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Aleksei Navalny, Putin Critic, Dies in Prison, Russian Authorities Say

Aleksei Navalny, a prominent opposition figure in Russia, has died in prison at the age of 47.
Navalny's death has raised concerns about human rights and political repression in Russia.

Iran Executes Another Protester After Trial Condemned by Rights Groups

The Iranian authorities executed a man arrested during protests, showcasing political repression despite recent elections.

With al-Assad Gone, Syrians Search Prisons for Traces of Their Loved Ones

Ghusun Juma is searching for her missing brother in a notorious Syrian detention center following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

Venezuela approves bill targeting domestic supporters of US sanctions

Venezuelan lawmakers passed a law banning officials supporting US sanctions from holding office for up to 60 years, escalating political penalties.

This is a big chance for all of us': Germany's freedom hotel where exiled journalists take refuge

Former military training center transformed into refuge for exiled journalists, spotlighting the dire state of global press freedom and rising political repression.

Maduro likely lost Venezuela's election but refuses to leave. What now?

The Biden administration's policy shifts towards Venezuela highlight struggles against Maduro's authoritarian regime and increasing oppression despite international outcry.

Aleksei Navalny, Putin Critic, Dies in Prison, Russian Authorities Say

Aleksei Navalny, a prominent opposition figure in Russia, has died in prison at the age of 47.
Navalny's death has raised concerns about human rights and political repression in Russia.

Iran Executes Another Protester After Trial Condemned by Rights Groups

The Iranian authorities executed a man arrested during protests, showcasing political repression despite recent elections.

With al-Assad Gone, Syrians Search Prisons for Traces of Their Loved Ones

Ghusun Juma is searching for her missing brother in a notorious Syrian detention center following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

Venezuela approves bill targeting domestic supporters of US sanctions

Venezuelan lawmakers passed a law banning officials supporting US sanctions from holding office for up to 60 years, escalating political penalties.

This is a big chance for all of us': Germany's freedom hotel where exiled journalists take refuge

Former military training center transformed into refuge for exiled journalists, spotlighting the dire state of global press freedom and rising political repression.

Maduro likely lost Venezuela's election but refuses to leave. What now?

The Biden administration's policy shifts towards Venezuela highlight struggles against Maduro's authoritarian regime and increasing oppression despite international outcry.
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Families broken by a dictatorship': Christmas exacerbates the trauma of separation among Nicaraguans

Nicaragua's immigration reform has severely impacted families hoping to reunite during the holidays, causing them to abandon travel plans due to safety concerns.

Why Marc Andreessen and Silicon Valley billionaires are talking about debanking

Debanking is a growing concern where banks close accounts of politically unpopular groups, notably in the cryptocurrency space. It's being viewed as a form of political repression.
#putin

Putin Decides That Stalin's Victims Were Guilty After All

Putin's government is reversing the exoneration of Soviet-era victims, threatening historical accuracy and social justice.

Russian LGBTQ+ activists describe a climate of fear following new laws and court rulings

The LGBTQ+ community in Russia faces severe repression and a climate of fear following recent legal rulings against their rights.

Russian police arrest over 100 Navalny mourners nationwide

Floral tributes to Alexei Navalny removed by unidentified groups despite police presence.
Over 100 people detained in Russia for laying flowers in memory of Navalny.

Putin Decides That Stalin's Victims Were Guilty After All

Putin's government is reversing the exoneration of Soviet-era victims, threatening historical accuracy and social justice.

Russian LGBTQ+ activists describe a climate of fear following new laws and court rulings

The LGBTQ+ community in Russia faces severe repression and a climate of fear following recent legal rulings against their rights.

Russian police arrest over 100 Navalny mourners nationwide

Floral tributes to Alexei Navalny removed by unidentified groups despite police presence.
Over 100 people detained in Russia for laying flowers in memory of Navalny.
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#georgia

A changed Georgia is no longer a haven for Russia's political exiles

Georgia, once a refuge for Russian dissidents, is becoming less welcoming as the government shifts toward Moscow and cracks down on civil society.

