Elections

Turkey's President Abdullah Gül is ray of hope for pro-democracy activists, argues Emanuela Pergolizzi

PM Enrico Letta’s Democratic party wins all 16 mayoral races in main cities but voters in south forgive scandalised politician.

Mohammad Reza Aref drops out of race to succeed Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

After Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel and Mohammad Reza Aref withdraw, IBTimes UK reviews looks at challengers for Mahmoud Ahmadinejad job.

Relative by marriage of Supreme Leader calls on Iranians to 'strictly observe' Khamenei's dictates.

Respect MP tells IBTimes UK he's looking into the possibility of running as 'real Labour' candidate.

Dominic Grieve to appear in Supreme Court to fight bid to lift ban on prisoners voting.

13-ton weapon capable of penetrating 200 feet of concrete, Israel told.

Football fans unite to call for resignation of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, but he rejects calls for early elections.

Prime minister to chair meeting of ruling party, but early elections are off the agenda.

Gezi Park protests have shaken the Pandora's box of contrasts in Turkish society, says Emanuela Pergolizzi.

A British television host accused Republicans of attacking the American President without evidences over tax agency scandal

Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi appeals for constitutional amendment to allow her join presidential race.

Gallup Europe says anti-EU sentiment to help nationalist candidates in the 2014 European Parliament elections

Turkish police arrest two Iranian intelligence agents for masterminding anti-government protests.

Ukip leader wants Britain to copy United States with stricter rules on lobbying.

Senior politican slams police violence and offers to meet organisers of Gezi Park protests in Istanbul.

Parliamentary Commission for Banking Standards mulls splitting RBS into 'good' and 'bad' bank but will not delay privatisation.

Second death confirmed as 22-year-old Abdullah Comert while US urges restraint on both sides.

Prime Minister Erdogan says Turkish intelligence is probing external influences behind unrest.

Amid mounting scandal over politicians selling influence, David Cameron moves to rein in lobbyists.

Turkish Doctors Union confirms protester was killed as car ploughed into crowd in Istanbul.

Head of state takes more measured approach than Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan over street protests.

Deputy prime minister wants new laws in wake of cash-for-questions scandal but some measures undemocratic, claims Douglas Carswell.

Taksim Square calm after fourth night of violent protests laid at door of Twitter and opposition party.

Supreme Constitutional Court also rules against panel which drafted constitution.

Anti-government protests continue across Turkey for third consecutive day as Erdogan vows to investigate excessive use of force by police

Biggest growing force in UK politics refuses to rule out going for Clegg's seat.

Panorama TV investigation of Fiji lobbying allegations sparks Patrick Mercer's resignation.

Housing ministry confirms building plans that critics warn will sabotage John Kerry peace efforts.