caretaker government

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By contrast, Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, who is the most senior member of the current civilian caretaker government, has had little to say on military affairs and has largely been sidelined, diplomats say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

A caretaker government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus paved the way for what many saw as Bangladesh’s most free elections in a long time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

"The caretaker government has fairly broad possibilities to rule the Netherlands, including passing a budget, for example, and changing legislation," said De Lange.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

If the government does collapse, President Macron faces the choice of either leaving Bayrou in place as head of a caretaker government, naming another prime minister or calling new elections.

From BBC • Aug. 26, 2025

I will constitute a caretaker government by royal proclamation.

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