IJR News

Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote — 3dUK PM Andy Burnham said he was told Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit vote, the first British prime minister to state that openly.

0

Sweden’s Andersson Fails to Form Government — 1dSweden’s Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson again failed to form a government after her centre-left bloc’s narrow election win, as its parties remain divided over whether the Left Party should hold cabinet posts. Parliament is expected to vote on her candidacy, which she is likely to lose, after which speaker Andreas Norlén may ask caretaker Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to try to form a government.

+2

Marcus Bell Andersson needs to drop the Left Party demands if she wants any chance of leading a stable government.

Iran’s Araghchi Accuses Netanyahu of Risking US Lives — 4dIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to preserve his political standing at the cost of American lives and resources, calling him a wanted war criminal. His remarks came amid renewed scrutiny of Netanyahu’s handling of the October 7, 2023, attacks and the subsequent Gaza war; Netanyahu disputes allegations about his response and prior warnings.

0

Ethiopia Approves New Cabinet, Names 62 State Ministers — 6dEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed named 62 state ministers across 22 ministries as he forms his government for a new five-year term. Key cabinet changes include Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister, Mohammed Edris as defense minister and former Ethio Telecom chief Frehiwot Tamiru as innovation and technology minister.

0

Burnham to Publish Manchester City Dealings After Criticism — 3dPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he will make public his dealings with Manchester City during his time as Greater Manchester mayor, including details of one significant meeting in 2021. The pledge follows criticism of his comments about the club’s owners after an independent commission found City breached Premier League financial rules; the club is appealing, and the process is ongoing.

0

AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Houthi Attacks Kill 12 at Riyadh Airport — 5dPakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on airports in Riyadh and Abha that killed civilians and injured dozens, and urged the Houthis to stop. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s security under the Makkah defense pact, which links Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye in mutual defense.

0

Modi to Meet Asian Games Medalists at Delhi Residence — 5dPrime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet India’s Asian Games medallists, including the men’s cricket team, on October 15 to recognize the contingent’s performance. India finished fourth overall with 85 medals, while its men’s cricket team retained gold by defeating Pakistan in the final.

0

First female prime minister of Morocco — Sep 29, 2026

0

UK prime minister hints at rejoining EU after Brexit — Sep 30, 2026

0

Three Polish School Attacks Leave One Dead — 4dThree attacks at Polish schools in four days left one woman dead and several people injured, prompting authorities to check about 64,000 schools and detain 117 people over weapons or threats. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the attacks appeared to be spontaneous and warned that online glorification of violence may fuel copycat incidents; he also noted that some detainees were active in far-right circles.

0

President signs security agreement with Denmark and Greenland prime ministers — Sep 22, 2026The clip shows the president signing the security agreement with the prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland. It is spreading after release from an official government account. @RapidResponse47

+2

Chris Dalton I hope the details include actual commitments on bases and patrols rather than just paperwork.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Trump Signs Greenland Security Deal With Denmark and Greenland Leaders — Sep 22, 2026The video shows President Donald J. Trump signing the landmark Greenland security deal alongside Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark and Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland. The agreement is critical for American natio

+3

Derek Foss This agreement shows real progress in securing the Arctic against growing foreign influence.

Spain Eviction-Crisis Figure Maricarmen Abascal Dies — Oct 6, 2026Maricarmen Abascal, 87, died after being hospitalized following her eviction from the Madrid home where she had lived for more than 70 years; her case fueled nationwide protests over Spain’s housing crisis and a political crisis that led Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to call an early election. The crisis continues to play out in threatened evictions in Barcelona and protests in Madrid, where police used rubber bullets to keep far-right demonstrators from reaching a housing activist camp.

0

U.S. Envoys Meet Ukrainian Officials in Miami — Oct 5, 2026Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for proposed technical-level talks with the United States and Russia, but Washington must prepare and Moscow must agree to participate; he and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also agreed to meet in person and discussed protecting Ukraine’s power grid ahead of winter. Separately, Ukrainian negotiators are due in the United States for talks, with Zelenskyy urging President Trump to increase pressure on Russia.

