No freedom of movement, supervised sermons and no prayers for Nicaragua: How the Ortega-Murillo regime controls its priestsFather Fabricio feels emasculated by government threats, forcing him to restrict his religious expressions and pastoral duties.
Turkey arrests hundreds after Istanbul mayor protests DW 03/22/2025Overnight protests against Istanbul Mayor's arrest led to 343 detentions across Turkey, highlighting public dissent amid concerns over governmental repression.
Hong Kong convicts two ex-Stand News editors of sedition DW 08/29/2024The convictions of Stand News editors signal a drastic decline in media freedom in Hong Kong amidst increasing government repression.
Is it becoming more dangerous to report in Cambodia? DW 02/17/2025Cambodia's increasing crackdown on journalists raises significant concerns about press freedom and safety in the country.
Hong Kong convicts two ex-Stand News editors of sedition DW 08/29/2024The convictions of Stand News editors signal a drastic decline in media freedom in Hong Kong amidst increasing government repression.
Is it becoming more dangerous to report in Cambodia? DW 02/17/2025Cambodia's increasing crackdown on journalists raises significant concerns about press freedom and safety in the country.
To fight dissent, Kenya clamps down on social media, AI DW 02/10/2025The Kenyan government faces a rising tide of AI-driven dissent online, leading to increased repression and abductions of critics.
Why Kenya is cracking down on viral AI-generated content DW 02/10/2025Kenya's digital landscape faces severe government clampdown on AI content and social media, igniting online resistance and unrest.
To fight dissent, Kenya clamps down on social media, AI DW 02/10/2025The Kenyan government faces a rising tide of AI-driven dissent online, leading to increased repression and abductions of critics.
Why Kenya is cracking down on viral AI-generated content DW 02/10/2025Kenya's digital landscape faces severe government clampdown on AI content and social media, igniting online resistance and unrest.
Prosecuted for ProtestingColombia's response to protests has included violent repression and increased surveillance techniques, raising serious human rights concerns.
Iran announces treatment clinic' for women who defy strict hijab lawsIran plans to open a clinic to treat women defying hijab laws, sparking outrage and fears of oppression.
Rights critics condemn Azerbaijan's COP29 host role DW 11/08/2024Azerbaijan's climate conference presence is overshadowed by severe repression of dissent, affecting human rights and the authenticity of its environmental commitments.
Tanzania opposition leaders arrested amid crackdown on dissentTanzanian police arrested opposition leaders to deter an anti-government protest, raising alarms over political repression under President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Prosecuted for ProtestingColombia's response to protests has included violent repression and increased surveillance techniques, raising serious human rights concerns.
Iran announces treatment clinic' for women who defy strict hijab lawsIran plans to open a clinic to treat women defying hijab laws, sparking outrage and fears of oppression.
Rights critics condemn Azerbaijan's COP29 host role DW 11/08/2024Azerbaijan's climate conference presence is overshadowed by severe repression of dissent, affecting human rights and the authenticity of its environmental commitments.
Tanzania opposition leaders arrested amid crackdown on dissentTanzanian police arrested opposition leaders to deter an anti-government protest, raising alarms over political repression under President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
The countries of Southeast Asia work together to quash dissentSoutheast Asian countries are collaborating to intimidate and extradite exiled government critics, regardless of their status.
Georgia has set a precedent that could undermine EU enlargementGeorgia's government is delaying EU accession negotiations while facing ongoing public protests against its decision.
Pakistani capital under lockdown to block rally by Imran Khan supportersThe Pakistani government imposed severe restrictions to prevent protests supporting former Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing concerns over political stability.
Is India silencing student activist Umar Khalid? DW 11/22/2024Umar Khalid has been imprisoned without trial for four years, raising concerns over government repression of dissent against Prime Minister Modi.
Amid mass repression, glimmers of resistance in Hong KongResistance against government repression continues in Hong Kong despite intensified crackdowns on activists and a repressive legal environment.
Iranian student arrested in her underwear is latest symbol in fight for rightsA young Iranian woman protested against strict dress codes, symbolizing women's fight against government repression in Iran.
Tanzania's President Vowed Opening for Opposition, but Detained Its LeadersTanzania's crackdown on the opposition leads to concerns about political repression despite promises of democratic reforms from President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Serbian PM Vows Safety First Amid Protests Over Lithium MineA Moscow region court sentenced an engineer to three years for pro-Ukrainian messages, reflecting severe government repression against dissenting voices in Russia.