Ecuador Leader Threatens to Dissolve Congress On Impeachment
Ecuador’s President Guillermo Lasso said he will dissolve congress if he faces removal in the current impeachment trial, escalating a political fight with opposition lawmakers.
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EU Proposes Smoother Path for Winding Down Smaller Banks
The European Union proposed making it easier to wind down small and medium-sized banks as it seeks to regain momentum in deadlocked talks over forging closer banking ties in the region.
India Weighs Higher Capital Gains Tax to Curb Inequality
India is preparing an overhaul of its direct tax laws to replace a byzantine matrix of rules and help Prime Minister Narendra Modi reduce income inequality if he returns to power next year, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
Tunisia Leader Vows ‘Relentless War’ After Top Opponent Detained
Tunisia’s president vowed a “relentless war” against those he claimed were damaging the country, signaling a possible escalation in the crackdown against opponents shortly after the detention of his most vocal critic.
DeSantis Made Florida Richer, Now He’s Making It Redder
The potential presidential contender has remodeled his state as a conservative citadel, even as Republicans grow fearful of alienating moderate voters
Confusion in Sudan as Fighting Rages Amid Cease-Fire Debate
Top-ranking Sudanese army officials appeared to contradict each other about whether the military would abide by a 24-hour cease-fire in the spiraling conflict in the North African country, just hours before the proposed 6 p.m. start.
Russia Court Rejects WSJ Reporter’s Appeal of Spying Arrest
The Moscow City Court Tuesday rejected an appeal by Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich against his detention on allegations of espionage in a high-profile case that’s highlighted the growing pressure on journalists in Russia.
Nigeria Empties Treasury Servicing Debt as Fiscal Woes Worsen
Nigeria spent nearly all the revenues it earned last year servicing its debts, the World Bank said in a new report.
Landmark Same-Sex Marriage Hearings Begin at India Top Court
India’s Supreme Court began hearing arguments for granting legal recognition to same-sex marriages in a crucial case that will decide the fate of marital and allied rights for lesbian and gay couples in the 1.4 billion-strong South Asian nation.
Ukraine Latest: Moscow Court Rejects WSJ Journalist’s Appeal
A Russian court rejected an appeal by Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich against his detention on allegations of espionage in a case that’s highlighted the growing pressure on journalists in the country.