time.

A major Telstra outage disrupted phone connections, trains, and emergency services, prompting questions about telecommunications regulation. Opposition leader Angus Taylor faced criticism for communication failures amid the crisis.

The Knesset passed a controversial bill in its first reading to establish a politically appointed probe into the Oct. 7 events, with a 59-0 vote due to opposition boycott. The opposition accuses the government of whitewashing its role in the disaster by allowing the government to appoint the investigative panel.

The Coalition is resisting the installation of voting booths in some old-age homes, which an opposition MK criticized as an 'evil' attempt to disenfranchise tens of thousands of retirement community residents. The opposition claims this move contrasts with efforts to facilitate voting for about 200 young people on national service abroad.

BJP leaders met with Nitin Nabin to discuss strengthening the NDA coalition, expanding its organizational base, and developing strategies to secure the NDA's return to power in the State. The meeting emphasized unity among allies and a focus on repeating the 2017 election success.

Edelstein left Likud because he couldn't defend its agenda and is seeking a broad coalition. Lapid stated Bennett is better suited to be Prime Minister than himself at present.

Germany's coalition has approved a reform package aimed at boosting growth amid pressure to deliver economic progress. A top court rejected complaints against laws criminalizing childlike sex dolls.

Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh suggested the party may need a 'rebrand' to regain voters after a historic polling low. This follows opposition leader Angus Taylor's claim that the Morrison government 'breached trust' with the electorate during the pandemic.

Parliament faces rising tensions ahead of the winter break, with Labor pushing reforms and the Coalition considering participation in deal-making. Conflicts include accusations against Angus Taylor for calling Anthony Albanese a liar, Andrew Hastie's remarks about One Nation, and the Greens opposing Labor's NDIS bill.

A 2022 election study found Israeli political divides aligned with religious spectrum, with Haredim most likely to support the coalition and secular voters most likely to oppose it. The analysis suggests religiosity is a key predictor of voting behavior in Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he wants to form a broad national government after the next election, distancing himself from far-right allies. His current government relies on far-right ministers who have pushed for occupation, settlement expansion, and military escalation.

Angus Taylor faced confusion from Liberal colleagues over his unclear comments on multiculturalism, with party members concerned about differentiating the Coalition from One Nation. Andrew McLachlan urged the opposition leader to 'embrace the reality of modern Australia.'

Australian MPs return to parliament for debates on tax and NDIS reforms before winter break. Jane Hume of the Coalition supports increased scrutiny of NDIS changes but raises concerns about addressing rorts and criminal behavior in the system. The national cabinet will also discuss fuel security.

The High Court criticized a coalition's attempt to control judicial appointments, with court president Amit warning of political influence over judges. Some conservative justices expressed doubts about the court's intervention in the matter.

California’s billionaire tax has qualified for the November ballot, setting up a potential showdown with a rival measure backed by a coalition that also secured enough signatures for a ballot spot.

Military spouses are turning to entrepreneurship due to high unemployment rates but face significant barriers to success. A growing coalition is advocating for increased support to address these challenges.

Mark Butler warns the Coalition against using NDIS bill as a political pawn, as the opposition and Greens consider teaming up to delay the legislation. The health minister remains confident in the government's plan despite criticisms over the accelerated timeline for passing NDIS, negative gearing, and capital gains changes.

Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam, a Tasmanian senator, will resign from politics before the end of the year, marking a setback for the struggling Coalition. Duniam cited the need to spend more time with family as the reason for his decision.

A coalition has raised concerns about lake works funded by the World Bank, citing issues with concrete-heavy engineering, hydrological discontinuity, and buffer zone encroachment.

Malaysia is heading into state elections, including a snap poll in Negeri Sembilan, which tests the cohesion of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ruling alliance. The polls will assess if federal partners can maintain their coalition at the state level amid fraying ties.

Labor's plan to fast-track NDIS and tax reforms faces potential delays as the Greens and Coalition consider collaborating to extend Senate inquiries. The Greens demand a longer review process for proposed NDIS cuts, while the government seeks support for its tax and housing changes.

Legislation to split and weaken the role of the attorney general has passed its first reading in the Knesset. The advancement of the bills allows the coalition to continue the legislative process without restarting if they win the election.

Mette Frederiksen secured her third term as Denmark's prime minister after her party's weakest showing since 1903. She spent months negotiating a coalition to remain in power.

Spencer Pratt expresses confidence in becoming Los Angeles' next mayor after securing support from an unlikely coalition and his sister, who was initially his biggest critic.

Israeli lawmakers are advancing legislation to control Kan's budget, split a broadcasting overhaul, and support pro-government Channel 14, despite legal objections, as part of pre-election strategies. The measures aim to reshape media influence ahead of upcoming elections.

One Nation proposes abolishing Australia's offshore gas profits tax and acquiring 30% equity in new gas projects to increase taxpayer returns. The Coalition and government have criticized the policy as interventionist, comparing it to Venezuelan economic models. The proposal aims to replace the controversial 25% export tax with government co-ownership of ventures.

Australia's federal race discrimination commissioner, Giridharan Sivaraman, accuses One Nation and the Coalition of scapegoating immigrants, drawing on a deep vein of racism. The comments were made at a Brisbane seminar on human rights. This criticism highlights Australia's pronounced political fault line.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused opposition leader Angus Taylor of copying One Nation policies and 'dog-whistling' to marginalise immigrants through proposed cuts to welfare benefits for permanent residents. The Coalition's plan would restrict access to disability insurance, jobseeker, and other safety nets to Australian citizens only, despite permanent residents potentially living and paying taxes in Australia for years.

The Coalition vows to repeal Labor's proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax if they win power. A future Coalition government would reinstate more generous rules for property investors. The proposal sets up a major fight before the next election over key tax reform measures.

The Coalition has pledged to repeal Chalmers' tax reforms, with Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson aiming to 'defeat' changes to capital gains and negative gearing. The government's budget has received a mixed reception, with Jim Chalmers defending the changes as necessary to address issues in the housing market and tax system. The reforms include phasing out negative gearing over five to ten years.