Coup
Golan claims Netanyahu is trying to stage coup, warns Israel's security is in danger
Netanyahu is "in a panic" and attempting to seize power by force, Golan claimed, warning of threats to Israeli security while expressing optimism over coalition negotiations.
Myanmar arrests 21 over alleged donations to opposition-linked fundraising platform
Islamic Republic has no option but to wage war to survive, Iranian student says - interview
Detained Myanmar leader met by Red Cross for first contact since ousting of gov't in coup
Pahlavi remains Iran’s main opposition figure, lack of US backing causing failure at regime change
Reza Pahlavi emerged as the most visible candidate to lead a post-regime Iran, but US resistance, donor frustration, and opposition divisions have weakened his campaign.
Myanmar detains US businessman who wrote about military coup, sources say
Adam Castillo, a former head of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar who is based in Yangon where he runs a security firm, was stopped at an airport after traveling to the country.
Turkey detains 88 in nationwide raids over alleged links to group accused of 2016 coup attempt
Turkish authorities detain 88 suspects in nationwide operation targeting alleged members of the Gülen movement, linked to the 2016 coup attempt.
Myanmar to free over 6,000 prisoners in Independence Day amnesty amid general election
The junta also reduced sentences by one-sixth nationwide, excluding those convicted of serious crimes such as murder, rape, terrorism, corruption, and arms- or drug-related offenses.
Former Brazilian president Bolsonaro confirms son's presidential pre-candidacy in official letter
"Given this scenario of injustice, I have decided to indict Flávio Bolsonaro as a pre-candidate to the Presidency," former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro said in an official letter.
Benin soldiers announce coup, gov't says plot is under control
The move was latest threat to democratic norms in the region, coming after a coup in Guinea-Bissau last month marked the ninth in West and Central Africa since 2020.
Army officers say they have seized power in Guinea-Bissau
Military officers announced a coup in Guinea-Bissau, suspending elections, deposing President Embalo and triggering unrest as regional bodies urge a return to constitutional order.
US to launch new phase of Venezuela ops., including possible plan to overthrow Maduro, sources say
US officials say Washington is moving toward a new phase of action against Venezuela, as military pressure and covert options against the Maduro government remain on the table.
Madagascar president warns of attempted coup after soldiers join protests
Madagascar's president condemned an “attempted illegal seizure of power” after elite troops joined deadly youth-led protests demanding his resignation.
Brazil's Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years after landmark coup plot conviction
Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced ex-president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years for plotting a coup after his 2022 loss, sparking US criticism and possible sanctions.
