Despite calls for more liberties, global freedom declined for the 16th consecutive year in 2021, based on a new Freedom House report.
Democracy News Headlines
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Pakistan Expands Prison Terms For Online Defamation To 5 Years
Pakistan has increased the maximum sentence for anyone accused with and convicted guilty of defamation online to five years in prison.
China Subjects Tibetans To ‘Re-Education’ And Tightens Restrictions
Following the demolition of two massive Buddha statues, Chinese authorities in Tibet have initiated a massive ‘re-education’ campaign.
Blogger Arrested in Iran After Tweets Critical Of Government
Authorities have detained Ronaghi Maleki, an Iranian blogger. His detention came as a result of tweets he sent criticizing the government.
What We Know About Russian Oligarchs’ Secret Finances
ICIJ investigations over the years have uncovered massive money movements by prominent Russians close to President Vladimir Putin.
How The Olympic Doping Scandal Has Been Covered In Russia
Despite winning gold and silver medals in the recent Winter Olympic women’s figure skating competition, there was no joy in Russia.
China And Russia Are Arming The Myanmar Junta
The military junta in Myanmar is still receiving fighters jets and armored vehicles used against civilians since last year’s coup.
Holding Out Hope For Jordan’s Democratic Reforms
Currently, Jordan is grappling with an aggressive agenda of democratic reforms proposed by a royal commission in October 2021.
How To Reverse The Coup Trend In Africa
The return of coups in Africa calls for a thorough rethinking of the values, role, mandate, capacity and resources of these institutions.
Teacher Protests In More Than 100 Cities Reported In Iran
An Iranian newspaper reported February 20 teachers protested this weekend in more than 100 cities over delays in salary, pension reforms.