Austrian conservatives want far-right assurances on Russia in coalition talks
The new, interim leader of Austria's conservatives demanded assurances from the far right on Wednesday that they want to keep Austria free from Russian interference, laying out potential flashpoints as they head into coalition talks.
Austria's Freedom Party leader to invite People's Party for coalition talks
VIENNA - Austria's Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl said on Tuesday that he planned to invite the conservative People's Party for coalition talks. Kickl's announcement came one day after he was given a mandate by Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen to form a new government.
Germany's far-right AfD welcomes mandate for Freedom Party of Austria
The anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has welcomed the mandate received by the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ) to form a government in Vienna. The AfD's candidate for chancellor,
Austria's far-right led coalition talks: what are the challenges?
Austria's far-right Freedom Party (FPO), which won September's parliamentary election with 29% of the vote, is due to start coalition talks with the conservative People's Party (OVP) this week aimed at creating the country's first FPO-led government.
Austrian Far-Right Leader to Invite Conservatives to Hold Coalition Talks
Austrian far-right Freedom Party (FPO) leader Herbert Kickl confirmed on Tuesday he plans to invite the conservative People's Party (OVP) to hold coalition talks after he was tasked with forming a coalition government.
Far-right Freedom Party gets chance to form government in Austria
Austria’s Freedom Party, which is starting talks to lead the government, opposes sanctions on Russia and the EU’s support for Ukraine.
Austrian far right gets mandate to try to lead a government for the first time since World War II
The leader of Austria’s Freedom Party received a mandate Monday to form a new government, which would be the first headed by the far right since World War II if he succeeds.
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Austria could soon have a first far-right leader since 1945
Even so, according to polls, the FPÖ will do still better if snap elections are held. Kronen Zeitung, Austria’s ...
Austria: Herbert Kickl's rise to 'People's Chancellor'
Following failed coalition negotiations in Austria, a path to power is now opening up for the right-wing Freedom Party leader ...
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Progressive People’s Party wishes Ghanaians a prosperous New Year
The Progressive People’s Party (PPP) has extended its warmest New Year wishes to Ghanaians, commending citizens for their ...
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Spain’s government marks 50 years since Franco died
A s historic turning-points go, it was squalid. On November 20th 1975 Francisco Franco, who had ruled Spain for almost 40 years, was declared dead, his body already rotting. That eventually ushered in ...
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Pro-Israel and 'antisemitic': Freedom Party of Austria tasked with forming government
The far-right, pro- Israel Freedom Party of Austria (FPO) has been tasked with forming a government for the first time, ...
Austria's far-right Freedom Party tasked with forming a government
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen said he has tasked the far-right Freedom Party with forming a government. The ...
'People's Bae' Ndlozi and Tetyana Exit Parliament Amid Party Tensions
Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, widely known as the 'people's bae', and fellow EFF member Yazini Tetyana have both resigned from their ...
A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected
The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria ...