The protesters who have been fighting tirelessly for democracy wanted to recreate the two days of barricading in Khartoum last week.
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Palestinians Elect West Bank Councils In Rare Democratic Exercise
The elections came after a decade of delays in Palestinian elections. They have raised much hope about stability in the territory.
Myanmar Junta Leader Vows To ‘Annihilate’ Opponents
During the recent Armed Forces Day parade in Myanmar, the country’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, made threats to democracy activists.
Global Initiative To Free Political Prisoners Launched
Freedom House has begun a new campaign to free political prisoners around the world, with a special focus on human rights activists.
Who Are Russia’s Oligarchs And Can They Sway Putin?
After years of helping Putin dominate Russia, it is critical to assess the power that the oligarchs have over him has he attacks Ukraine.
The Impact Of The Covid-19 Pandemic On Women In Politics
The gender gap in politics remains the largest gender gap across sectors. In 2022, women are still unfairly represented globally.
Vietnamese Journalist Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison
Le Van Dung is just one of several journalists who have been detained in recent months as Vietnamese authorities step up censorship.
Libya Intensifies Crackdown On Freedom Of Expression
Young Libyans are being persecuted and denied the freedom of expression under the guise of protecting “Libyan and Islamic values”.
Hundreds ‘Disappeared’ And Tortured In Uganda
The Ugandan government has not held to account security officials who unlawfully detained, tortured several government critics, HRW.
Martial Law Brings Crackdown in East DR Congo
Since the DRC government established martial law in the conflict-ridden east ten months ago, the military has crushed dissidents.