Faced with the apparent paradox of Putin’s high level of support despite consistent decreasing quality of life, too many experts resort to clichés.
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Turkey Seeks Arrests Over 2013 Occupy Turkey Protests
Turkey seeks arrests over 2013 protests. Prosecutors have issued arrest warrants for a prominent actor, a leading journalist and civil society activists.
Russian Rights Activist Alexeyeva Dies at 91
Lyudmila Alexeyeva a human rights who has fight for the democratic rights in Russia, died Saturday in a Moscow hospital at the age of 91.
Thousands Protest Serbian President’s Autocratic Rule
An opposition alliance called a protest after assailants recently beat up, seriously injured a leftist party leader and associates in southern Serbian city.
World Marks Anti-Corruption Day
Corruption costs the world economy $2.6 trillion each year, according to the United Nations, which is marking International Anti-Corruption Day on Sunday.
Demanding Answers 6 Years After Imprisonment in Eritrea
Ciham as a teenager, she found inspiration in art, fashion and language. Growing up in Asmara, Eritrea, she enjoyed time with friends, music and swimming.
Malawi NGOs Protest Amended Heavy Handed NGO Bill
The NGO Act Amendment Bill imposes heavy fines and prison sentences on NGOs and their directors should they breach the law.
Human Rights Activists Killed In Record Numbers Globally
20 years after UN adopted historic declaration to protect human rights defenders, activists are being violent attacked and killed in unprecedented numbers.
In Positive Sign, Cambodia Repeals Abusive Associations Rule
The Cambodian government’s revocation of a repressive regulation on NGOs should jump-start genuine efforts to repeal all laws that restrict basic rights.
Turkey’s Stance on Khashoggi Killing Contrasts With Own Media Rights
Turkey appears to be increasing pressure on Saudi Arabia over the death of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Riyadh’s Istanbul consulate.