Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame has been sworn in for a fifth term, extending his nearly 25-year rule. Despite winning a landslide victory with 99.18% of the vote, his re-election has been met with criticism over alleged human rights abuses and suppression of dissent. The ceremony, held in Kigali’s Amahoro National Stadium, was attended by 22 African heads of state.
Former President Trump’s campaign confirmed a hack of their internal communications, alleging Iranian involvement. This revelation comes amidst reports of an Iranian assassination attempt against Trump and raises concerns about security vulnerabilities. The Trump campaign claims the hack aimed to interfere with the 2024 election and destabilize the democratic process.
A faction of the Sri Lanka People’s Front (SLPP), led by former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s family, will form a new political party to support incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe in the upcoming election. The move comes despite the SLPP’s official nomination of Namal Rajapaksa as their candidate. This split reflects the ongoing power struggle within the party, fueled by disagreements over economic reforms and the role of state-owned enterprises.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has ordered a 10-day ban on Twitter, citing its alleged role in inciting violence following the disputed presidential election. The move comes amidst widespread protests demanding Maduro’s resignation and has sparked international condemnation.
Venezuela’s Supreme Court has declared Edmundo Gonzalez, a presidential candidate who claims victory over Nicolas Maduro, in contempt of court for refusing to attend a certification of the July 28 election results. The court, acting on a request from Maduro, summoned all candidates and their parties to the hearing. Meanwhile, opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s home was raided by security forces, raising concerns about a crackdown on dissent following the disputed election.
Fox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reflects on the historic and volatile nature of August, comparing it to the intense July news cycle that saw a failed assassination attempt on former President Trump, President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 election, and the controversial speech by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Congress. Pergram wonders if August can live up to the intensity of the previous month, while also highlighting potential events like the Democratic National Convention and the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Fox News hosts, including Sean Hannity, Hugh Hewitt, and Greg Gutfeld, voiced strong criticisms of Vice President Kamala Harris’ policies and her handling of the border crisis. They also highlighted issues related to the upcoming election and the media’s portrayal of Harris.
Venezuela erupted in violent protests after President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in a disputed election, leaving four people dead and dozens injured. The opposition and international observers have condemned the vote as fraudulent, alleging manipulation of results. Amid rising tensions, the government has clamped down on dissent, with reports of arrests and intimidation. The unrest underscores the deep political polarization and economic crisis gripping the country.
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist leader, has been sworn in as the new President of Iran. He defeated hardliner Saeed Jalili in the recent presidential election. The ceremony took place in the Iranian parliament and was attended by foreign dignitaries.
The recent Venezuelan presidential election has sparked a wave of international reactions, with some countries expressing concern over the disputed results and others congratulating President Nicolas Maduro. The election, which saw Maduro declared the winner with 51% of the vote, has been met with criticism from the United States, the European Union, and several Latin American countries, who have raised concerns about the electoral process and called for a thorough investigation. However, some world leaders, including Russia and Cuba, have offered their congratulations to Maduro, praising his victory.