The Guardian view on protests in Georgia: resisting a drift into Putin's orbit | Editorial

Georgia's government misleads the public about EU integration while moving closer to Russian influence, causing widespread protests against authoritarian shifts.

Police raid Georgia opposition parties' offices as protests continue

The opposition party in Georgia is facing repression, including the detention of its leader and police raids in response to ongoing protests.

A changed Georgia is no longer a haven for Russia's political exiles

Georgia, once a refuge for Russian dissidents, is becoming less welcoming as the government shifts toward Moscow and cracks down on civil society.

The Guardian view on protests in Georgia: resisting a drift into Putin's orbit | Editorial

Georgia's government misleads the public about EU integration while moving closer to Russian influence, causing widespread protests against authoritarian shifts.

Police raid Georgia opposition parties' offices as protests continue

The opposition party in Georgia is facing repression, including the detention of its leader and police raids in response to ongoing protests.
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French: Loyalty of FBI pick Kash Patel is a threat to the rule of law

The article critiques the authoritarian rule of law exemplified by political impunity and selective enforcement.

Who Is Yoon Suk-Yeol, South Korea's President?

President Yoon's martial law declaration showcases a deepening divide in South Korea's politics and raises concerns over democracy and media freedom.

Albania releases former president as police and protestors clash

Sali Berisha, former Albanian president and prime minister, freed after nearly a year under house arrest amid corruption allegations he denies.
#venezuela

'Afraid to talk': researchers fear the end for science in Venezuela

Venezuelan researchers are contemplating emigration due to increasing repression and censorship under Maduro's regime.
The political turmoil has led to fears over the future of independent science and research funding in Venezuela.

Scores of detainees in Maduro's post-election roundup are children

Mass arrests and detentions of protesters and minors highlight a severe crackdown on dissent in Venezuela under Nicolás Maduro's regime.

US slaps sanctions on Venezuelan officials DW 11/28/2024

The US imposed sanctions on 21 Venezuelan officials for election-related repression, asserting opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as the legitimate president-elect.

Venezuelan opposition activist found dead after detention: Political party

The death of Edwin Santos underscores ongoing political repression in Venezuela under Maduro.

Machado: EU recognising Gonzalez as winner in Venezuela is historic

The European Parliament's decision supports the opposition, recognizing González as the rightful president, signaling a shift in Western engagement with Venezuela.

US seizes Maduro plane, citing sanctions on Venezuela DW 09/02/2024

The US government seized a plane allegedly used by Maduro due to sanctions violations, reinforcing accountability for his contested election and governance.

'Afraid to talk': researchers fear the end for science in Venezuela

Venezuelan researchers are contemplating emigration due to increasing repression and censorship under Maduro's regime.
The political turmoil has led to fears over the future of independent science and research funding in Venezuela.

Scores of detainees in Maduro's post-election roundup are children

Mass arrests and detentions of protesters and minors highlight a severe crackdown on dissent in Venezuela under Nicolás Maduro's regime.

US slaps sanctions on Venezuelan officials DW 11/28/2024

The US imposed sanctions on 21 Venezuelan officials for election-related repression, asserting opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as the legitimate president-elect.

Venezuelan opposition activist found dead after detention: Political party

The death of Edwin Santos underscores ongoing political repression in Venezuela under Maduro.

Machado: EU recognising Gonzalez as winner in Venezuela is historic

The European Parliament's decision supports the opposition, recognizing González as the rightful president, signaling a shift in Western engagement with Venezuela.

US seizes Maduro plane, citing sanctions on Venezuela DW 09/02/2024

The US government seized a plane allegedly used by Maduro due to sanctions violations, reinforcing accountability for his contested election and governance.
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#freedom-of-expression

Hong Kong's security law threatens to jail activist for seditious' T-shirt

Chu Kai-pong's case highlights the severe implications of Hong Kong's national security law on freedom of expression and political dissent.

Rushdie, Ernaux and Soyinka among authors calling for release of Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal

Writers worldwide demand the immediate release of Boualem Sansal, illustrating the dire state of freedom of expression in Algeria.

