UK’s May says to seek ‘pragmatic’ Brexit solution in Brussels
British Prime Minister Theresa May said she would seek a “pragmatic solution” to a parliamentary impasse over the terms on which Britain leaves the European Union when she tries to reopen talks with Brussels.
Bolsonaro ally wins Senate leadership, smoothing legislative path
An ally of Jair Bolsonaro won a fraught vote for the head of Brazil’s Senate on Saturday, a boost for the far-right president’s legislative efforts to open the economy, tackle crime and enact socially conservative measures.
UK PM’s office denies report of June 6 election plan
British Prime Minister Theresa May’s office denied a report in the Mail on Sunday newspaper that the prime minister’s advisors were considering scheduling a national election for June 6.
Bolsonaro ally wins Brazil senate presidency, easing legislative efforts
An ally of President Jair Bolsonaro won a fraught vote for the head of Brazil’s Senate on Saturday, likely easing the far-right president’s legislative efforts to open the economy, tackle crime and enact socially conservative measures.
Egypt lawmakers to submit motion to amend constitution: agency
A coalition of Egyptian parliamentarians will submit a request for constitutional amendments providing for a second chamber of parliament and the appointment of one or more deputy presidents, state news agency MENA reported on Saturday.
Maduro proposes new parliament vote as Venezuelans protest
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro proposed early parliamentary elections on Saturday, seeking to shore up his crumbling rule after a senior general defected to the opposition and tens of thousands thronged the streets in protest at his government.
Italy’s Di Maio says high speed rail link to France “has no future”
Italy’s high-speed rail link with France “has no future”, Deputy Prime Minister Luigi Di Maio said on Saturday, despite his fellow deputy premier in the coalition government saying the line would be completed.
Yemen truce monitor mission to meet on U.N.-hired ship: sources
A committee overseeing a ceasefire in Hodeidah will hold its next meeting on a ship off the port city as Yemen’s warring parties cannot agree on a venue, Yemeni and U.N. sources said on Saturday.
Brazil’s Vale must change behavior after deadly dam bursts: solicitor general
Brazilian miner Vale needs to change its behavior, cooperate more with authorities and be more transparent after a deadly dam collapse at one of its mines that likely killed more than 300 people, Brazil’s solicitor general said on Saturday.
Central African Republic reaches peace deal with armed groups
The Central African Republic reached a peace deal with 14 armed groups following talks conducted in Khartoum, the United Nations said on Saturday, potentially ushering in a period of stability in the volatile country.
