Resignation

Japan's government resigns

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – The Japanese government, led by Shigeru Ishiba, has resigned ahead of a parliamentary vote on the prime minister’s candidacy during a special session, following early elections held on October 27.

Shigeru Ishiba elected Japan's new premier

TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – Japanese lawmakers on Tuesday elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country's new prime minister, succeeding Fumio Kishida.

Jordan PM submits resignation days after parliamentary polls

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – Jordan's Prime Minister Bisher Khasawnehh submitted his resignation on Sunday less than a week after parliamentary elections.

Swedish foreign minister unexpectedly resigns

TEHRAN, Sep. 05 (MNA) – Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom has announced his resignation as foreign minister and retirement from politics, offering no explanation.

Head of Israeli police intelligence division plans to resign

TEHRAN, Sep. 04 (MNA) – The head of the Israeli police intelligence division said Wednesday that he plans to resign, in the latest resignations of top security and military officials in Israel.

Ukraine’s foreign minister tenders resignation: report

TEHRAN, Sep. 04 (MNA) – Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has submitted a letter of resignation, Ukraine’s Parliamentary Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk announced.

Israeli Ground Forces chief Yadai resigns from his position

TEHRAN, Sep. 03 (MNA) – The chief of the Zionist regime’s Ground Forces, Major General Tamir Yadai, is resigning from his position due to personal reasons, the military says.

UK diplomat quits in protest against arms sales to Israel

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – A high-ranking British diplomat has stepped down from the Foreign Office due to the United Kingdom’s ongoing arms sales to Israel, condemning the move as having “no justification.”

Sheikh Hasina hints at US role in her downfall

TEHRAN, Aug. 11 (MNA) – Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in her first public statement since her ouster, cites distorted statements and foreign pressures, especially the US in her resignation.

US State Dep. expert on Israel-Palestine quits over Gaza war

TEHRAN, Jun. 22 (MNA) – A senior US State Department expert on the Israel-Palestine conflict and skeptic of President Joe Biden's handling of Israel's genocidal war on besieged Gaza has resigned, according to a report.

Israeli general resigns after failure in Op. al-Aqsa Storm

TEHRAN, Jun. 10 (MNA) – The commander of the Israeli military’s Gaza Division has resigned from his post over failure to prevent a historic operation by the Gaza Strip-based Palestinian Resistance groups early last October.

Egyptian PM submits cabinet resignation to president

TEHRAN, June 03 (MNA) – The Egyptian Prime Minister submitted the cabinet resignation to the country's president.

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US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – The Arabic-language spokesperson of the US State Department has resigned, citing her opposition to Washington's policy related to the Gaza war, in at least the third resignation from the department over the issue.

Peru's PM resigns amid allegations of corruption

TEHRAN, Mar. 06 (MNA) – The Prime Minister of Peru, Alberto Otarola, announced on Tuesday his resignation from the post after an audio linking him to alleged irregular hiring of a young woman in the public sector was released.

Kazakhstan government resigns

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – The government of Kazakhstan has resigned, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has accepted the resignation.

French PM Elisabeth Borne resigns: Presidency

TEHRAN, Jan. 08 (MNA) – French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne resigned on Monday after less than two years in office, the presidency said, as President Emmanuel Macron plans a reshuffle to relaunch his second term.

Portuguese PM steps down amid corruption probe

TEHRAN, Nov. 07 (MNA) – Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa resigned on Tuesday, just hours after prosecutors detained his chief of staff in a probe into alleged corruption in his administration's handling of lithium mining and hydrogen projects.

Norway’s left-wing leader resigns after stealing sunglasses

TEHRAN, Jul. 26 (MNA) – Bjørnar Moxnes, the leader of Norway’s left-wing party, resigned on Monday after the theft at Oslo airport came to light.

Dutch government collapses over immigration policy

TEHRAN, Jul. 08 (MNA) – The Dutch government has collapsed after failing to reach a deal on restricting immigration.

Kuwait re-appoints prime minister to form government

TEHRAN, Jun. 14 (MNA) – Kuwait’s crown prince re-appointed Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Sabah as prime minister.

Former British PM Johnson stands down as MP

TEHRAN, Jun. 10 (MNA) – Former British prime minister Boris Johnson announced on Friday he is stepping down as a Member of Parliament (MP) with immediate effect.

US Deputy Secretary of State Sherman expected to leave post

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – US Deputy Secretary for State Wendy Sherman is expected to leave her post in the summer, news sources reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Slovak prime minister resigns amid political crisis

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – Slovakia's caretaker Prime Minister Eduard Heger announced his resignation, local media reported on Sunday.

Finnish government submits resignation

TEHRAN, Apr. 06 (MNA) – Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin has submitted the resignation of her government to President Sauli Niinisto.

Pres. Raeisi accepts education minister’s resignation

TEHRAN, Apr. 03 (MNA) – President Ebrahim Raeisi on Monday accepted Minister of Education's resignation Yousef Nouri and appointed Reza Morad Sahraei as the caretaker minister.

Scotland's first minister resigns after 8 years in office

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation as First Minister of Scotland on Wednesday after eight years in the job, leaving office with no clear successor.

Ukraine officials resign amid corruption allegations

TEHRAN, Jan. 24 (MNA) – Multiple high-profile Ukrainian officials resigned as the defence ministry was shaken by accusations of food procurement fraud, in the country's largest corruption scandal since the start of Russia's invasion.

Kuwait government resigns for fifth time in 2 years

TEHRAN, Jan. 23 (MNA) – The Kuwaiti government submitted its resignation on Monday due to disagreements with the National Assembly, local media reported on Monday.