Hong Kong's security law threatens to jail activist for seditious' T-shirt

Chu Kai-pong's case highlights the severe implications of Hong Kong's national security law on freedom of expression and political dissent.

Rushdie, Ernaux and Soyinka among authors calling for release of Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal

Writers worldwide demand the immediate release of Boualem Sansal, illustrating the dire state of freedom of expression in Algeria.
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Jailed activist tests India's anti-terror law DW 11/23/2024

Umar Khalid's fate remains uncertain as he has faced four years without trial, raising concerns over justice and political repression in India.
#democracy

Below the surface in a 'new Kashmir,' anger over repression by India

Kashmiris see voting as an act of resistance rather than true democratic expression amid ongoing repression.

Hong Kong sentences 45 pro-democracy leaders to prison terms of up to 10 years

Hong Kong court imposes harsh sentences on pro-democracy leaders, signaling intensified repression and a significant setback for democratic freedoms.

As voting begins in Russian presidential election, so do the protests

Russian presidential election faced protests and lack of democratic choice
Widespread anger and protest actions occurred during the election

Turkey fires pro-Kurdish mayors, citing 'terrorism' DW 11/23/2024

The recent jailing of opposition mayors in Turkey raises concerns about democracy and political repression amid ongoing tensions with the Kurdish population.

Kais Saied set to win Tunisia presidential election: Exits poll

Kais Saied is likely to solidify power with an 89.2% vote share amid low turnout and suppressed opposition.

Media Obsess Over Biden's Memory But Our Loss of Historical Memory Is the Real Crisis

Memory used for political repression
Attack on historical memory

Below the surface in a 'new Kashmir,' anger over repression by India

Kashmiris see voting as an act of resistance rather than true democratic expression amid ongoing repression.

Hong Kong sentences 45 pro-democracy leaders to prison terms of up to 10 years

Hong Kong court imposes harsh sentences on pro-democracy leaders, signaling intensified repression and a significant setback for democratic freedoms.

As voting begins in Russian presidential election, so do the protests

Russian presidential election faced protests and lack of democratic choice
Widespread anger and protest actions occurred during the election

Turkey fires pro-Kurdish mayors, citing 'terrorism' DW 11/23/2024

The recent jailing of opposition mayors in Turkey raises concerns about democracy and political repression amid ongoing tensions with the Kurdish population.

Kais Saied set to win Tunisia presidential election: Exits poll

Kais Saied is likely to solidify power with an 89.2% vote share amid low turnout and suppressed opposition.

Media Obsess Over Biden's Memory But Our Loss of Historical Memory Is the Real Crisis

Memory used for political repression
Attack on historical memory
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45 Hong Kong Activists Receive Prison Sentences in Landmark National Security Case

The sentencing reflects the ongoing repression of pro-democracy movements in Hong Kong under national security laws.

Archaeology conference focuses on cultural erasure | Cornell Chronicle

The conference addresses the role of archaeology and cultural heritage in the context of political repression and contemporary conflicts.
#ukraine-war

U.S. Condemns Belarusian TV For Airing 'Repentance' By Jailed American

A Russian court sentenced a local man to six years in prison for anti-war statements, continuing the crackdown on dissent regarding the Ukraine invasion.

Russia's opposition abroad is tearing itself apart, but clings to hope

The Russian opposition struggles to unite against Putin, facing deep internal divisions and a leadership void after Navalny's death.

U.S. Condemns Belarusian TV For Airing 'Repentance' By Jailed American

A Russian court sentenced a local man to six years in prison for anti-war statements, continuing the crackdown on dissent regarding the Ukraine invasion.

Russia's opposition abroad is tearing itself apart, but clings to hope

The Russian opposition struggles to unite against Putin, facing deep internal divisions and a leadership void after Navalny's death.
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#elections

In Kashmir, voting begins in first local elections since India revoked autonomy

Kashmiris are voting for the first time in a decade amid political repression, hoping to regain control over their lives after statehood was revoked.

Tunisia arrests dozens of opposition members in pre-election crackdown

Mass arrests of Ennahdha members before the election highlight concerns of political repression in Tunisia.

