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Denmark’s prime minister given first chance at forming government after election

Danish palace says it has asked Mette Frederiksen to try to form new majority with her Social Democrats and leftwing parties

The Guardian - UK

Danish prime minister’s future in question following inconclusive election result

Frederiksen’s campaign focused on domestic issues rather than Greenland and Trump

The Independent UK

Denmark election: far right has slowed under Frederiksen – but at what cost?

Polling for anti-immigration DPP is relatively low, but many feel its ideas have been co-opted by Mette Frederiksen’s Social Democrats

The Guardian - UK

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A wealth tax for schools: Frederiksen’s shift left stirs debate before Denmark’s early election

PM’s proposal to tax super-rich and fund schools wins praise as her handling of the Greenland crisis boosts her standing across party lines – but not all voters are convinced

The Guardian - UK

‘Bitter result’ for Friedrich Merz as Greens win in German car heartland

Cem Özdemir gains 30.2% of vote in Baden-Württemberg, ahead of CDU, with far-right AfD in third

The Guardian - UK

‘That resentment is real’: Mahmood’s Denmark visit aims to hammer home tough line on immigration

On tour of returns centre, home secretary says ‘legitimate grievances’ have to be acknowledged as part of ‘responsible’ politics

The Guardian - UK

Danish PM calls an early election seeking ‘Greenland bounce’

Mette Frederiksen hopes to profit from her stand against Donald Trump’s attempt to claim the Arctic territory

The Guardian - UK

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29 People Share Notorious Photos That Changed The Future Of Their Country

Some moments change a country so deeply that people only understand their weight years later. Looking back, it’s wild how one event can reshape politics, culture, and everyday life. One Redditor asked others to share the most notorious photos capturing the exact moments that changed their nations forever, and the…

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Portugal presidential election: Far-right Ventura heads for runoff against centre-left Seguro

In one of the closest contests in recent decades, António José Seguro won most votes in the first round of Portugal's presidential election, with far-right candidate André Ventura securing a place in the runoff set for 8 February.

Euronews

The elections that will shape Europe in 2026

Voters across the continent have huge choices to make at the ballot box in the upcoming year. Euronews takes a look at the key electoral tests awaiting the EU - and beyond - in the year ahead.

Euronews

Social Democrats in Denmark suffer sweeping election losses

PM Mette Frederiksen’s centre-left party loses control of Copenhagen for first time in more than 100 years

The Guardian - UK

A question to the few remaining Labour supporters: is this refugee-bashing what you voted for?

The government’s callousness has won it respect – from Tommy Robinson and the hard right, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: What Labour hopes to learn from Denmark’s hardline asylum stance

In today’s newsletter: Shabana Mahmood is pitching radical new limits on whether asylum seekers can ever gain settled status – but it may come with political consequences

The Guardian - UK

Centre-left tipped to lose Copenhagen for first time in electoral history

Political rivals say PM’s divisive politics have encouraged voters to ditch the Social Democrats for the far right

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The Conversation

Think twice before copying Denmark’s asylum policies

When the British government recently announced its plan to emulate Denmark’s asylum and immigration system, it framed the move as a way to restore fairness and regain control. But for those who know how Denmark’s system actually works, the move raises serious ethical — and practical — questions.

The Guardian - UK

The UK wants to emulate Denmark’s hardline asylum model – but what does it actually look like?

Denmark has slashed asylum numbers by granting only short-term status and by targeting ‘ghettoes’, which critics say has damaged the country’s values

Evening Standard

Catherine Connolly ‘welcomes scrutiny’ as she submits nomination papers

She answered some questions about her views on the IRA’s campaign of violence as well as her views on Hamas.

The Guardian - UK

Irish MP will not be expelled for wearing blackface, say Social Democrats

Eoin Hayes apologised for ‘huge mistake’ of dressing up as Barack Obama at 2009 Halloween party

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The Independent UK

German far right triples support in local election vote, early forecasts show

The results send a warning to Chancellor Friedrich Merz's four-month-old national coalition with the Social Democrats

Euronews

Portugal general election: Ruling AD coalition wins while Chega and Socialist Party tie for seats

The final results showed the AD coalition won with 32% of the vote, followed by the Socialist Party at 23%. The far-right Chega party comes in third with 22.56%.

Euronews

Portugal gears up for third national election in three years

Parties and voters alike are gearing up for what promises to be a unique election amid voter discontent and recent controversy.

The Guardian - UK

Friedrich Merz picks pro-Kyiv foreign minister and promises German support for Ukraine

Chancellor-designate vows to tackle Russian aggression and appoints Johann Wadephul, an ex-soldier, to key role

The Independent UK

Friedrich Merz's party approves German coalition agreement, bringing him closer to the chancellery

German election winner Friedrich Merz’s party has approved an agreement to form a coalition government with a center-left rival

Euronews

Merz to Europe: There's a new sheriff in town - Analysis

While Germany's chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz is already plagued by criticism and sinking poll numbers at home, his EU partners are eagerly awaiting him on the Brussels scene. They expect him to replace the dullness of his predecessor with strong leadership - and Merz is willing to deliver.

The Independent UK

German parliament expected to meet May 6 to elect Friedrich Merz as the new chancellor

The German parliament plans to meet on May 6 to elect Friedrich Merz as the country’s next leader, if all the parties in his proposed government approve a coalition agreement reached last week

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