Israel frees 31 Palestinian women prisoners amid protests
In Ramallah and Jerusalem 31 Palestinian women prisoners were released after Israel’s Supreme Court rejected a final blockade. Protests outside Netanyahu's office denounced the decision while Yasser Arafat welcomed the move as a peace signal. about 3,000 Palestinian men remain jailed for anti Israeli violence.
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Alarcon Elected Interim President of Ecuador
Congress selected Alarcon 57 to 2 as interim president amid a weeklong political crisis after the ousting of the elected leader. Rosalia Arteaga resigned as caretaker, urging a national referendum on vice presidential succession and constitutional amendments.
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Serbia Restores Opposition Wins in Belgrade and 13 Cities
Serbian parliament approved a special law restoring opposition election victories in Belgrade and 13 other municipalities. The Zajedno coalition claimed a political win amid ongoing protests, while ultranationalists filibustered and abstained. Leaders vowed continued demonstrations until all contested offices were secured.
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