Tanzanian police crack down on planned opposition rally

Tanzania's government is intensifying measures against opposition protests, signaling a troubling trend toward political repression ahead of upcoming elections.

Tunisia's President Saied wins reelection after cracking down on the opposition

President Kais Saied won the Tunisian election with 90.7% of the vote amid concerns over political repression and low voter turnout.

In Kashmir, voting begins in first local elections since India revoked autonomy

Kashmiris are voting for the first time in a decade amid political repression, hoping to regain control over their lives after statehood was revoked.

Tunisia arrests dozens of opposition members in pre-election crackdown

Mass arrests of Ennahdha members before the election highlight concerns of political repression in Tunisia.

Tanzanian police crack down on planned opposition rally

Tanzania's government is intensifying measures against opposition protests, signaling a troubling trend toward political repression ahead of upcoming elections.

Tunisia's President Saied wins reelection after cracking down on the opposition

President Kais Saied won the Tunisian election with 90.7% of the vote amid concerns over political repression and low voter turnout.
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Pakistan Court Grants Bail To 10 Of Ex-PM Imran Khan's Deputies

The court granted bail to 10 of Imran Khan's party deputies amid a crackdown following his imprisonment.

After Gaza, election madness' is not the same on US campuses

America's electoral common sense faces a crisis amid repression against anti-genocide protests, affecting student perceptions of political participation.

Russian Freight Train Derails In Region Near Ukraine Border

A Moscow court sentenced an engineer to three years prison for pro-Ukrainian messages, underlining government repression of dissent.
#russia

Kazakh Fined Over YouTube 'Poll' Questioning Nuclear Plans

An engineer was sentenced to prison for expressing pro-Ukrainian sentiments on key chains, reflecting harsh penalties for dissent in Russia.

Russian authorities threaten to bury Navalny in prison colony, aide says

Russian authorities pressured Navalny's mother for a private funeral
Navalny's family believes he was murdered and his death certificate falsely states 'natural causes'
Global leaders blame Putin for Navalny's death and US imposes sanctions against Russia

More than 100 arrested as tributes to Navalny removed across Russian cities

Floral tributes to Alexei Navalny were removed in Russia while police watched.
More than 100 people were detained across Russia after attempting to lay flowers in Navalny's memory.

Long opposed to exile, Alexei Navalny dies a prisoner in a dark and dangerous Russia

Alexei Navalny remained committed to staying in Russia despite increasing political repression and threats to his safety.
Navalny believed that if he wanted people to trust him and participate in protests, he had to share the risks by staying in Russia.

US journalist Masha Gessen convicted in absentia by Russian court

Masha Gessen convicted in absentia by Moscow court on spreading false information about military, sentenced to 8 years.

Putin's dead critics: A journalist, a tax adviser, a politician

Journalists and opposition figures in Russia face dangers for criticizing Putin.
Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian penal colony was blamed on Putin by President Biden.

Kazakh Fined Over YouTube 'Poll' Questioning Nuclear Plans

An engineer was sentenced to prison for expressing pro-Ukrainian sentiments on key chains, reflecting harsh penalties for dissent in Russia.

Russian authorities threaten to bury Navalny in prison colony, aide says

Russian authorities pressured Navalny's mother for a private funeral
Navalny's family believes he was murdered and his death certificate falsely states 'natural causes'
Global leaders blame Putin for Navalny's death and US imposes sanctions against Russia

More than 100 arrested as tributes to Navalny removed across Russian cities

Floral tributes to Alexei Navalny were removed in Russia while police watched.
More than 100 people were detained across Russia after attempting to lay flowers in Navalny's memory.

Long opposed to exile, Alexei Navalny dies a prisoner in a dark and dangerous Russia

Alexei Navalny remained committed to staying in Russia despite increasing political repression and threats to his safety.
Navalny believed that if he wanted people to trust him and participate in protests, he had to share the risks by staying in Russia.

US journalist Masha Gessen convicted in absentia by Russian court

Masha Gessen convicted in absentia by Moscow court on spreading false information about military, sentenced to 8 years.

