News diary for the next four weeks
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The vote has been watched closely for any signs that Vladimir Putin’s control might slip.
The poll is an important indicator of next year’s presidential poll, as Vladimir Putin seeks to cement his grip on power.
The leader of the Liberal Democratic Party will most likely go on to become the next national leader, after Yoshihide Suga served only one year.
Ex-foreign minister Fumio Kishida proposed raising defence spending, possibly above Japan’s longstanding cap of 1% of gross domestic product.
Florian Flegel, 23, previously pleaded guilty to six counts of disseminating terrorist publications.
National Unity Government spokesman Duwa Lashi made the appeal.
Matthew Cronjager wanted to use a gun to kill his target over boasts he slept with white women, a court heard.
It is alleged Sam Imrie posted statements online indicating he planned to stream live footage of an incident.
The politician’s support ratings have declined to around 26% amid criticism over the Olympics taking place during the pandemic.
Ibrahim Anderson, 44, shared pro-Islamic State content over the internet.
Premier Yoshihide Suga admitted the result was ‘unfortunate’.
The R.38/ZR-2 was on a test flight when it crashed in the Humber in Hull, killing 44 of the 49 crew on board.
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga called for the tragedy of war never to be repeated but avoided apologising for his country’s role in the conflict.
Giles bagged a judo bronze before Sinden struck silver in the taekwondo.