0

Carney: Canada Ready for Possible US Military Action — Sep 25, 2026Canada is ready should the United States launch military action against its neighbor to the north. That’s according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an interview with the… — by Sandra Rhodes

+1

Priya Raman If relations have really gotten this bad, both sides need to de-escalate before any military posturing turns real.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Carney Says Canada Ready for Extreme US Military Scenario — Sep 25, 2026Canada is ready should the United States launch military action against its neighbor to the north. That’s according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an interview with the… — by Sandra Rhodes

+2

Tom Gallagher Canada and the US have too much shared history for military talk to make any sense at all.

Three Years After October 7, Conflict’s Effects PersistWorld — Oct 2, 2026A year after the Gaza ceasefire began, continued attacks, displacement and widespread destruction have left Palestinians far from recovery; Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the war has devastated the economy and calls for reconstruction. Hamas’s agreement to decommission its weapons and transfer governing responsibilities under a proposed roadmap marks a strategic shift, but Israel has rejected moving forward, citing doubts about the group’s intentions.

0

Ex-PM Says Putin Knows Ukraine Invasion Was Mistake but Won’t Negotiate — Oct 3, 2026Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov says Vladimir Putin recognizes his 2022 invasion of Ukraine was based on faulty assumptions but is unwilling to admit it or negotiate, encouraged by high oil prices and divisions between the United States and Europe. Kasyanov says fear and disagreement over how to end the war persist among Russian elites, and urges Western countries to stay united and provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptors.

+1

Dana Whitfield Western unity plus Patriot deliveries is the only pressure that might force Moscow to reconsider.

Sánchez Calls Snap Election After Housing Defeat — Oct 2, 2026Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is weighing a snap election, potentially on Nov. 29, after Junts joined conservative and far-right parties to defeat housing measures intended to protect tenants and extend rental contracts. The vote has intensified debate over Spain’s housing crisis, while a possible election would fall shortly before the European Parliament’s scheduled vote on the UK-EU treaty concerning Gibraltar.

0

Macron Urges Stronger Europe During Spain Visit — Sep 28, 2026French President Emmanuel Macron met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez during the first French state visit to Spain since 2009, focused on strengthening ties and advancing shared priorities. Macron also called for major investment in a stronger Europe to counter democratic challenges and the rise of political extremes.

0

France School Protests Escalate, 440 Detained — Sep 28, 2026Student protests over overcrowded classes, heavy workloads and teacher shortages have spread from Paris to other parts of France, with schools blockaded and 164 arrests reported. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu condemned violence and warned against escalation, while student organizers defended the demonstrations and called for further action; officials reported injuries among students, school staff and security forces.

0

UAE Confirms Netanyahu Meeting in Abu Dhabi — Sep 27, 2026Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a previously unannounced trip to Abu Dhabi to meet UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed; officials declined to disclose what they discussed. The meeting came amid controversy over reports that bin Zayed warned Netanyahu of a planned Hamas attack before October 7, and as Israel-UAE ties have warmed following the war with Iran.

0

Indian Police Tear-Gas Nationwide Protests Over Election Chief — Sep 25, 2026Indian police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse opposition-led protests across the country demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over allegations that voter-roll changes favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP. The Election Commission and BJP deny wrongdoing, while a youth movement has threatened further nationwide demonstrations if Kumar does not step down.

0

Sweden PM Kristersson Resigns After Election Defeat — Sep 17, 2026Sweden’s opposition won the parliamentary election 176-173, prompting Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to resign as final tallies confirmed a shift away from his ruling bloc. The result sets the stage for Magdalena Andersson and the Social Democrats to potentially form a new government once results are formally certified.

+1

Dana Whitfield Kristersson did what was right by resigning quickly once the final numbers came in.