Putin's dead critics: A journalist, a tax adviser, a politician

Journalists and opposition figures in Russia face dangers for criticizing Putin.
Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian penal colony was blamed on Putin by President Biden.
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Poland to charge Belarusians over 2021 Ryanair diversion DW 09/06/2024

Polish prosecutors are charging three Belarusian officials for unlawfully diverting Ryanair flight FR4978 in 2021, citing false bomb threat information.

Russian President Putin To Visit Azerbaijan For Talks With Aliyev

Sharing content in Russia can lead to severe penalties, including imprisonment.

Bangladeshi journalists hopeful for return to press freedom as Hasina era ends

Bangladeshi journalists hopeful for end of censorship under new interim government.

Belarusian strongman President Lukashenko marks 30 years in power

Alexander Lukashenko used Soviet-style controls to suppress dissent and aligns with Russia, despite occasional flirtation with the West.
#police-violence

Drop the charges against the CUNY 22!

The severe charges against CUNY Gaza solidarity protesters are part of a political strategy to repress the movement for Palestinian liberation.

The Fiction of the "Outside Agitator"

Peaceful protestors on US college campuses facing arrests and violence for protesting Israel's actions in Palestine.

Drop the charges against the CUNY 22!

The severe charges against CUNY Gaza solidarity protesters are part of a political strategy to repress the movement for Palestinian liberation.

The Fiction of the "Outside Agitator"

Peaceful protestors on US college campuses facing arrests and violence for protesting Israel's actions in Palestine.
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#alexei-navalny

Never believe Putin is unstoppable after Navalny, this is how a new global opposition can bring him down | Masha Alekhina

Alexei Navalny was a prominent critic of Putin's regime and was murdered in a Russian penal colony.
The murder of Navalny is seen as a signal by Putin to intimidate and silence opposition voices.

Navalny to be buried Friday in Moscow after venues refuse to hold farewell ceremony

Navalny's funeral service will be held at a church in Moscow on March 1st, followed by burial nearby.
Authorities delayed handing Navalny's body to his mother, seen as an attempt to postpone a public burial.
Navalny's team faced challenges finding a church willing to host the service.

Never believe Putin is unstoppable after Navalny, this is how a new global opposition can bring him down | Masha Alekhina

Alexei Navalny was a prominent critic of Putin's regime and was murdered in a Russian penal colony.
The murder of Navalny is seen as a signal by Putin to intimidate and silence opposition voices.

Navalny to be buried Friday in Moscow after venues refuse to hold farewell ceremony

Navalny's funeral service will be held at a church in Moscow on March 1st, followed by burial nearby.
Authorities delayed handing Navalny's body to his mother, seen as an attempt to postpone a public burial.
Navalny's team faced challenges finding a church willing to host the service.
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#russian-opposition

Risking Arrest, Russians Mourn Navalny in Small Acts of Protest

Mourners in Moscow pay tribute to Aleksei Navalny with flowers, seen as a form of protest against the Russian state.
Many believe Russian state involvement in Navalny's death; pride in people expressing dissent despite crackdown.

As Russian Police Arrest Navalny Mourners, Many Fear Big Crackdown

The detention of individuals for showing respect for Navalny
Fear of broader crackdown after Navalny's death

Risking Arrest, Russians Mourn Navalny in Small Acts of Protest

Mourners in Moscow pay tribute to Aleksei Navalny with flowers, seen as a form of protest against the Russian state.
Many believe Russian state involvement in Navalny's death; pride in people expressing dissent despite crackdown.

As Russian Police Arrest Navalny Mourners, Many Fear Big Crackdown

The detention of individuals for showing respect for Navalny
Fear of broader crackdown after Navalny's death
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More than 100 detained at Navalny memorials in Russia: Rights group

Russian authorities detain over 100 at memorials for Navalny
Flowers and candles cleared from monuments honoring Navalny

China's crackdown on Tiananmen memorials shows its obsession with security and growing paranoia | Louisa Lim

National security is becoming the top priority in Xi Jinping's China, extending beyond China's borders.
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